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Thanks! It isn’t quite the same as just using the fire remote alone but it doesn’t feel much different. It is pretty solid and reliable. I haven’t had any issues with mine. I also use it to do the power on and off on the tv and volume on a soundbar besides switching hdmi inputs. It also turns a fan on and off.

Build quality is pretty good though the only thing is that the remote will be a bit wider.

There are also versions like this:

SofaBaton F2 Universal Remote Attachment for Amazon Fire TV Streaming Player with Power Volume and Mute Buttons (New Model, Alexa Voice Remote Not Included) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MCQRSHZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ckKCDbG97AR5V

I haven’t tried that one though

Aw shucks is correct. The app u/instantbitsapps made called web video cast is excellent. I'd love to see it on iOS. Very active Dev updates the app frequently.

iOS options:

Rocket Fire Video Cast for Amazon TV: Best browser to streams movies using Fling by Omar Mody
https://appsto.re/us/1Rcuz.i

iWebTV for Chromecast, Fire TV & More - cast, stream & watch online videos with the best by Swishly inc
https://appsto.re/us/XtPK7.i

Video & TV Cast for Fire TV: Best Browser to stream any web-video on HD-TV displays by 2kit consulting
https://appsto.re/us/flWy6.i

Or AirPlay to this app (it will not do DRM protected content):
http://www.amazon.com/x5434-x6C5D-AirPlay-DLNA-Receiver/dp/B00LAT7QV6

The FireTV Stick (and Chromecast, for that matter), generally have to play back content that's stored someplace else.

That might be a service like Netflix, or it might be off your phone, via an app.

Plex allows a computer that you control to act as that source-- you install the Plex server software on there, then tell the FireTV stick to get content from that server.

One thing to be aware of is that the computer where you install it has to be somewhat powerful, as the Plex app on the FireTV stick won't convert the video for you.

A somewhat simpler solution is Vimu Media Player- http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JZXJNNS?redirect=true&ref_=kinw_myk_ro_title

To use that, you just have to share a directory on your computer (or laptop), then install the app on your FireTV stick. When you run the app, you point it at the shared directory, and it just plays out-- the computer or laptop doesn't do any work other than to spit out the file.

The Plex interface is much fancier-- it will pull down the theme sounds for TV shows, grab synopses and posters for your content, automatically group stuff by show and season, etc, whereas Vimu just shows you a list of the files.

But since Vimu doesn't require anything other than a directory to be shared, it's a bit more straightforward to set up, and you don't need to worry about if your computer or laptop is up to snuff.

Vimu also seems to be better than Plex at dealing with surround sound & multiple file formats, but I gave up on Plex quite a while ago, so I don't know if they've caught up or not.

For $2.39, Vimu might be worth the experiment to see if you like it and if it's playing your content.

Thanks appreciate the feedback.. Funny you say all that because now that i spent a little more time on research i found the Amazon remote app. Also found a 3rd party app (wukong remote). Do you have any experience with that one? I will try tonight when i get home from work. Wukong remote even has a quick launch for apps!!!
Was considering this (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BALK9CM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_2&smid=A1VCRDPIX0NQ5B) remote, but will hold off til i try amazon remote and Wukong Remote.. I will keep you posted if interested....

Thanks again for taking the time to reply

It's not pretty but it works. 😅

Here is the link. They are like $6

Easycargo 9pcs Raspberry Pi Heatsink Kit Aluminum + Copper + 3M 8810 Thermal Conductive Adhesive Tape for Cooling Cooler Raspberry Pi 4, 3B+, 3B, Pi 2, Pi Model B+ (Green (9pcs)) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07J6N8659/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_n.JjDbM1XA85F

First I tried just putting some holes in the case for air flow and heat ventilation but that didn't help much. Thing looks like a zombie now, haha.
Must be working because the heat sinks get so hot they burn me if I touch them.

Anyone else tried this?

More pics:
https://ibb.co/J50yyJR

https://ibb.co/jRHtmhV

https://ibb.co/qrH8CP1

You need to use mouse toggle to help with this.

Mouse Toggle is not easy to see, but you can make it work. When you get the config file page, start at the upper right. Get there by hold the the up and right on the directional pad for about 5 seconds. You have to play around with this until you see a selection light up. Once you can see that, work your way to the menu on the left.

I suggest installing Total Commander as that may help with any permission issues on copying the config. I was able to make it work a few times last week on a few more firesticks. Thanks to Alex from this post.

Hope this helps. I have done about 15 firesticks now. It can be tedious to work with Mouse Toggle, but it gets the job done.

Last night I was able to sideload 3.2.1.028 through explorer (I don't know why it wasn't letting me download before)

App had no problem logging in after entering my credentials and I was able to stream live channels just like the old go app. (plus the guide bit is really helpful too)

We have this remote and it works like a dream.

Hope this helps!

> Power adapter

THanks ok. I am kind of confusing myself. So if I got that cable (linked below), how would I give it power? Do you think you can send me picture of it (whether its ur setup or one from online so i can visualize it?)

So would I need to purchase this stuff?:

Micro USB 2.0 OTG Cable
https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Adapter-Samusung-Android-Function/dp/B00LN3LQKQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1485041218&sr=8-3&keywords=Micro+USB+OTG

USB 3.0 Hub, Atolla 4 Ports Super Speed USB 3 Hub Splitter With On Off Switch With 1 USB Charging Port
https://www.amazon.com/Atolla-Splitter-Switch-Charging-Length/dp/B00W9FLKTY/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1485041413&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=usb+splitter&psc=1

Don't know what that means but check this out and thank me later.

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Got it now. Maybe this?

This OTG cable works just fine with my 4K Stick. Which model is your device? Also, 4K Stick only supports FAT32 - exFAT or NTFS simply does not work.

I wound up returning it and am getting this one instead.

One thing I need for the perfect experience is the need for a remote-style handhold when not typing in search keywords so operating this one was awkward one handed.

I don't know anything about it, but apparently it's only for Canadian users? Here is a link to the app in Amazon Canada's app store:

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0789RWQK1/

You'll probably have to use a VPN to make Amazon think you live in Canada if you don't.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZV9RDKK/ref_=fs_ods_fs_smp_tk#compare

8 Gig is not too shabby. You would think they could do a better buffering.

Yes, it works, I have a Gen 2 firestick with an air mouse attached with this adaptor:
Micro USB Host OTG Cable with Micro USB
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00LS6B4R8/

FireTV Box, a huge step up from the Stick. I use a mini PC as my primary, the prices and size varies. Here is a pic of my set up for size reference..

There's a lag on the app, and IR controllers through cec TV lag big time. I got a Bluetooth rii+ from amazon. It's awesome. Back-lit qwerty keyboard, TouchPad, and works like a normal remote too. 25 bucks or so. Make sure you get the Bluetooth one. I mistakenly bought the ir one first and it's 8 bucks to return it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GCPVZDW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487892839&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=rii+i8+bluetooth&dpPl=1&dpID=51PD4FJgqUL&ref=plSrch

I am using this add-on and it works:

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https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MRFY61G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

if u bought it on amazon within the last 3 weeks u have a gen 2, they stopped selling official gen 1s around the beginning of October

gen 1
https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Fire-TV-Stick-Streaming-Media-Player/dp/B00GDQ0RMG

gen2
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZV9RDKK/ref=ods_dp_mamv_tkprstrp