In this episode, I go over everything there is to know about the new Fire TV Stick 2 that was just announced, including specs and performance compared to all existing Fire TV models. I then show of the new Fire TV interface leaks and talk about all new streaming media devices like the new Chromecast Ultra and Roku lineup. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer questions from the audience.
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Hosted by Elias Saba from AFTVnews.com
Recorded September 30th 2016
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ALL-NEW FIRE TV STICK 2 ON AMAZON
Amazon introduces all-new quad-core Fire TV Stick 2 w/ Voice Remote for $39.99
Amazon Fire TV Stick 2 includes the same voice remote as before
Amazon Fire TV Stick 2 is notably bigger than the previous generation
How to connect a USB Keyboard or Mouse to a rooted Fire TV Stick with an OTG Cable
How to connect wired internet to a rooted Fire TV Stick using a USB Ethernet Adapter
Benchmark comparison of Fire TV Stick 2 to all other Fire TV models
Amazon Fire TV Stick 2 can play many top games not available on the previous model
48 POPULAR GAMES THAT NOW WORK WITH THE FIRE TV STICK 2
New Fire TV Stick 2 comes with $10 Amazon Video credit and other freebies
Fire TV Stick 2 expected to ship with new software version 5.2.2.0
Amazon to release new refreshed Fire TV interface
First look at new Amazon Fire TV user interface
New Fire TV UI coming to all existing devices — includes customizable apps list on home screen
Evidence of Alexa coming to UK and German Fire TVs
The CW makes all of their shows available for free with new Amazon Fire TV app
App Deal: Doom & Destiny down from $2.99 to $0.99
Get $5 Amazon Credit for reloading your gift card balance with $100
CHECK IF YOU QUAlIFY FOR FREE $5 AMAZON CREDIT
Plex Cloud lets you run a virtual Plex Server using Amazon’s unlimited Cloud Drive
Google’s 4K capable Chromecast Ultra to cost $69
First image of Google’s new 4K capable Chromecast Ultra
Xiaomi Mi Box shows up on Walmart shelves for $69 prior to official release
Roku introduces 5 new streaming boxes starting at $29.99
Amazon Fire TV & Fire TV Stick Software Update History
How to connect a USB Keyboard or Mouse to a rooted Fire TV Stick with an OTG Cable
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