After a couple of days on the H8, I have it working to how I really wanted it to function.
Here are the things I setup:
1.) Futeko 1.0.9 firmware -> this allowed me to use Kodi 15.2 with working HD Passthrough for both DTSHDMA and Dolby TrueHD (finally, after years without it on my Sigma based device)
2.) Google US account -> The only way I was able to install Hulu. Unfortunately, the apk version can be installed, but it did not allow streaming playback. It always resulted in playback error. After installing the VPN Hotspot app, I was able to access the US Play Store and use my US Google account. I was then able to download and install the US Hulu app and I have it functional. I was looking for the same Hulu Plus Android TV app but it wouldn't appear in my search. Btw, I also have Getflix setup which allows me to access Hulu library.
3.) Netflix and iFlix were installed through the default Philippine Playstore. But since I had Getflix setup in my home network, I was able to access the US Netflix database as well.
I was able to enjoy the H8 during the weekend and I really appreciate the improvement in PQ and SQ over my previous NMT. The subtitles are much better as well with this device, font-wise and lay-out wise. And lastly, I like how fast it responds to the remote. Almost no noticeable delay/lag.
I'm still unable to let go of my AppleTV3 though since I feel that Hulu and Netflix are clearer over that device. And the menus and options are easily accessible there or they are much better organized.
If any of you guys have any tips to improve how I did things hope you could share here too. Thanks and happy watching!
**Btw, I did the install with the full reset. I tried the upgrade install previously but I noticed that Kodi was not installed correctly and HD Passthrough did not function properly because of this.