Three years ago, Janet and I posted a dual review of two of Roku’s latest video streaming devices at that time, and we’ve been using those devices ever since. Over the years, I’ve used similar devices like the Apple TV (original model), Boxee Box, Popcorn Hour and WDTV.

Does the world need another streaming box? Amazon Fire TV argues “yes” and says speed, voice search that actually works, and proper gaming set it apart from the Apple TV, Roku 3, and Google Chromecast.

"AMAZON PRIME SUBSCRIBERS ARE THE PERFECT CUSTOMERS" Your level of interest for the Amazon Fire will vary greatly depending where you are coming from. I hope that the information above has helped you get a sense of how it is to use the Amazon Fire TV in the real world.

It's hard to believe such great sound and video can come from a device not much larger than a standard-sized USB flash drive. But the Amazon Fire TV Stick delivers both and via wireless connection, too.

You really can't go wrong with the Amazon Fire TV Stick. It fuses together ease of use with all the essential content in a package that gives you a big bang for your buck.

Quick at accessing content; Great contextual text and voice search using Alexa; Good picture quality; Excellent app integration and availability; Doesn't require an Amazon Echo to work;

Few TV USBs will power it so you need to use the adapter; Many smart TVs offer access to all these apps and services anyway (minus the Alexa voice control);

The value of Amazon's 4K device can’t be questioned compared to its rivals, making this a great access point to streaming services beyond just Amazon's own Prime portal, including Netflix and more. Many shows are now in 4K HDR, too, so a compatible TV set will bring that content to life with greater resolution and pop than ever before.

Ideal hub for 4K HDR content - including Amazon Prime / Netflix / more; Simple plug-in design; Supports Dolby Vision / HDR / HDR10+ / Dolby Atmos;

Ocassional connection issues require a reset; Fat design can clash with other HDMI ports;

Solid HD streaming performance for the money; Makes Amazon Prime content easy to find; Voice commands are useful for media playback and smart home control; Solid HD streaming performance for the money; Makes Amazon Prime content easy to find; Voice commands are useful for media playback and smart home control;

Overwhelming, unorganized interface with too many upsells; No HBO Max or Peacock support; No options for private headphone listening; Remote lacks TV and power controls; Overwhelming, unorganized interface with too many upsells; No HBO Max or Peacock support;

More powerful and with a new remote control, this latest TV Stick is still a great-value way to make any TV smart.

HDR & Dolby Atmos; Remote with TV controls; Good selection of apps;

Not much cheaper than 4K Stick; Too much Amazon self-promotion;