The Amazon Fire TV Cube can indeed function as a hub thanks to its HDMI input feature. This is actually a pretty nifty addition because it means you only need one HDMI cable connected to your TV, simplifying your setup and reducing cable clutter.
Let me explain further. Normally, when you have multiple devices such as a cable/satellite box, game console, or Blu-ray player, you would connect each of them individually to your TV using separate HDMI cables. This can lead to a tangled mess of cables behind your TV and can be quite cumbersome to manage.
However, with the Fire TV Cube’s HDMI input, you can connect another device, such as a cable box, directly to the Cube. This means you only need one HDMI cable running from the Fire TV Cube to your TV, while still being able to access and control the connected device through the Cube.
Think of it as a sort of pass-through function. The Fire TV Cube takes the HDMI input signal from the connected device and passes it through to your TV, allowing you to switch between the Cube’s content and the connected device’s content seamlessly.
This can be especially useful if you have limited HDMI ports on your TV. Instead of constantly swapping cables or investing in an HDMI switcher, the Fire TV Cube acts as a hub, consolidating your devices and simplifying your setup.
I personally find this feature quite convenient. I have a cable box connected to my Fire TV Cube’s HDMI input, and I can easily switch between streaming apps like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, as well as live TV from my cable provider, all using the Cube’s voice commands or remote control.
It’s worth noting that the Fire TV Cube’s HDMI input supports up to 4K resolution and HDR, so you can enjoy high-quality content from your connected devices. Additionally, the Cube also supports HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which means you can control both the Cube and your connected device with a single remote control.
The HDMI input on the Amazon Fire TV Cube adds a great deal of versatility to the device, allowing it to function as a hub and simplifying your entertainment setup. It’s a convenient feature that reduces cable clutter and makes switching between different devices and content much easier.