Problems with Hisense 55U7A functionality

[Whiffle]

Hi there.

My Hisense has always a bit temperamental when it comes to YouTube not working.

However, YouTube, Amazon and Netflix appear to have stopped working altogether.

Has anyone else had any issues with Hisense TVs?

 

[Whiffle]

I agree.

The TV, itself, is really great value but the Smart bit is really poor - very out-of-date and buggy.

I think I will just get a smart device, as recommended, and use that. Do you think a Firestick is preferable to the Google TV device?

 

[Whiffle]

Thanks - is that the case, even with the new Chromecast that has the remote?