Smart TVs packed with a multitude of streaming apps weren't anywhere near as readily available, and as such, the likes of the Google Chromecast and Amazon's Fire TV Stick very much had their place.

The right streaming device can turn any TV into an entertainment hub. The best one depends on budget, favorite streaming ...

The Streaming Stick 4K gets you 4K UHD resolution ... Can't hide it behind a TV The Google TV Streamer takes everything that was great about Chromecast with Google TV — mainly the stock ...