Tag: Fire TV
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An Amazon-Branded TV is Reportedly in the Works
Amazon may be branching out further into the world of TVs. While the retailer already has the Fire TV accessories that connect to your TV, Amazon reportedly has a full Amazon-branded TV line launching this fall. According to Business Insider, the TVs will be anywhere from 55 to 75 inches and come with Alexa. The…
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Video: The State of Smart TVs in 2021
In case you missed it, this week we spent some time exploring the world of smart TVs. In the video embedded below, we discuss the pros and cons to owning a smart TV, including why you shouldn’t feel locked in to a particular platform. In particular, we take a look at some of the biggest…
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Video: Cost Still The Top Cord-Cutting Concern, Roku Tops Rankings
This week, Jess and Philip returned to wrap up the results from our latest survey: the Cord Cutters News Summer Survey 2021. In this video, we dive into your most popular answers to questions like, “What streaming devices do you use?” or “Why did you cut the cord in the first place?” We also explore…
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Amazon Two-Way Video Calling on Fire TV Cube Now Includes Zoom
In December, Amazon introduced two way video calling for the Fire TV Cube to any other Alexa-enabled device with a screen. Now, the company has updated the feature and will now allow users to video call with the Zoom app. To access two-way video calling using Zoom, you will need to connect a webcam that…
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Verizon Fios Launches Apps for Apple TV and Fire TV
Verizon is adding more ways for viewers to watch Verizon Fios TV. Starting July 22, users can watch Fios TV on Apple TV 4K, Apple TV HD or Amazon Fire TV without having to use a set-top box on each TV. The Verizon Fios TV app was previously only compatible with mobile devices. To clarify,…
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Fire TV is Launching a Tokyo 2020 Olympics Hub on its Homescreen
Amazon Fire TV announced it will launch an immersive hub on its home screen for viewers to get easy access to all things related to the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics. Fire TV viewers will be able to access the ultimate destination for immersing themselves in all the great live and on-demand action. The hub will…
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New Sling User Experience Rolls Out on Fire TV
Earlier this year, we reported that Sling TV will be updating its app look across its compatible devices this summer. The rollout began in the past few weeks and has now reached all Fire TVs. Starting today, all Fire TV users will notice some changes to the look and navigation on the Sling TV app…
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Amazon Fire TV Update Rolls Out to 2nd Gen Fire TV Stick
Amazon announced today that the updated Fire TV experience will begin rolling out to Fire TV Stick 2nd Gen today. The company first announced the interface update in December, with only the 3rd Gen Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Stick Lite devices receiving the update initially. The all-new Fire TV experience then became available on the Fire TV…
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TikTok Launches a Fire TV App in Europe
TikTok officially has an app on Amazon Fire TV, but you’ll have to be in Europe to use it. Starting today, Fire TV users in the UK, France, and Germany will be able to access TikTok’s Fire TV app to watch videos and discover new content right from their TV. While it’s not quite like…
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Save on Amazon Fire TV Smart TVs and Streaming Devices at Amazon & Best Buy This Week
Some of Amazon’s most popular Fire TV devices and smart TVs are back on sale this week, with prices starting at just $25. You can have the products shipped free with Amazon Prime or choose the free in-store pickup option from Best Buy to get the deals. Here are the products on sale now through…