You can use your Amazon Fire TV Stick to control other smart devices in your home, such as the lights or a thermostat. Do this via the Smart Home Dashboard.

Amazon launched Vega OS, replacing Android on Fire TV devices for better performance and efficiency, but preventing app sideloading.

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Fox One gives cord-cutters access to Fox's entertainment portfolio, but don't expect all seasons of primetime hits or original programming.

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Google is making support for its Themed Icons feature mandatory by automatically generating themed icons for apps that don’t already provide one. This change addresses inconsistent home screens, as ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Amazon's Fire TV Stick lineup is a great way to make your old, dumb TV smart or to get an alternative to your TV's existing operating system.

While far from everyone can see this, a number of people are reporting that iPhone app icons on iOS 26 are appearing slanted, making some even feel dizzy. This is entirely an optical illusion. Take ...