Amazon Unveils Fire TV Stick 4K Max: Faster, Smarter, and More Affordable

Politics, News Sept. 21, 2023, 5:33 a.m.

Amazons device event reveals Fire TV Stick 4K Max with 16GB storage, WiFi 6E, and a faster processor. Enhanced Alexa AI, personalized art, and affordable pricing announced.

Amazon's Latest Device Event Unveils Two New Fire TV Sticks

Amazon's highly anticipated device event has taken center stage, introducing tech enthusiasts to two new additions to their Fire TV lineup. Initially hinted at by AFTVnews, Amazon has now officially confirmed the launch of these innovative Fire TV sticks, with the Fire TV Max 4K poised to revolutionize the streaming experience.

The brand-new Fire TV Stick 4K Max boasts several noteworthy upgrades, including a generous 16GB of storage, cutting-edge WiFi 6E connectivity, and a powerful quad-core 2GHz processor. However, the standout feature that will surely catch the attention of users is its remote control, identical to the one offered with the Fire TV Cube, which promises improved controls not just for the Fire TV but also for your TV itself. This remarkable device is set to retail at an attractive $59.99 and is available for pre-order starting today.

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In addition to these hardware upgrades, Amazon is rolling out the Fire TV ambient experiences, a feature that transforms your television into a captivating work of art when not in use. Users can also customize their screens with widgets, providing convenient access to weather updates and other useful features. Previously exclusive to Fire TV smart TVs, this feature is now making its debut on the Fire TV Stick 4K Max.

But the enhancements don't stop there; later this year, select Fire TV devices will use your family photos to create personalized art displays on your TV.

The improvements over the previous Fire TV Stick 4K Max are substantial. Storage capacity has doubled from 8GB to a generous 16GB, the processor has been upgraded from a 1.8GHz quad-core chip to a blazing fast 2GHz processor, and the WiFi has made a significant leap from WiFi 6 to the more advanced WiFi 6E standard. It's evident that Amazon is determined to make the Fire TV Stick 4K Max one of the speediest streaming sticks on the market.

For further insights and details, stay tuned as Amazon officially unveils the Fire TV Stick 4K Max and other exciting devices during their 11 a.m. Eastern event. There are also strong expectations for the announcement of a second Fire TV device, likely to be a new Fire TV Stick 4K variant.

These new Fire TVs will harness the power of an enhanced Alexa AI, enabling a more natural way to discover shows on Fire TV. Now, you can simply say commands like "show me free action movies I haven't seen before," ushering in a more intuitive and user-friendly experience. This feature is set to roll out to Fire TV users later this year.

Amazon is not stopping at hardware and voice control improvements; they are also revamping the home screen with an improved "continue-watching" row. This feature will display all your recently watched content across various major streaming services, making it even easier to pick up where you left off.

The new Fire TV Stick 4K, boasting 30% more power and support for WiFi 6 for lightning-fast streaming, will be available for just $49.99 and can be pre-ordered today. This budget-friendly option comes with the standard remote.

As an added incentive, Amazon is offering a special promotion for a limited time: purchasers of a new Fire TV will receive 6 months of access to MGM+.