So my old smart tv was really struggling. Too often my TV was freezing or forcing reboots and I just had a feeling it had to do with the processor being a little old and not being able to keep up with running all my subscriptions and apps. It's a 65 inch, so replacing it entirely would be out of my budget at this time.
The fire cube gave my TV a second life!
Now if you've ever owned an alexa device, you probably know the first time powering on and setting up your device takes ages. Well that was especially true in my experience with the fire cube. PLEASE NOTE! it does require an ARC HDMI!! Sometimes you have to turn on ARC in your TV settings, and it's usually a dedicated HDMI port. This was my first problem.
After I got that figured out, it probably took about 30 minutes to allow my cube to update and work at full capacity.
But once the initial set up was done, I did have a few minor bugs for the first week. Sometimes I'd turn the TV off with the cube remote and audio would continue to play and I'd have to manually turn off the cube with it's physical button. This only happened two or three times.
However, since pairing my alexa studios, this problem hasn't reoccured.
Now I do have a switch that will trip my breaker if it accedntly gets flipped, and my cube and wifi are on the same breaker. So I do have to delete and repair my home theater when this happens, for some reason it completely ruins the connection and I'm not sure if it's because all my devices go offline, or if the cube can't reestablish connection on its own.
Now, with all the quirks mentioned and dealt with. I love my fire cube!! Paired with my alexa studios watching TV or listening to music on my speaker group is awesome! There's one quirk about the home theater that irks me, but that's already been mentioned in my review for the studios.
As for the cube itself though, I don't have any of the old issues I was having with my smart tv! Actually browsing different apps and my overall experience is much easier and intuitive! I love that I can use my voice to talk to the remote, or any of my alexa devices set to control the cube to immediately open an app or go straight to a movie or show. I got the remote Pro and I love the additional 2 custom buttons, along with the light up feature in the dark. And the "find remote" function works perfectly!! No more arguing over who lost the remote! Lol
My partner was extremely skeptical about adding another alexa device to our home, he's not as tech savvy as I am, and he prefers to use his phone for smart controls. But even he has really enjoyed the fire cube! And honestly, that says a lot about this device!
Initial setup may be rocky depending on person to person, but once it's running at full capacity, it's an excellent device for upgrading an existing TV that isn't smart, giving a second life to a smart TV that's having difficulty, and even for the home theater set up.
If your buying a cube or fire stick for the theater set up, 1000% recommend two alexa studios. THIS WILL REPLACE ANY EXISTING AUDIO SET UP YOU HAVE THOUGH!!! theater mode cannot be paired with existing soundbars or other speakers.... Honestly not happy about that part... However!! The sound and quality I got from switching was worth it for me, though I had hoped to enhance my set up and not replace it...
With that said, this is a perfect addition to your smart home journey.
( would not recommend standard alexa speakers for home theater, even a cheap soundbar out performs two Alexas, but in my opinion, the alexa studios are a great trade even without the optional sub woofer.)
The cube is capable of being a standalone alexa device if you don't have other devices, and on its own, the cube will play audio through a soundbar, TV, and I believe even an auxiliary audio source if you choose not to do a home theater with Alexa but don't quote me on that last one because I didn't try it.
The cube can also easily pair to Bluetooth devices, so at night, I like to use my wireless earbuds without being too noisy.
Like I said the cube can be a stand alone alexa device if you don't have any other alexa devices, so if your on the fence about a smart assistant, this could be a really great way to break into that, while still having a device that can do more than just being a smart assistant.
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“A streaming box with no equal.“
—The Verge
The ultimate streaming experience
Our fastest ever streaming media player is 2X as powerful as the Fire TV Stick 4K Max. With a new octa-core 2.0 GHz processor at the center, you can launch and navigate apps quickly. Fire TV Cube also features Wi-Fi 6E support for smooth streaming and additional ports so you can connect and control other entertainment devices with just your voice. It's our most advanced streaming media player that delivers every time you hit play.
Take control without lifting a finger
Say, “Alexa, turn on the TV,” to start or “Alexa, open Prime Video,” to get to your favorite channels and apps with one command or use your voice to turn your volume up and down. Even from across the room and from any direction thanks to built-in mics and speakers. Enjoy convenient control of your entertainment, hands-free.
“Alexa, play 'Transformers: EarthSpark.'“
One cube. All of your entertainment.
The only Fire TV streaming media player that comes with a built-in HDMI input. Now you can connect your supported cable box and control live TV hands-free using Alexa or your Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced. Making access to live channels as easy as saying, “Alexa, tune to ESPN on cable.” Or you can connect your game console to easily switch between streaming to playing your favorite games.
With the Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced, you can control power, volume, quickly access your recently watched content, and surf live TV with dedicated channel buttons. All without juggling multiple remotes.
Wi-Fi 6E––the latest in smoother streaming
Fire TV Cube is the first streaming media player with Wi-Fi 6E support so you can get even smoother 4K streaming with less interference from other household devices. The latest Wi-Fi 6E with advanced tri-band technology delivers faster speeds, lower latency, and more bandwidth. Experience the benefit with a compatible router like eero Pro 6E. Fire TV Cube also features a new Ethernet port if you need a wired network connection.
Lifelike 4K, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos audio
From playoffs to premieres, turn your space into your personal movie theater, game room, sports arena, and more with support for cinematic 4K Ultra HD and support for Dolby Vision, and HDR. With Super Resolution Upscaling, you can also convert HD picture to 4K for better detail, contrast, and clarity. Plus, enjoy immersive sound with Dolby Atmos Audio support.
Complete the experience with Alexa Home Theater by wirelessly connecting to compatible Echo devices for audio across multiple speakers and inputs. Learn more about Alexa Home Theater.
Smart home control right from the couch
Say, “Alexa, call Naomi,” to start a video call right on your screen with a compatible webcam and Alexa Communications or Zoom.
You can also say, “Alexa, show me the front door,” to get live picture-in-picture view of your Ring camera without disturbing your show, check the weather, set timers, and manage your other smart home needs from your TV. Learn more about smart home devices.
“Alexa, call Naomi.“
A streaming media player. For players.
Enjoy quick-rendering graphics and fluid gameplay and with an 800MHz GPU. Fire TV Cube is ready for game night with Luna, Amazon’s cloud gaming subscription service with a selection of free games for Prime members. Dive into low-lag gameplay with Wi-Fi 6E advancements and Auto Low Latency Mode support that reduce interference and bring the fast speeds you need to stay competitive. Experience it with the Luna controller (sold separately).
No matter what kind of gaming you’re into, Games on Fire TV has you covered. Play games like you stream movies with Amazon Luna or download games from the Appstore. If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can play a rotating selection of games free on Luna.
How to set up and use
Step 1
Place Fire TV Cube at least 1
to 2 feet away from speakers.
Step 2
Connect Fire TV Cube to your TV's
HDMI port and home internet.
Step 3
Follow the on-screen prompts to set up
your entertainment systems.
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30% post-consumer recycled plastics in streaming media player.
100% recycled aluminum in streaming media player.
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This device’s packaging is 100% recyclable. Fulfillment center packaging not included.
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To reduce its energy consumption, this device will enter Low Power Mode when it goes to sleep. Learn more here.
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| Supported picture quality | 1080p Full HD (High Definition) | 1080p Full HD (High Definition) | 4K Ultra HD | 4K Ultra HD | 4K Ultra HD |
| Supported video | HDR, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, plus HDR, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, plus HDR, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, plus HDR, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Supported audio | Dolby encoded audio | Dolby Atmos audio | Dolby Atmos audio | Dolby Atmos audio | Dolby Atmos audio |
| Included remote | Alexa Voice Remote Lite | Alexa Voice Remote | Alexa Voice Remote | Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced | Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced |
| Storage | 8GB | 8GB | 8GB | 16GB | 16GB |
| Memory | 1GB | 1GB | 2GB | 2GB | 2GB |
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Technical details
Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen)
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Size |
3.38” x 3.38” x 2.99” (86 mm x 86 mm x 77 mm) |
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Weight |
513g (1.13 lbs) |
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Processor |
Octa-core 4x 2.2GHz 4x 2.0GHz |
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GPU |
800MHz |
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Storage |
16 GB internal |
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Memory |
2 GB internal |
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Wifi |
Wi-Fi 6E Tri-band. Also supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax wifi networks. For Wi-Fi 6E support, Fire TV Cube must be connected to the 6 GHz band of a Wi-Fi 6E network using WPA3 encryption. |
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Bluetooth |
Bluetooth 5.0 + LE. Pair with compatible Bluetooth speakers, headphones, video game controllers, and more. |
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Voice support |
Far-field and near-field voice support |
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Voice control compatibility |
Controls a wide range of IR-enabled devices, including TVs, soundbars, cable and satellite boxes, and A/V receivers. |
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Cloud storage |
Free cloud storage for digital content purchased from Amazon. |
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Ports |
HDMI 2.1 Input, HDMI 2.1 Output, IR Extender, Power, USB-A 2.0, Ethernet port 10/100Mbps |
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Audio support |
Dolby Atmos, 7.1 surround sound, 2-channel stereo, and HDMI audio pass through up to 5.1. |
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4K Support |
To watch movies and TV shows in 4K Ultra HD, you need a compatible 4K Ultra HD TV. All services may not be available in 4K/HDR. Certain services are subject to change at any time, may not be available in all areas, or in 4K/HDR, and may require separate subscriptions. Learn more about services. |
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Content formats supported |
Video: Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG, H.265, H.264, VP9, AV1, Audio: AAC-LC, AC3, eAC3 (Dolby Digital Plus), FLAC, MP3, PCM/Wave, Vorbis, Dolby Atmos (EC3_JOC), Dolby MAT, Dolby TrueHD passthrough, DTS passthrough, DTS-HD passthrough (basic profile), Photo: JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP |
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Output/Input resolution supported |
2160p, 1080p and 720p up to 60 fps |
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System requirements |
High-definition television with available high-speed HDMI input, high-speed internet connection via wifi or built-in Ethernet port, power outlet (compatible TV/sound/cable equipment for control by infrared or voice). High-speed HDMI cable rated 18Gbps or higher, and 4K TV with high-speed HDMI connector required for 4K viewing and more reliable device control. Wi-Fi 6E router needed for Wi-Fi 6E support. Auto-Low Latency Mode is included in the HDMI 2.1 standard. |
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TV compatibility |
TV must support minimum HDCP requirements for protected content playback. Compatible with 1) 4K ultra high-definition TVs with HDMI capable of 2160p at 24/25/30/50/60 Hz and HDCP 2.2 or 2) high-definition TVs with HDMI capable of 1080p or 720p at 50/60 Hz. Learn more about high-definition. |
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Warranty and service |
1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 2-year and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Fire TV is subject to the terms found here. |
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Content availability |
Certain apps and services are subject to change or withdrawal at any time, may not be available in all areas and languages, and may require separate subscriptions. |
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Accessibility features |
VoiceView screen reader enables access to the vast majority of Fire TV features for users who are blind or visually impaired. Screen magnifier enables viewers to zoom in and out, and pan around the screen. Text Banner consolidates onscreen text into a compact, customizable banner that appears on the screen. Watch videos and TV shows with closed captioning displayed. Use Audio Description for verbal descriptions of what is happening on the screen, including physical actions, facial expressions and scene changes. Captions and audio descriptions are not available for all content. Fire TV Cube (2nd and 3rd Gen) supports audio streaming for select compatible Bluetooth hearing aids and devices for a private listening experience. You can also listen to Fire TV with compatible Bluetooth headphones. Learn more about accessibility for Fire TV. Note: “Hearing aids” refers to compatible Bluetooth hearing devices such as traditional hearing aids, cochlear implants, and bone conduction hearing devices. |
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Included in the box |
Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen), Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced, power adapter, 2 AAA batteries, Quick Start Guide. HDMI, IR extender and Ethernet cables are sold separately. |
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Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Fire TV, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced
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Size |
38 mm x 158 mm x 17 mm |
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Weight |
51 g (without batteries) |
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Batteries |
2 AAA (included) |
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Technology |
Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Compatibility |
Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen), Fire TV 4-Series, Fire TV Omni QLED Series |
Sustainability features
This product has sustainability features recognized by trusted certifications.
Carbon impact
Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of this product were reduced compared to similar products or previous models.
As certified by
Reducing CO2 The Reducing CO2 label applies to products certified by the Carbon Trust, that are lowering their carbon emissions year after year for the full lifecycle of the product. The Carbon Trust was formed in 2001 and introduced the world’s first carbon label in 2007. It produces its certifications to global leading and independently verified standards. The Carbon Trust has a mission to accelerate the move to a sustainable, low carbon economy.
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Definitely an upgrade from the 2019 2nd gen Cube
I've had my 2019 Cube for close to 3 years. Definitely got my money's worth out of it. I've owned other devices and still own a 2017 Shield. The Cube has been my daily driver for a few years though because I love how everything integrates and Android TV just doesn't do it for me. I use my Shield for other things and my Cube for my paid apps. I bought the 3rd gen Cube the day it was available for pre-order, along with the Pro remote which isn't released yet. I bought it because my 2nd gen was getting really laggy and it was enough to irritate me. The upscaling (Super Resolution) is what I was most excited for though. I received my Cube on Monday, a day before I was supposed to. I immediately plugged it in. I have it hooked up to my 65" Vizio OLED with an $80 Audioquest HDMI cable. I turned on The First 48 which is only a 1080p show and was blown away by the results. It looked so good in comparison to my 2nd gen. Everything looks better, the menus, the picture, the color is more vivid, everything. (I know Always HDR mode was enabled in the picture, it comes enabled by default and I just hadn't disabled it yet.) The GPU along with the upscaling is a major improvement by the looks of it. The new processor is really good as well. It's very quick. It will scroll through menus as fast as I can push the button and loads images instantly. There's a new menu button to the left of the home button on the screen as my picture shows, that you can switch to the HDMI input. I haven't tested this input as of yet. There's a few new items in settings as well. The Cube itself is also a huge improvement. I think it looks 10x better than the 2nd gen. 2nd gen was nice, but the piano black plastic scratches as soon as you touch it, even with micro fiber so I haven't liked that material much. The new Cube has matte plastic around the top and bottom housed by a black-greyish fabric. It's really nice looking (same as the new Echo Dots) The speaker (Amazon Echo built-in) sounds alot better too. All-in-all I think it's a huge improvement from the 2nd gen and I'm so glad they FINALLY upgraded the Cube and that it kept its design. Really the only other thing I can think of that needs changed is to make it a 3gb RAM box. It's 2022, yet we're still using the same amount of RAM as the 2019 Cube. I just have a feeling in a year or two, this 2gb RAM on this device isn't gonna be enough and it's gonna struggle, but I guess we'll see. I can't comment on Wifi 6e as I haven't upgraded my wifi yet, but I will eventually. But right now I don't have a reason too. As far as the regular remote that comes with it, I guess it's a nice remote, I'm just not a fan of all the added buttons. I much prefer the 2nd gen Alexa remote that has your standard buttons plus the volume and mute at the bottom. I just prefer the simplicity of it and don't like the clutter of the new one. Also, new remote that came with mine has really loud clicks. It's rather annoying. I know it's not cause my old remote is worn, cause it's been pretty quiet since I bought it (not the original remote that came with the 2nd gen Cube) so either the new ones are just really loud or I just got a bad one, which has happened to me with a remote I've had on a previous device and had to exchange it cause it was so annoying. I am waiting on the Pro remote which has even more buttons but I bought it for the backlit buttons. While it has a couple more buttons than the Fire TV remote that came with it, it's smaller in size. Pro remote is 5.8" and Fire TV remote that came with it is 6.2". My 2nd gen Alexa remote that I bought for my 2nd gen Cube is 5.6" so I'm sure I'll like the Pro remote a whole lot better. So with all that said, I am still happy with my purchase and am glad I decided to upgrade.
