Amazon has pushed software updates to the Kindle Fire 2, Kindle Fire HD 7, and Kindle Fire HD 8.9. All three updates bring new features to folks who own those tablets. But if you have a rooted Kindle Fire, this update will remove your root access. So if you want to keep root and h...
There are a few things to note, the first being that the update only applies to Fire tablets currently running Fire OS 5, Amazon’s own take on Android 5.0 Lollipop. In addition, if you’re coming from an older version of Fire OS and had your Fire tablet encrypted, the update essential...
Amazon has released a software update for its Kindle Fire tablet, promising enhanced "fluidity and performance." But the update doesn't mention anything about improved browser performance, and our own testing suggests the browser is inexplicably slow.
This method attempts to permanently disable ads, but it does this partially by blocking the tablet from receiving over-the-air software updates from Amazon. I’m not really a fan of taking that step, since it means you won’t receive feature or security updates for your device, which could...
Amazon today announced Show Mode: a new hands-free Alexa experience for Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 10 tablets that provides full-screen visuals that complement voice responses from Alexa. Amazon also announced the newest addition to its Fire tablet lineup - the new Fire HD 10...
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Update (2016): What works and what doesn't when set up a Google account on Amazon Fire tablet? 1. For Fire tablet 5th generation(Settings–Device options –Device model) If you have own the current generation (5th) of Fire tablet, you can use Google Play store as well. Just install ...
Amazon Fire Max 11 is the first “premium” model of the Fire tablet product family after Amazon discontinued theKindle Fire HDX 7 and HDX 8.9in 2015. Although it only costs less than $230 (usually on sale for as low as $150), it has some interesting features, such asfingerprint ID,ac...
Your Fire TV Stick won't update When it comes to anything tech, software updates are the key to a balanced breakfast, and this is no exception for Amazon's Fire TV Stick devices. While the Fire TV Stick should perform automatic updates to ensure you're getting the best user experience, ...
You can also use Fire Toolbox to disable or hide Amazon apps you may no longer need or want to see on your tablet. You may run intosome apps that don’t behave properlydue to the differences between Fire OS and stock Android software, and in the past I’ve had a bit of trouble wi...