Google Chromecast vs Amazon Fire TV Stick: Streaming Devices Compared

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Today two 3rd generation streaming dongles targeting the same audience go head-to-head.

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In our Google Chromecast vs Amazon Fire TV Stick review, delve into their specs and key differences to see which comes out on top.

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– The first generation Chromecast was unveiled in the US on July 24, 2013. – Alexa integration was introduced with the 2nd generation of the Fire TV stick in 2016.

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– Thefiveewhole5 total generations of the Fire Stick, including 4K versions. – Chromecast devices were briefly hacked in 2019 to bring security into light and promote PewDiePie.

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The Amazon Fire Stick TV lives up to its namesake, considering it resembles a USB drive. While the Chromecast is a little sleeker, the design makes it easier for you to access HDMI ports on some TV sets.

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Google Chromecast vs Amazon Fire TV Stick: Streaming Devices Compared

Today two 3rd generation streaming dongles targeting the same audience go head-to-head.

In our Google Chromecast vs Amazon Fire TV Stick review, delve into their specs and key differences to see which comes out on top.

– The first generation Chromecast was unveiled in the US on July 24, 2013. – Alexa integration was introduced with the 2nd generation of the Fire TV stick in 2016.

Must-Known Facts

– Thefiveewhole5 total generations of the Fire Stick, including 4K versions. – Chromecast devices were briefly hacked in 2019 to bring security into light and promote PewDiePie.

The Amazon Fire Stick TV lives up to its namesake, considering it resembles a USB drive. While the Chromecast is a little sleeker, the design makes it easier for you to access HDMI ports on some TV sets.

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