I am getting rid of all my Fire TV devices - Here's why

I am getting rid of all my Fire TV devices - Here's why
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[@UpgradeGuyTech]

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[@GJSwiech]

He’s complaining about ads but he’s selling something during his video. That sounds like an ad to me.

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

I wasn’t complaining about ads. I was complaining about an obscene amount of ads on something you’ve already paid for. How much did you pay to watch this video?

[@gordhenry1684]

😂 You do realize the irony of criticizing Amazon for all the ads and having your own ad for your paid service in the middle of the video!!

[@bruceleaman8190]

And it’s an ad for an ecosystem that he’s getting rid of himself 😮

[@bruceleaman8190]

Seems odd

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

I’m a solo creator not a billion dollar company

[@bruceleaman8190]

@@UpgradeGuyTech don’t get me wrong. I love your videos. And the fact you’re in Canada

[@bruceleaman8190]

Keep up the great work!

[@ront335]

I did the same thing. I had four FireStick 4Ks and replaced them with Apple TVs. No ads and great performance. Sure they cost a lot more, but the performance and simpler interface was worth it.

[@donnamentrasti2695]

I'm not sure what ads you're talking about tbh...I have three Fire devices...I don't have any ads. UI pics of upcoming shows which I find useful, yeah, but once I go into the app I want to watch content on, I never see an add. You can turn off the audio and video of these program previews anyway in settings, if you find them annoying. Not sure what all the fuss is about. If they ever do get rid of the android-compatible Fire OS, deal with it then, by then there'll probably be tons of new devices out on the market anyway. For now though, for me anyway, Fire is still 🔥.

[@naf3802]

Your absolutely right 👍🏾. I'm not having any problems with any of my firesticks and I've had most of them over a decade and 2 new 4K Max since it launched with no problems.

[@ViN-kr3ri]

Totally agree with you and I'd like to think Chromecast was a viable alternative but I'm in the UK and it doesn't support all of our main streaming apps like itvx, Channel4, my5, uktvplay

[@NewBookz]

I am considering several options....I have a lot of paperbacks to read, and adds are the most annoying aspect, especially when repeated over and over, it helps to make me more resistant to Mission Impossible and that cheesy scene of the motorcycle over the cliff....

[@lotekjr]

I have used Fire devices for years. I don't ues adb and have apks, iptv and Kodi on there. I'll use it till it stops working then I'll just use my Nvidia Shield full time. I'm not really worried about it. Grasping at straws, jumping the gun. Settle down every one. There's tons of options out there do what you like. I don't care about all this smart home stuff. Alexa handles my lights and my alarm clock that's smart enough fir me.

[@BruceDavis2301]

What iptv are you using? Any buffering?

[@michaelleese4626]

Great video and great advice packed all mine away amazon can kiss it😜

[@BruceRichwineJr]

I have Apple TV’s hooked up to every TV in the house and a Chromecast with Google TV for travel. The device performance and usability is night and day with the Apple TV being the best. I think for most the whole smart home integration has started to lose its luster. I really only use it for turning lights and TVs on/off. If you own an iPhone it’s a no brainer to go with an Apple TV. I

[@terrencerivers2358]

I haven't used firestick since the block on adb,that was the final straw for me,l got tied of there persist fuck you up on purpose approach,your not a valued customer,your a meal ticket with constant adverts forced down your throat for them to make money,makes me sick,anyway nvidia shield tv pro set it up,installed all third party and no headaches lol 👍

[@Rayraywheelz]

That's when I quit running power to my firestick too

[@BLASTMusic247]

Formuler boxes had been my go to. Great quality boxes with great performance and no personal information needed to use it. More pricey than a fire stick but no month payments either

[@Horrid_Gaming]

Bought a Formuler device two years ago and haven't looked back. These streaming services now is the new cable. Prices will slowly increase over time and become how it once was before.

[@robertgregory7101]

Just picked up the Onn 4K, going to load it up and give it a try

[@aaronmcknight2771]

It's absolutely amazing

[@lablackzed]

Good choice a little beauty for streaming.👍👍👍👍👍

[@timnorth8255]

I'm not having any issues with my 4 firesticks. I keep clean and use all types of apps. All work fine. Don't intend getting rid of anytime soon. I use a VPN and everything is fine. My sideloaded apps have no ads or commercials. Loyal Amazon user

[@naf3802]

The same here 😁

[@ronaldalexander2906]

The same too

[@biggame2175]

Exactly. No issues with my 3 either

[@BruceDavis2301]

Can you watch espn, tnt?

[@timnorth8255]

@@BruceDavis2301 I watch anything I want. No ads, have all sports, and anything I want.

[@chanscott8968]

I'm looking at several streaming devices trying to find my firestick replacement I plan on being done by the start of the upcoming pro & college football seasons

[@owomushi_vr]

Xbox is pretty awesome for app play these days.

[@SMITTY19722]

Buy my Amazon guide but I’m using google 😂😂😂😂 your a genius 😂😂😂😂

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

Of course people are still going to use fire tv devices. Just like I will still create content on them.

[@DAVESLAM]

I bet he can spell YOU'RE! 😒

[@iamanme5976]

Wow.. Very good updates..I am hoping for the 🛡️ one day.. Slowly going to onn N

[@molly18239]

I have a couple of those $20 ONN boxes. They are surprisingly good. Not as good as nvidia, but good for the average user.

[@howardhong9399]

Yung'uns. Used to be the only way you watched television was with commercial interruptions every 15 minutes. Didn't matter how much you paid for the TV. The programs all came with commercials.

[@purplesprigs]

You may also remember that you could watch sports without paying a penny. I grew up in NY and watched Yankees, Mets, Giants, Jets, Knicks, Nets, Rangers, Islanders FOR FREE.

[@grandmajeddah1963]

But remember TV was free then So you wouldn’t mind the commercials

[@sbme1147]

Well got my Firestick 4k Max 2nd Gen because it supports WPA3 and got a new router that supports it ( Ruku last I checked does not ). If it was awhile ago and I was just looking I would of picked up the MSI Cubi M i3-1213U, well 12th Gen for sure for $240 on Amazon, checked tonight and it went up to $260 which then I would have just spent A LOT more and just gotten the Minisforum MS-01 i5 12th version and put Proxmox on it and one of those VM's would be used for a HTPC. As of last night I am just going to build a damn power efficient Proxmox desktop/server.

[@AlwaysBastos]

I had fire-TV sticks but recently binned them due to the adds and constant updates changing things. I don't have the patience to fiddle with them, just want to turn on and use it. Kodi is almost as bad, so bought an android box. No problems.

[@lynnnakita58]

Can’t get the Onn box in Canada

[@marcaube7257]

Summer is almost here in canada, we do not watch a lot of tv for the next 5 months. We do use amazon music 4 hours a day. We still use basic cable only 25 per month in canada it is a government law. That includes 3 cdn and 4 major usa networks. We still use our 19 year old hd cable box with a dvr hard drive works perfect. Most neighbors use cloud recording which costs extra in canada with our area cable provider. Oh yes we only have 65 mps and all works perfect with 15 devices on wifi. Save money on internet speed do not get caught up in the race to 1 gb speed.

[@PezPerry]

It’s a good argument with doc squiffy about Amazon not being the enemy. But I agree with you without doubt. It grieves me to say that buts it’s very much the case. We are the smart ones. We know. The people who will never see videos like this. Well I really feel sorry for them.

[@phillongshaw8334]

I’ve already got rid of mine, mate. Best thing I ever did.

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

Facts

[@shawnnn3]

I just got rid of mine Thinking of the NEW Buzztv x6 coming out on April 15. Any thoughts on that unit anyone?

[@rogerowens7888]

I would love to have a 2nd option, I use a firestick for years… what does a shield exactly Do, apps, apk… what does it Do

[@jimrogers410]

I really like my VSee oro 2. Thinking of getting SuperBox Elite. More bang for yr buck

[@WizardOfWor]

Superbox Elite & SE Ultra is the way to go if you want anything related to Android.

[@joeprincipato5211]

I agree, a lot of apps steal your information -- and I hate excessive ads on Amazon, Google -- I don't use Apple. You're leaving out the most important reason why Amazon stopped the load of some apps -- it was to stop you from loading illegal apps -- you might not be doing anything illegal - but doing a google search says at least 10% of people download illegal apps... and because of that, Amazon could be held accountable, because they allowed people to download the app from a device they manufactured.

[@rono4592]

If that analogy had any legal basis, then other manufacturers such as Microsoft, Apple, Galaxy, and such would be in turmoil with the law. If you violate a law while using any of Amazon's products / streaming devices, they are not likely going to get in legal trouble. It will be the end user that bears the circumstances of committing a crime. There is no proxy liability.

[@jokernstuffshy6103]

10% I think that’s a little low try about 80% I do not know anybody that has not downloaded a 3rd party of some kind on sticks , there’s a lot of legal 3rd party apps out there just Amazon won’t allow them in there store , best thing for stick = 🗑️🚮

[@aerofly2]

I still have my Firestick 4K connected to my TV, but I’m also using a new Nvidia Shield Pro. The Shield really does show Amazon how to do it right. My Firestick will remain connected for now, but will probably remain as a standby.

[@Mimisams6]

What is this nvidis shield pro?

[@aerofly2]

@@Mimisams6 It’s an Android streaming device, that runs on the Android OS rather than Amazon’s Fire OS. Expensive, but superior in every way. Far more versatile and not subject to Amazon’s oppressive behaviour. Able to run all of the usual apps (sideloaded or otherwise), without the petty restrictions.

[@jburch5752]

I'm keeping all my fire TV devices. The reason is I have an Amazon recast. Which is a DVR. Also, I can play back my DVR on my cell phone so I don't have to be at home to watch a program I missed.

[@roadtripboy]

I have one Fire TV and I use for some stuff simply because it comes up when I turn on the TV. I also have a Roku connected to that TV and it's interesting to note that Pluto TV offers more channels on Roku than on Fire and your favorites is not available on Fire. Same with Roku channels on Fire. I hate the fact that I can't see all of my apps on home page. To me Fire is handy to have if Roku is acting up but that's the only reason I can think of to have it.

[@Demy1970]

However, ads don’t bother me, had them in the old days on tv, good for bathroom breaks thing I dislike is spying

[@seasonstudios]

What devices do you recommend?

[@cbijames7]

Yes that's why I use Mecool android boxes and they r priced right and work as good as my nivida shield . I would tell you to he a mecool over any other box

[@timnorth8255]

Again, no problems with my firestick. Have VPN and watch anything and everything. I am an average Firestick user and its really easy to use. No one knows yet about the third party app situation. Im sure, as in the past, there will be a way around it. No use spending money on new items until we see what happens. Just be patient.

[@diyi75]

Used to rock with Roku, but got tired of the walked garden. Only slightly dealt with fire devices. Strictly Google TV & android TV now, I can do whatever I want.

[@jerryp378]

I'm still using Wolf Launcher with no issues... yet.

[@kevinj8258]

Doing the same. Wolf launcher still works with ACCESSIBILITY MANAGER and BUTTON MAPPER on both fire tv max and fire cube.

[@joycejones5796]

Using wolf launcher for 3 yrs.....🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@edbush3427]

I still use it and it works ok for now

[@edbush3427]

I still use Wolf Launcher with no problems as of yet

[@shawnmendrek3544]

Last I checked, fire sticks are popping up on Wi-Fis around here. Me personally, I wanted to get one for some people but I see too many problems, me I use ad blockers, I ASSUME if you jail broke the fire stick you could download a 3rd party ad blocker. Me, like most normal folk, we hate ads. I got this roku, though Roku is far from an apple one. While we have a SMART TV, the sticks are handy for converting.

[@Shon1582]

I've already invested in my Nvidia Shields 4 LIFE

[@ComputerWorksOnDemand]

Can't agrue with that they are one of the best. There are better software options from a few companies but they continue to be a top option.

[@Shon1582]

@@ComputerWorksOnDemand preach brother preach

[@molly18239]

Amen brother

[@kevinj8258]

Agree Nvidia Shield is best even though it's four years old. Make sure you look into replacement costs when the platform is over eight years, as that seems to be a maturity factor by then with hardware and software.

[@darrell4328]

Thanks for you're walkthrough thoughts 👍👍👍👍👍

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

Thanks darrelll!

[@chrissmith2963]

I have always enjoyed Roku but now video ads are on the way. So I'm holding off on buying the new pro remote with backlit keys until I see how bad it is on Roku UI 😬

[@ArthurMitchellLee]

I agree. Me too!!!! I got rid of my Fire stick and I am not going back. They gotten really Stupid!!!!!!! I used to run retro games on it, but they made it impossible... I plan to buy a mini PC instead now. 😁

[@elsuperpollo2273]

Or maybe Kodi on a mini pc can save the day as another alternative

[@biblebelter9772]

I'm no Apple fan boy. But the Apple streamer gets the job done.

[@olgacolon7548]

My television has google and that’s where I used my apps? I can’t find cinema on it. I don’t know if it’s a different name now by using my google apps

[@juliomeneses8456]

I did it long time ago, I was frustrated with those lower kind of Streaming Devices, was terrible and decided to give away.

[@Mark-hb5zf]

Fire Stick (or TV) is just about useless. Limited memory, slow response (unless you buy the latest, more expensive versions), far too Amazon focused (i.e. not a user friendly to other apps). I had just a few apps loaded and I ran out of memory. I prefer my Roku's. The Walmart Onn google TV streamer for $20 is a very close 2nd, almost tied w/Roku.

[@Dave-xu4xu]

You tube is bad for ads ☹️

[@johnchricton6470]

What's a better not expensive option then?

[@ronaldcoley89]

The Onn from Walmart

[@owomushi_vr]

Old Xbox one . The app support is pretty great and media controller is nice

[@johnchricton6470]

@@owomushi_vr Doesn't it use lots more power than the streaming sticks/boxes?

[@t.williams3553]

I am not an Apple person but i do have the Apple TV, it is the best streaming box in my opinion. It is Awesome!!

[@TheNwoLegend]

Google did that with app warnings then removes them

[@Demy1970]

I have the firestick but I canceled Amazon prime, I’ll watch this to see alternative

[@ericturner7744]

People was warned years ago to block Amazon updates on their devices to enjoy an ad-free home screen but many content creators with their scaremongering (FreeTech and Doc Squiffy was the worst offenders) by telling people they must update their Firesticks for security reasons and they're at risk if they don't update them. All popular branded Android boxes (especially the expensive Nvidia Shield) have ads on the home screen, so I'm not giving a company money for them to make money of me by shoving ads on my device (aka double dipping).

[@phyllishardy8153]

Staying with Firestock 😊

[@PCgonerogue820]

I've stop using fire sticks over 5yrs ago, I now have been using, most android devices are very similar.

[@feliperamirez5511]

Google bro with some shields and some wally sticks lol

[@AntiFireTVRokuHorizonTV]

I got rid of mine and replaced it with a Virgin 360. I’m in the uk so yea

[@iamantiwar2003]

Bro criticizing ads while having one!😂

[@marcaube7257]

There is a youtube tv reviewer very well known who is supporting the use of apple tv as the interface for setting tv specs works great. That reviewer is against inferior streaming that is free but looks bad on qled and oledtvs.

[@koreyb]

I ditched fire tv for a Chromebox. Much faster and easier to operate.

[@DonaldDnicefromtwitcH]

Turn off play protect on Google tv or android tv is must

[@DonaldDnicefromtwitcH]

Its there ways too block shit too

[@jokernstuffshy6103]

@@DonaldDnicefromtwitcH this has put me on fence with getting the shield to replace Amazon cubes , at £200 I don’t want to buy something only to not be able to side load my stuff , can you clarify if shield a good option thank you

[@Tinybeario]

Firecube and two firesticks tossed months ago.

[@tiredoldman5329]

My firesticks work fine.

[@jonathanwilliams4139]

fire device because I watch movies yes it has adds on the home screen of movies and my fire tv cube 3 generations been working like cable for years

[@owomushi_vr]

I removed the Internet from my tv. Because of the ads. I cant stand it anymore. I have xbox series x and remaster station 5 to avoid ads

[@shawnnn3]

Thinking of the NEW Buzztv x6 coming out on April 15. Any thoughts on that unit anyone?

[@ComputerWorksOnDemand]

It should be good as Buzztv devices are good options.

[@jokernstuffshy6103]

Depends on price

[@iamrage4753]

stupidly overpriced from what i heard $399

[@ComputerWorksOnDemand]

@@iamrage4753 that is way too much

[@SchnuffiJames]

I have 3 firesticks and for my main tv I was thinking of getting a mini computer,

[@bigbadjohnpesek9894]

Ive got one in a drawer somewhere. Never used it. I'll stick with my $30 android boxes.

[@richh650]

Every app on any stick, is stealing, or at least making you agree to use, your personal information. Some side loaded apps might be "much" worse, yes, but its safe to think that all of the apps are guilty, including Amazon and Android.

[@psfgtech]

Term 3rd party apps, better then side loading or cracked for sure, You are now the best on us developers

[@psfgtech]

Us programmers

[@victormarrotti2575]

I stopped a month ago. I have 4 Onn4k on my TV's. I sideload with no problem

[@ComputerWorksOnDemand]

great budget option

[@Mark-hb5zf]

I was quite impressed by that $20 4K streamer, even bought a 2nd one.

[@molly18239]

Same here. I bought one and was surprised how responsive it was and how well it worked. Decided to grab another one. I'm also setting one up for my dad since they're pretty simple to use with a custom launcher.

[@jhall_edc]

I switched to the onn tv stick today. Im sick of amazon.

[@ronnie_o]

No issues with my Firesticks but I'm switching to high powered Android boxes.

[@user-jw6zm4fm4h]

Google tv has lots of ads also

[@hiro_two]

And the chromecast 4k cant really play 4k, i needed to send it back 🙄

[@kevinj8258]

All these devices that run android are almost just APPLIANCE devices. Turn on and they work. So treat them as such. ---- unless the developer like nvidia shield does upgrades that benefit users.

[@Whitepinoy]

Switch to apple tv 4k

[@michaelri2721]

I love my Firesticks. Never had any problems. I love Amazon.

[@Blackdog57]

I hate Prime. I was watching Adam -12, Miami Vice, and The Fall Guy. Now those old shows are no longer free, now you have to pay!!! 😠

[@TorrentFiend10]

How to say "I only use my fire TV devices to Pirate illegal low quality content" without admitting that you only use fire TV devices to Pirate illegal low quality streaming content.

[@gordhenry1684]

But you are selling a service to support the device you are telling everyone you are getting rid of 😂!!!

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

hahaha yes I did write and work on an Ebook. Lots of people will still keep theirs, it doesn't mean I wont create content still

[@DrMoorehen]

Agreed....unsubscribed

[@siralex070]

its called kodi, learn it, figure it out and no ads and i'm using fire stick so beat that

[@carloscardona3924]

We need to Boycott these money grubbing adware companies We need Real People not corporations as device developers.😢

[@chefmike8888]

Contact providers are allowed to make a living and deserve to. Hes talking about how a Firestick comes with i think 8gb. When you first open it its about 5 then install 2 apps and getting full. Firesticks then increased the adds which took away from our room. I pay them to basically come in my house and put a billboard in front of my screen. FYI youtube will put adds in if you dont. I hate adds and add block but i always support the content providers i use by patron or any option that does not include me paying Google to pay this person. Ok so google takes the 10 and passes along his 2. That is like benign the service industry where the owner collects all money, then tells everyone there was 100 in tips and 6 servers, 2 busboys and a bartender. And he gets a 20 off the top for his cut. When tips were 600 that night to begin with. So yes he should put adds in. The company or him will get paid. Google should toss us a bone and open youtube as a thank you for allowing us to become the largest harvesters and re sellers of your information.

[@jeffreymoses3903]

Boy you can turn them off in settings

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

No you can’t. You can turn off video auto playing

[@christophertuckwell9665]

This is time waster video but would go with Google cast device when I replace firestick

[@TerfNirltti1972]

Been did this amazon getting no more money from me

[@ramonavileslizardo3441]

I've had fire TV devices for years just because it's affordable but I had enough of ads and system lag. Nvidia shield all the way bro. You can't go wrong.

[@Mimisams6]

What’s nvidia shield?

[@galeworthington6358]

I think you’re a Roku kinda guy!

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

says who!!!!

[@DonaldDnicefromtwitcH]

I did this 4 yrs ago I havent touch them in 4 yrs

[@leonjohnsonjr3331]

Im goin back to DVDs and vhs

[@ciprodriguez]

7:40 ecosystem

[@America2gether]

Funny that you advocate for dumping the FS...yet tout Kodi21 Omega and how to install on FS....LOL Enjoy you content, but, I'm done with the FS.

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

Haha of course I’m still going to make content. Tons of people use them

[@Max86421]

I prefer Android Google open ecosystem 💯

[@crabbydad8931]

a dumb house is very smart

[@scottst33]

But yet you are an Amazon associate and earn from qualifying purchases #ad Kind of ironic. 😉

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

Haha not really. Not using their devices and earning from sales are two totally separate things. Nothing Ironic about that

[@scottst33]

@@UpgradeGuyTech I get it but it's all integrated to clicks, monetizing, etc. What Google Chromecast device do you use? I missed it somewhere.

[@xxxxxxxx406]

AS I ALWAYS SAY. ANDROID BOX FOR ME. PROBLEM FREE.

[@hiro_two]

As long as you dont get a chromecast 4k, because it just crashes if you try to play 4k 🙄

[@MrConsiderateguy]

I use a mini PC, so much faster and smoother

[@traceyhobbs8331]

Sold my firesticks over a month ago and got androids

[@popop60]

like mine i have 2 4k and i put Them on Garbage. i run m'y Chromecast better and faster

[@lilart13ab]

SUPERBOX IS WAY BETTER.

[@UpgradeGuyTech]

Lmao no

[@ComputerWorksOnDemand]

We are all entitled to our own opinion. There are many good boxes I think we can all agree amazon is not one of them any more.

[@DonaldDnicefromtwitcH]

There super box elite ultra n Vseebox elite N there Octastream elite max out there there top models ready too go n u golden til device dies worth it too me I owned all three n I dnt depend on a single device or options learn all the ways n options