Amazon’s newest Fire TV Stick HD is faster, slimmer and on sale for $20 - NBC News

What the report says

NBC News’ shopping vertical NBC Select reported that Amazon’s latest Fire TV Stick HD is being offered for $19.99, reduced from $34.99, a 43% discount. The article described the product as Amazon’s newest version of its popular streaming stick and said more than 10,000 units had been bought in the past month. NBC Select also noted that it may earn a commission when readers buy through its links.

According to NBC Select, the device plugs into a television’s HDMI port and is designed to provide access to streaming apps and free, ad-supported programming. The report said the Fire TV Stick HD supports 1080p Full HD streaming and Wi-Fi 6, and that its updated design is about 30% slimmer than earlier models, making it easier to place behind wall-mounted televisions. NBC Select said it can be powered through a TV’s USB port, which may reduce the need for a separate power adapter.

The article highlighted the included Alexa-enabled remote, which can be used for power and volume controls, voice search and personalized recommendations. NBC Select said major streaming services such as Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Peacock, Apple TV+ and YouTube are preinstalled, along with free services including Tubi, Pluto TV and Freevee.

The deal matters mainly for shoppers looking for a low-cost way to add streaming functions to an older TV or upgrade a compact streaming device. As with most limited-time retail promotions, availability and price can change, and buyers may want to compare features with other streaming devices before purchasing.