Today, purchasing a TV without at least some internet connectivity is increasingly difficult. Prime Video is a standard app on most smart TVs, and streaming Prime on your non-smart TV may be on your radar if you have a Prime membership. However, if you own a non-smart TV, this feature may not be available unless you use a Fire Stick.
A Fire Stick can be used on a non-smart TV as long as it has an HDMI port. A Fire Stick is inserted into the TV and uses an internet connection within the home to operate. The settings can be adjusted once the Fire Stick is inserted into the non-smart TV. Shows can then be watched and enjoyed.
Using the Fire Stick with Non-Smart TVs
- Fire TV StickFire TV Stick LiteFire TV Stick 4KFire TV Stick 4K MaxFire TV Cube
Although the 4K version adds little more than a leap in resolution, the Cube offers some interesting features, especially if you have a smart home.
As mentioned above, there are not a ton of major features that separate the four devices, but each has a few characteristics that make them different and worth considering.
Unfortunately, the four Fire Stick versions don’t come equipped to draw power from your TV. A dongle extension can either loop around and plug into your TV’s USB port, or they have to plug into a wall outlet or power strip.
Is a Smart TV or Non-Smart TV with Fire Stick Better?
This is where things get interesting. It’s a logical argument to make. Why bother with the higher overall cost of a smart TV when you can get the same streaming content with a plugin device?
