Avoid buying these Fire TV Stick models if you want to sideload apps

Amazon is starting to crack down on sideloading apps. If you plan to install third-party apps on your Fire TV device, these ...

Amazon says restricting Fire TV sideloading is about safety. It's also about piracy

In a recent interview with Cord Busters, Aidan Marcuss, Amazon's VP of Fire TV, warned that sideloaded apps can carry malware and enable piracy. He stopped ...

Amazon's defense of Vega OS still doesn't explain why users should be excited, Fire TV or not

An Amazon exec says Vega OS makes Fire TV faster and safer. For users, it mostly means losing one of the biggest strengths: openness.
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Amazon revamps Fire TV and its mobile app to help you find shows faster

Amazon is starting 2026 by rethinking how people actually find something to watch on Fire TV. Ahead of CES 2026, the company has unveiled a fully redesigned Fire TV experience, alongside a revamped ...
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The Secret Fire TV Stick Hack That Amazon Doesn't Want You To Know About

It's pretty standard for streaming devices to come complete with preinstalled apps for your convenience. However, that doesn't mean you're completely limited to what's already there. You can still add ...