Amazon's newly announced Fire TV Stick 4K gets a 50% discount for a very limited time

Amazon has announced a new version of its Fire TV Stick 4K, which promises a faster streaming experience. According to Android Police, the new device turns on faster, launches apps 35% faster, and starts playing content nearly 20% faster. The Fire TV Stick 4K costs $59.99, but Amazon is offering a 50% discount for a limited time, bringing the price down to $29.99.

The new Fire TV Stick 4K runs on Vega OS, ditching Android, and comes with an improved remote control, as reported by 9to5Google and TechCrunch. The remote features an asymmetric design, a metal home button, and IR controls for other TV hardware. It also has a customizable Star button. Additionally, the device can be powered using a TV's USB port, making it easier to set up.

The new Fire TV Stick 4K is claimed to be 20-40% faster than other 4K streaming devices and TVs, according to 9to5Google and TechRadar. Amazon also says that Fire TV now offers integrated live content from over 40 apps, including YouTube TV and DirecTV, as reported by Techmeme.

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