Key facts
- Amazon launched a new Fire TV Stick 4K with a slimmer design and faster processor.
- The new Fire TV Stick 4K boasts a redesigned remote with tactile buttons and a distinct home button.
- The device supports Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and HDR10+.
- The Fire TV Stick 4K is priced at $59.99 and will launch at a discounted price of $29.99.
- The redesigned remote will be sold separately for $14.99.
- Amazon plans to launch the Fire TV Remote Plus in early 2027 with a 'find my remote' feature.
Amazon has released a new version of its Fire TV Stick 4K, featuring a slimmer design, a faster processor, and a redesigned remote control. The company claims the new device is 20% to 40% faster than leading competitors.
The updated remote control is highlighted as a significant improvement, with tactile buttons, a distinct home button, and a more comfortable shape for use in dark rooms. It also includes a subtle microphone button for voice commands and a programmable favorites button.
The Fire TV Stick 4K itself has 8GB of internal storage, a 1.7 GHz quad-core processor, and supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3. It is compatible with HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, and various video formats, capable of outputting at up to 60 frames per second.
The new Fire TV Stick 4K is priced at $59.99, with a launch discount to $29.99. It is initially available in the U.S., Canada, Japan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Australia, and New Zealand. The redesigned remote will also be sold separately for $14.99, with shipping expected in late October.
Amazon also announced plans for a Fire TV Remote Plus in early 2027, which will include an aluminum housing, backlit buttons, and a "find my remote" feature. Additionally, the company is enhancing the Fire TV experience with Alexa+ for smarter content recommendations and a consolidated hub for cloud gaming services.