, which replaces bloated stock interfaces with a cleaner Android TV (ATV) UI. Linux Distros
The Allwinner H616, a high-performance Quad-core 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 SoC designed for OTT (Over-the-Top) TV boxes, serves as a versatile platform for embedded development. However, stock firmware often includes bloatware, restricted performance scaling, and outdated security patches. This paper outlines the methodology for developing, porting, and deploying custom ROMs (Android-based or Linux-based) on H616 hardware. It focuses on the challenges of proprietary driver integration—specifically for the Mali-G31 MP2 GPU—and the utilization of Mainline Linux kernels to enhance device longevity and performance. 1. Introduction allwinner h616 custom rom