India, May 19 -- Amazon has expanded its streaming device lineup in India with the launch of the new Amazon Fire TV Stick HD. The company is pitching it as a smaller and faster upgrade aimed at users who still rely on Full HD televisions but want access to newer streaming and gaming features without spending on a smart TV upgrade.

The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is priced at Rs. 4,999 in India. Interested buyers can purchase it via Amazon, along with platforms such as Flipkart, Blinkit, Swiggy and Zepto. Amazon says offline retail availability will follow later.

The new Fire TV Stick HD replaces older hardware with a redesigned body that takes up less space behind televisions. According to the company, the device is over 30 percent slimmer ...