Help with Amazon India Prime Video streaming issues - Buffering constantly

Have you tried switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data temporarily? Sometimes the router itself can be the bottleneck, even if the signal strength looks good.

I had this exact issue last month. The fix was simple: completely unplugging the router and the modem for a full five minutes. Don't just restart them, actually power cycle them. It clears out residual network errors that often cause streaming hiccups.

If you are on Wi-Fi, I strongly recommend checking if your router supports a specific QoS (Quality of Service) setting. You might need to manually prioritize streaming traffic for Prime Video. Also, check if any other devices on your network are running massive downloads or updates simultaneously, as this will steal bandwidth and cause constant buffering. Sometimes the problem isn't Prime Video, but the sheer number of devices competing for the limited bandwidth. If possible, try connecting your streaming device via an Ethernet cable instead of Wi-Fi to rule out wireless interference.

Lower the stream quality setting.

For Smart TVs, sometimes the operating system itself needs a deep clean. Go into the TV's settings and run a full factory reset of the streaming app, not just clearing the cache. It forces a fresh connection handshake with the service, which often resolves persistent glitches that simple updates miss.

Has anyone checked if Amazon is experiencing a regional service degradation? Sometimes, during peak viewing hours or due to infrastructure maintenance, the streaming service itself throttles bandwidth to prevent overload. Check Twitter or dedicated tech forums to see if other users in your city are reporting similar slowdowns. If it's a service-side issue, all you can do is wait for Amazon to fix it. Also, consider if your ISP is doing any form of content filtering or throttling that might affect video streams.

Try a wired connection if you can.

Also, check your account details. Sometimes, if there are billing issues or if you are on a limited data plan (if applicable), the streaming quality or availability can be restricted. Make sure your subscription is active and in good standing.

If none of the above works, the problem is almost certainly upstream, meaning it's your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Call them and ask them to run a line diagnostic test specifically for high-bandwidth streaming. Do not accept a simple 'everything is fine' answer. Insist they check the connection stability and throughput to your modem. They might need to adjust the signal strength coming into your home.