The 'New' Amazon Firestick 4K Max Review (2nd Gen)

[@JoshuaBrown-ud5ui]

Upgraded to the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, and it's a total winner! The Alexa integration with Wi-Fi 6E and mediatek chip are game-changers, and I can't get enough of the stunning 4K visuals. Movie nights will never be the same!

[@grantmuir410]

I upgraded to the 4k max 2nd generation and I like it. It has more storage memory so plenty room for apps and I find it more responsive. 👍

[@questionmark5463]

My wife is 4 foot 11 and my 11 year old son is going to love this particular Dad joke. 😂

[@ralphalexander2329]

Hey Adam I got the firestick 4K max a few days ago and so far it's been a bit glitchy! The only positive thing about it is that it has twice the storage. Maybe they need to workout the glitches and then it will run better? So far I'm not real impressed!! Thanks for what you do and always giving us a chuckle we all need more of that!!!

[@6maxwell99]

I'm still rocking the 2019 version of the 4K stick and the latest cube. I'm good.

[@macwyll]

I really like the cube and would recommend

[@carlt9265]

4k firestick is to slow now its horrible on 4k tv channels

[@PezPerry]

A photo finish for who’s joke was better! I had a feeling you were gonna review it as you did. Not worth upgrading unless necessary. Also, I was looking forward to the ambulance experience until someone from the states said the following: Don't get too excited it times out and the fire stick goes to sleep after 14 minutes. I was expecting it to be able to stay on. Even when I'm playing music it just goes black after 14 min and there's no way to turn off sleep. I just got off with customer service and they said it's meant to... what's even the point. Maybe that’s changed in updates over the last couple of weeks I don’t know. Good video mate. You need your ears lowered! Hope your well 👍🏼

[@cliffmould9265]

As I have a firestick Lite that works ok with added ethernet port and usb storage , only upgrade I might do is to buy someone else's 2nd hand Firstick 4K Max once they've wasted money on the 'new and improved' one just so they can say they have the latest (they'd be iPhone uses as well LOL) - keep up the great work mate luv your channel and Dad jokes - "How do you follow Will Smith in the snow?" "You follow the fresh prints."

[@anulearntech]

I wanted to do all that add-ons with adding my 4tb HDD and what not. But I saw at raspberry Pi solution and it seems far more sensible than hanging all those items on that sticker. Also the 32 but limitations are real blocker -2tb max fat 32 only and max file of 2gb iirc. I yave moved as large as 35 GB. My firestick 4k is arriving tomorrow

[@werdna67]

I recently bought a twelve year old whisky. His mum was furious with me!

[@charlotte241000]

You put my favorite show on beyond belief fact or fiction love it

[@BackDaws]

Could be that because its plugged into the tv and its not enough the stick could be running in a limited power setting 😊

[@An.Individual]

Can it read USB thumb drives with NTFS (over OTG cable)?

[@aerofly2]

I’ve got a brand new boxed Firestick 4K Max which I bought a couple of months ago in the sale to replace my Firestick 4K which I’ve yet to set up, and from what I’ve seen there’s not a lot extra to persuade me to ditch that for the latest version.

[@lucasbrown7338]

The new 2nd gen TV stick is very impressive with dynamic picture quality and also functions well with the mediatek integrated SoC

[@gerrymac5865]

Bought mine on the Amazon black Friday sale for £35 bargain, won’t spend £70 on it though. Thanks for the review 👍

[@gerrymac5865]

I had no issues with the new 4K firestick, I traded in my older firestick that had a broken remote back to Amazon and setup the new one with the same app’s I like to side download movie app’s and the new firestick has lots more memory. Can only say if you can get a deal then go for this new one.

[@barbaravintson1217]

Good afternoon hope you have a wonderful day On this Sunday your and family I appreciate all the time you give up Thank you so much Thank you family let you do this For the people I appreciate it from the butt of my heart You and your family have a very blessed day Enjoy the rest of your day I give you 20 million thumbs up Keep up the good work😊

[@Dave-gs5ni]

Bought the Gen2 for Prime on the main TV and to move the Gen1 to the bedroom but the fact that “Best Available” now outputs decoded PCM (Gen1 outputs Bitstream) and it also restricts my AVR’s sound modes means it’s going in the bedroom and the living room is getting the Gen1 back. If I didn’t need a second Firestick the Gen2 would be going back.

[@carlt9265]

Hi how much faster is it compared to the original 4k firestick from 2018 ?

[@timwindsor03]

Awesome video brother. Thanks for sharing. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an incredible night. Much love and RESPECT

[@michaelbush454]

Think I saw you in Wickes yesterday lol was going to shout "crack on" but managed to control myself.

[@richardhalliday6469]

I commented on your last video and stick by my view, that is , everyone who wants a firestick has one so in that case the market is now stagnant, so how doy you sell more ? Well ,try and tart up you existing product and call it new, some new software but not a full redesign of the circuit board to include USB C because that costs money. Flashier screen savers and different icons don't cut the mustard if all you want is the Arsenal game ( other teams are available) 3pmon a Saturday afternoon 😉

[@robertmclean-m5p]

Great video yet again to me all they done his added the ambient experience plus more storage while i got a fire TV plus another firestick 4k on one of my 4 hdmi port plus external space on television plus a android box as well on one of the port don't think i be getting one unless they go down in price

[@harrylithgow68]

It would be a real help if you could make a video about upgrading from my old 4k to new 4k max. How do we get our details onto new one. Do you have to change everything from old firestick to new come on amazon play the game. What do you do first chicken or egg ? Do i have to factory reset to default, and start again, big job confusing

[@Viper1171]

When you bought your new firestick an option to register it to your account was available allowing your new stick to have all account info attached, this is also for your apps as well.

[@gabrielnegreira2493]

The microUSB is a deal breaker for me, and the reason why I returned it. I use it to stream content from my home server and also to stream games from my PC which is at my bedroom to my TV in the living room. Specially for the second application, I need to use ethernet cable and although there are adaptors for it, the microUSB is not as fast as USB-C, so I had always issues with connectivity via ethernet.

[@Omegaretro]

You forgot to mention that the latest model uses fire OS 8 which is based on android 10 & 11. So any side loaded apps based on android 10 & 11 won’t work on the previous fire tv OS 7 (which is based on android 9)

[@leonfelix662]

I just ❤your buzz bro keep up the good work big up bro Trinidad

[@Sushihunter250]

I'm thinking about getting some form of Firestick... Just not sure if it will do what I need. I have WDTV Media Player that I've had for almost 20 years now. It does most of what I need, but only at 1080p. It is limited to only 2 external hard drives that are each limited to 2TB's. I used to be able to transfer files direct from my computer, over the network to the WDTV Media Player, but a few years ago, my Cable provider upgraded my internet and it disappeared, never to be found again. I WAS thinking of one of the Android TV boxes, but have learned that most of them are full of spyware right from the factory, (thanks Linus!). WD no longer makes Media Players, so what are my options?

[@oneJXV]

Gen 1 . 4k max , best performance for a lower price now I imagine

[@andrewbranthwaite129]

Is it worth upgrading from the fire stick 3rd gen

[@yvonnetolley6468]

Hi mate I had the new firestick what I found when you come to clear the cache when you clear the cache off a app then go back to the app its still not cleared

[@wade196840]

Does the 2nd gen firestick have super resolution like the 3rd gen cube? If it doesn't have super resolutions then it's not worth the price increase. 👍

[@BM2525.]

It does not have super resolution. At the moment, only the 3rd gen Fire Cube has that feature.

[@wade196840]

@@BM2525. Then it won't get super resolution. Amazon said they would put super resolution on 2nd Gen cube and that didn't happen. It's definitely not worth it then I've seen people say the new one is slower than the older one and has issues they haven't fixed yet

[@connorphelps7338]

Would it be worth upgrading to a new firestick if i have the original 4k firestick and use it for streaming? Thanks in advance 👍

[@MrGadget77015]

I have the firestick 4k lite. I've purchased the new 4k max. With my 3ard party apps freezing up, i hope this will help.

[@Larnbowski]

Can HDR be switched off on this one? Thanks

[@alanneary1513]

Well bud ca you download side apps on apple 4k box ?

[@smithy5271]

I see next to no difference, my money will not go on the new version. Good fun video many thanks dude .

[@untitledalbum]

I just love your jokes 😂😂😂😂

[@MakeitZUPER]

Tech Dr has a presentation about some 3rd party apps getting removed by Amazon. your next update might be an issue. good luck uk

[@anulearntech]

I wanted to do all that add-ons with adding my 4tb HDD and what not. But I saw at raspberry Pi solution and it seems far more sensible than hanging all those items on that sticker. Also the 32 but limitations are real blocker -2tb max fat 32 only and max file of 2gb iirc. I yave moved as large as 35 GB. My firestick 4k is arriving tomorrow

[@Sharky-sn6rl]

If I have my onvif camera app on my firestick and it has the Picture in Picture feature could I watch say a movie and have the pip feature in the corner with my onvif display whilst watching a movie?

[@gregwatson594]

Had a firestick 4k for a while now but thinking of getting a firestick 4k max what do people think ??

[@mcds54]

My latest 4k Max released a few months ago came with backlighting. What happened to that?

[@gorringeman]

I've just bought this 4K 6e stick, I have a wifi 6 router but can't access the 6ghz channel, any ideas?

[@wmac296]

Fire devices are currently the only device in the UK that has full certification for all uk domestic tv and major streaming apps and allows side loading that I have found. Anyone know of any alternatives.

[@Benaam007-z5s]

Google Chromecast TV. So much better than the firestick

[@wmac296]

@@Benaam007-z5s sadly it can't do channel 4 or kodi, thanks for the reply.

[@Benaam007-z5s]

@@wmac296Kodi is available as for channel4 you can always side load it

[@Steviemac05]

No point upgrading from 1st gen . It still works flawless

[@andrewkennan2897]

So what the difference by using this fire stick compared to the actual app on your smart tv

[@regkeay3666]

Mines ok with power , my issue is duckduck go and then mouse toggle

[@stevemahoney5209]

Hi Adam... Does this come with an Ethernet connection 🤔🤔 Many thanks 😁😁

[@MrColin1948]

Firestick lateless 2gen strange clock missing ? Colin's always TV box first time users firestick asking clock widget ?

[@deematty46]

I sent mine back . No faster and there was lagging and freezing at times .my side loaded apps wouldn't work either

[@oliversmith7354]

The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is the most powerful streaming stick yet, featuring a 1.8GHz CPU and a 750MHz GPU with a quad-cored mediatek chip.

[@paulhill1379]

Good video Free Tech.

[@Bdavie69]

I bought one after launch and Amazon sent me a replacement already. First one was sluggish with terrible internet speeds. I haven’t owned a fire device for years so can’t compare. But a HUGE problem is there is no root access which no you tubers are addressing which renders file explorer apps and a usb on a dongle useless. If you format it as internal then you can add apps to it, big whoop! I have tons of apps and no where near to using up the 16gb But, if you format it as external, there is no access to add files and well you know other things. I will be sending this useless pos back for a refund. Onward with my Shields. You may want to do a video with a dongle adapter and a usb stick and you’d probably get a million views because no one is addressing the issue.

[@Benaam007-z5s]

The thing is if you need extra memory why would you bother with a firestick in the first place. Stick to shield or an android TV box.

[@weerabone]

Yes got one this week 4k max 2nd gen , and thanks video great all the beat

[@stevebuik657]

I personally will not be rushing to get one of these just add more USB memory to my old max I see next to no difference, my money will not go on the new version rather buy the whisky Cheers

[@michaelhaney71]

It seems that if I want more storage, I'd be better off adding external storage. I intend to do just that.

[@Rocketron269]

Still can’t get mouse toggle to work on the new fire stick 4K max can you help

[@marctrapp]

Sent it back. Will keep using my original 4k max.

[@CHAPPY-sp3kv]

Mouse toggle doesn't work on my 4k max. Please help me out

[@T3CHGY007]

A mini mum lol! love it!

[@davem.372]

My mom and kid love Amazon devices so I try and keep up with em but I've jumped ship to Android,Google tv 3-4 yrs ago and I'm not coming back. Too much crap with Amazon messing with third party,launchers all the time .

[@miisty6438]

can you sideload on those (Google tv) or only official apps? thanks

[@sylvesterking6498]

my firetv4kmax will not install mouse toggle; I have tried different sites but the mouse toggle will not work, any suggestions.

[@sylvesterking6498]

can you explain sorted it

[@scotty2167]

Great video & lnfo mate ❤❤

[@elainehollas5626]

Yes got one really like it

[@stranger74598]

Iam going too good video brother

[@jilltotten4222]

I would like the remote to light up.

[@tafsir5780]

You not going to see much different as it's only half meg ram more on the new max version, storage wise may be double but it just means you going to install vmore crap & will just slow it down over time

[@yogi28866]

Boom 💥

[@WhitieInVermont]

Why did the egg cross the road? For the shell of it.

[@dennisbeebe2858]

Say goodbye to your third party apps I finally went out and got a buzz TV box and I'm a whole lot happier with it

[@jasephase2k933]

A x96 max could probably out perform this because has a 64gb internal storage

[@kirkwilson3493]

Mouse toggle not working

[@patrickcadette]

Lol...cracking on....😁😁😁👍👍👍

[@mnomic8371]

Why didn’t Amazon upgrade the remote to include an air mouse? What a wasted opportunity Amazon 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@cammy2100]

if you. have 4k from last year,don't waste your money on the latest version there isn't that much of a difference to justify the price.

[@winksplayle]

I'll stick with my old 4k max and my shield. I 0nly use the firestick in the spare room, if she, (who needs to be obayed) is watching something in the main room. 🤣

[@bobbyboy4496]

Just got mine yesterday after my 4k max died

[@mipad553]

Can you please share screen magnifier apk of fire stick apps?

[@spiritofshankly4517]

I had one pre ordered and cancelled it after seeing a review, theirs nothing new that I would use and it’s not going to be a game changer

[@jerryc.8672]

A rooter is a sports fan. 🙂

[@Streamer20four7]

Is that a third party app 🤔

[@kepeb1]

Unfortunately just got the 4k max 2nd gen and it has 2 major issues. The new screensaver, whatever it's called is annoying rubbish. Second and more important, the screen cast option is removed. (Miracast was apparently removed from Android 8 and firestick OS has just passed this point.) So if you wish to use firestick as a PC monitor, that option is now gone, as is casting any content using miracast.

[@werdna67]

What do you call a Spaniard that has had his car stolen - Carlos.

[@thomasstephenson1450]

we are having trouble with the sound its not in sync

[@An.Individual]

Typical Amazon tactic. Go in cheap, get people hooked, then jack the price up.

[@martinmorris835]

Nah wont be paying £70 will stick to original 4k max works fine for iptv

[@gutwallst6645]

the worst part about the Amazon fire devices is Amazon

[@OriginalSkaMan]

Hmm not in a hurry to buy one

[@ronbooth1382]

My wife hates facial hair - but I think it's starting to grow on her...

[@Melesx2]

Turns out it was my VPN that was the problem.

[@andrewgibson7666]

Hi I missed your previous comment, can I ask what issues you were having with the vpn? I have firestick 4k max and when I open my vpn app the firestick freezes and restarts all by itself!

[@Melesx2]

@@andrewgibson7666 Hi Andrew, I run Kodi on my Firestick and use Trakt on it. I discovered both were not working when my VPN was connected but switch off the VPN everything was fine. I contacted my VPN provider, they are in the process of trying to find out what the issue is. But I have noticed I can’t access some shopping sites with VPN on.

[@postnatalmotcoach1006]

is this why there is so much scrolling on the side loading. the links are so interupted and more adverts !

[@Busdathead]

On my tv it's much faster and less buffering

[@Fozzee.1970]

mine keeps causing flickering on my sky!!

[@FredRainey]

The storage is way bigger then all other sticks

[@reeffreak911]

16 gb of storage is a big difference

[@frankmyers8035]

Not impressed. Bought an Nvidia Shield TV Pro for our main tv, and will never go back to a firestick.

[@leedsunitedandy]

What are they mate?

[@frankmyers8035]

Not cheap, $199.99 US

[@leedsunitedandy]

I mean do they operate like a firestick

[@frankmyers8035]

Oh, ya it runs Android so more similar to Google TV. Definitely the Ferrari of devices.

[@MaZEEZaM]

Who even has micro usb socket. It must require an adapter?

[@TheSmudgley]

What they should of done is be able to add a camera (webcam) so you can use WhatsApp and others 😮

[@hamishthecat4370]

USB 2.x = .5 amps, USB 3.x = .9 amps.

[@RetiredFan]

I don't think I will buy the new fire stick. If the port was changed to USB C I definitely would have because I really don't like how the grips(the two bottom pieces) can easily break on the charger.

[@robantlo227]

By 2025 I believe that it will come out with a USB C

[@jenniferdunning6183]

Can you show me stream locator as iv got the hub what do cannibals have for dinner baked be_ings on toast

[@andrewwigley2276]

Nope I won't ever use a firestick again much prefer a tivo stream 4k far superior in ever aspect including price