The Fire TV Stick is a wonderful device. It can turn your regular TV into a “smart” one. Since you don’t have to upgrade to a smart TV just yet, you can save a lot of money and still get the benefits of a TV with Internet capabilities.
Another thing that makes Fire TV Stick great is that you can download apps just like in your smartphone. In this article we will show you one application that you must have.
Challenges of a Smart TV
Keep in mind that since your TV is connected to the Internet, you may run into some challenges. One glaring example is getting a good connection to avoid that dreaded buffering.
Thankfully, you can download Analiti, which should be a mandatory Fire TV Stick app.
What is Analiti?
Analiti can help you analyze your TV’s signal connection so you can find better solutions if you are constantly besieged with the buffering problem.
Downloading the mandatory Fire TV Stick app is very easy. You don’t need a Downloader like with any other apps. Just use the search function of your Fire TV Stick App and it should pop-up, so you can then download it.
Working with Analiti
The first time you open Analiti, it will automatically start doing a test, which is crucial if you want to solve Internet-related problems.
Analiti features a lot of bells and whistles, but the ones below are the essential ones that you should know.
Wi-Fi Signal Strength
To check your Wi-Fi Signal Strength info, choose the section “Detailed Test” from the main menu. The reason why you should check the Wi-Fi Signal Strength is so you will know the status of the connection between the Fire TV Stick and your router.
For the Wi-Fi Signal Strength, a lower number is better. If you are getting a signal of above 50, then you’ll start to have problems. At 60 or more, it becomes unbearable. There are generally two solutions you can try.
The first thing you can try is to move the Fire TV Stick closer to the router. This is a free method, so it’s definitely worth a try. However, the downside with this solution is that you’ll likely need to move the TV. This is not a feasible answer in some cases. If that sounds like your situation, then you can try the next one.
The second solution is buying a mesh network. A mesh network is a device that comes with a “satellite” router. As a result, you can “relay” the Internet signal between the central and satellite router.
You can then place the satellite router near the Fire TV Stick, and this will solve your Wi-Fi signal strength problems. This solution may not be free but can solve your problem conveniently and effortlessly.
Underneath the Wi-Fi Signal Strength is the Wi-Fi Physical Speed, and this will tell you the Internet speed you are getting from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Sometimes, it’s not the Wi-Fi that’s causing the buffering but the ISP.
Wi-Fi Channels
From the main menu, you can choose the section “Wi-Fi Channels.” In here, you can explore the different Wi-Fi Channels that are available to you.
If you have multiple channels, Analiti will tell you the best channels to connect. Keep in mind that this is an “advanced” method, and it’s best that you know what you are doing before you play around with this feature.
Wi-Fi Networks
From the main menu, you also have the option of choosing the Wi-Fi Network. In this section, Analiti will give you a detailed look of your Wi-Fi network.
If you are running a mesh network, you have multiple signals, but it’s labeled in under one name in your device. With Analiti’s Wi-Fi Networks, you’ll be able to see a detailed view of the different connections.
This option is beneficial as you can connect to the specific router with the highest signal strength, fastest Internet speed, or both.
Conclusion
While Analiti may not directly solve your buffering problems, but it can help you discover the root cause.
Knowing the source of the problem is the first step in finding the right solution. Furthermore, it’s a free app, so there’s no need to worry about spending money on it. With all these benefits, it’s easy to see why Analiti is a mandatory Fire TV Stick app.
You can install Analiti via the WebSafetyTips FileLinked App Store.
Let us know in the comments below what you think about Analiti. Have you ever used it yourself?
