Amazon’s Newest 4K Fire TV Stick Is Now $20.
Many TVs still work perfectly. They just have slow menus or outdated apps. The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select is a simple solution to this problem, and it’s now $19.99, down from $39.99—its lowest price ever, according to price tracking sites . It streams 4K video with HDR10+ support, so compatible TVs get brighter highlights and better contrast. However, it doesn’t support Dolby Vision or Dolby Atmos, so this model isn’t suitable for those creating a high-end home theater . But for most living rooms and bedrooms, the picture quality is more than adequate. It also works great on 1080p or even 720p TVs, so you don’t need a whole new screen to enjoy it. If you’re still unsure, our contributor Emily Long shares what to look for when choosing a streaming stick .
In terms of Select performance, apps open quickly, and menu scrolling is seamless. You get all the essential services in one place, from Netflix and Disney+ to Prime Video and Apple TV+, along with a large catalog of free, ad-supported content. The remote is simple and practical, with dedicated buttons for popular apps, a volume control, and a microphone button for Alexa+ (Alexa voice control is missing). For gamers, an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription paired with a compatible controller lets you stream select Xbox games directly to your TV without the need for a console.
Among the drawbacks, this streaming device operates on the Wi-Fi 5 standard rather than Wi-Fi 6, so it won’t fully benefit from the faster speeds and improved performance of new routers on congested networks. The storage is 8GB, which is typical for the Fire TV Stick , but it can quickly fill up if you download a lot of apps. Furthermore, app installation is limited to the Amazon App Store, as installations from third-party sources are blocked. To maximize storage efficiency, it’s helpful to start with the essentials—here are nine worthwhile Fire TV Stick apps worth trying .