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4k Fire TV stick - PLEASE READ OP BEFORE ASKING QUESTIONS

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  • #202
    TheDriver
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,575 ✭✭✭✭TheDriver


    kala85 wrote: »
    Will the rte player work on this

    You need last may version from apk and mouse toggle. Works grand if you know what you want to watch, not great for browsing.


  • #203
    Hoboo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,590 ✭✭✭Hoboo


    kala85 wrote: »
    Will the rte player work on this

    Does it work on anything?


  • #204
    dinneenp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,151 ✭✭✭dinneenp


    northknife wrote: »
    £29.99 on Amazon this morning.

    THANK YOU!


  • #205
    northknife
    Registered Users Posts: 464 ✭✭northknife


    I only checked on Amazon after I checked here first to see if there was anyone who had checked on Amazon and had posted lower price here :-D


  • #206
    fryup
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,067 ✭✭✭✭fryup


    does 4k take up a huge amount of bandwidth? isn't there current restrictions in place with people working from home??


  • #207
    Soarer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,922 ✭✭✭Soarer


    fryup wrote: »
    does 4k take up a huge amount of bandwidth?

    No.
    fryup wrote: »
    isn't there current restrictions in place with people working from home??

    Not that I've seen. Still able to watch in Dolby Vision and 4K HDR.


  • #208
    glic83
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,519 ✭✭✭glic83


    I see Curry's Irish site is still charging 59.99 no reduction in line with the co.uk site


  • #209
    Soarer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,922 ✭✭✭Soarer


    Why not just order from Amazon?


  • #210
    glic83
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,519 ✭✭✭glic83


    Soarer wrote: »
    Why not just order from Amazon?

    I'm good, but the buddy ordered one on Wednesday from Curry's , I've told him to return and order from Amazon, up to him if he does or not


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  • #211
    Cerco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,043 ✭✭✭Cerco


    fryup wrote: »
    does 4k take up a huge amount of bandwidth? isn't there current restrictions in place with people working from home??

    Bandwidth restrictions are controlled by source and network providers. The Firestick has the capacity to use increased bandwidth but will not control the restrictions if implemented.


  • #212
    Troy McClure
    Registered Users Posts: 309 ✭✭Troy McClure


    Folks can someone tell me how to get the BBC iplayer working ? I though I seen it on here somewhere but can't find it.


  • #213
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    Troy McClure wrote:
    Folks can someone tell me how to get the BBC iplayer working ? I though I seen it on here somewhere but can't find it.


    VPN or smart DNS is required as far as I remember


  • #214
    Cerco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,043 ✭✭✭Cerco


    Enter BBC in the search bar at the top of this thread and you will find the references to the BBC player. There have been varying degrees of success. As above vpn or smart dns.
    I had it on surfshark for one hour but, lost it and unable to retrieve it. So good luck!


  • #215
    jkbah
    Registered Users Posts: 157 ✭✭jkbah


    How are you guys ordering from Amazon. Tried to order there and wouldn't pay to ROI. It's for my mum. I have UK address I can send things to but she's in ROI


  • #216
    Jofspring
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭Jofspring


    jkbah wrote: »
    How are you guys ordering from Amazon. Tried to order there and wouldn't pay to ROI. It's for my mum. I have UK address I can send things to but she's in ROI


    Parcel Motel for delivery. Used revolut to pay.


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  • #217
    puddles22
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 557 ✭✭✭puddles22


    artvanderlay wrote: »
    Can anyone recommend apps for the Fire Stick? I have Netflix, and youtube, but agree with a poster there that said Amazon Prime video is not great, so don't have that one. Are there any other ones that are worth getting? Thanks.
    pm me and i'll tell you how to set them up for access to all the tv shows and movies for free


  • #218
    The Mulk
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,313 ✭✭✭The Mulk


    puddles22 wrote: »
    pm me and i'll tell you how to set them up for access to all the tv shows and movies for free

    I'll PM you to if you don't mind, something to keep me busy


  • #219
    raytaxi
    Registered Users Posts: 471 ✭✭raytaxi


    puddles22 wrote: »
    pm me and i'll tell you how to set them up for access to all the tv shows and movies for free

    Would it be ok to pm you about this ?


  • #220
    Kintarō Hattori
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,009 ✭✭✭✭Kintarō Hattori


    Folks, anyone having issues with this the last few days? YouTube isn't working for me, nor will it load my photos as a screensaver. Everything else works fine.

    Sorted, I think ExpressVPN was causing the issue.


  • #221
    joujoujou
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,802 ✭✭✭✭joujoujou
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    TheDriver wrote: »
    You need last may version from apk and mouse toggle. Works grand if you know what you want to watch, not great for browsing.
    Version 1.01 works OK without mouse toggle, browsing's fine as well. :)

    And no ads! :D


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  • #222
    mailburner
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,923 ✭✭✭✭mailburner


    Kintarō Hattori wrote: »
    Folks, anyone having issues with this the last few days? YouTube isn't working for me, nor will it load my photos as a screensaver. Everything else works fine.

    Sorted, I think ExpressVPN was causing the issue.

    that's interesting...torn between that and another vpn
    may have to avoid that one now


  • #223
    Poolboy19
    Registered Users Posts: 22 ✭Poolboy19


    Troy McClure wrote: »
    Folks can someone tell me how to get the BBC iplayer working ? I though I seen it on here somewhere but can't find it.

    Open Firefox browser after starting uk VPN, search for BBC iPlayer in Firefox, login and it should work. Has been for me a while, a bit of a pain compared to opening the iPlayer app but needs must..


  • #224
    The Ayatolla
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,108 ✭✭✭The Ayatolla


    It's 29.99 now on Amazon again. That £5 offer might still work too for some people?


  • #225
    Kintarō Hattori
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,009 ✭✭✭✭Kintarō Hattori


    mailburner wrote: »
    that's interesting...torn between that and another vpn
    may have to avoid that one now

    It does seem to cause one or two issues periodically but when you turn it off and back on, everything works as it should.


  • #226
    freebee23
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭freebee23


    puddles22 wrote: »
    pm me and i'll tell you how to set them up for access to all the tv shows and movies for free

    Hi puddles 22, would you mind if I sent you a pm about this. Cheers, freebee23


  • #227
    Troy McClure
    Registered Users Posts: 309 ✭✭Troy McClure


    Poolboy19 wrote: »
    Open Firefox browser after starting uk VPN, search for BBC iPlayer in Firefox, login and it should work. Has been for me a while, a bit of a pain compared to opening the iPlayer app but needs must..


    Are you plugging the firestick into your laptop to get it working on your TV?. Am afraid I need more info...


  • #228
    Jofspring
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭Jofspring


    Troy McClure wrote: »
    Are you plugging the firestick into your laptop to get it working on your TV?. Am afraid I need more info...

    Download Firefox on the Firestick from the app store and do it that way.

    I think if you switch your VPN to UK you can get BBC iPlayer from the Amazon app store anyway and just use it that way.


  • #229
    Zardoz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,878 ✭✭✭Zardoz


    I have a first generation Fire Stick with Fire Starter installed which I rarely used and havent used in years as I didn't like the interface or performance.
    Would the 4k Fire Stick be a big improvement on that ?


  • #230
    puddles22
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 557 ✭✭✭puddles22


    Zardoz wrote: »
    I have a first generation Fire Stick with Fire Starter installed which I rarely used and havent used in years as I didn't like the interface or performance.
    Would the 4k Fire Stick be a big improvement on that ?
    night and day difference in terms of performance


  • #231
    dinneenp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,151 ✭✭✭dinneenp


    Getting mine via Parcel Motel today.
    I'll go through this & other threads but anyone have a summary of getting started besides the obvious please?
    I've never used VPN, any advice on that as well please?

    Thanks in advance,
    Pa.


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  • #232
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    dinneenp wrote: »
    Getting mine via Parcel Motel today.
    I'll go through this & other threads but anyone have a summary of getting started besides the obvious please?
    I've never used VPN, any advice on that as well please?

    Thanks in advance,
    Pa.




    What are you looking to use the firestick for?


    VPN or Smart DNS are only required for iplayer & such. They are not required for prime video UK.


  • #233
    dinneenp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,151 ✭✭✭dinneenp


    Sleeper12 wrote: »
    What are you looking to use the firestick for?


    VPN or Smart DNS are only required for iplayer & such. They are not required for prime video UK.

    Plan to use it for watching Disney+, sports (when back), Netflix, films etc.
    The only reason I mentioned VPN was someone mentioned recently that you can then use BBC iplayer and similar. Presuming that allows you to watch/catchup on shows that have already been on sounds good.

    I'm with Eir (mobile & broadband) so have the free Amazon Prime for a year. Can I watch through the Firestick or still need to cast via my phone?


  • #234
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    dinneenp wrote:
    I'm with Eir (mobile & broadband) so have the free Amazon Prime for a year. Can I watch through the Firestick or still need to cast via my phone?


    You should be able to use Firestick. It has the prime video app so Irish or UK prime video will work.

    Getflix DNS is probably the best & cheapest option for iplayer


  • #235
    Soarer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,922 ✭✭✭Soarer


    dinneenp wrote: »
    Plan to use it for watching Disney+, sports (when back), Netflix, films etc.
    The only reason I mentioned VPN was someone mentioned recently that you can then use BBC iplayer and similar. Presuming that allows you to watch/catchup on shows that have already been on sounds good.

    I'm with Eir (mobile & broadband) so have the free Amazon Prime for a year. Can I watch through the Firestick or still need to cast via my phone?

    Youdon't need a VPN for any of that. Just download the relevant apps, login as normal, and away you go.

    VPN will be required for BBC iPlayer.

    Prime through Eir might be a problem. Don't know if you can get the UK version of Prime through Eir.


  • #236
    urranger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 136 ✭✭urranger


    Hi. Just bought one of these.
    Do the apps come pre loaded on the stick or do I have to install them?
    Specifically, Netflix Spotify youtube etc


  • #237
    stwome01
    Registered Users Posts: 113 ✭✭stwome01


    Just got one of these. It works great. However I have a number of months of nowtv passes. Has anyone been able to use nowtv with the firestick?


  • #238
    bladespin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,367 ✭✭✭bladespin


    urranger wrote: »
    Hi. Just bought one of these.
    Do the apps come pre loaded on the stick or do I have to install them?
    Specifically, Netflix Spotify youtube etc

    Most are preloaded, just log in.
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  • #239
    Breaston Plants
    Registered Users Posts: 744 ✭✭✭Breaston Plants


    Would anyone who has got this recomend the device to be hardwired to the router or does it work well without having to do that?
    Thanks


  • #240
    joujoujou
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,802 ✭✭✭✭joujoujou
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    It's highly recommended that only portable equipment (like laptops, phones, tablets) should be using wi-fi. All the rest wired. So, in brief, yes.


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  • #241
    Breaston Plants
    Registered Users Posts: 744 ✭✭✭Breaston Plants


    And could anyone recommend a lead to hardwire this device?
    Thanks


  • #242
    Soarer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,922 ✭✭✭Soarer


    You'd have to buy an ethernet adaptor like this one.
    Adds 50% on to the total.


  • #243
    Cerco
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    Breaston Plants wrote: »
    Would anyone who has got this recomend the device to be hardwired to the router or does it work well without having to do that?
    Thanks

    It works fine on WiFi.


  • #244
    Zardoz
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    Soarer wrote: »
    You'd have to buy an ethernet adaptor like this one.
    Adds 50% on to the total.

    Those adapters are a ridiculous price.

    Its a big flaw not having an ethernet port or an extra usb port on the stick.

    I've had issues in a few rooms in the house where the wifi is poor .


  • #245
    joujoujou
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    Soarer wrote: »
    You'd have to buy an ethernet adaptor like this one.
    [...]

    Expected in stock by 18th of April. :)

    I bought unbranded one off ebay, works 100%.

    https://www.ebay.ie/itm/362787713148


  • #246
    Cerco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,043 ✭✭✭Cerco


    Have you tried repositioning your router?
    You can buy a WiFi range extender for much less.P and gives greater flexibilty.


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  • #247
    Riesen_Meal
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,580 ✭✭✭✭Riesen_Meal


    Cerco wrote: »
    It works fine on WiFi.

    Mine works perfectly fine on WiFi also, mind you I'm only streaming 1080p on it in another room...


  • #248
    Cerco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,043 ✭✭✭Cerco


    joujoujou wrote: »
    Expected in stock by 18th of April. :)

    I bought unbranded one off ebay, works 100%.

    https://www.ebay.ie/itm/362787713148

    That’s a good find joujou.


  • #249
    kenyard
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 943 ✭✭✭kenyard


    The Ethernet card on it only supports 100mb so it's not 4k suitable afaik.
    It's why it doesn't have a port by default. Loads of people complaining that they don't get 4k and the root cause is they're using lan for "faster" connections when in fact it's slower.
    If you have bad wifi in areas of the house buy a WiFi range extender or booster for the few quid extra and all your devices will work on it.
    I picked up an extender 10 years ago for 15 quid and welll worth it (although it hasn't been used in 2 years now since the new broadband router covers the entire house)
    I would look for speeds of 300mb/s nowadays to support 4k or a few devices.


  • #250
    joeyoey
    Registered Users Posts: 63 ✭✭joeyoey


    joujoujou wrote: »
    Expected in stock by 18th of April. :)

    I bought unbranded one off ebay, works 100%.

    https://www.ebay.ie/itm/362787713148

    It says in the notes that it's not compatible with the 4k
    Please note: not compatible with first Gen sticks, Firestick 4K or Roku devices
    Just want to double check before I buy, thanks


  • #251
    Soarer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,922 ✭✭✭Soarer


    kenyard wrote: »
    The Ethernet card on it only supports 100mb so it's not 4k suitable afaik.
    It's why it doesn't have a port by default. Loads of people complaining that they don't get 4k and the root cause is they're using lan for "faster" connections when in fact it's slower.
    If you have bad wifi in areas of the house buy a WiFi range extender or booster for the few quid extra and all your devices will work on it.
    I picked up an extender 10 years ago for 15 quid and welll worth it (although it hasn't been used in 2 years now since the new broadband router covers the entire house)
    I would look for speeds of 300mb/s nowadays to support 4k or a few devices.

    Can someone point me in the direction of an extender/booster that can do both a 2.4 & 5GHz network at the same time?
    My Sky router does both, and have devices that run on each.


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