Quality affordable smart devices are hard to come by. A quality 4K smart television will range anywhere from USD$1000 to $3000 dollars. If that didn’t make a big enough dent on your pocket, consider the price of a fully functional smart fridge is around USD$3000 to $6000! Thanks to the internet of things, there has been a steady rise in the number of smart home devices. Whether it’s bolstering your home security, simply purchasing cheap home automation or feeding your pet, there is an abundance of cool home gadgets that are not only affordable but functional as well. For the price-wary reader, not to worry, we will discuss the top five smart home solutions under USD$50.
Amazon FireTv Stick
The Fire TV stick is the affordable competitor to Apple TV and Chromecast. It entails an oversized USB thumb drive look alike, with an HDMI connector on one end and a Micro-USB socket on the other. It works by plugging it directly into your TV or using the included HDMI extension cable in instances where it won’t fit. To power it on, the included Micro-USB cable is connected to one of your TV’s USB ports or wall outlet. Amazon Fire Tv is designed to revolutionize your television viewing experience. Amazon packs an assortment of high quality shows that are both premium and free.
The Pros
- Fire TV stick has a new improved user interface that is an improvement over the 2014 version.
- This model comes with a quad-core processor for improved performance.
- Setting up the Fire TV stick is easy and doesn’t require specialized help.
- The service boasts a rich array of shows and movies from different sources such as Hulu, Netflix, and Fire TV prime all in one convenient place.
- The device has a voice control feature ( Alexa) which enhances and extends the traditional remote-controlled tv experience.
The Cons
- The Fire TV still encourages the age-old habit of channel browsing. Most people today know exactly what they want to watch. ( Not a big deal though)
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