The Amazon Fire TV media device is a truly next generation media system which is already hitting a high level of popularity among Amazon customers. Unlike other streaming TV gadgets such as the Chromecast, Roku and Apple TV, the Amazon TV media device may be even more powerful and versatile thanks to voice search and gaming features. You can use the Amazon Fire TV to watch Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Showtime Anytime, YouTube, WatchESPN and many more app channels, as well as to play games and listen to music. The popularity of the device has become apparent. Since it’s only been out since earlier this month, it’s already ranking as a #1 bestselling item on Amazon and currently out of stock on the site.
The popularity of the Amazon Fire TV is evident as soon as you look at it on the e-tailer’s website. The Amazon Fire TV itself is out of stock, and Amazon promises that it will get new stock in for April 21st for customers eager to get their hands on it. The Amazon Fire TV game controller, which helps to enhance the gaming experience of the Amazon Fire TV, will start shipping again on May 11th. So, if you want to enjoy the best TV, gaming and multimedia experience you will need to be patient, but at least the wait shouldn’t be too long!
Priced at $99, the Amazon Fire TV compares well to the similarly-priced Roku 3 and Apple TV devices. Its quad-core processor and 2GB RAM means that it offers much better performance than its main rivals. Those on a tight budget may prefer Google’s Chromecast offering, which is around a third of the price, however the Chromecast pales in comparison to the Fire TV when you consider the number of services it offers access to, and the technical specifications. Even streaming performance is likely to be worse on the Chromecast, thanks to the single-band only WiFi implementation.
What’s more the device can perform searches for content by text typing via the remote, or by your voice. In addition, you can stream using WiFi, or using an Ethernet cable for the fastest and most stable connection possible. So, you can watch videos and play games in 1080p with Dolby Digital Plus surround sound, enjoying a huge library of TV shows, movies and sporting events on demand. While devices like Roku and Apple TV offer great content offerings to their owners, one thing they lack is the gaming power that Fire TV offers. Paired with the Fire TV game controller, this device really kicks up the interactive entertainment value up a notch!
It is still in the early days for households streaming TV, but the Amazon Fire TV is proving to be incredibly popular. This could well be the box that helps streaming media break out from early adopter territory and become a normal part of many people’s day-to-day lives. Imagine accessing all of your favorite on-demand entertainment services from the comfort of your couch, controlling your media experience with your voice. The future has definitely arrived and Amazon customers are taking notice based on the demand for this new item!
Current or prospective device owners can also check out Shelby Johnson’s new Amazon Fire TV User Manual for all of the info on this hot new device!
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