The Nvidia Shield has been a fixture in my home since 2015, and it remains one of the longest-supported devices I’ve ever owned. Even after a decade, Nvidia continues to provide updates—not just security patches but meaningful improvements. The latest update addresses an issue that’s been a long-standing frustration for me: 24p frame rate switching. Check it out in my latest video.
For those unfamiliar, frame rate switching is important as nearly every movie and most modern television shows are presented at 24 frames per second. Without proper framerate switching, a 24p movie playing on a system locked to 60Hz can create a jittery effect that’s noticeable, especially to those sensitive to motion inconsistencies.
Apple TV has long handled this seamlessly for streaming apps, but the Shield has struggled with them even though apps like Plex and Kodi do it properly. This new update doesn’t completely fix the issue, but it brings the Shield much closer to where it needs to be after all of this time.
The process for enabling this feature is relatively simple but requires some setup. If you’re using the 2019 Shield remote, a button can bring up the settings menu where you can toggle the frame rate match feature. For those using older remotes, Nvidia’s mobile app offers an alternative, allowing users to access the menu without purchasing a newer remote. It’s a small but useful workaround. The feature has to be summoned while the content is playing.
I tested this update across various streaming services—Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, and Apple TV+. Across the board, the Shield successfully switched to 24p when prompted, something it failed to do consistently in the past. However, the feature still requires manual activation every time content starts, which is less convenient than Apple TV’s fully automatic implementation. Still, seeing it work across multiple platforms is an encouraging sign of progress.
Beyond frame rate improvements, the update brings support for Auro 3D, an immersive audio format. Nvidia also updated security patches, ensuring the device stays protected, even if it remains on Android 11.
What stands out most is Nvidia’s continued support for this hardware. The Shield has gone through hardware revisions in 2017 and 2019, yet the original model still receives updates. This level of longevity is rare in consumer electronics, where most companies push users toward upgrading every few years.
Check out my Shield TV appreciation video for more on the Shield’s history and potential future!