In this episode, I discuss what I’ve found dissecting the 5.2.1.1 Fire TV Software update, including a new app blacklist mechanism. Then I talk about upcoming new Fire TV and Fire TV Stick devices, as well as FCC documents revealing a new NVIDIA Shield TV. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer questions from the audience.
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Hosted by Elias Saba from AFTVnews.com
Recorded August 26th 2016
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Show Notes & Links:
Software update 5.2.1.1 blocks rooting with Kingo Root on the Fire TV Stick
Fire TV update 5.2.1.1 contains new “Not In My House” system app for more sophisticated app blocking
Amazon explicitly shows Kodi some love in the latest Fire TV software update
How to access the hidden Developer Tools Menu on the Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
Explanation of the System X-Ray bar on the Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
How to clear Kodi’s “first run help” screen on the Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
Fire TV and Voice Remote stock instability hint at new devices
Expanded developer options now allow Alexa Skills to stream audio
Amazon reportedly launching an inexpensive Echo-exclusive music service in September
TNT and TBS apps arrive on the Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
Five New Roku Models Leak — Three with 4K and Two with HDR
New Amazon Fire tablet makes FCC appearance
New NVIDIA Shield Controller passes through the FCC
New NVIDIA Shield remote passes through the FCC
How to set a custom Sleep Time on a rooted Fire TV or Fire TV Stick
How to set a custom Screensaver Start Time on a Fire TV or Fire TV Stick
How to update an app on the Amazon Fire TV or Fire TV Stick
How to change the default screensaver on the Fire TV or Fire TV Stick
How to install TWRP custom recovery on a rooted Fire TV 1
How to Remotely Control an Amazon Fire TV or Fire TV Stick via ADB
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