8 Fire TV apps for streaming free movies and shows
Forget cutting the cord. It’s time to cut down your streaming bill. But with these free Fire TV streaming apps, you’ll have plenty to watch.
What you’ll need to get started
Requirements
Before you start, you’ll need the following things to make the setup process easier.
How to set up your Fire TV
Once you unbox your new TV, the first step revolves around setting up the screen. If your device has Fire TV built-in, this will happen automatically after turning the television on. If you’re using a Fire TV device plugged into your TV over HDMI, then you’ll plug in the Fire TV device, switch your TV to the proper HDMI port, and then the process begins.
Initial setup process
Sign in to Amazon
Install services
Once the above steps are completed, your Fire TV device will bring you the stock Amazon TV splash screen, and you’ll have full control of your device from that point forward.
Basic Amazon Fire TV tips and tricks
Once your FireTV is set up, you can get even more out of the device with the following four tips:
More Amazon Fire TV FAQ
Q. What is the difference between Basic and Full Experiences on Fire TV?
Not all Fire TV devices allow for selecting a Basic or Full experience, including the Fire TV Omni series of TVs, but some do. Ultimately, the Basic experience is a slimmed-down version of the Fire TV interface. While it has less to interact with, it can feel less overwhelming.
Additionally, the Basic version doesn’t require an Amazon account, meaning live TV and streaming apps are your entire experience. It has a selection of apps, movies, and TV shows, but not as many as the full experience. You also don’t get to use Amazon Alexa.
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The Full experience, by contrast, requires an Amazon account, has access to Alexa, and gives you access to every compatible app, movie, and TV show available on the platform.
Q. How do I set up a Fire TV without the remote?
From a factory reset Fire TV device, or a Fire TV device that is fresh out of the box, there is no way to set it up without a remote of some sort. Some folks have had limited success plugging a keyboard into a TV with Fire TV built-in via the USB port or using a second Fire TV remote and pairing it with the Fire TV without one. However, if the remote is lost or broken, you’ll need to procure another one.
How to use Alexa to control Amazon Fire TV devices without a remote
No remote required – control your Amazon Fire TV from your Amazon Echo using your voice and the Alexa voice assistant.
Once the TV is set up, however, you can use the Amazon Fire TV app to control your device from your smartphone.
