Should You Upgrade Your Amazon Fire TV Device?

If you're rocking an older Amazon Fire TV device, you might be wondering if it's time for an upgrade. A recent AFTV News article by Elias Saba breaks down which of the current models are worth considering, depending on your existing device. (Note: This applies to plug-in Fire TV devices, not TVs with Fire TV built-in).

Saba's detailed guide compares each older model to the latest offerings, including the Fire TV Stick Lite, Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV Stick 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube. You'll find a handy chart that tells you whether an upgrade makes sense, and how much of an improvement you can expect.

Here's a quick summary of the key takeaways:

• Older models (1st and 2nd gen Fire TV Stick, 1st gen Fire TV): Upgrade to any current model for a big performance boost.
• 3rd gen Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick Lite: Consider the Fire TV Stick 4K for 4K video, or the Fire TV Stick 4K Max/Fire TV Cube for even better performance and storage.
• 1st gen Fire TV Stick 4K: The Fire TV Stick 4K Max or Fire TV Cube offer noticeable improvements.
• 2nd gen Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV Stick 4K Max: The Fire TV Cube is the only major upgrade.
• 2nd and 3rd gen Fire TV: Upgrade to the Fire TV Stick 4K Max or Fire TV Cube for better performance and more features.
• 1st and 2nd gen Fire TV Cube: Consider upgrading to the latest Fire TV Cube for a significant boost.
• 3rd gen Fire TV Cube: You're already at the top! No need to upgrade unless you absolutely must have Fire OS 8.

The best choice for you will depend on your needs and budget. For the full details and to find the perfect upgrade for your setup, head over to the AFTV News article. My Streaming Life rarely uses Fire TV devices, but if yours does, the article is very much worth the read!