Nowadays streaming is pretty common whether it is TV series, movies, or games. A lot of people in the US are abandoning cable TV subscriptions and moving towards online subscription-based media like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney Plus, and more. Now if your TV can't connect to the internet then you can not use any of these media services. This is where streaming devices come. Over time, a lot of streaming devices have become popular. The Amazon Fire TV Stick is one of them. Millions of people use this device to stream their favorite media services using this device.
Amazon Fire TV Stick is the best-selling product on Amazon. Here are the details about what it is and how to install it.
Amazon Fire TV stick is a small streaming device sold by Amazon. Since there are lots of streaming devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick, it can be very troublesome to find a quality device. The Amazon Fire TV Stick is one of the best TV sticks on the market cause it is powerful as well as cheap.
If your TV has an HDCP-compatible HDMI port then you can use this device.
It also comes with a small Alexa Voice Remote. That means you can use the voice command with this remote. The device can add thousands of channels to your TV. Once you complete the setup process, the still will let you connect to the internet using a wi-fi signal. You can access many popular streaming subscription services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, HBO, Hulu along with lots of apps. There are free apps that will let you watch free shows too. All of your digital purchases like music or movies from amazon will be available in the Fire TV stick as soon as you log in using your Amazon ID. This also includes your amazon cloud drive. So it is a huge advantage if you are already in amazon's ecosystem.
To use the device you just have to download the apps after the setup process. For example, to use Netflix, you need to install the Netflix app. The stick will allow you to download the apps using Wi-Fi. Amazon's app store is pretty big now, so it shouldn't be a problem for you to find your desired apps. You can even download and use VPN to unlock different shows on Netflix.
It is pretty easy to set up Amazon Fire TV Stick.
First of all plug the TV stick with your TV's HDMI port. Then plug the adapter into the power source. You are done! Now turn on your TV and select the HDMI input.
If you want to see a detailed installation process then feel free to read this article by hellotech.
There are 2 versions of this device.
One is the normal Fire TV Stick and another one is Fire TV Stick 4k (It supports 4K).
Why Should you buy a Fire TV Stick?
If you are using a normal TV and don't have access to the internet connection on your TV then you should buy a Fire TV stick. If you are a Prime subscriber or planning to buy a prime subscription and you want a built-in Alexa with voice control then it is the best deal for you. Again, if you have a smart TV but it doesn't have the streaming platform you want then you should get a Fire TV stick to add that platform. Another advantage is that if you ever go outside to spend your vacation then you can just unplug the Fire TV Stick and take it with you and use it on another TV to enjoy your favorite shows and movies.
Who should not buy a Fire TV Stick?
If your TV doesn't even have an HDMI port then you should not buy it. Moreover, if you are not a Prime subscriber and you don't want to be a part of the Amazon ecosystem then this isn't a good purchase for you.
What is the difference between Fire TV stick 4k and Fire TV Cube?
Well, the Fire TV cube comes with full ethernet support, with 16 GB storage and a hexacore processor. So processing speed is faster than the fire TV stick.
Can I use Amazon Fire TV Stick 4k to improve the resolution of my current 1080p TV?
No. You need to have a 4k TV to stream 4k content on the TV. You can't upgrade 1080p resolution to 4k using fire stick 4k. However, if you want to upgrade your TV in the future then you should go for a 4k Fire TV Stick.
Can I use ethernet cable in Fire TV Stick?
No. Fire TV Stick supports Wi-Fi. It does not have an ethernet port. However, you can use an ethernet port in the Fire TV Cube.
How do I use Alexa voice control?
Hold the microphone button and say the desired command then release the button. If you don't know which one is the microphone button then take a look at the remote picture below.
Can I use Fire TV Stick on my smart TV?
Yes, you can. If you don't have your desired streaming channel in your smart TV then you can use Fire TV stick to add more streaming channels.
My Smart TV is very slow, is it a good idea to buy a Fire Stick?
Well, there is a separate processor inside the Fire TV stick. This means even if your TV is slow, the Fire TV Stick can run the program very easily.
Where can I see the list of Fire TV channels?
Feel free to view this post. Here you will see all supported channels.
Is there any TV guide for Amazon Fire Stick?
Yes. Feel free to download this PDF.
Amazon occasionally gives discounts on all Amazon's products. You can get the best deal on a prime day. Sometimes the device comes on sale earlier. All you have to do is to keep an eye on Amazon for the best deal. Feel free to view the products on amazon.
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