Amazon has today introduced a new addition to its range of streaming devices announcing the imminent release of the new Fire TV Stick 4K for $50. Pre-ordering is now available with shipping expected to take place on October 31st, 2018. Supported output resolutions include 2160p, 1080p and 720p up to 60 fps thanks to its Quad-core 1.7 GHz processor and 8 GB of on-board storage
The new pocket -sized device is Amazon’s most powerful 4K streaming media stick, equipped with a new Wi-Fi antenna design optimised for 4K Ultra HD streaming. “With more power, a lightning-fast processor, support for 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, and a new antenna design, Fire TV Stick 4K allows you to enjoy a more complete 4K Ultra HD streaming experience.” Amazon also says that their new Fire TV Stick 4K has more storage for applications and games than any other 4K streaming media player under $100. The previous Fire TV Stick is also still available priced at $39.99 offering resolutions up to 1080p.
Other features of the new Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K include :
– Launch and control all your favourite movies and TV shows with the next-gen Alexa Voice Remote. New power, volume, and mute buttons to control your TV, sound bar, and receiver.
– Enjoy brilliant picture and immersive sound with access to 4K Ultra HD, Dolby Vision, HDR, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos.
– Choose from 500,000 movies and TV episodes. Watch favorites from Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, STARZ, SHOWTIME, CBS All Access, and others.
– Experience tens of thousands of channels, apps, and Alexa skills, plus millions of websites like YouTube, Facebook, and Reddit.
– Alexa on Fire TV provides the most comprehensive voice experience of any streaming media player—view live camera feeds, check the weather, dim the lights, and stream music.
– Amazon Prime members get unlimited access to thousands of movies and TV episodes, plus ad-free listening to millions of songs with Prime Music.
– No cable or satellite? No problem. Watch live TV and sports with subscriptions to Hulu, PlayStation Vue, and Sling TV.
– Supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi networks.
Source: Amazon
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