If you find a new firmware image (.img or .zip), you'll need specific tools to install it:
Boots directly into an emulation frontend (like RetroArch or EmulationStation).
While the official support for the Amlogic S805 has long passed, its potential is far from exhausted. The vibrant developer community continues to produce impressive, new firmware, turning these devices into powerful, dedicated tools. Whether your interest lies in building a home server, a retro gaming console, a media player, or learning Linux on a budget, an S805-powered box is a remarkably capable and affordable platform.
If your box has 512MB RAM, Android 4.4.2 is the most reliable. The “new” versions here are bug-fixed releases.
Follow these steps carefully to flash a new .img firmware file onto your Amlogic S805 device using a Windows computer. Step 1: Prepare the Software Download your chosen firmware image file to your PC.
Most Amlogic flashing utilities are built specifically for Windows operating systems.
Users who must have Android apps but need something slightly newer than KitKat.