This is a hotfix, not a stable update, so it does come with some restrictions. So if you recently stumbled into internal folders for ringtones and downloads, those are thankfully getting removed. Playback issues with interlaced content, CEC volume control increment glitches, and the accidental creation of default Android folders meant for phones are all patched and resolved. It's not the only fix included in this update, of course. Shield owners lost one of the most valuable tools in their arsenal with this update, but thankfully, Nvidia prioritized its return. That's what makes it such a popular gadget, despite its relatively high asking price. The 2019 Shield TV Pro can be used as a Plex server, completely eliminating the need for an external device. Plex wasn't the only app affected by this change - Kodi and VLC were among those listed - but it was by far the highest-profile.
Google's 2020 release utilizes scoped storage for improved privacy, limiting the number of directories accessible by apps. That hotfix included an updated variant of the Plex Media Server app meant to solve issues with external storage, problems initially caused by the jump to Android 11. Version 33.1.0.264 started making its way to users on January 20th, bringing a whole host of changes to Shield TV models and - most importantly - restoring those Plex issues. Thankfully, a new fix is on its way to help relieve many of those issues. A bunch of apps, including Plex, were outright broken after the upgrade.
Nvidia granted them a belated Christmas gift just a couple of weeks ago with a long-awaited update to Android TV 11, but unfortunately, it wasn't all sunshine and roses. It's hard to find a more dedicated fan base than Shield TV owners.