A Fire Edition TV is a Smart TV that combines the functionality of a flash drive or Amazon Fire TV box with traditional TV functions. Amazon itself does not manufacture televisions but licenses Fire TV software to select TV manufacturers.
It is not necessary to connect a Fire TV key or other streaming devices to a Fire Edition TV as these functions are programmed into the TV.
Who produces TV Fire Edition
TV brands that produce Fire Edition TVs include:
- Insignia (brand of the Best Buy house)
- Toshiba for the United States / Canada
- JVC and Grundig specifically for the European market
Element has produced a line of Fire Edition TVs but has since switched to Roku. You can find some of the new or offered Fire Edition TV models.
Almost all Fire Edition TVs are LED / LCD TVs (Grundig includes an OLED Fire Edition TV in its range). Screen sizes range from 24 to 65 inches. Depending on the make/model, a set can support a screen resolution of 720p, 1080p or 4K. Some 4K Fire Edition TVs are compatible with one or more HDR formats.
What does an Amazon Fire Edition TV do?
Like other Smart TVs and Fire TV devices, Amazon Fire Edition sets offer access to streaming services such as Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Music, as well as Netflix, Vudu, Amazon, Hulu, YouTube, Pandora, and many others. You can access the services and apps through categories within an app store.
With a Fire Edition TV, you have the option of choosing the Full or Basic experience.
Full experience:
- Access to all Alexa streaming services, apps, and skills.
- Voice control and Alexa search (Alexa is automatically enabled)
- An Amazon account is required.
Basic experience:
- It is not necessary to register the TV on your Amazon account.
- Access only six streaming apps- Netflix, HBO, Playstation Vue, Sling TV, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video (Amazon account required).
- No Alexa voice control.
- No access to the Fire Edition TV App Store or Alexa skills.
What you can connect to an Amazon Fire Edition TV
In addition to streaming services and other apps, you can connect external devices to access more content.
The location of the connection may vary depending on the brand and model of the TV.
Wi-Fi and Ethernet– all Fire Edition TVs provide Wi-Fi and Ethernet for connection to a home network and the Internet.
HDMI– inputs HDMI are included for connecting a DVD / Blu-ray / HD Ultra Blu-ray player, cable box/satellite, game consoles. Support is also provided for HDMI-ARC and HDMI-CEC.
- HDMI-ARC simplifies TV connection with many home theater receivers and some soundbars.
- HDMI-CEC offers limited control of connected devices such as Blu-ray / Ultra HD Blu-ray and cable/satellite decoder via the Fire Edition TV remote control.
Composite video– Includes composite video/analog audio links that allow you to connect older devices, such as VCRs or DVD players that do not have HDMI outputs. However, Fire Edition TVs do not include component video inputs.
RF input– a cable connection is provided for the reception of TV broadcasts over the air. Connect an antenna and scan the available channels in your area.
USB– Fire Edition TVs provide a USB input that can be used in two ways:
- Play photo files and compatible videos from a USB flash drive or digital camera.
- Use a USB flash drive to pause live TV for 2 to 60 minutes.
Speakers and audio– Fire Edition TVs have built-in speakers, which can be improved with additional audio processing. For better sound quality, connect it to a soundbar or audio system using the HDM-ARC audio outputs, digital or analog optical if available.
The analog audio output also acts as a connection for wired headphones.
How to control a Fire Edition TV
Fire Edition TVs provide control and management of both streaming and traditional TV functions such as input and channel selection, image and audio settings.
Image settings can be applied to each input separately.
A Fire Edition TV can be controlled by touch or Alexa voice assistant using the remote control, the Fire TV mobile app or other Amazon Echo devices (using Alexa).
You can use Alexa to change channels, access and launch most apps, switch input sources and access the TV settings menu.
Since Alexa is integrated into a Fire Edition TV, you can use your voice to control other Alexa enabled devices, such as lights, smart speakers, etc. using Alexa’s abilities. However, the TV must be turned on for voice control to work for this purpose.
You can also use the Fire Edition TV’s Alexa feature to get information, like weather, news and more, just like you can with an Amazon Echo device.
Fire Edition TV and Fire TV Recast
If you pair a Fire Edition TV with a Fire TV Recast, you can use the TV to access and control the recording and playback functions of the DVR. After setting Fire TV Recast in the Alexa app, a DVR icon will be placed in the TV Fire Edition menu bar at the top of the screen.
Is it worth buying a Fire Edition TV?
Combining the functionality of a Fire TV key with a TV in one unit you get a smart alternative to TV that is very practical.
The configuration of a Fire Edition TV is similar to other Fire TV devices, with additional configuration options for accessing over-the-air TV channels, connecting external devices and images and sounds.
If you are a cable cutter that has an Amazon Prime account, use other Alexa-based devices and are looking for a smart TV that can integrate what you already have, a TV Fire Edition would be the best for you.
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