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

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  • #152
    dinneenp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,151 ✭✭✭dinneenp


    Hi,
    What's the best price atm for the Firestick?
    4k HD is £29.99 on Amazon.co.uk & £39.99 for the standard.
    Is is worth the extra for the 4k HD & is that dependent on your tv?
    Thanks,
    Pa.


  • #153
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    dinneenp wrote: »
    Hi,
    What's the best price atm for the Firestick?
    4k HD is £29.99 on Amazon.co.uk & £39.99 for the standard.
    Is is worth the extra for the 4k HD & is that dependent on your tv?
    Thanks,
    Pa.




    Yes 4K one is worth the extra even if you don't have a 4K tv. It is faster, smoother & will be supported longer than the older non 4K


  • #154
    dinneenp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,151 ✭✭✭dinneenp


    dinneenp wrote: »
    Hi,
    What's the best price atm for the Firestick?
    4k HD is £29.99 on Amazon.co.uk & £39.99 for the standard.
    Is is worth the extra for the 4k HD & is that dependent on your tv?
    Thanks,
    Pa.

    Sorry, that should have been £49.99 for the HD version.
    Does this price drop often or are there any discount codes or elsewhere that I can buy it from cheaper please?


  • #155
    Jofspring
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭Jofspring


    dinneenp wrote: »
    Sorry, that should have been £49.99 for the HD version.
    Does this price drop often or are there any discount codes or elsewhere that I can buy it from cheaper please?

    In the last month it has dropped twice. The second time there was an extra discount that gave another £5 off also.


  • #156
    iggy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,003 ✭✭✭iggy


    Firestick is stuck on firetv logo.
    Anyone any ideas how to fix it?
    Unplugged it, tried a different power lead, tried it without the hdmi extension.


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  • #157
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    iggy wrote: »
    Firestick is stuck on firetv logo.
    Anyone any ideas how to fix it?
    Unplugged it, tried a different power lead, tried it without the hdmi extension.


    Other common solutions:
    • Temporarily disconnect the Fire TV device from the power cord or adapter.
    • Use the power cord or adapter included with your device to plug the Fire TV device. This ensures Fire TV has access to enough power.
    • Let the device sit for 25 min (turned on) or until the screen changes.
    • If possible try with and without an HDMI adapter or extender.
    • Make sure that you're using a high-speed HDMI cable.
    • Try using a different HDMI port.
    • For HDMI hubs, try plugging the Fire TV device directly into the TV.
    • Confirm that your TV is HDCP-compliant. Review the video-cable section of the TV owner's manual.
    • If possible try using a different TV.
    If the issue persists, reset your Fire TV device to factory settings.
    For more help, try our Amazon Fire TV forum.


  • #158
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    Reset Fire TV Device to Factory Settings

    A factory reset of your device removes all downloaded content including in-app purchases.
    Important: All account information and downloaded content is deleted during a factory reset.

    To factory reset your Fire TV device using your remote:

    If needed, safely eject expandable storage.
    Press and hold Back and right side of the navigation circle together for 10 seconds.
    On the TV screen, choose to continue or cancel the factory reset. If you don't choose, the device resets automatically after several more seconds.


  • #159
    brightkane
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,716 ✭✭✭brightkane


    iggy wrote: »
    Firestick is stuck on firetv logo.
    Anyone any ideas how to fix it?
    Unplugged it, tried a different power lead, tried it without the hdmi extension.

    Make sure it's not using the tv usb for power


  • #160
    Irishphotodesk
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,896 ✭✭✭Irishphotodesk


    dinneenp wrote: »
    Hi,
    What's the best price atm for the Firestick?
    4k HD is £29.99 on Amazon.co.uk & £39.99 for the standard.
    Is is worth the extra for the 4k HD & is that dependent on your tv?
    Thanks,
    Pa.

    I paid €60 and got it in Currys.... No messing about with postage etc ... Bought and working the same day.... Purchased specifically for Disney+


  • #161
    Cerco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,043 ✭✭✭Cerco


    Irishphotodesk wrote: »
    I paid €60 and got it in Currys.... No messing about with postage etc ... Bought and working the same day.... Purchased specifically for Disney+

    Not a bargain in my opinion. You would have got the 4K version for less.


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  • #162
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    Cerco wrote: »
    Not a bargain in my opinion. You would have got the 4K version for less.


    That would have been the 4K version. He wanted it quickly & \Amazon are full price right now 49.99 Sterling plus 4 euro parcel motel. He got it same day from Currys & saved money. I've gotten firesticks for 25 or 30 but you have to buy at the right time.


  • #163
    Soarer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,922 ✭✭✭Soarer


    iggy wrote: »
    Firestick is stuck on firetv logo.
    Anyone any ideas how to fix it?
    Unplugged it, tried a different power lead, tried it without the hdmi extension.

    Mine did that too.

    As long as it's less than 12 months old, get onto Amazon customer care via chat, and they'll send out a replacement.
    Irishphotodesk wrote: »
    I paid €60 and got it in Currys.... No messing about with postage etc ... Bought and working the same day.... Purchased specifically for Disney+

    Curry's are closed now afaik, so you'll have to get it delivered from them too.


  • #164
    Saint_Mel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,598 ✭✭✭Saint_Mel


    brightkane wrote: »
    Make sure it's not using the tv usb for power

    Mine was working fine like that for months but recently started rebooting itself.
    Plugging into the mains for power looks to have fixed it


  • #165
    brightkane
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,716 ✭✭✭brightkane


    Saint_Mel wrote: »
    Mine was working fine like that for months but recently started rebooting itself.
    Plugging into the mains for power looks to have fixed it

    Yeah same as that so thought I would mention it


  • #166
    blastman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,451 ✭✭✭blastman


    Sleeper12 wrote: »
    That would have been the 4K version. He wanted it quickly & \Amazon are full price right now 49.99 Sterling plus 4 euro parcel motel. He got it same day from Currys & saved money. I've gotten firesticks for 25 or 30 but you have to buy at the right time.

    He didn't save money, but I take your point regarding speed and buying at the right time.


  • #167
    Cerco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,043 ✭✭✭Cerco


    Sleeper12 wrote: »
    That would have been the 4K version. He wanted it quickly & \Amazon are full price right now 49.99 Sterling plus 4 euro parcel motel. He got it same day from Currys & saved money. I've gotten firesticks for 25 or 30 but you have to buy at the right time.

    I thought it was the older version so not too bad at all.


  • #168
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    Cerco wrote: »
    It is not stated to be the 4K version. My understanding is that the 4 K version was/is not available to purchase here. If it was 4K then well in good but I would be doubtful as the Currys site appears to show the older version.

    Regular older version 49 euro

    4k version curry's Ireland 59 euro & could have been picked up that day
    4k version amazon UK 49 sterling plus 4 euro parcel motel with a 3 to 5 day wait.

    https://www.currys.ie/ieen/tv-and-home-entertainment/digital-and-smart-tv/set-top-boxes/amazon-fire-tv-stick-4k-with-alexa-voice-remote-10188019-pdt.html


  • #169
    Atlas_IRL
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,857 ✭✭✭Atlas_IRL


    Are these better than the old chinese android boxes?


  • #170
    matzen
    Registered Users Posts: 290 ✭✭matzen


    Atlas_IRL wrote: »
    Are these better than the old chinese android boxes?
    Much better


  • #171
    Captcha
    Registered Users Posts: 336 ✭✭Captcha


    I got mine yesterday and within 30 minutes have all the content from all those flix type services and pretty much live tv from many countries across the world. Slick enough interface, fast and great wifi connection so far.


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  • #172
    Cerco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,043 ✭✭✭Cerco


    Atlas_IRL wrote: »
    Are these better than the old chinese android boxes?

    There is no comparison. FS much faster, more reliable and easier to use.


  • #173
    dodzy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,070 ✭✭✭✭dodzy


    Atlas_IRL wrote: »
    Are these better than the old chinese android boxes?
    I've nvidia shield and firestick. Seriously, the stick is a superb piece of kit and holds it own very well against the shield for what the vast majority of whatvfolk would use it for. Just so slick and the remote is a joy to use. One of the best sub €50 pieces of kit you can get. Android boxes, while once were the be all and end all not too long ago, simply don't cut it anymore.


  • #174
    Danmj
    Registered Users Posts: 23 ✭Danmj


    Is there anyway of getting prime video to work on these 4k fire sticks


  • #175
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    Danmj wrote:
    Is there anyway of getting prime video to work on these 4k fire sticks


    They come with the prime video app installed


  • #176
    Jofspring
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭Jofspring


    Danmj wrote: »
    Is there anyway of getting prime video to work on these 4k fire sticks

    You need to get Amazon to switch your account to a UK one for it to work. It's ridiculous but it's what you have to do.


  • #177
    dodzy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,070 ✭✭✭✭dodzy


    Jofspring wrote: »
    You need to get Amazon to switch your account to a UK one for it to work. It's ridiculous but it's what you have to do.

    One phone call. 2 minutes and you're done.


  • #178
    Sleeper12
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,155 ✭✭✭✭Sleeper12


    Jofspring wrote:
    You need to get Amazon to switch your account to a UK one for it to work. It's ridiculous but it's what you have to do.


    Only for UK content. For Irish prime video there is no need to contact Amazon


  • #179
    Jofspring
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭Jofspring


    Sleeper12 wrote: »
    Only for UK content. For Irish prime video there is no need to contact Amazon

    Doesn't seem to be the case. My father has Amazon prime Irish account and can't watch anything on the Firestick. I have a UK one and it works no problem.

    He can watch on Xbox, TV, phone etc.. just not Firestick.

    You don't need to call to do it either, can be done on live chat with Amazon.


  • #180
    margo321
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 185 ✭✭margo321


    Does anyone know if the Disney plus app can be downloaded on this. Thanks


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  • #181
    Jofspring
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,096 ✭✭✭Jofspring


    margo321 wrote: »
    Does anyone know if the Disney plus app can be downloaded on this. Thanks

    Ya it's there.


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