Doesn't look like this has been posted yet. I'm on the fence versus the Google chromecast with google tv but this seems to be a decent price…
Cheaper at Officeworks ($37) if you can find a store with stock (not available online)..
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Does retroarch work OK on the lower specced models? I assumed you'd need to use the 4k Max version for this.
Does this image quality still look decent on a 4K TV if I use this one or is it worth getting the upgraded stick?
what tv do you have? like an oled one with hdr or a cheap one
Cheap one, I have doubts about the 4K sticker. It's worth a few hundred dollars
sorry for the late reply. its still something i would recommend. its not really as good of a deal as the sale on prime day but that is normal.
Isn't this normal price? Officeworks looks to be cheaper by $2
Good point, I was fooled by the 51% off on Amazon. Looks like its $39 in most stores and $37 at officeworks but not available online and out of stock at stores near me… I've updated the main post..
I'm on the fence versus the Google chromecast with google tv but this seems to be a decent price…
GTV however the Firestick 4k Max is better than GTV.
Do these support casting direct from an app on your phone (like Google Photos) or do you have to cast/mirror your whole phone screen?
You have to mirror the screen
Cheapest way to get the remote?
My 4K max remote doesnt work (water damage) and the chinese knock offs arent that responsive.
My remote also died a while back. I've been using this - Rii i4 Mini Bluetooth Keyboard with Touchpad, Blacklit Portable Wireless Keyboard with 2.4G USB Dongle for Smartphones, PC, Tablet, Laptop TV Box iOS Android Windows Mac.Black https://amzn.asia/d/gULK2L2. Works very well.
Contact live chat, they will organise replacement.
Mine died and was told to order new one and reimbursed.
Thank you ill try that.
Have to mention i got mine fire stick 4k from an ebay deal not direct from amazon
Good point, thx, not available online but I've updated main post…
It's a good price if it is a Firestick 4k Max
What does the different of using this stick compare to smart tv app directly?
Dedicated TV sticks/boxes are generally a lot more responsive and supported for longer. Overall much nicer to use compared to built in apps.
More responsive especially the 4k version.
Can sideload apps easier as well compared to some TV's with non android based OS.
What build of Kodi does everyone run on these things? I have tried a few, but always run into it crashing on start up, and have to clear the cache everytime before it will start… Which is rather annoying. I have a 4K Max.
Kodi, with Umbrella + Real Debrid for a complex build with a lot of control of configuration OR if you want a more plug and play experience that takes about 20 mins to setup, Stremio+Torrentio Add on+Real Debrid. Of course I only use this for streaming non copyright material.
Thanks, Ill see how I go with the later.
I liked my first 4K Max that much I bought another two in short succession.
I bought the adapter linked to below ($22) as well so they can all connect by ethernet, works well.
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B0773NKLTD/ref=ppx_yo_d…
bought 4k max this price from BigW couple of years ago
Absolutely great devices. Put on retroarch and it’s a great cheap retro games console