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Fire TV Stick Lite with Alexa Voice Remote Lite | HD streaming device | 2020 release

Fire TV Stick Lite with Alexa Voice Remote Lite | HD streaming device | 2020 release

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Tim Barlow
5.0 out of 5 starsBreathes new life into TVs with fewer features
Reviewed in Australia on 28 October 2020
So a couple of years ago I bought one of the last Hisense TVs before they went Android. It had Netflix and a handful of other streaming services on it and I thought it was everything I would need. But, as we all know, over the last few years the streaming environment has been changing radically. We now have Disney+, Kayo, Prime Video (of course) and even some of the free-to-air apps that are not available on the Hisense platform.

I don't use all of these, but I wanted to use some. At first I tried using a Chromecast but it was a pain having my mobile with me and loading it with a whole bunch of apps that I didn't want on my phone just to play videos via the Chromecast device. What I wanted was something that could play ALL the apps I could ever want, via a remote (in other words, contain the apps on the device), and that had the ability to support new apps when needed. The Fire TV stick is that device.

I do note that the newer Chromecasts have their own remote as well so it's possible that they are now doing the same thing so my comments about it relate to the older generation of them. They got hot, if you left them plugged in to the power supply they gave you, they were not always robust when you went to use them, and if you did what I used to do (plug the device into a USB port in the side of the TV for power, meaning it was only on when the TV was) they whined at you about the power supply. Constantly. And also prevented you from playing HD video.

The Fire TV Stick on the other hand complained at me twice, then stopped. It plays full HD even though it's plugged into the TV rather than the provided power supply. It's easy to use, and even integrates the content from different apps to some degree, even though I really only use it for Prime Video at the moment as it was the main thing I wanted that was not available on my TV.

I was pleasantly surprised by this device. It works; well. Easy to set up, easy to use, and on TVs that are not already loaded with some apps, would handle all your streaming needs quite well. The unit seems to read the remote quite well even though the unit is stuck behind the TV and can't be seen from the front. The voice activation system was hit and miss when I tried it, but I'm not a voice command type of person so I didn't persist with it and it may well work quite effectively for the average person if you're into that sort of thing.

There are some minor things - some of the movies it finds it wants to charge you for; I'm not sure how that works and it might be an Amazon thing, perhaps I'm just too used to Netflix. In any event, for the most part I've been able to watch all I want to watch via this device and I'm happy with it.

As a way of breathing new life into older TVs or getting a 'cheaper' (read as less features) TV to work in the modern world, this is not a bad idea. The math is simple. A TV that has all the apps you want will cost you up to thousands more depending on size and brand, whereas this (for less than $100) gives you the features you want without the cost of integrating it into a TV at high cost.

Bottom line? This is essentially the equivalent of the old 'set top boxes' we all had to get when TV first went digital in Australia. If you want to stream content and your TV isn't up to it, this gets you the features you want without ditching an otherwise perfectly good TV.
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Natalie
1.0 out of 5 starsDoesn’t cast all steaming apps
Reviewed in Australia on 8 October 2020
You can’t cast apps that Amazon fire stick doesn’t recognise. I’ve been using Google chrome cast and we thought to switch to Amazon as we have Alexa set up in our home but just tried to cast Kayo (sporting app) and it won’t recognise it. We will be regifting this fire Stick as it’s useless to us. Stick with google chrome cast its a lot better.
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Tim Barlow
5.0 out of 5 stars Breathes new life into TVs with fewer features
Reviewed in Australia on 28 October 2020
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So a couple of years ago I bought one of the last Hisense TVs before they went Android. It had Netflix and a handful of other streaming services on it and I thought it was everything I would need. But, as we all know, over the last few years the streaming environment has been changing radically. We now have Disney+, Kayo, Prime Video (of course) and even some of the free-to-air apps that are not available on the Hisense platform.

I don't use all of these, but I wanted to use some. At first I tried using a Chromecast but it was a pain having my mobile with me and loading it with a whole bunch of apps that I didn't want on my phone just to play videos via the Chromecast device. What I wanted was something that could play ALL the apps I could ever want, via a remote (in other words, contain the apps on the device), and that had the ability to support new apps when needed. The Fire TV stick is that device.

I do note that the newer Chromecasts have their own remote as well so it's possible that they are now doing the same thing so my comments about it relate to the older generation of them. They got hot, if you left them plugged in to the power supply they gave you, they were not always robust when you went to use them, and if you did what I used to do (plug the device into a USB port in the side of the TV for power, meaning it was only on when the TV was) they whined at you about the power supply. Constantly. And also prevented you from playing HD video.

The Fire TV Stick on the other hand complained at me twice, then stopped. It plays full HD even though it's plugged into the TV rather than the provided power supply. It's easy to use, and even integrates the content from different apps to some degree, even though I really only use it for Prime Video at the moment as it was the main thing I wanted that was not available on my TV.

I was pleasantly surprised by this device. It works; well. Easy to set up, easy to use, and on TVs that are not already loaded with some apps, would handle all your streaming needs quite well. The unit seems to read the remote quite well even though the unit is stuck behind the TV and can't be seen from the front. The voice activation system was hit and miss when I tried it, but I'm not a voice command type of person so I didn't persist with it and it may well work quite effectively for the average person if you're into that sort of thing.

There are some minor things - some of the movies it finds it wants to charge you for; I'm not sure how that works and it might be an Amazon thing, perhaps I'm just too used to Netflix. In any event, for the most part I've been able to watch all I want to watch via this device and I'm happy with it.

As a way of breathing new life into older TVs or getting a 'cheaper' (read as less features) TV to work in the modern world, this is not a bad idea. The math is simple. A TV that has all the apps you want will cost you up to thousands more depending on size and brand, whereas this (for less than $100) gives you the features you want without the cost of integrating it into a TV at high cost.

Bottom line? This is essentially the equivalent of the old 'set top boxes' we all had to get when TV first went digital in Australia. If you want to stream content and your TV isn't up to it, this gets you the features you want without ditching an otherwise perfectly good TV.
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Muzza
5.0 out of 5 stars My favourite buy of 2020!!!
Reviewed in Australia on 15 November 2020
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I knew is was going to be something special simply by the way in which it was packaged and I was not disappointed!

It was literally a 10 minute set up (if that). Insert the batteries info the remote, plug the fire stick into any available HDMI port, plug in the power plug and follow the onscreen instructions!

That it! Your in and away you go after a few device software updates...

Man I'm love with it!!!

The Amazon content is amazing, including prime tv and music!

I've got my audio connected to my hi fi system and both the picture and sound are flawless...

My son was so impressed he's now ordered one too.

The package it comes bundled with is also worth noting I E. Fox Sport, YouTube, free to air tv etc...
My only complaint....

If only i knew this existed months ago I would have saved heaps of cash on Foxtel subscriptions that I didn't need...

One of if not my best buy of 2020....
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jpssaa
5.0 out of 5 stars Works perfectly
Reviewed in Australia on 10 February 2021
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I have been using this product for about 2 weeks now and am very satisfied. I purchased it so that I could rid myself of cables (e.g. for TV antennas etc.) and it really solves this issue. I now access all of the free-to-air channels in Australia through their respective apps. I have also been able to seamlessly download apps from sources other than the Amazon app store using the downloader app. They installed without a hitch and have been running perfectly. The unit was extremely easy to set up - just plugged it into the HDMI slot on the back of my TV and followed the on-screen prompts. Thus far the streaming experience has been excellent (I am using using an ASUS RT-AC3200 router with iiNet NBN 100/40) - I've only seen the unit buffering once or twice (but that was probably due to internet traffic more than anything else). Overall I am extremely happy with this purchase and would highly recommend the product, especially to anyone who has an older pre-smart TV. As long as your TV has a HDMI slot and you have decent internet I think you'll find this product useful and intuitive to use.
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Craig Riley
5.0 out of 5 stars You'll like it
Reviewed in Australia on 5 August 2021
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Plug in, power on the TV, and then follow the instructions. First thing you need to do is pair the remote control to the TV Stick by pressing the Play/Pause button. This took me a while as I wasn't wearing glasses at the time, and the language of the instructions on the screen was changing every 10 seconds, so I didn't understand what was going on. Once the remote was paired, the setup process appeared to work well (Language setting / WiFi connect / Firmware Updates and then Software Updates after that / Account Information). Once done, all was well. You should have yourself an Amazon account to make this easier. I don't know what sort of process it would be without an Amazon account, but I found it easier with one. Alexa has a few issues with commands, but generally it works. It tried to recognize my voice, but it errored out and couldn't do it. This device went onto a NON-SMART 32" TV in the bedroom, so we stream everything (including the Australian Free To Air channels) which is great, as I don't have to install a TV antenna point in the bedroom (just a power point for the TV and Fire TV Stick power to plug into.). All in all, I am very happy with this device and its overall usage and functionality.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Better than expected
Reviewed in Australia on 2 April 2021
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Bought to replace chrome cast that was not responding well anymore. Fire stick is a good alternative and it is easy to use. Only downside some streaming services are not offered e.g Binge, although I can stream it using a browser but it is a bit annoying. Free to air apps, Netflix, Prime, Stan work very well. I prefer it to chrome cast.
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Andrew
5.0 out of 5 stars Super Easy Set-up plus Apple TV+ app a bonus
Reviewed in Australia on 9 December 2020
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The set-up was very easy. I loved that it came with Apple TV+ app as my Apple TV device was so old it did play Apple TV+. This saved me buying a new apple TV device at a fraction of the cost. It also has turned my very old TV into a Smart TV and get Access to free-to-air streaming as well as all the paid streaming services. Amazing!!!
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BB
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to Use
Reviewed in Australia on 29 December 2020
Verified Purchase
I have found the Fire TV Stick Lite easy to install. The remote is a good size, and is easy to use. Very happy with the quality so far. I like that It supports Spotify (paid subscription needed), Netflix (paid subscription needed), Apple TV (paid subscription needed) and Free-to Air TV Apps.
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Brett Steele
4.0 out of 5 stars Alexa Firestick
Reviewed in Australia on 1 July 2021
Verified Purchase
This has been a great buy! Upgraded our TCL smart tv that only had Netflix installed to be able to watch more things like Prime, Youtube, Hayu, free to air tv and Disney. Only downside is hubby can't watch Kayo!
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Luke
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
Reviewed in Australia on 28 October 2020
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I love it. Connects all my free to air stations with my subscription ones. So much better than my old m80 Android box.
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Barry Grieve
5.0 out of 5 stars Great little appliance For connecting to the TV
Reviewed in Australia on 28 January 2021
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Has all the Apps that are needed to watch TV while traveling this great country of ours when not being able to watch free to air because of signaling problems. So being able to use the WIFI to solve the problem
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