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Streaming Boxes

Hands-on hardware guides for set-top boxes, sticks and mini PCs.

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Firestick Not Turning On? Here's How to Fix It (From Real Experience)

Is your Firestick not turning on? Before you assume it's broken, check the remote batteries. It's the most common cause I've seen. This guide walks you through every fix I've used on my Fire Stick HD and 4K Plus, from force restarting to spotting a broken HDMI extender.

Dana ReyesStreaming BoxesSep 30, 20268 min read0

Which Streaming Box Handles 4K HDR Without Burning Itself Out

We stress-tested four mid-range boxes for thermal performance and colour accuracy.

Mia LindqvistStreaming BoxesSep 11, 202611 min read0

Picking a Mini PC as a Living-Room Streaming Box

When a small x86 machine beats a dedicated set-top box, and when it absolutely does not.

Mia LindqvistStreaming BoxesAug 20, 202610 min read0