Xiaomi Preps New Mi Box Android TV Streamer for U.S. Market

Chinese consumer electronics maker Xiaomi is giving competing with Roku another shot: The company is preparing to release a new version of its Mi Box streaming device in the U.S., if a new FCC filing is any indication. The streamer, which goes by the model number MDZ-22-AB, appears to be once again based on Google’s Android TV platform. Xiaomi didn’t respond to a request for comment.The device will ship with a slightly redesigned Bluetooth remote control, which features a shortcut button for Netflix as well as something the remote control manual describes as a “shortcut key for live TV,” perhaps linking to linear internet TV streaming services. The remote also has an integrated microphone and a microphone button for access to the Google Assistant.