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Daily Record
27-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
'Brilliant' 4K HD TV that's 'effectively a Firestick' slashed from £280 to £170
"Love this TV. I can't believe how much spec and apps you get with it, especially for the price." Next week, the first generation of Amazon Fire TV Sticks will lose access to Netflix. These small devices are a relatively cheap way to access all your favourite streaming services, but this sudden change may push some users into finding a more secure alternative. One way to do this, though slightly more expensive, is to buy a smart TV. And depending on which one you buy, it may come with Fire TV built in, which will give shoppers access to their favourite TV shows and movies without the fear that popular apps will disappear when they are no longer compatible. For those looking for a bargain, Amazon currently has a cracking deal on the TCL 43-inch 4K Ultra HD TV. Normally retailing for the relatively cheap price of £279, savvy shoppers can now grab this quality TV for only £170.10 - saving over £100. As one of the tellies equipped with Fire TV, shoppers will be able access Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+ and so much more all on one TV. Additionally, the TV comes with Freely, which gives users access to their favourite Freeview channels without having to battle with an aerial to keep a strong connection. In terms of visuals, the TCL TV is equipped with 4K HDR as well as Dolby Vision, which uses cinema technology to transform the TV experience to deliver brighter brights, deeper darks and a wider range of colours. The audio is also boosted by Dolby Sound to complete the immersive experience. Additionally, if users want to be extra lazy, they are able to control the TV with their voice. Simply press the Alexa button on the remote and ask Alexa to open your latest binge watch. This means shoppers will be able to save time on mindlessly scrolling through all the apps to find something to watch. However, if shoppers are wanting to have a look around before making their purchase, Amazon has also dropped the price of the Hisense 43-Inch 4K QLED Smart TV. Normally retailing at £259, for a limited time only shoppers will be able to snap this TV for £220. For shoppers looking for a larger Smart TV, Argos is selling the Toshiba 65-inch Smart 4K HDR Freely TV for £359. However, this can be reduced down to £323.10 if shoppers add the code RED10 at checkout. It should be noted that shoppers will need to be quick to make their purchase though, as the discount ends on June 3. Back on Amazon, this TCL Fire TV currently has a 4.2 star rating, with many shoppers saying they were impressed by the quality and apps they received from the budget TV. One shopper happily praised: "This is a good television, it's easy to use and is good entertainment value. I would highly recommend this television." With another shopper writing: "Amazing quality television for the money. If you use a Firestick at all then this TV allows you to release it for another TV as it effectively is a Firestick in a TV. 10/10" However, a few shoppers noted some issues, as one person wrote: "I bought two of these TVs, one for me and one for my in-laws. My TV has worked without issue, but the other TV has issues in that the satellite stations keep disappearing and it requires a retune each time. "Amazon were very responsive and are sending out a replacement TV. Hopefully we will have better luck with that. Other than that the TV is great for the price. If I were to pick holes I would say the sound is weak." Another shopper followed on saying: "This isn't an expensive TV. The picture quality is ok. The sound is very tinny. The addition of a cheap sound bar improves it no end. I'm only installing this as a guest TV in the bedroom, isn't getting used on a daily basis." Despite this, another shopper was blown away by the TV, writing: "Love this TV. I can't believe how much spec and apps you get with this TV, especially for the price. I thought I'd have to buy a new indoor aerial for this TV but it works from your WiFi so no cable all over the place. "Loads of apps. An app for your phone to control from, also voice activated through the remote. Best TV bought to date. Brilliant. AI technology for colour and screen sizing . No lagging, very slim and looks great." A five-star reviewer also commented: "Giving this review after 1 week of using. Really great for the price. I had a doubt how the setup will work but its really smooth, connected to wifi easily, able to installed the apps and there you are.. all set! Picture quality is very good, sound is okay, loved it." Click HERE to buy the TCL 43-inch 4K Ultra HD TV. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. 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Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Netflix to stop working on two Amazon Fire TV Sticks in DAYS – check to see if you're affected before shutdown
Last year, the Netflix app vanished from dozens of Sony and Apple TV models that were also roughly a decade old NOT-FLIX Netflix to stop working on two Amazon Fire TV Sticks in DAYS – check to see if you're affected before shutdown Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NETFLIX will reportedly stop working on three Amazon Fire gadgets soon, as the devices age into retirement. From 3 June, two Fire Sticks and a Fire TV box will lose Netflix forever - so you better cancel that subscription, or upgrade your devices. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 First-generation Fire TV Stick Credit: Amazon 2 First-generation Fire TV box Credit: Amazon The shutdown affects the original Fire TV box, the first Fire TV Stick, and the Fire TV Stick with Alexa voice remote - Amazon's oldest Fire TV products. These first-generation gadgets are now all over a decade old, having first hit shelves in November 2014 (in the US). Brits, however, were able to get their hands on the devices in April 2015. If your OG Fire Stick is still alive and kicking, you should have received an email from Netflix warning of the change, according to PC World. Affected viewers have two choices: buy a newer Fire TV gadget (or a telly streaming rival like a Roku Stick or Google Streamer) and continue streaming Netflix just like before. Or, alternatively, viewers can wave goodbye to Netflix and cancel their subscription. The first-generation Fire TV devices will still have all the other apps, such as BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, All 4, Prime Video and Disney+ - for now. But other platforms may too decide to pull their services from ageing tech later down the line. Last year, the Netflix app vanished from dozens of Sony and Apple TV models that were also roughly a decade old. Amazon Fire Stick trick lets you find lost remote instantly using hidden 'ringer' The streaming giant hasn't said why exactly it's pulling support for older devices. However, it's likely down to newer video standards, which help deliver better picture quality to Netflix subscribers paying for Premium packages, a report from CordBusters noted. Amazon has also stopped supporting these first-generation Fire TV devices - meaning they no longer receive software or security updates. So not only are they a security risk, these older gadgets are struggling to keep up with modern streaming demands.
