Amazon’s Fire TV Sticks and Roku’s popular streaming devices remain top choices for streaming movies, sports, and TV shows in many households. However, a new competitor has emerged in the UK market – Chinese tech brand Xiaomi has introduced its latest product, the TV Stick HD (2nd Gen), providing an affordable option to enhance any TV experience.
The Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) features a sleek design similar to Amazon’s Fire TV and Roku Sticks, with a built-in HDMI connector for easy plug-and-play setup on any TV. It also comes with a remote control equipped with shortcut buttons for popular streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube, offering convenient access to desired content without navigating through menus.
Priced at £39.99, the Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) is competitively priced with its counterparts. The standout feature of this device is its operating system – instead of Fire OS or Roku’s software, it runs on Google TV. This allows users to enjoy Google’s smart interface, built-in Google Assistant, and access to thousands of apps through the Google Play Store.
The remote control includes a dedicated voice button for easy voice-activated searches for movies, shows, and apps. Users can choose from a wide selection of apps, including games, and access free channels for entertainment without additional subscriptions. Additionally, Android users can benefit from built-in Google Cast for wireless streaming from their smartphones or tablets to the TV.
Equipped with a fast processor, dual-band Wi-Fi, and support for HDR10+, Dolby Audio, and DTS, the Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) ensures smooth playback and enhanced picture and sound quality. However, it only supports HD playback, lacking 4K Ultra HD streaming capabilities like some of its competitors.
For consumers seeking an affordable streaming device powered by Google TV, the Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) is now available in the UK for £39.99.