In this comprehensive guide, we explain what the Amazon Fire TV Stick is, how it works, which models are available in Brazil and their main features. In addition, we teach you how to install applications on the device.
What is the Fire TV Stick and how does it work?
It is a streaming device created by Amazon that connects to the TV and allows access to content from different platforms, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Youtube, among others. The device is equipped with a remote control that lets you navigate apps and content intuitively.
What are Amazon's Fire TV Stick models?
fire tv stick lite
- Size: 86 mm x 30 mm x 13 mm
- Weight/size: 32 g
- Processor: Quad-core 1.7 GHz
- GPU: IMG GE8300
- Memory: 8 GB (storage intended for content and operating system)
- WiFi connectivity: Dual-band WiFi and dual antennas for fast streaming and less connection dropouts. Compatible Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac networks.
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 and Bluetooth Low Energy. Pair with speakers, headphones, game controllers and other Bluetooth compatible devices.
- Voice feature support: Can be voice controlled with the Alexa Voice Remote Lite (included) or the free Fire TV app (available for Fire OS, Android and iOS).
- Cloud Storage: Free cloud storage for content powered by Amazon.
- Doors: HDMI output; micro USB just for recharging.
- Audio: HDMI audio Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital+, Dolby Atmos passthrough.
- Compatible video formats: HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG, H.265, H.264, Vp9
- Compatible output resolutions: 1080p and 720p up to 60 fps
- System requirements: Television in high definition available HDMI input, internet connection via wifi and an outlet.
- television compatibility: High definition television HDMI input and capable of 1080p or 720p and 60/50 Hz.
Fire TV Stick
- Size: 86 mm x 30 mm x 13 mm
- Weight/size: 32 g
- Processor: Quad-core 1.7 GHz
- GPU: IMG GE8300
- Memory: 8 GB (storage intended for content and operating system)
- WiFi connectivity: Dual-band WiFi and dual antennas for fast streaming and less connection dropouts. Compatible Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac networks.
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 and Bluetooth Low Energy. Pair with speakers, headphones, game controllers and other Bluetooth compatible devices.
- Voice feature support: Can be voice controlled with the Alexa Voice Remote (included) or the free Fire TV app (available for Fire OS, Android and iOS).
- Cloud Storage: Free cloud storage for content powered by Amazon.
- Doors: HDMI output; micro USB just for recharging.
- Audio: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital+ surround sound and HDMI audio Dolby Digital sound pass, Dolby Digital+, Dolby Atmos.
- Compatible video formats: HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG, H.265, H.264, Vp9
- Compatible output resolutions: 1080p and 720p up to 60 fps
- System requirements: Television in high definition available HDMI input, internet connection via wifi and an outlet.
- TV compatibility: High definition television HDMI input and capable of 1080p or 720p and 60/50 Hz.
- Release year: 2021
Fire TV Stick 4K
- Size: 99mm x 30mm x 14mm (device only) | 108 mm x 30 mm x 14 mm (device and connector)
- Weight/size: 53.6 g
- Processor: Quad-core 1.7 GHz
- GPU: IMG GE8300
- Memory: 8 GB (storage intended for content and operating system)
- WiFi connectivity: Dual-band WiFi and dual antennas for fast streaming and less connection dropouts. Compatible Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac networks.
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 and Bluetooth Low Energy. Pair with speakers, headphones, game controllers and other Bluetooth compatible devices.
- Voice feature support: Can be voice controlled with the Alexa Voice Remote (included) or the free Fire TV app (available for Fire OS, Android and iOS).
- Cloud Storage: Free cloud storage for content powered by Amazon.
- Doors: HDMI output; micro USB just for recharging.
- Audio: Dolby Atmos surround sound, 7.1, 2 channel stereo and HDMI sound pass-through up to 5.1.
- 4K compatibility: To watch movies and series in 4K Ultra HD, you need a compatible Ultra HD TV. Not all services are available in 4K/HDR. Certain services are subject to change at any time, may not be available in all regions, or in 4K/HDR, or may require additional subscriptions.
- Supportable content formats: Vídeo: Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG, H.265, H.264, VP9 Áudio: AAC-LC, AC3, eAC3 (Dolby Digital Plus), FLAC, MP3, PCM/Wave, Vorbis, Dolby Atmos (EC3_JOC), Imagem: JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP
- Compatible output resolutions: 2160p, 1080p and 720p up to 60 fps
- System requirements: High definition TV high speed HDMI input and high speed internet connection via wifi.
- television compatibility: The TV must support the minimum HDCP requirements to play protected content. Compatible : 1) 4K Ultra HD TVs HDMI capable of 2160p @ 24/25/30/50/60 Hz and HDCP 2.2 2) High Definition TVs HDMI capable of 1080p or 720p @ 50/60 Hz.
- Release year: 2021
to install apps on Fire TV Stick?
To install apps on your Fire TV Stick, you need to access Amazon's app store called the Amazon Appstore. To do so, simply access the main menu of the device and select the “Applications” option.
On the Amazon Appstore, you'll find a variety of apps to download and install on your Fire TV Stick. To find a specific app, just use the search bar at the top of the screen.
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