Amazon Fire TV Stick review: Getting what you paid for

When Amazon first launched the Fire TV Stick in late 2014, it almost seemed too good to be true. The thumb-sized device promised more power than the latest Roku box and a better app selection than Apple TV at less than half the price of either. It was only a little pricier than Google's Chromecast dongle, yet it managed to include a proper remote control and on-screen interface. Despite some early launch bugs and quirks, it was a great way to make your TV smarter on the cheap. Cut to 2016, and the competition has gotten tougher.