Amazon is set to provide UK users of its Fire TV Stick with a valuable new update in the upcoming weeks. The tech giant has unveiled a significant enhancement to its Fire TV mobile app, introducing various fresh features. Previously, this app primarily served as a channel changer, but it is now evolving.
Following the update, the app will essentially turn a smartphone into a secondary screen. Users will have the ability to search for and explore content, manage their watchlists, and initiate playback of shows or movies on their TV directly from their mobile device.
Furthermore, the app has undergone a complete makeover to match the forthcoming Fire TV interface, scheduled for release on screens later this year. The redesigned appearance aims to offer a more contemporary vibe while enhancing overall performance and speed.
Similar to before, the app can function as a virtual remote control. In cases where the physical remote is misplaced, users can still switch channels, navigate menus, and adjust the volume directly from their phone.
Amazon has confirmed that the revamped Fire TV mobile app is commencing its rollout in the UK today, with availability expanding to all users in the following weeks. In a statement, Amazon highlighted that the updated app “introduces new features that will revolutionize how you engage with your Fire TV experience.” The company emphasized that while millions already utilize the app as a backup remote, the latest version enhances the experience with powerful new functionalities that extend entertainment beyond the TV screen.
The latest app iteration now enables users to browse content, manage watchlists, and play titles on their TV, all within a refreshed design that reflects the new Fire TV experience.