I need help in choosing the best android mini pc stick. I heard the mk808 is good, there is also a quad core version of that on its way, should I wait for that or is there better out there? Also where is the best place to buy these android sticks from without getting scammed?

The quad-core version is already out (MK908), but I think it's like $100.
At that price I think something like the ODroid-U2 or the Ouya would probably be a better deal.

I think the MK808 or MK808B (bluetooth version) are the best value right now.
At ~$45 they are the cheapest dual-core mini PC you can get.

They are also the most popular, so you will find lots of custom ROMs and get some level of support from Android forums.
I recommend installing Finless 1.7, it's way better than stock


Buy on Amazon from the seller "GeekBuying" (they don't sell clones)
Make sure the order says "Fulfillment by Amazon," I think you'll have an easier time returning it if you get a bad one.

Haven't had any issues with mine, personally, but you never know with these cheap china things 

Thanks Steev, looks like ill be getting the mk808, is there any benefit apart from the Bluetooth in mk808b?

Only difference is bluetooth, AFAIK

I bought it directly from there website http://www.geekbuying.com/item/MK808B-Dual-Core-Android-4-1-Jelly-Bean-TV-BOX-RK3066-Cortex-A9-1GB-RAM-8GB-ROM-Mini-PC-TV-Box---Black-313213.html love these mini android sticks #steevsticks

Congratulations on your new SMART TV

What will you use it for???

I'm going to make my tv the smartest tv in the world!

Install Stephen Hawking's firmware on it.

Got it today, i replace the stock rom with finless 2.1 cuz the stock rom worked really poo pooty with the wifi

IM really liking it so far

Cool!

If you're not happy with the performance I recommend downgrading to Finless 1.7 (Android 4.1)
4.2.2 really killed performance for me on this device, especially with emulators.