Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Review, Price and Where to Buy in Kenya

What is the Amazon Fire TV Stick ?

Amazon fire TV StickThe Amazon Fire TV Stick is a small device the size of a flash drive that plugs into a TVs HDMI port and converts your TV to a Smart TV.The Fire Stick enables any TV to stream content over WiFi such as Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, Pandora, HBO go, and much more.A remote control is included that works with buttons or voice commands, new versions now included Alexa Virtual Assistant.It can basically turn any TV into a Smart TV by simply plugging it into a HDMI video port.Introduced in 2014 the Fire Stick is in competition with Google Chromecast, and Roku.Amazons Fire Stick, Chromecast, and Roku, are a new breed of electronics called Streaming TV Sticks that stream movies and TV shows from online sources.

 Frequently Asked Questions.

1.Does Amazon Fire TV Stick Work in Kenya.?.

Yes.The Amazon Fire Stick works in Kenya,However one will need an Amazon account to use it.You can register a free account Here

2.What Do You Need to Use Amazon Fire TV Stick.?

For you to use the fire stick approprietly, you will require a TV with a HDMI port and  a stable internet connection.

3.Where can i Buy the Fire stick in Kenya at Low Prices ?

Instok Kenya is the authorized reseller for the Amazon Fire sticks and Amazon Devices in Kenya.Click HERE to Buy

4.How much is an Amazon Fire stick price in Kenya?

Amazon Fire stick  2nd Gen is Kshs.6,999 while the 4K variant is Kshs.8,500 Click Here to Buy.

5.What content will i Watch on the Fire stick.?

With the fire stick,you can stream hundreds and movies and Live TV for free.

6.Are there monthly charges involved?

At Instok Kenya,we enable you to watch and stream these content for free without monthly payment using a number of apps.However channels such as IPTV and Netflix will require you to pay.

7.What channels are Available on the Amazon Fire stick?

The fire TV stick offers a number of free channels including

  • Netflix.
  • Crackle.
  • HBO NOW.
  • Watch ESPN.
  • Watch HGTV.
  • CBS AllAccess.
  • Watch Food Network.
  • BBC News and Many more.

Some channels are restricted to viewers in the US only.We make these channels available  using 3rd party applications for smooth streaming.

Amazon Fire Stick Hardware

The first version had a Broadcom BCM28145 Dual Vore 1.2 GHz processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB Storage, 802.11n WiFi, and Bluetooth 3.0.

The new second generation has a Mediatek 8127D Quad-core ARM 1.3 GHz processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB Storage, 802.11ac WiFi, and Bluetooth 4.1.

The video output resolution is the same for both with High definition 720p or 1080p.

How to Set Up and Use Fire TV Stick

Step 1
Remove contents from the package and insert the two AAA batteries into the remote.

Step 2
Plug the power cord into an outlet and into your Firestick.

Step 3
Choose an HDMI port and plug the Firestick into your TV. If you have an HDMI port that is difficult to get to, use the provided HDMI extender.

IMPORTANT: It is NOT recommended to use a USB port on your television as the power source for the Firestick.  You should use the provided power adapter and plug it into an actual power outlet to avoid problems with the device.

Step 4
Select the HDMI Input with your television remote that you plugged the Firestick into.

Step 5
Usually, the Firestick or Fire TV will automatically detect the remote upon boot.  If not, you will need to pair the remote with the device itself. To do so, press the Home button Amazon Firestick Home Button on your remote and your device should pair. If it doesn’t automatically work, try using these tips to pair your Firestick Remote.

click home to pair

Once your remote has paired with the Firestick or Fire TV, press the Play button to begin setup.

press play button

Step 7
Choose your language. In this example, English (United States) is selected.

choose language

Step 8
Wait for Firestick or Fire TV to complete scanning for available networks.

connect to your network

Step 9
Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter your SSID and password.

Step 10
You will be prompted to sign in to Amazon.

If you do not have an Amazon Account, you will need to create one by clicking I am new to Amazon.

On the other hand, if you have an existing account, click I already have an Amazon account.

Step 11
Click Continue.

click continue

Step 12
You are then given the option to save passwords for your device. This will help you connect to compatible devices. Click Yes if you want Amazon to do so.

click no

NOTE: You can enable or disable this feature by clicking Settings > Network > Wi-Fi Passwords.

Step 13
You can then choose to enable Parental Controls or not. If you do, you will be required to enter a PIN before playing any content, launching apps, and purchasing digital content or products from Amazon.

choose your parental controls

Step 14
Next, you need to set up the provided Firestick remote with added power and volume buttons. Choose your brand of TV.

Choose your brand of tv

Step 15
Adjust the volume to sync the Firestick remote with your device using the Volume + button Amazon Firestick and Volume - button Amazon Firestick buttons on your device. Click Yes when you have selected your ideal volume.

adjust the volume to sync remote

Step 16
A video will then play outlining how to use your Firestick or Fire TV device. To skip, simply press the Fast Forward button Forward button Amazon Firestick on your remote.

to skip video, click fast forward on remote

Step 17
You may install any streaming services that you prefer. (If you are going to jailbreak your device, there is no need to install any available apps.)

click no thanks

Step 18
You can now access the Firestick home screen.

firestick home-screen

Firestick Setup is now complete. Enjoy!