Although wifi has got faster and more reliable over time nevertheless it still does not come close to the speed and reliability of a wired ethernet connection. Whenever possible I prefer to connect my media devices using Ethernet and I was disappoin…
Although wifi has got faster and more reliable over time nevertheless it still does not come close to the speed and reliability of a wired ethernet connection. Whenever possible I prefer to connect my media devices using Ethernet and I was disappointed my new Fire TV lack that important connection. It is annoying that Amazon could not just add an Ethernet port to the Fire TV, but I suppose this way makes them more money.
Expensive compared to the many similar imported products this updated ethernet adapter will only work with the 2017 Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Sticks. This adapter allows your Fire TV device to connect to your network with an Ethernet cable rather than wifi. It also has a micro-USB power in port as the adapter connects to the port on the Fire TV.
In the box was just the adapter itself and a simple one-page User Guide, nothing else is needed or was included.
There is no set up required. Just connect it and the Fire TV device will recognise the connection and default to it. If you wish you can switch from ethernet to wifi in the Fire TV settings without needing to disconnect the adapter. You just connect it and it works.
Build quality is fine as you would expect from Amazon. No Ethernet cable is included, which is a pity as it one more thing needed to buy. It is a pity too that the USB cable is hardwired. I always prefer a detachable cable as it gives the option to replace it should it get damaged or swap for a longer one if needed.
That said. This is a well-made device that does the job simply and easily.
The Good
Good Build Quality
No Setup needed
Works straight from the box
The Bad
No ethernet cable included
Hard Wired USB Cable
Expensive
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