Firmware update: Nvidia Shield TV 7.2.1

Nvidia has released new firmware for the Nvidia Shield TV‘s. These are media players and consoles based on Android TV that allow you to stream games from a computer or GeForce Now, play 4k videos and use various apps. The version number is pinned to 7.2.1 and has the following announcement:

SHIELD Experience Upgrade 7.2.1

SHIELD Experience upgrade 7.2.1 (30.6.129.32) is a minor update addressing a few issues that have come up from the previous upgrade.

Bug Fixes:

• [EU] Resolves 5GHz Wi-Fi connection issues for SHIELD TV 2015 and SHIELD Pro models
• Resolves port blocking issue with SmartThings on SHIELD
• Fixes issues some issues where USB storage is not detected on active hubs
• Removes erroneous error message when canceling NAS connection attempt
• Removes warning displayed incorrectly when connecting SHIELD TV mobile app to SHIELD

Known Issues:

• PS3 controllers not currently supported over wireless
• Some issues playing .ts video files
• Connection from PC to SHIELD folders limited to SMBv1
• Rare cases where system seems to hang on startup
• “Full” dynamic range setting not working as expected (available under Display options when color mode is set to RGB)
• Occasional audio loss on Kodi/SPMC, MrMC during HDMI hotplug
• Issue with PUBG Mobile mouse accuracy
• Color display accuracy issues on Chrome
• Issue getting correct installation build on rooted/unclocked devices. Enable “Provide full system upgrades” in developer settings.
• [SHIELD 2015 and SHIELD Pro] SD Card not recognized after 7.2 upgrade
• Connection issues when mounting NAS to SHIELD
• Rare occurrence where Hauppauge tuners would not be seen
• Some 3rd party game controllers not functioning properly

We are actively working on known issues and expect to have an update soon.