Own a Fire TV? I changed 10 settings to make the system run like new again

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• If your Fire TV feels sluggish, there are things you can do.
• Quick settings changes can make a big difference in performance.
• Implement these tweaks to help your Fire TV run faster and smoother.

If it seems like your Fire TV or Fire TV Stick is running slower these days, I've been there, and it can be infuriating. You go to settle in for a binge-watch session only to face buffering circles and laggy navigation. But don't blame your internet connection. From my experience, after poking around settings, it's the Fire TV's own software and features that are the real culprits.

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