The phrase "fully loaded Firestick" is commonly used in the UK to describe an Amazon Fire TV device that has been set up with access to an IPTV subscription — giving it live TV channels, sports, on-demand movies and series beyond what the standard Amazon streaming apps provide.
What makes it "fully loaded"?
A standard Firestick out of the box gives you access to Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and other streaming apps — all of which require separate subscriptions. A "fully loaded" Firestick typically refers to a device that also has an IPTV service configured, which adds:
- Live TV channels including sports, news and entertainment
- A large on-demand movie and series library (VOD)
- An Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
- Catch-Up TV on supported channels
- PPV events through sports channels
How it works technically
IPTV works by streaming content over your broadband connection rather than through a satellite dish or aerial. An IPTV player app — such as IPTV Smarters Pro or TiviMate — is installed on the Firestick. Your IPTV subscription credentials (username, password and server URL) are entered into the app, which then connects to the streaming server and loads your channel and VOD library.
Ryanix Store Firestick packages
Ryanix Store sells what you might call "fully loaded Firestick" packages: a genuine Amazon Fire TV device combined with a Ryanix Store IPTV subscription, ordered together. You choose the device (from the Stick HD to the Fire TV Cube) and whether you want a 1-Year IPTV subscription (+£60) or a Lifetime IPTV subscription (+£200).
After ordering, you receive the device and your IPTV credentials separately — you enter the credentials into a free player app on the Firestick to access your channels.
What the Ryanix Store IPTV subscription includes
- 25,000+ live TV channels
- 140,000+ movies and series on demand
- Live TV and sports (including sports channels with PPV events)
- HD and Full HD streaming
- TV Guide (EPG)
- Catch-Up TV
- Multi-device support
- Regular VOD updates
- Fast activation
- 24/7 Technical Assistance
Is it legal?
The Firestick itself is a legitimate Amazon product. IPTV services vary — Ryanix Store provides a commercial IPTV subscription service. The legality of IPTV services depends on whether the service holds the appropriate broadcast licences for the content it distributes. You should satisfy yourself on this point before subscribing to any IPTV service.
Which Firestick should you choose?
For most UK households using IPTV, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max (Newest gen) provides the best balance of performance and price. See our guide to the best Firestick for IPTV in the UK for a full comparison.