TURN A FIRESTICK INTO AN ABSOLUTE BEAST (2022)

[@FreeTech]

USB Hub not working? Here's a video of how to fix it - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWSndp6tl9WWd5I 👉Follow On Twitter - twitter.com/Free__Tech

[@dazzle565]

100% agree buddy. Some cheap android boxes are dog shit.

[@dennissimmonds1354]

Take no notice. Keep em coming

[@gregevigan]

This is a great video. Found it really useful.

[@AraceaeFanatics]

Your the best friend! Thanks for sharing. I have had this setup since before the 4K Firestick became available, works great.

[@brunosoares7544]

Hi sorry but will you be showing us how to use the OTG with firetv and downloading apps straight to the external hard drive or flash drive with OTG

[@joegonzalez5294]

Of all the Firestick tutorial vloggers I've watched on KZbin, this guy by far is my favorite

[@FreeTech]

Thank you Joe 😃🍻

[@bbasmdc]

Can I just thank you for the format where you list exactly what you're going to show us how to do BEFORE you dive into how to do it. So few KZbinrs understand how valuable that is in the teaching process. It's a very professional and structured approach. Great video - thank you! Subscribed!

[@FreeTech]

Thank you for that, much appreciated 🍻

[@RikiB004]

I was always told. Tell em what you're gonna tell em (preface) Tell em Tell em what you told em (summarise)

[@MrCrazymarcus]

Thinking off getting one is the vpn blocker neeeded so don’t get caught lol is people saying about password for it ? Just want make sure don’t get scammed if by one

[@simoncashmore6117]

I have an android box and a few firesticks. From experience I would pick the firestick everytime. Keep up the great work you do free tech. Without your videos I would not be able to use my firestick to it's full potential and more. Cheers buddy.

[@dtechvinnie]

Buzz box blows away any firestick

[@ats77]

Your setup (ugeen and otg) SOLVED/ FIXED my fire 4k alltime booting thanks again!! You ARE NR.1.!!!! God bless you and family and stay strong. Love your openness and laugh!! Greets from Hungary!!!

[@jamesloar6989]

I still think this a great idea, but I want him to be a narrator of something/ anything. His laugh is freaking contagious and makes me laugh

[@kunledawodu9088]

Hi there can the remote ADB shell work with the FireStick 2020 lite or just the 4K FireStick, it keeps saying app not installed. Please advise. Thanks.

[@FenderStrat19711]

It’s actually not a bad idea. Adding the hardwired ethernet connection boosts the speed incredibly and adding additional space gives you more options. I particularly like the idea of the hardwired ethernet. When I work on my laptop computer I always connect the ethernet cable directly because I like fast equipment.

[@andycarter8311]

Lovely video but as I am a little thick, could I check where the power supply to the Firestick comes from, does the female USB B connect to firestick power supply plug and cable. and the male to the firestick itself? Just thought I'd confirm with myself. Thank you and keep up the good work!

[@tmangler]

Hi, thanks for a great video, bought the kit you recommended, but having an issue with the setup? Firestick not recognising the hardwired ethernet connection?? What did I do wrong ??

[@ncking006]

Same here smh

[@ianthomas3474]

Same will not accept wired connection.

[@aelfward]

Followed along and had no problems setting external drive. My question is can the Firestick w/external gear be moved to another tv within your network without problems? What about another tv away from network, ex. On vacation?

[@reveredltd7573]

This was tremendous and infectious viewing. All the info required and no waffling BS. Thank you for taking the time to create these features.

[@bitTorrenter]

He bellows, not sure why.

[@stevenhodgson834]

Nice video fella - very clear. I've got a similar setup on my Firestick and it really makes a difference. Am lucky that the router is just next to the telly that I plug the Firestick into, so was able to go wired ethernet. And you're right that a proper keyboard - even on a small remote - makes a load of difference!

[@andyhartwell540]

I don't even have a firestick but I watched this video through just so I could hear you say "Ding Dangly Doo" :-)

[@bryanCLXT]

Bruhh dingdangliidoo

[@bunsen7795]

I have 1gb full fibre, my TV is next to my router, do you recommend Wi-Fi 6 or hard wired for the firestick ? I know it’s slower speed wired but what’s best, the speed or stability of hard wired ? Interested to hear your opinion , many thanks

[@SchnappyShannon]

I just ordered all of my stuff to turn my firestick into a beast! Thanks so much! I'm very excited!

[@lyricalprophet100]

Any updates??

[@mohamadhizam5350]

Hi, can we use this set up to any other stick device ? Eg. mi stick ?

[@Neil-Hanson67]

You should buy the cables/dongles and sell them as a package, i would buy one off you and give pay a little more for them,It takes the hassle out of buying them separately.

[@jeromelawson7782]

Dropship

[@Rocket57ca]

I notice some people are having trouble with the ethernet portion of the installation. I had some initial problems as well and went through resetting the router etc. Nothing worked until in exasperation I remembered I was plugging into a switch for the ethernet which I keep in my media room for all the electronics that needs updating via 'net etc. I unplugged the ethernet cord coming from the switch and plugged the main and rather long internet cord from my computer room directly in. It worked immediately. Then I tried using the cord from the switch instead (basically reverting to inital state of affairs) and THAT worked too. Perhaps the switch just needed a bit of a nudge to recognize the device..not sure but I know some of you will know why. I'm just glad it all works for me now including that cool remote. Hope that helps someone...I know how it can be when you've tried everything and still no luck. Great video!

[@mythought1763]

At first I didn't catch the humor, but you had great content. Now, I love both. LMAO. Keep up the great work. Cheers bro !!!!

[@fieldtrailer]

If I plug the firestick 4k into a soundbar with Dolby Atmos (Bose 900), will that allow the soundbar to output in Atmos and then send 1080 vid to tv via hdmi ( hdmi out on the soundbar)? Older plasma tv that doesn't have an output for Atmos.

[@davidtron5740]

Will this work on second gen firestick

[@stevemahoney5209]

Do I need to use the cd driver it comes with to set it up 🤔

[@martinducker6814]

I could watch this bloke all day fooking hilarious and also helpful.

[@jefferywilliams8479]

WTF is a bloke?

[@paulodonnell935]

Jeffery Williams A brickie from Barnsley ya tool

[@jefferywilliams8479]

@@paulodonnell935 No idea what the fuck you just said;outside of 'A' and 'ya tool' which nobody really says anymore but at least I know what you mean... All that said now I don't know what the fuck the poster said; unless I Google it but the 'word' is so fucking bizarre that I have no desire; and you with 'brickie from barnsley'; I am not sure which is worse to be honest. both sound fucking strange and both are now underlined for misspelling AND for grammar. OMFG..

[@hiddenattack2490]

Just what I needed! is there an adaptor for HMDI to prevent the need to plug straight into tv? I have a 3M HDMI ran from TV to a cupboard, I'd like to use that, also dont want to run Ethernet cable to the tv. Female to Female?

[@8ballali]

Thanks for making it easy to understand. I'll be doing that.

[@PalaWootje]

How do you get 300mbps on a Tp-link power line adapter? I thought they can only reach up to 40-60mbps

[@kevinlynch2439]

Need help!!! bought the items shown in the link. But can't get ethernet cable to show as connected. What am I doing wrong??

[@ianthomas3474]

Same for me

[@kevinlynch2439]

@@ianthomas3474 do you have a gen 1 or 2?. I bought a new ( but old) 2 & it works.

[@Smedley61]

Do I need the power supply for the Ugreen hub? Thanks.

[@ginginthing]

Had to go to the UK to find help from this young lady on how to get and use ES files at "A BRIEF OVERVIEW | INSTALL & USE ES FILE EXPLORER | AMAZON FIRESTICK | 2020". This method worked perfectly the first time. But if it wasn't for your video, I don't know if I would have ever heard of ES file and how to watch movies I've recorded on the firestick. I have an older tv with no USB ports. I was using a Raspberry Pi for a couple of years when I was using Kodi, but it constantly had very complex problems, and now with the firestick, I don't need Kodi and this is so much easier and less complex.

[@michaelweiss6163]

Great video. However when I go to network I do not see the choice for wired connection. And also how do you pair the wechip. I am using everything you have suggested including the U green hub the OTG cable and the wechip with dongle remote.

[@dennissimmonds1354]

Useful tutorial. Thank you. Good giggle at the end too. Keep the bloopers coming

[@FreeTech]

I can't put all the bloopers in because I would get banned 😂

[@robbwaller]

Will the AuviPal wireless keyboard work with this setup? Thanks

[@jonhindzie8589]

Hi, thanks for a great video, bought the kit you recommended, but having an issue with the setup? Firestick not recognising the hardwired ethernet connection.have fire stick version 2.

[@iflarnted]

Same with me.

[@theburnerking]

Same here with 4k version. Ethernet not working at all. Back to Amazon it goes. Very dissapointing.

[@theburnerking]

For anyone else looking through the comments, I just got mine to work by pulling out the USB connection that goes into the OTG, ever so slightly. Seems to be a fault when it's plugged all the way in. Absolute crap design flaw.

[@thaum8133]

If I don't need or want ethernet, will just any USB hub work? I want to do this as cheap as possible, The ethernet port adds to the cost. And there are many cheaper USB hubs with ethernet also. What made you pick this more expensive option? Thanks.

[@terryturner4108]

Top man added these to my 4k firestick today , before I struggled to watch things in 720p , I've now just watched a film in 4k no probs 👍

[@jameswatsonatheistgamer]

I have never had any issues watching 4k film's

[@ashriosuk]

When using ES file explorer, can we install files to the external storage from dpwnloader on the firestick?

[@Sprudge1]

How did you get sky app on your fire stick I’d love to know fella

[@FreeTech]

Still trying to get it working dude

[@bobcox9064]

Free Tech ... Does that Sky App have anything to do with the controller or expanded storage? Or is unrelated to this video? I want to do ALL of this.

[@purplebugs2]

Is there a way to add an ethernet adapter to and android tv box, that will increase the mbps?

[@DucNguyen-lw1gm]

Hi my friend, how’s u doing , Question I just got the Ugreen adapter & OTG cable I plugged in , but it seems not connected , so what’s should I do next my friend , how to do , thanks my friend

[@FreeTech]

How are you. What's not connected? The ethernet?

[@DucNguyen-lw1gm]

Yes my friend, it’s still WiFi connected not Ethernet

[@h1nd_sight254]

Duc Nguyen Did you ever get this figured out? I’m having the same issue.

[@DucNguyen-lw1gm]

R3STxINxPISS , I had tried all three holes from the HUB and it’s working my friend

[@h1nd_sight254]

Duc Nguyen I’ll give it a try now. Thank you sir

[@AudiophileTommy]

Hey ,I’ve just found a new use for my fire stick .I am using it as a door stop and it works far better than it EVER has !!! 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@bennettdrew]

Love your content...however i bought and installed these items and my fire TV is still reading "wifi", i see no option for switching over to Ethernet connection.

[@bennettdrew]

Hey ya'll the problem was the Ugreen usb hub...wire had a break in it, I guess from being tightly folded for packaging...when i jiggled the wire it would come on and off...just try another brand, there are many out there.

[@joshjones3532]

How do you connect the wechip remote to the fire stick? I have the same setup as used in the video, I have my dongle plugged in the hub for the remote and also my ethernet cable. However the ethernet cable isn't registering and the remote isn't working. Do I have to install some U green software on the fire stick to get it to work?

[@bobcox9064]

Great video ! I’m an older guy and I really enjoy watching your videos. They are easy to understand, they’re very informative, and they’re entertaining as well. I have watched many of your Firestick related videos and have learned a lot. I installed a TP Link Deco system in our 2 story home and solved our weak WiFi signal problem ! Thanks for that ... I do believe I’m going to add some storage space and get me one of those controllers too. Keep up the good work.

[@davidcarter8874]

Agree

[@mouhcinesalah4322]

Hi I have service for iptv for all channels 1 year/55usd you can take free trial

[@joewilson6276]

What’s the best VOD for Amazon fire stick

[@DamoVit]

Excellent video, cheers bud. My OTG that you recommended arrived today, looking forward to hooking it up etc. Many thanks 😊

[@cengiz246]

Can the TV offer enough power for the fire stick and all otg connections ?

[@stevesidders1838]

Thanks for your hard work making these videos, I have found them to be very helpful. Is there a way to set the firestick to record live tv (iptv) to external storage? It would be nice to be able to pause live tv also.

[@RobertPerk1]

Steve Sidders try airtv, it works great for me or a device similar, I’m in the US btw, you may have to search for something similar

[@23amcfad]

How do you specify any downloads to go to the usb pen drive?

[@stephencarter2957]

Great video mate keep up the good work very much appreciated already using a using extra storage on a fire stick it is brilliant thank you very much your jokes are awesome

[@FreeTech]

haha cheers mate!

[@justaguy4real]

,, 7:05 what to do if the external is not recognized? I've tried several versions of otg connectors and es file explorer down my shoe sizw any

[@sasbigby3]

How do i add space to firestick? More gb keep deleting files I dont want to so i can use it. Sucks help pls

[@Zer0IN28]

Pretty sure he went over it in the vid here... Get the OTG cable in the description, the UGreen USB hub, then add a USB flash drive. This was a bit of a "paint by numbers" vid. I did what he said, got the products he provided links too, Bam! All works great, give it a shot yo!

[@wakeuppeople7327]

ZeroIN28 I did the splitter with a 32g usb stick. I still get low storage. Did you have to do anything else to recognize the usb stick

[@waveconcepts448]

@@wakeuppeople7327 Same here, it seems you cant download apps onto the usb, and any movies etc you want to download to your usb cant be done as the apps wont let you change to a different directory. It sets up its own folder on your internal, there was one app that let me change it to my usb but actually downloading anything just showed up with an error.

[@dennyhiett6271]

@@wakeuppeople7327 apps still use internal storage in order to operate. Added external storage and put apps on it and only saved a little storage.

[@babyblack1157]

Do a factory reset and do not download any movies or tv shows to your device...when you do your monthly maintenance every apk in manage all applications that gives you only three options, clear the data... everything else clear the cache and force stop... that should give you at least 1gb of extra memory

[@slim_productions]

Can you use a usb drive to be used as a hard drive to record shows on a TV app? Or rewind live tv?? Cheers

[@timwindsor03]

Awesome video ADAM. Use all of the equipment but a different keyboard. Keep the content coming. Hope you enjoy your weekend. Much love bro

[@FreeTech]

Cheers Tim. Yeah some great accessories. You have a great evening buddy

[@Koop802]

Did you have to hook a power cable to the U Green device because i have the same device and i had to buy a power cable for the U Green USB device

[@crzymktrdrebel]

"Ding Dangly Doo" lol; -)

[@TheJROBBIE]

How does this go with overheating? Firestick gets pretty hot without adding extra stuff to the ram?

[@stevedougherty]

This is amazing!! Thank you for the video. Any chance of there being a 3.0 version of the USB OTG cable? I've Googled but only 2.0 comes up

[@FreeTech]

Hi. I don't think they do 1. Even if there was a 3.0 it would more than likely act as a 2.0 because of the device.

[@TheKamm45]

@@FreeTech Hi so are you saying that a fire stick 4k can only be set up with 2.0 ethernet please.

[@brianfong3954]

Does this work with the early FireTV Stick ? Tied this set up, but can't see or connect to the ethernet network.

[@rayg.3253]

The Ugreen hub you recommend is sold out here (USA) could you or anyone recommend another one as that is as good Thanks!! New subscriber

[@miguelmaldonado4433]

Try ebay the ugreen flagship store i found them at half price comapred to links

[@johncford3957]

I have this hub and it doesn't work , the Firestick doesn't see it , the ethernet cable or the USB dongle .

[@user-nu4cs1pg7q]

Check aliexpress for it. I have had ugreen cables delivered to me fine (I live in the UK) but ugreen post globally.

[@jaykalley4759]

I have 3 different hubs I purchased over the years. They are all "cheapies"', " (about $5 or less) and to my surprise, they all work just fine for this application.

[@dawnmasters8627]

Hi it may seem am odd question but instead of buying all these different items could an android box not just be added to have the same effect ?

[@thomasfredericks3230]

I have a question. If I connect my router to my firestick using ethernet cable. What difference will is see in viewing live tv? Thank you. Right now my firestick signal from router is going through 2 brick walls. So I can move router. No problem, just dont know if the help stream live tv.

[@Real_American_DAD]

THANKS for another GREAT VIDEO... THIS is really awesome !!!

[@FreeTech]

Thank you buddy!

[@Real_American_DAD]

I've purchased "CAT 8" Ethernet cables to go with these "usb 3.0" accessories & will be trying out this setup. (just waiting for the parts to arrive from Amazon). I LOVE amazon... "&" your videos, Free Tech !! Thanks AGAIN. KEEP UP the excellent work you do & know that it is MUCH APPRECIATED by MANY people !!

[@Real_American_DAD]

@@FreeTech HOW do i set up my USB FLASH DRIVE?? > Have 128gb & its NOT showing as available??? ** PS: bought cat-8 cables for everything & they're great (FAST). Thanks again. ❤️

[@alky1229]

@free tech would this also work without an internet connection, can I just watch things that are on, say my hard drive that I connect to it. Just wondering.

[@franciscarroll788]

Hey big man keep up the good work I have a small usb stick as extra storage I used to be android box only but bought a fire stick in the black sale and of course they are far superior to most android boxes for a lot of reasons so I am converted

[@ish_kitchen]

Can we add webcam ? And use zoom meeting for kids online class ?? Please advice

[@stegabite2102]

Thank you Adam you cheer my day and always give sound advice and keep us updated with things thank you for your time and hard work 👍

[@davidbell2487]

Hi there, thanks for your videos, very enjoyable. Quick question, I have a Firestick 4k. I have noticed that every 10secs or so, it falters. I have messed with the screen res settings, but all this makes no difference. Have you come across this and do you have any suggestions?

[@adz108]

Think thats actually a really good idea

[@draxofthenorth4649]

Is it possible to run two usb flash drives. One for external memory expansion and one for internal system?

[@dannythirkill9098]

English man, Irish man and scotch man, sat round the table in a pub, English man says “think my wife is having an affair with a plumber”, they both ask why? English man says “I found a plumbers ratchet under the bed”, scotch man says, “ funny you should say That, because I think my wife is having an affair with a joiner, found his saw under our bed” Well the Irishman pipes up and says “ think my wife is having an affair with a horse because I found a jockey under my bed”

[@ou8123abc]

🤪

[@tonybieker9306]

Like a horse jockey or jockey underwear ? I dont get it

[@georgefraser4623]

Scotch is a drink think you mean Scots.

[@gpbell89]

Hi mate got this for my first generation fire stick but won't connect does it have to be a newer fire stick, thanks.

[@An.Individual]

isn't it easier and cheaper to just buy an Android Box?

[@FreeTech]

No bud. Most people watching will already own a Firestick to start. You get HD Netflix, Prime etc too. Updates are supported. A lot prefer the Firestick layout. ETC.ETC. Name me a box for the accessory budget that would beat it 🙃

[@FreeTech]

The Mi Box S I recommend too. This is a video more for people who either already own a firestick, or prefer firestick to Android boxes.

[@FreeTech]

@@KZbinChannel-jg5ku On the Fire TV Stick, box or Cube?

[@wwabbit6653]

But me !!!

[@hulbert39]

I just acquired a 4K Fire Stick on a recent Black Friday. I've been a Roku user for years, but was suggested to try FS. Thru Roku, I used Playon to access desktop files. I have 100's of movies on desktop. How do I access my movies using FS?

[@bnmporvida6138]

Ok mate...you got me laughing man....you should a vid with all just bloopers Im buying firestick now.

[@zx600ninja]

Can these products be used on a Gen2 firestick. I have managed to get OTG cable and Air remote to work but the Ugreen ethernet adapter doesnt appear to be working. Have tried the Ugreen adapter on my windows 10 pc and its working fine on there. Do i need to upgrade to the 4k stick. Thanks

[@davesimpson2212]

Much the same for me although the usb ports and ethernet don't work with stick but do work on my laptop

[@reklovjj]

Same here identical set up but Ethernet connection not working...

[@russmorgan315]

Did you know the first French fries weren't actually cooked in France? They were cooked in Greece.

[@FreeTech]

😂

[@gibsonzak75]

Here's a question... with this setup will it work with a 4K firestick to link a Bluetooth controller by USB using the USB hub??

[@derekclark7545]

Turn that laughing gas off hahaha, on second thoughts don't.

[@lowrider692000]

How are you getting your hub to power on with no 6v power lead? I got mine to set up same as yours but 1 micro lead going to the mains plug but it wont fire up the stick

[@enriquefernandez8779]

Remember the storage has to be formatted Fat 32, otherwise it won't be shown.

[@FreeTech]

Mine is actually set to ExFat and the firestick formatted it when plugging in bud.

[@MakeitZUPER]

another great presentation. Thanks for the file access demo and the hub. I will be using a slightly different hub for data & power. You eventually did plug the stick into the TV, correct? I must've missed that part, lol. Or is it all through a hardwired ethernet modem/router/switch to the TV also?

[@eamonnpower7037]

Family of cannibals eating their dinner, little boy says “I hate my granny” Mom replies “Just leave her at the side and eat your sister”

[@MsWhippet1]

I've done the exact setup that you described and purchased the air remote and ugreen hub but cannot get the remote to work. Does the hub need a dc cable as I see there is a tiny port for one?

[@bunakkaptan]

One thing you've forgot U Didn't show how to install apps on SD Card

[@ianbenson5773]

Worked great thanks with memory stick formatted as Fat 32. I formatted the stick to NTFS as I had a movie which is 6gig It then does not show. Any advice

[@stewartrea9845]

Enjoyed the tutorial. Very informative. Can you record onto the data stick from the tv using this set up?

[@jamesgreenall7708]

Any links for the gear to plug into firestick??

[@SalC007]

How do you use the Firestick 3 pin plug with this setup?

[@malcolmwright4619]

What is the power rating of your power supply on your Fire 4K stick? I bought all the bits you recommended and nothing works when I attach the green hub. Power issue?

[@leefhall]

Dinosaur here, so chuffed your on here you instructions are so easy to follow even an old git like me can follow them so thank you so much. I have sorted a VPN out (from one of your previous videos) and need to ask a question, when I start my fire stick should I first start my VPN before anything else. Thanks for everything

[@MishaDaBear]

Ordered, what cable should I use as imput cat 5 which I have or cat6/7 that was recomended on the ugreen ad?

[@stevetaylor8025]

Hi, I've just set this up and it works a treat. The only problem I have is my download speed has dropped. Is that because my ethernet is now going into the USB device ?

[@deborahhunter8061]

I'm older and new to this ... does the ethernet have to be hard-wired to work ... can it work thru wifi?

[@darrenboffey8809]

Hi. I have used the links you listed and purchased the pages and set up exactly the same as you have but my air mouse doesn't work, if I remove the sun splitter and plugging in dongle into the OTG cable it works, any advice would be gratefully accepted. Thanks Darren

[@onedegreewest9303]

Hi there. do you know if UBTV can be installed on a Firestick? Many thanks in advance

[@colinjones3005]

Thanks for this video. I’m researching a replacement for my WDTV. Is there a limitation on the size of external storage. I currently have a Seagate 2TB External (powered) drive connected to the WDTV. So will the Fire Stick support a 2TB external storage device?

[@mtraven23]

any reason not to plug the hub directly into the firestick? its probably 6 of one, half a dozen of the other....but I have the comps. to do that in hand, but no splitter.

[@bazabaza7821]

Hi, thanks for the video. I bought the suggested cable and usb hub primarily fur the ethernet cable connection. However when connected via ethernet I get shocking speed (around 20 meg) whereas when I disconnected the ethernet end used WiFi, I'm back up to 300meg. Any suggestions why the hub ethernet is do bad? (I've tested the the ethernet on my laptop and it's fine on that)

[@andrewbranthwaite129]

Could I ask you a question please is Ethernet or Wi-Fi better