Stream content in Ultra HD 4K or up to 1080p
Instant streaming - no waiting for content to buffer
Voice search via remote
Built-in WiFi
Technical specifications for AMAZON Fire TV 4K Smart Box
OVERVIEW
Type Smart TV box
Built-in hard drive 8 GB
Streaming quality - Ultra HD 4K 3840 x 2160
- Full HD 1080p
- HD 720p
FEATURES
Voice controls Yes - Voice Search
USB file playback - Video: H.263, H.264, MPEG4-SP, VC1
- Audio: AAC, AC-3, E-AC-3, HE-A, PCM, MP3
- Photo: JPG, PNG
SMART TV
Internet connection - Built-in AC WiFi (dual-band)
- Ethernet
Smart TV services - Includes access to Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, ITV Player and much more
- Music services including tunein, Spotify and Vevo
- Games including Minecraft, The Walking Dead and Carmageddon
Remote control Yes
CONNECTIVITY
Video connections HDMI x 1
Other connections USB 2.0 x 1
GENERAL
Box contents - Amazon Fire TV HD Smart TV Box
- Amazon Fire TV remote
- AC power cable
- Quick start guide
Colour Black
Dimensions 115 x 115 x 17.5 mm (H x W x D)
Weight 270 g
Also supports h.265
- FinderOfDeals
Top comments
FinderOfDeals
2 Dec 1529#1
(Reposting from a now expired thread, just so people see it - this is my long post :smiley: )
I've got a Fire TV 4K from launch. Yes, at first there were problems, but they've all been pretty much fixed now with the last update. The only problem I have is that the voice search doesn't always notice I'm talking even though I'm pressing the button. It's rare, but does happen. Another side note, is that the voice search only works with the Amazon menu, and doesn't include "Echo" functions, like the USA version does. It's like they're using the USA as a beta test for it, and should be coming to the UK in the future, so I'm told by an Amazon rep.
Netflix does do 5.1 audio now, and the audio is louder than it used to be.
Side loading is easy when you know how. Kodi works fine, at least for the stuff I use it for. The use of a fast microSD comes in handy as well. The only problem though is that not all apps will work from the SD card, so you have to be a bit picky. That's because of the way the programmers have done things, not the Fire TV's fault. (The same would happen on a phone/tablet)
The only real thing missing is "All 4", but that's rumoured to be heading to the Fire TV, since it can be used with a Chromecast now.
I of course have iPlayer, ITV Hub, Channel 5, UKTV Play, TVCatchup, Netflix, etc installed. (STV as well, if you live outside of Scotland, you can just find a postcode for Scotland and enter that to make it work).
I use on the Fire TV 4K, installed from Amazon:
Total Commander File Manager, is what it says it is, it's easy to use with the remote, unlike ES File Explorer. It'll also allow copying/deleting/etc with the microSD card. Unlike other file explorers.
Moonlight Game Streaming for use with a PC that has modern Nvidia gfx cards for remote game play. (You can also sideload this if you want the newest version, but the one that Amazon offers up works well enough)
Allcast, to make it a little easier to cast photos etc.
Sideloaded stuff,
Firestarter to allow me to double click the home button, to go directly into Netflix, but it can be used to bring up a menu for launching your installed and sideloaded apps. It can be used to autolaunch apps as well from booting. (Will also allow you to install Kodi with ease)
Kodi of course
Ftp Server by The Olive Tree Well for FTP stuff, this thing actually works with the remote and is free unlike the FTP servers that Amazon will show you. This comes in really handy, when you want to put your Emulator game files in the right place straight away instead of just to the Fire TV storage, then copying to the microSD card, you can do it directly!
Wukong Remote and Wukong input plugin. You guessed it, it's so you can use your phone/tablet as a remote / mouse / gamepad / etc.
And then of course you can stick on your favourite emulators.
For an Android phone/tablet to use with the Fire TV, (There might be iOS versions or apps like the following, but I've no clue since I don't own such a device)
The other half of Allcast
Apps2Fire to side load apps from your device to the Fire TV. It makes life a lot easier than messing about with a PC.
Wukong remote for what I explained above.
And of course Amazon's own Fire TV remote app.
I hope that helps someone? All of the above should work on the older version of the Fire TV as well, but some might not work so well on the "stick" because they just don't have the processing power needed.
Oh and while I remember, press and hold the HOME button, and you'll get the settings area a lot quicker for the device! It saves you having to scroll all the way down to the bottom on the Amazon front menu.
I hope all that makes some sense? :sunglasses:
starsi360
2 Dec 153#8
I don't have a fire and do not think I'll be getting one, however people like you make life easier for a lot of us when we haven't got a clue... So bravo for the post!
All comments (126)
FinderOfDeals
2 Dec 1529#1
(Reposting from a now expired thread, just so people see it - this is my long post :smiley: )
I've got a Fire TV 4K from launch. Yes, at first there were problems, but they've all been pretty much fixed now with the last update. The only problem I have is that the voice search doesn't always notice I'm talking even though I'm pressing the button. It's rare, but does happen. Another side note, is that the voice search only works with the Amazon menu, and doesn't include "Echo" functions, like the USA version does. It's like they're using the USA as a beta test for it, and should be coming to the UK in the future, so I'm told by an Amazon rep.
Netflix does do 5.1 audio now, and the audio is louder than it used to be.
Side loading is easy when you know how. Kodi works fine, at least for the stuff I use it for. The use of a fast microSD comes in handy as well. The only problem though is that not all apps will work from the SD card, so you have to be a bit picky. That's because of the way the programmers have done things, not the Fire TV's fault. (The same would happen on a phone/tablet)
The only real thing missing is "All 4", but that's rumoured to be heading to the Fire TV, since it can be used with a Chromecast now.
I of course have iPlayer, ITV Hub, Channel 5, UKTV Play, TVCatchup, Netflix, etc installed. (STV as well, if you live outside of Scotland, you can just find a postcode for Scotland and enter that to make it work).
I use on the Fire TV 4K, installed from Amazon:
Total Commander File Manager, is what it says it is, it's easy to use with the remote, unlike ES File Explorer. It'll also allow copying/deleting/etc with the microSD card. Unlike other file explorers.
Moonlight Game Streaming for use with a PC that has modern Nvidia gfx cards for remote game play. (You can also sideload this if you want the newest version, but the one that Amazon offers up works well enough)
Allcast, to make it a little easier to cast photos etc.
Sideloaded stuff,
Firestarter to allow me to double click the home button, to go directly into Netflix, but it can be used to bring up a menu for launching your installed and sideloaded apps. It can be used to autolaunch apps as well from booting. (Will also allow you to install Kodi with ease)
Kodi of course
Ftp Server by The Olive Tree Well for FTP stuff, this thing actually works with the remote and is free unlike the FTP servers that Amazon will show you. This comes in really handy, when you want to put your Emulator game files in the right place straight away instead of just to the Fire TV storage, then copying to the microSD card, you can do it directly!
Wukong Remote and Wukong input plugin. You guessed it, it's so you can use your phone/tablet as a remote / mouse / gamepad / etc.
And then of course you can stick on your favourite emulators.
For an Android phone/tablet to use with the Fire TV, (There might be iOS versions or apps like the following, but I've no clue since I don't own such a device)
The other half of Allcast
Apps2Fire to side load apps from your device to the Fire TV. It makes life a lot easier than messing about with a PC.
Wukong remote for what I explained above.
And of course Amazon's own Fire TV remote app.
I hope that helps someone? All of the above should work on the older version of the Fire TV as well, but some might not work so well on the "stick" because they just don't have the processing power needed.
Oh and while I remember, press and hold the HOME button, and you'll get the settings area a lot quicker for the device! It saves you having to scroll all the way down to the bottom on the Amazon front menu.
I hope all that makes some sense? :sunglasses:
Victoriaa
2 Dec 151#2
do you need amazon prime to have this?
FinderOfDeals to Victoriaa
2 Dec 15#3
No - you can just use Netflix if you so wish. You'll just miss out on a lot of the benefits of having one, if you don't have Prime. Don't forget Prime can be paid for monthly now as well.
amour3k
2 Dec 15#4
Thats well informative mate, thanx. :-)
I forget, what App u can use on this to allow these Amazon Fire TV Boxes to be sideloaded with Kodi, what is it please?. :-)
FinderOfDeals to amour3k
2 Dec 152#6
As in my list, I use Fire2App on my phone. When you look up Fire2App, it'll tell you how to set up your Fire TV to allow for sideloading. You can also use Firestarter to install Kodi for you.
I'm not sure if the Fire TV Stick allows for it. The app came out the same day as the Fire TV 4K did. Try searching for it. If not, have a look at what I said about STV, it's basically the same thing but for Scotland. That might work instead?
little_landy
2 Dec 15#5
How did you get itv player my fire stick doesn't have it
herodave to little_landy
2 Dec 15#63
You sell it and buy a roku stick... which also has Channel 4 on demand.
little_landy
2 Dec 15#7
Have searched for itv before on it I think maybe the app catalogue is different for the stick, will look at arc cheers
starsi360
2 Dec 153#8
I don't have a fire and do not think I'll be getting one, however people like you make life easier for a lot of us when we haven't got a clue... So bravo for the post!
FinderOfDeals
2 Dec 15#9
Thank you! :smiley:
Aaronnnn
2 Dec 15#10
how much is the fully loaded one :stuck_out_tongue:
FinderOfDeals to Aaronnnn
2 Dec 15#11
onamission100
2 Dec 15#12
Thks OP for tips etc
Aaronnnn
2 Dec 15#13
bit expensive? but on a serious note what does the fully loaded one offer?
FinderOfDeals
2 Dec 15#14
In what way do you mean? On what it can be used for? Everything I stated in my first post, I personally can't think of anything else to use it for. :smiley: Sure you can use it to turn your TV into a big clock, but that's a bit of a waste.
cavemana
2 Dec 15#15
Amazon have price matched it seems.
ChampionshipManager to cavemana
2 Dec 15#58
Funny how Currys brought the price down finally. Amazon kept it at 80 for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
mdynes
2 Dec 15#16
Can you explain to a novice, if my mum wants to ditch Virgin she can buy this and it will turn her tv into a smart one. She then subscribes to netflix and amazon prime? is that correct? any other charges?
Devro to mdynes
2 Dec 151#21
I have the older Fire TV and ditched Sky for it and haven't looked back a minute. I think it is a great piece of kit. I'd go as far as to say that the only live TV I have watched in a year is the news. We do loads of iplayer through the Amazon Fire TV, Kodi and Netflix.
I subscribe to Amazon Prime and, more often than not, they mess up overnight delivery. A quick call to them and they extend Prime by 30 days.
The new Top Gear is going to be on Amazon Prime and they are investing in a lot of other shows. There are loads of good films on as well, and there is always Kodi, look it up, although it is a bit fiddly to use and it needs a bit of effort in setting up and maintaining.
I would recommend it 100%
hotukdealz
2 Dec 15#17
Was choosing between this and the minix x8-h plus....bought the minix but this is a good price for a powerful box.....
Sharpharp
2 Dec 15#18
Glad I stuck through the black Friday deals and didn't buy the USB stick version, this box will be way better and has dedicated Ethernet
fairytooth
2 Dec 15#19
Crucially it doesn't seem to have the HEVC- 265 codec unless I have missed something. That makes a huge difference.
fairytooth to fairytooth
2 Dec 15#20
Yes it does according to Amazon, cancel my last. I'm in! :smiley:
dauterive
2 Dec 15#22
Does anyone know if the plex app is 4k or is it amazon only?
Thinking of ditching my htpc that is not 4k with this.
Don't forget though, you'll only ever get 30fps out of the Fire TV 4K while playing 4K media. It's just the way it's been made.
Why? Just get a HDMI amp, problem solved! :stuck_out_tongue:
caverncity
2 Dec 15#23
no optical out, shame.
badgerpelt
2 Dec 15#25
Paid this price for the older fire tv box in tesco 3 weeks ago, so obviously gutted.
Hot deal.
FinderOfDeals to badgerpelt
2 Dec 15#28
Take it back and tell them it's "unfit for purpose". (Doesn't play some games fast enough for example - which is true - but you didn't install said game until after 14 days.) http://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/problem/i-want-to-return-my-goods-what-are-my-rights If they don't look like budging, tell them you'd be happy enough with store credit. (That way they still get your cash)
You should have up to 30 days, not just 14 days you're not happy like their offer.
You still need the box etc, and packed away nicely, factory reset and your receipt of course.
If you get a jobworths, you can always push for a manager if you're in the mood. They'll tend to sort it out, just to get rid of you.
At most you'll have wasted 15mins trying to get your money back!
sul to badgerpelt
2 Dec 15#38
tesco sold the old models off for around £35 so was discontinued. can't see how you paid this price
Mecoconuts
2 Dec 15#26
WTF no support for HDR or HDMI 2 ??....this not good ....read this :
Can anyone recommend a Bluetooth mouse to work with Showbox or other apps that do not work with the official Amazon firestick remote?
marky489 to spurs1972
2 Dec 15#77
I use remote mouse on iOS, it might be on android too
ChampionshipManager to spurs1972
2 Dec 15#80
I use a Logitech Wireless Touch K400 keyboard with trackpad. Available in Amazon for a mere 30 bones, and a fan favourite at XDA forums.
It is the best in the world at what it does.
brookysm
2 Dec 15#29
It doesn't even support 60hz 4k so I wouldn't get wound up about HDR....
jayjayuk1234
2 Dec 15#30
65 quid and it can't even pass Hdmi audio
FinderOfDeals to jayjayuk1234
2 Dec 15#31
Huh? It passes audio over HDMI just fine!
Mecoconuts
2 Dec 15#32
Am not ...it's the fact the 4K AFTV doesn't support new hdmi 2.0 version or the 2.0a standard necessary for 4K Ultra HD.
badgerpelt
2 Dec 15#33
Didn't buy it for me, and the person it's for will be none the wiser (I think) so it is probably not worth the bother.
Bit the bullet though and bought one for myself. Just hoping that a) Amazon don't put out a 'kodi killer' update, and b) this does not have the buffer issues of a pi or the older version.
Anyone else had trouble paying? My browser never made it to a confirmation screen, but I have had 2 confirmation emails.
vatovey74
2 Dec 15#34
Awesome box, purchased from Amazon instead as they gave me £5 credit due to a messed up overnight delivery.
dauterive
2 Dec 151#35
Oh, seems 4k is still in early adopter phase then! thanks mate
Jawz
2 Dec 15#36
How does this compare to the older Amazon Fire TV box? Only had a few month for Kodak and enjoying using now n then.
Just at this price is there a big jump in specs and features?
Might get bout £40 for older one (though only had 2 months) so bout £25 for upgrade. Or no difference for Kodi.
brookysm
2 Dec 15#37
Not really, The NVidia Shield fully supports 4k 60hz, the Fire TV is obviously built to a price.
brookysm
2 Dec 15#39
But it seems it does support HDCP 2.3 as it runs both Prime and Netflix in 4k and as both only stream at 30hz currently and HDR support is still a long time away the additional hardware isn't needed so probably wasn't put in so they could keep the pricing keen.
Gollywood
2 Dec 15#40
Is this like an Android TV box where you can load apps from Google Play Store ? Do you need additional subscriptions etc.
Mecoconuts to Gollywood
2 Dec 15#41
Yes .......you can also sideload Apps onto it like Kodi or TVMCto play loads of other content ....Movies, TV Shows, Sky TV....etc.
No subscriptions required....all free !
ceeijd
2 Dec 151#42
That article on 4k.com may be out of date, if you read the reviews on amazon, for a 4K signal to be sent to your 4K TV it MUST have HDMI 2 and HDCP 2.2, otherwise it sends a 1080p signal. A lot of early 4K TVs don't have support this so best check your TV first..
brookysm to ceeijd
2 Dec 15#45
You can send 4k over HDMI 1.4 albeit at 30hz not 60. The issue for copyrighted 4k is the required HDCP which many older/cheaper 4k TV's lack.
Mecoconuts to ceeijd
2 Dec 15#49
Article is dated September 30, 2015.
Northerndave
2 Dec 15#43
Good deal
AndyRoyd
2 Dec 15#44
Still no x265 / HEVC support mentioned in spec? Is that a simple erroneous omission, or indication of reality?
I can't get Netflix in 4K working through my SHIELD box because of my HDMI limitation although I CAN output HDMI 30Hz. Is it hopeless after all? :disappointed:
FinderOfDeals
2 Dec 15#57
Ahh, I see what you were getting at now. But since Netflix and Amazon only offer DD+ at best, it's a little overkill for anything right now in Amazon's eyes. We all know they're made down to a price, and gives room for Amazon to bring out a 3rd version (or more). If you want Kodi at it's best, people should go buy/build a real HTPC.
robertadams12345
2 Dec 15#60
i've been thinking about getting an android box recently for sky sports etc ( eg thru kodi ) , should i just get this ?
EN1GMA
2 Dec 15#61
shame amazon took out kodi as a app from the store.
FinderOfDeals to EN1GMA
2 Dec 15#69
It is, but you can easily sideload it after sideloading Firestarter. Then use Firestarter to launch Kodi with a double click of the home button if you so wish. Firestarter will even keep itself and kodi updated.
Spitfire32
2 Dec 15#62
Would this work with the Firestick? Though am I right in thinking it does not support 5.1?
ChampionshipManager
2 Dec 151#64
To be fair, there's nothing to watch on ITV player anyway. Although it says there is ITV Hub, probably the same thing.
This supports Netflix, Amazon Video, Spotify Connect, VLC (you can upload movies on to it and put on the sdcard or use a usb device), Kodi with all it has to offer, BT sport, Sky Go, BBC iPlayer, Plex, Youtube, Demand 5, Sky News, BBC News among others.
You can also install Firestarter as a launcher (without root) which removes all the Amazon crap.
It's not too shabby at all.
sandra51
2 Dec 15#65
You would lose the 4K then though, unless you used a 4K capable 1 HDMI in and 2 HDMI out splitter box before it.
It does seem strange that the early 1080p models had optical out yet the newer model discards it.
ceeijd
2 Dec 15#66
Exactly. They even state in the comments they went back to Amazon for more info on the HDMI socket. Their article was posted on information from another website so was second hand info.
Jabbypans
2 Dec 15#67
Had one of these for a while and I have no issues playing 4k from Netflix and Amazon prime.
AndyRoyd
2 Dec 15#68
Yes, you have to look at the spec on Amazon website to see mention of H.265, yet Currys' spec specifically excludes it. Strange.
solomongrundy
2 Dec 15#70
Just ordered the Sumvision Cyclone X4. Is this worth the extra £33?
pheomena
2 Dec 151#71
What he just said!
Can I second that as well please. That is such useful information.
Very thankful for this....people actually took time to say thanks.
I'm thinking about getting one as well but I have a Tronsmart Rk3688 which is still quite new. Would the Fire TV be any faster? I only use Kodi and some TV apps for my box anyway.
Jonnyblock
2 Dec 15#72
Not bad. Could've done with all the links to the apps. :wink:
brookysm
2 Dec 15#73
No, the problem is your monitor doesn't have HDCP 2.2 so no copyrighted 4k material will work.
ra11
2 Dec 15#74
i use this device with my Fire Stick and get 5.1 optical to my 15yr old Pioneer Amp - works perfectly!
southpaw_786
2 Dec 15#75
Not sure if already mentioned but Amazon are doing it for the same price. I ordered one earlier today and posted the deal but someone has removed it.
janner43
2 Dec 15#76
I would have been all over this until, in looking around at all the 4k Smart TVs, I realised that they all have Netflix & Amazon Video on them as apps, so I'm at a loss to see the use for this box. If you have a 1080p screen then why wouldn't you just add the Fire TV stick? Maybe I'm missing the point, but why bother about 4k if you don't have a 4k screen to show it on?
stoney73
2 Dec 15#78
wukong remote works as a mouse input on Android.
Applejacked
2 Dec 151#79
I don't have a 4k TV and don't think I'll be getting one anytime soon. I would make use of a optical out, so I think I'll hunt down a 1st gen Fire TV box.
Have some heat though, it's a great price.:neutral_face:
Username50
3 Dec 15#81
How does it work
Username50
3 Dec 15#82
Can you get free Netflix, Sky sports and Sky movies.
Great thanks for taking the time to provide that useless answer
Northerndave
3 Dec 151#88
Why not look at the links that display and all will become clear? Or hey, type your question into Youtube and you'll even be able to watch a video showing you how to do it, I mean, you do know the Internet is just a massive ball of data waiting to be interrogated don't you?
Franzkill
3 Dec 15#89
Yeah was afraid that might be the problem :disappointed: Do you know any good 4K monitors that do support it?
montana78
3 Dec 15#90
Hdmi receivers are cheap now. Especially on gumtree. My issue is that the 5.1 on it is only dolby digital. I prefer dts sound steering better.
When I watched daredevil via fit tv and yamaha receiver I had voice coming out of all 3 front speakers instead of just centre speaker
montana78
3 Dec 15#91
Yes. They should always add optical port. That was a big mistake for them.It's still digital after all
morello321
3 Dec 15#92
what is kodi?
Mattio
3 Dec 15#93
How does this compare to Apple TV?
snedger
3 Dec 15#94
Oops! Didn't realise that there was a 4K Fire TV.
Advised someone buying a new TV the other day not to get a smart TV, but to get a Fire stick, as they have Amazon Prime - in fact if I'd known, I'd have given them my Fire stick, and got the 4K for myself.
Hot deal!
EN1GMA
3 Dec 15#95
You can by side loading it by why bother when android allows it to be downloaded from the official app store
ontheqt
3 Dec 151#96
It only does 4k at 30hz not the full 60 like an Nvidia Sheild console can do. Its the equivalent of how they used to misell HD tv ready tv's. People didn't like A. the fact you couldn't get HD unless you added a box to receive and B you only received 720p not the full HD 1080p you were expecting. This really isn't worth buying unless your an Amazon Prime subscriber, although some Sony TVs have Amazon 4K and Google Play built in.
tryn2help
3 Dec 151#97
Dave, I've worked in a voluntary capacity with different groups of people including elderly, ill, learning difficulties etc, and one of the first things I learned was there's a whole range of beautiful people who for whatever reason just need a bit of help - and most of them don't even know how to ask for that help.
I've read a lot of your posts, Dave, and I know you're a decent sort; hope everything's okay for you. God bless <3
jayjayuk1234
3 Dec 151#98
Yeah, it should work fine, i think the Firestick will support 5.1 and even 7.1, perhaps just 5.1 for streaming though, if you load Kodi it should output 7.1, although i've not tested this, i went for the nVidia shield instead
millward84
3 Dec 15#99
This better than a M8s plus android box?
fairytooth
3 Dec 15#100
I hope it's better than the useless M8 box I bought
ftasende
3 Dec 15#101
So, what are the main advantages of this Amazon TV against a Amazon Fire Stick, is it worth the upgrade?
MisterMadHatter
4 Dec 15#102
It states that USB file playback includes Video: H.263, H.264, MPEG4-SP, VC1. With the first gen fire boxes, you had to root them in order to play media files from a USB source. Then Amazon released firmware to prevent rooting on later models. Have Amazon now allowed media files to be played from USB in these next gen boxes without rooting?
unidentified
4 Dec 15#103
Good question would like to know the same answer myself.
Particularly also, if we can eventually obtain H265 content (which will be massive no doubt), will it be able to play it and it is possible to format the MicroSD as NTFS in this thing?
reebuk
4 Dec 15#104
I can play files from my first gen box from USB. I use VLC player & it plays practically anything. The use of USB to play files was introduced over 6 months ago through an update.
MisterMadHatter
5 Dec 15#105
I found this on CNet's review of the 4K Fire Box:
"The USB port allows Fire TV to play back media files from attached USB thumbdrives and other devices. I tested it briefly with the VLC player app and it worked well, although unlike the Nvidia Shield and Roku 4 , it wouldn't play back 4K files at 4K resolution, only 1080p. The same went for 4K files I had loaded on a microSD card: they only played back at 1080p on Fire TV. Amazon says 4K support of rolling out to more apps soon, however."
It plays my himemade 4K videos downscaling them to 1080p nicely.
However a few concerns/issues:
1. Didn't seem to like an NTFS formatted microSD or USB Pen Drive
2. Formatted a 16G Pen drive as FAT32 and copied some files over, it played these OK from Kodi, but of course there is the 4G file limit issue on FAT32. Any way to get around this?
3. Tried it with a 1Tb portable HDD and it just made clicking sounds, so don't think the 1.4Amp power supply has enough juice?
WalterSmith
9 Dec 15#108
Googled some answers:
FAT32 is the best you'll get unless you "root" the device. Can split the files using WINRAR and Kodi knows how to play split files. Probably best to stream the files from a networked drive.
No external HDD works with the Amazon Fire 4K, best you can get is a USB3.0 128G pen drive
Shenx
9 Dec 15#109
79.99 from what I see. Deal finished?
unidentified
12 Dec 15#110
It would seem so :disappointed:
smiler594
18 Dec 15#111
Expire this, confirmed that price now £80 !!! Cold
qwerta369
18 Dec 15#112
Is that how you think this site works?
smiler594
19 Dec 15#113
Yes, temperature should reflect current status of availability to purchase from link. Otherwise waste of my time and others to be flagged to a hot deal and disappointed to know its expired !
smiler594
19 Dec 15#114
Hence COLD !
avalon50
19 Dec 15#115
Have alook on youtube for kodi repos, addons and anything else you want; there's plenty of videos on them.
Applejacked
19 Dec 15#116
There are some packages where add-ons have been bundled. Google "The Beast kodi" or "The Black Box kodi"
avalon50
20 Dec 15#117
I side loaded kodi, then installed Andy's Build V7, and that suits me fine. I did try 'The Beast', but didn't care for the backgound much, as well as something else, but can't recall it now. I also tried 'The Black Box' which I used for a week or so, and now using 'Andy's Build V7'.
trojanh
4 Jan 16#118
Anyone know how I can get an Optical out for this so it works on my home theatre setup?
hana3164
5 Jan 16#119
Anyone know of any decent deals on the fire stick. Can't find anything lower then £35
SilverBlack
5 Jan 16#120
Im sure you can get USB-Optical out adaptors.
trojanh
5 Jan 16#121
Are you sure, I can't seem to find any? Planning on getting the Apple TV 3 which has the Opt out (£60), do you think this is a good move?
SilverBlack
5 Jan 16#122
You would be better getting the AFTV gen 1 as that has optical out.
trojanh
5 Jan 16#123
Why is the Apple TV so bad? I've found out about HDMI SWITCHERs with a Opt Out that would transfer audio over to all of my devices so I can get an Amazon Fire TV current gen. Apple TV is £30/£60 new and Amazon TV is £65 but I need mirroring feature as well so which is best and why?
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Opening post
Instant streaming - no waiting for content to buffer
Voice search via remote
Built-in WiFi
Technical specifications for AMAZON Fire TV 4K Smart Box
OVERVIEW
Type Smart TV box
Built-in hard drive 8 GB
Streaming quality - Ultra HD 4K 3840 x 2160
- Full HD 1080p
- HD 720p
FEATURES
Voice controls Yes - Voice Search
USB file playback - Video: H.263, H.264, MPEG4-SP, VC1
- Audio: AAC, AC-3, E-AC-3, HE-A, PCM, MP3
- Photo: JPG, PNG
SMART TV
Internet connection - Built-in AC WiFi (dual-band)
- Ethernet
Smart TV services - Includes access to Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, ITV Player and much more
- Music services including tunein, Spotify and Vevo
- Games including Minecraft, The Walking Dead and Carmageddon
Remote control Yes
CONNECTIVITY
Video connections HDMI x 1
Other connections USB 2.0 x 1
GENERAL
Box contents - Amazon Fire TV HD Smart TV Box
- Amazon Fire TV remote
- AC power cable
- Quick start guide
Colour Black
Dimensions 115 x 115 x 17.5 mm (H x W x D)
Weight 270 g
Also supports h.265
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Top comments
For the real Tech spec check http://www.amazon.co.uk/All-New-Amazon-Fire-TV-Ultra/dp/B00UH2O6T2 and yes it does support h.265!
I've got a Fire TV 4K from launch. Yes, at first there were problems, but they've all been pretty much fixed now with the last update. The only problem I have is that the voice search doesn't always notice I'm talking even though I'm pressing the button. It's rare, but does happen. Another side note, is that the voice search only works with the Amazon menu, and doesn't include "Echo" functions, like the USA version does. It's like they're using the USA as a beta test for it, and should be coming to the UK in the future, so I'm told by an Amazon rep.
Netflix does do 5.1 audio now, and the audio is louder than it used to be.
Side loading is easy when you know how. Kodi works fine, at least for the stuff I use it for. The use of a fast microSD comes in handy as well. The only problem though is that not all apps will work from the SD card, so you have to be a bit picky. That's because of the way the programmers have done things, not the Fire TV's fault. (The same would happen on a phone/tablet)
The only real thing missing is "All 4", but that's rumoured to be heading to the Fire TV, since it can be used with a Chromecast now.
I of course have iPlayer, ITV Hub, Channel 5, UKTV Play, TVCatchup, Netflix, etc installed. (STV as well, if you live outside of Scotland, you can just find a postcode for Scotland and enter that to make it work).
I use on the Fire TV 4K, installed from Amazon:
Total Commander File Manager, is what it says it is, it's easy to use with the remote, unlike ES File Explorer. It'll also allow copying/deleting/etc with the microSD card. Unlike other file explorers.
Moonlight Game Streaming for use with a PC that has modern Nvidia gfx cards for remote game play. (You can also sideload this if you want the newest version, but the one that Amazon offers up works well enough)
Allcast, to make it a little easier to cast photos etc.
Sideloaded stuff,
Firestarter to allow me to double click the home button, to go directly into Netflix, but it can be used to bring up a menu for launching your installed and sideloaded apps. It can be used to autolaunch apps as well from booting. (Will also allow you to install Kodi with ease)
Kodi of course
Ftp Server by The Olive Tree Well for FTP stuff, this thing actually works with the remote and is free unlike the FTP servers that Amazon will show you. This comes in really handy, when you want to put your Emulator game files in the right place straight away instead of just to the Fire TV storage, then copying to the microSD card, you can do it directly!
Wukong Remote and Wukong input plugin. You guessed it, it's so you can use your phone/tablet as a remote / mouse / gamepad / etc.
And then of course you can stick on your favourite emulators.
For an Android phone/tablet to use with the Fire TV, (There might be iOS versions or apps like the following, but I've no clue since I don't own such a device)
The other half of Allcast
Apps2Fire to side load apps from your device to the Fire TV. It makes life a lot easier than messing about with a PC.
Wukong remote for what I explained above.
And of course Amazon's own Fire TV remote app.
I hope that helps someone? All of the above should work on the older version of the Fire TV as well, but some might not work so well on the "stick" because they just don't have the processing power needed.
Oh and while I remember, press and hold the HOME button, and you'll get the settings area a lot quicker for the device! It saves you having to scroll all the way down to the bottom on the Amazon front menu.
I hope all that makes some sense? :sunglasses:
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For the real Tech spec check http://www.amazon.co.uk/All-New-Amazon-Fire-TV-Ultra/dp/B00UH2O6T2 and yes it does support h.265!
I've got a Fire TV 4K from launch. Yes, at first there were problems, but they've all been pretty much fixed now with the last update. The only problem I have is that the voice search doesn't always notice I'm talking even though I'm pressing the button. It's rare, but does happen. Another side note, is that the voice search only works with the Amazon menu, and doesn't include "Echo" functions, like the USA version does. It's like they're using the USA as a beta test for it, and should be coming to the UK in the future, so I'm told by an Amazon rep.
Netflix does do 5.1 audio now, and the audio is louder than it used to be.
Side loading is easy when you know how. Kodi works fine, at least for the stuff I use it for. The use of a fast microSD comes in handy as well. The only problem though is that not all apps will work from the SD card, so you have to be a bit picky. That's because of the way the programmers have done things, not the Fire TV's fault. (The same would happen on a phone/tablet)
The only real thing missing is "All 4", but that's rumoured to be heading to the Fire TV, since it can be used with a Chromecast now.
I of course have iPlayer, ITV Hub, Channel 5, UKTV Play, TVCatchup, Netflix, etc installed. (STV as well, if you live outside of Scotland, you can just find a postcode for Scotland and enter that to make it work).
I use on the Fire TV 4K, installed from Amazon:
Total Commander File Manager, is what it says it is, it's easy to use with the remote, unlike ES File Explorer. It'll also allow copying/deleting/etc with the microSD card. Unlike other file explorers.
Moonlight Game Streaming for use with a PC that has modern Nvidia gfx cards for remote game play. (You can also sideload this if you want the newest version, but the one that Amazon offers up works well enough)
Allcast, to make it a little easier to cast photos etc.
Sideloaded stuff,
Firestarter to allow me to double click the home button, to go directly into Netflix, but it can be used to bring up a menu for launching your installed and sideloaded apps. It can be used to autolaunch apps as well from booting. (Will also allow you to install Kodi with ease)
Kodi of course
Ftp Server by The Olive Tree Well for FTP stuff, this thing actually works with the remote and is free unlike the FTP servers that Amazon will show you. This comes in really handy, when you want to put your Emulator game files in the right place straight away instead of just to the Fire TV storage, then copying to the microSD card, you can do it directly!
Wukong Remote and Wukong input plugin. You guessed it, it's so you can use your phone/tablet as a remote / mouse / gamepad / etc.
And then of course you can stick on your favourite emulators.
For an Android phone/tablet to use with the Fire TV, (There might be iOS versions or apps like the following, but I've no clue since I don't own such a device)
The other half of Allcast
Apps2Fire to side load apps from your device to the Fire TV. It makes life a lot easier than messing about with a PC.
Wukong remote for what I explained above.
And of course Amazon's own Fire TV remote app.
I hope that helps someone? All of the above should work on the older version of the Fire TV as well, but some might not work so well on the "stick" because they just don't have the processing power needed.
Oh and while I remember, press and hold the HOME button, and you'll get the settings area a lot quicker for the device! It saves you having to scroll all the way down to the bottom on the Amazon front menu.
I hope all that makes some sense? :sunglasses:
I forget, what App u can use on this to allow these Amazon Fire TV Boxes to be sideloaded with Kodi, what is it please?. :-)
I'm not sure if the Fire TV Stick allows for it. The app came out the same day as the Fire TV 4K did. Try searching for it. If not, have a look at what I said about STV, it's basically the same thing but for Scotland. That might work instead?
I subscribe to Amazon Prime and, more often than not, they mess up overnight delivery. A quick call to them and they extend Prime by 30 days.
The new Top Gear is going to be on Amazon Prime and they are investing in a lot of other shows. There are loads of good films on as well, and there is always Kodi, look it up, although it is a bit fiddly to use and it needs a bit of effort in setting up and maintaining.
I would recommend it 100%
Thinking of ditching my htpc that is not 4k with this.
Seems they're working on it, but when is unknown.
Don't forget though, you'll only ever get 30fps out of the Fire TV 4K while playing 4K media. It's just the way it's been made.
Why? Just get a HDMI amp, problem solved! :stuck_out_tongue:
Hot deal.
http://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/problem/i-want-to-return-my-goods-what-are-my-rights If they don't look like budging, tell them you'd be happy enough with store credit. (That way they still get your cash)
You should have up to 30 days, not just 14 days you're not happy like their offer.
You still need the box etc, and packed away nicely, factory reset and your receipt of course.
If you get a jobworths, you can always push for a manager if you're in the mood. They'll tend to sort it out, just to get rid of you.
At most you'll have wasted 15mins trying to get your money back!
http://4k.com/news/amazon-fire-4k-tv-box-doesnt-support-hdr-or-hdmi-2-9836/
It is the best in the world at what it does.
Bit the bullet though and bought one for myself. Just hoping that a) Amazon don't put out a 'kodi killer' update, and b) this does not have the buffer issues of a pi or the older version.
Anyone else had trouble paying? My browser never made it to a confirmation screen, but I have had 2 confirmation emails.
Just at this price is there a big jump in specs and features?
Might get bout £40 for older one (though only had 2 months) so bout £25 for upgrade. Or no difference for Kodi.
No subscriptions required....all free !
It says it does right there in the Tech spec
Just get a HDMI to analogue converter, it will take the HDMI feed in and extract the audio to an optical output
Here we go, you will never have that issue again
Ebay listing 141803088794
http://www.amazon.co.uk/All-New-Amazon-Fire-TV-Ultra/dp/B00UH2O6T2 states
"...All-new Amazon Fire TV is built to support High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC)..."
I can't get Netflix in 4K working through my SHIELD box because of my HDMI limitation although I CAN output HDMI 30Hz. Is it hopeless after all? :disappointed:
This supports Netflix, Amazon Video, Spotify Connect, VLC (you can upload movies on to it and put on the sdcard or use a usb device), Kodi with all it has to offer, BT sport, Sky Go, BBC iPlayer, Plex, Youtube, Demand 5, Sky News, BBC News among others.
You can also install Firestarter as a launcher (without root) which removes all the Amazon crap.
It's not too shabby at all.
It does seem strange that the early 1080p models had optical out yet the newer model discards it.
Can I second that as well please. That is such useful information.
Very thankful for this....people actually took time to say thanks.
I'm thinking about getting one as well but I have a Tronsmart Rk3688 which is still quite new. Would the Fire TV be any faster? I only use Kodi and some TV apps for my box anyway.
Have some heat though, it's a great price.:neutral_face:
When I watched daredevil via fit tv and yamaha receiver I had voice coming out of all 3 front speakers instead of just centre speaker
Advised someone buying a new TV the other day not to get a smart TV, but to get a Fire stick, as they have Amazon Prime - in fact if I'd known, I'd have given them my Fire stick, and got the 4K for myself.
Hot deal!
I've read a lot of your posts, Dave, and I know you're a decent sort; hope everything's okay for you. God bless <3
Particularly also, if we can eventually obtain H265 content (which will be massive no doubt), will it be able to play it and it is possible to format the MicroSD as NTFS in this thing?
"The USB port allows Fire TV to play back media files from attached USB thumbdrives and other devices. I tested it briefly with the VLC player app and it worked well, although unlike the Nvidia Shield and Roku 4 , it wouldn't play back 4K files at 4K resolution, only 1080p. The same went for 4K files I had loaded on a microSD card: they only played back at 1080p on Fire TV. Amazon says 4K support of rolling out to more apps soon, however."
Source:- http://www.cnet.com/uk/products/amazon-fire-tv-2015/
However a few concerns/issues:
1. Didn't seem to like an NTFS formatted microSD or USB Pen Drive
2. Formatted a 16G Pen drive as FAT32 and copied some files over, it played these OK from Kodi, but of course there is the 4G file limit issue on FAT32. Any way to get around this?
3. Tried it with a 1Tb portable HDD and it just made clicking sounds, so don't think the 1.4Amp power supply has enough juice?
FAT32 is the best you'll get unless you "root" the device. Can split the files using WINRAR and Kodi knows how to play split files. Probably best to stream the files from a networked drive.
No external HDD works with the Amazon Fire 4K, best you can get is a USB3.0 128G pen drive
I assumed you wanted kodi and this cant be installed on the apple tv.