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Old 05-17-2021, 06:35 AM
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Google recently released the Chromecast with Google TV streaming device. It offers 4K, is faster than the Firestick, has a better interface than the Firestick (and Roku in my opinion), AND you can sideload apps like you can in Firestick. In addition, the included remote is far more capable than either the Firestick or Roku remotes. It can turn your TV on/off, control volume (both of which the Roku do), and also can change TV inputs!

Keep in mind, if you get a Roku, you can't currently use YouTube TV. Roku has removed their app from the app store, and they are in a huge battle. If this were the Firestick or Chromecast, you could simply sideload the app.