There's no fixed expiration date, but a few factors give a reasonable general timeframe.
Streaming sticks don't have an official expiration date, but most people find themselves replacing one every few years as software demands outpace the hardware.
Many streaming sticks remain comfortable to use for roughly three to four years before performance noticeably lags behind current app requirements.
Rather than going by age alone, our guide on signs it's time to upgrade your streaming device covers the specific symptoms worth watching for.
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