Amazon has unveiled the latest version of its Fire TV Stick HD with an updated price tag, making it an opportune moment to consider upgrading to this new device. The revamped Fire TV Stick HD boasts several enhancements, including a sleeker design, support for Wi-Fi 6 for enhanced streaming quality, and improved performance speed.
The tech giant reports that the new Fire TV Stick HD is over 30% faster than its predecessors, resulting in faster boot-up times and better app functionality. Notably, it can be powered directly through the TV’s USB port, eliminating the need for a separate power adapter and ensuring a tidy cable setup behind the TV.
Furthermore, the device comes equipped with Amazon’s latest Fire OS software, named Vega, which offers a more organized interface, intelligent content suggestions, and a smoother browsing experience.
Amazon highlighted, “The new Fire TV Stick HD is our most compact streaming device yet, smaller in size and width compared to earlier models, and designed for direct power supply through the TV’s USB port, allowing it to fit seamlessly behind a TV without requiring an extra power adapter.”
Originally priced at £39.99 upon its recent release, the updated Fire TV Stick HD is now on sale on Amazon for £25.99, reflecting a 35% discount. While the deal is attractive, shoppers seeking the lowest price can find a slightly better offer elsewhere. Retailers like Argos and Currys are currently selling the 2024 Fire TV Stick HD for £24.99, undercutting Amazon by £1 and reducing the launch price by £15.
The older HD model still offers access to popular streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+, along with Full HD playback, Alexa voice commands, quick app launch shortcuts, and smart home controls for compatible devices such as lighting systems.