In 2014, Amazon launched a new range of streaming products called Fire
Sticks. These products have enjoyed a real success on the American market but
also internationally. From 2014 until now, three generations of Fire Sticks
have appeared. In this article we will discuss what a Fire Stick is, how it can
be used and why it is important. Also, the most frequently asked questions
about Fire Stick will be discussed.
1. Why are Fire
Sticks important
Fire TV Stick connects to HDTV for access to a wide range of online
entertainment programs. With a
huge selection of movies and TV series, voice search and feature features such
as ASAP and Prime Music, Fire TV Stick is the easy way to enjoy Netflix, Amazon
Video, Hulu, HBO Now or rent movies at a
reduced price, you can watch live sports matches, on-demand, music, photos,
games and much more.
The Fire Stick is also described as the most powerful accessory for the
stream. From the accessible interface to fast search results, all aspects of
the Fire TV Stick are fast and fluid. All thanks to the dual core processor
with a very high processing power, the dedicated VideoCore4 graphics processor
and the 8 GB of storage.
Fire TV Stick has a simple functionality, whether you are at home or on a
trip. Connect the stick to any HDTV wherever you are, so as not to miss any
series or show. To access the voice command of the Fire Stick it is enough to
use the dedicated application.
Through the Fire TV Remote Application you can
search for any form of your favorite entertainment just by communicating
vocally by phone. This feature instantly finds TV shows, movies, actors or even
your favorite genres, using only voice control.
The Fire Stick has become an indispensable device in the house's facilities
due to the wide range of possibilities. With over 3000 channels, applications,
games, etc., Amazon Fire TV Stick gives you access to all streaming services or
content where you subscribe. Watch up to 250,000 TV series, movies, or live
shows. Relax with sports shows, news, music, etc.
If you are not a fan of movies you can use Fire Stick to listen to music or to display pictures on TV. Millions of songs are available on the Fire TV Stick
via Pandora, iHeartRadio and Spotify. You can also access the entire Amazon
Music Library and enjoy the songs you have already bought. Amazon Prime
membership offers access to Prime Music, which includes Prime Playlists where
you can listen to your favorite songs without additional commercials.
Pictures
or movies you have on your phone or tablet can be automatically uploaded to
Amazon Cloud Drive, so they can be displayed on your HDTV. Amazon Prime
membership includes free storage in Amazon Cloud Drive for your entire personal
photo collection.
2. The evolution
of Fire Stick since 2014
The first generation of Fire Stick performed just the simple function of
playing movies, music or videos uploaded to your Amazon account directly on
your TV. This was done by connecting the
USB Fire Stick to the TV via HDMI. With
this method, the Fire Stick could turn a normal TV into a SMART one. The second
generation of Fire Stick was called Sloane. This
device had the same functions as the first generation of Fire Stick but also
came with WIFI and Bluetooth.
The latest generation is called Fire TV Stick and offers the possibility to
play movies in 4k. This is
a strong point and has become essential for customers. Thus,
through a Fire TV Stick you can create your own home cinema system.
3. How many Fire
Stick can I use and how many accounts
If you have purchased a single Fire Stick, it is essential to know that you
can use it on your TV or you can take it with you on trips to connect it to
other TVs via HDMI. There is no limit to the number of Fire Sticks you can use.
If you have several TVs in the house and each member wants to use them for
another purpose, I can use other Fire Sticks. They can also be used on the same
WIFI network without being an impediment. The speed of the Fire Stick will
remain the same.
Another frequently asked question is whether two Fire Sticks can be used on
the same Amazon account. The answer is yes, you can connect multiple Fire
Sticks to the same account simultaneously. This is not a problem. It is
important that the Fire Sticks are functional and connected to the internet
source.
Another important thing is that at the end of the day you do not have to
disconnect the Fire Stick from the TV. If it is removed from the TV every
night, the port may be damaged. It is important that it is turn off. You can
turn off the Fire Stick from either the settings menu or the remote control.
Another strength is that after 20 minutes of inactivity it stops on its own.
Conclusion
Fire sticks have a multitude of
advantages. They are
easy to use, they can turn a simple TV into a SMART one. Also, multiple Fire Sticks can be used
on the same account without incurring additional costs. Another strength of
this device is the price.
It can be found on the Amazon website at an affordable price. Currently the Fire Stick is the main
streaming device. It is the most praised and benefits from a high visibility in the media.
Fire Sticks are easy to use and
accessible devices for any age group. The most important thing is to choose the Fire Stick necessary for your
requirements.
If you want to watch 4k movies then you need to get the latest generation. If you just want to access the media
content from your Amazon Cloud account, you can buy a first generation one.
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