Amazon fire stick F.A.Q
What is firestick?
What is Amazon Fire stick? - Firestick is a streaming device made by Amazon and the best out there in the home entertainment streaming technologies. The firestick plugs into the HDMI port on your TV or Monitor giving you access to your favourite TV shows, movies, subscription services, music, photos and games.
Can I watch Netflix, YouTube, Apple TV and Disney + on the Firestick?
Yes, Netflix, YouTube, Disney + and many more 3rd party apps are available on the Amazon app store for your entertainment. The fire stick houses all of your favourite content and it's easily transportable. Therefore, you can take your media anywhere and everywhere. Amazon fire stick
How much Internet connection do I need?
Just like any other streaming device or service, Amazon fire stick require a good internet connection and speed to get the best out of the device. The minimum required for SD(Standard definition) streaming is 5mbps, for HD (High Definition) streaming, you require at least 7Mbps. For 4K streaming, please ensure you have at least 15Mbps speed. The better your internet speed, the better the streaming. Video streaming can be pretty taxing on your internet connection, especially where you have multiple devices sharing your internet at the same time.
Can I use my Firestick Remote to control my TV?
Yes, your amazon fire stick remote will automatically configure your TV during installation to control your TV. The latest models do have volume control for your comfort. It can also control your Soundbar or AV Receiver.
Is the Amazon Firestick Wireless?
Yes, the amazon fire stick has a dual band wireless capability built in. You can connect to either your mobile connection or home network. It's a bliss.
How to connect my Firestick to the TV?
The Amazon Fire stick can be connected to any HDMI port on your TV, the stick require power to function and a power cable is supplied. Where your TV has a USB port, this can be used to power the firestick.
Can I travel with the Firestick?
The Amazon Fire stick is so small and portable that traveling with it is not a challenge, you can go on holiday with it or simply go with it to your parents at the weekend. All you require is internet connection to continue that your favourite series.
The difference between Firestick Standard and 4K?
Fire TV Stick 4K is an ultra HD 2160p device that supports HDR protocols. More pixels mean, more picture clarity. Standard Firestick supports up to 1080p only. But, in order to watch 4K quality videos, your TV must have a 4K display.
If your TV resolution is 1080p only then there is no need to get the 4K Version. That being said, the 4K version does have a 2GB Ram in comparison to the Standard model with 1GB Ram memory.
Amazon Firestick 4K also support Dolby Atmos sound but there is no such feature available on the standard Firestick. Also, the 4K version is supporting HDR 10 protocols which provides outstanding sound quality along with video clarity.
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