In this episode, I go through everything that’s new and that’s changing with the Fire OS 5 software update for the 1st-gen Fire TV. Then I show off the brand new Nyko Cygnus game controller and give my first hands-on impressions. The show ends as always with a answers to a bunch of questions submitted by viewers.
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Hosted by Elias Saba from AFTVnews.com
Recorded January 22nd 2016
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Show Notes & Links:
Everything you need to know about the Fire OS 5 update for the 1st-gen Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
Sideloaded apps like Kodi can now be launched from the Fire TV ‘Apps’ section
Overview of Fire OS 5 software update changes for the Fire TV Stick
How to launch Kodi (or any app) by double pressing the HOME button
Plex updating app with fresh new interface
How to partially or entirely move Kodi data to external USB or MicroSD storage
App Permission REquest Screen for USB Storage
How to block software updates on the Amazon Fire TV or Fire TV Stick
How to connect to a Fire TV or Fire TV Stick via ADB
FireStarter adds Fire OS 5 compatibility with new v3.0 update
Amazon has switched to incremental software updates for Fire OS 5 on 2nd-Gen Fire TV
Amazon shopping partially available on Fire TV, with full shopping feature postponed
Amazon launches add-on subscription service for TV networks and media collections
Nyko debuts new controller with identical button layout to Fire TV Game Controller at half the price
Nyko Cygnus Game Controller on Amazon
Amazon Fire TV Game Controller
App Deal: Xenowerk down from $1.99 to $0.99
First season of Amazon’s original series ‘Mad Dogs’ is now available
Mad Dogs first season on Amazon
How to force all sideloaded apps into landscape mode on Fire TV
Factory Reset on Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick Explained
Elgato Game Capture HD60 on Amazon
Etekcity 1×2 HDMI Splitter on Amazon
Mouse Toggle for Fire TV for Android
Mouse Toggle for Fire TV for iOS
Netflix cracks down on proxy streaming
The Amazon Fire TV 2 has been Software Rooted
Fire TV Stick with Voice Remote
Fire TV Stick with Non-voice Remote
PS4 DualShock Controller Key Layout Remapping
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