{"id":97838,"date":"2023-08-28T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.online-tech-tips.com\/?p=97838"},"modified":"2024-05-30T23:39:56","modified_gmt":"2024-05-31T03:39:56","slug":"how-to-update-your-fire-tv-device","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.online-tech-tips.com\/how-to-update-your-fire-tv-device\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Update Your Fire TV Device"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Amazon rolls out software updates to introduce new features and fix bugs on Fire TV devices<\/a>. Updating your Fire TV device can improve its performance and resolve other malfunctions.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tutorial will show you how to update the software on Amazon Fire TV<\/a> devices to the latest version. You\u2019ll also learn how to update your Fire TV Remote.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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Note:<\/span> The steps in this tutorial apply to all models or generations of Amazon Fire TV devices.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Update Your Fire TV\n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Amazon Fire TV device automatically downloads software updates when connected to the internet. The streaming device installs downloaded updates automatically when idle or not in use.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can manually download and install software updates in the Fire TV settings menu. Connect your Fire TV device to a Wi-Fi or Ethernet network and follow the steps below to update its software.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Select the gear icon<\/span> in the top-right corner of your Fire TV home screen.\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Select My Fire TV<\/span> on the settings page.\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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    1. Next, select About<\/span> on the \u201cMy Fire TV\u201d page.\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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      1. Scroll down the \u201cAbout\u201d page and select Check for Updates<\/span>.\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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        Your Fire TV should start downloading an update if its software is out-of-date.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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        If your Fire TV downloaded an update in the background, you\u2019ll find an Install Update<\/span> option on the screen. Select Install Update<\/span> to start the software update process.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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        The installation could take up to 30 minutes, depending on your Fire TV device and internet connection speed. Don\u2019t press any button on your Fire TV remote while the update installs.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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        Update Your Fire TV Remote\n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Does your Fire TV Remote occasionally malfunction<\/a>? Updating its software might fix the issue and get it working correctly again. You can update your Fire TV Remote\u2019s software in the Fire OS Settings menu.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Open your Fire TV Settings<\/span> and select Controllers and Bluetooth Devices<\/span>.\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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          1. Select Amazon Fire TV Remotes<\/span>.\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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            1. Navigate to your Amazon Fire TV Remote<\/span>. You\u2019ll find an option to update your Fire TV Remote if there\u2019s an update available for the remote control.\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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              Keep your Fire TV Remote paired or connected to your Fire TV<\/a> during the update. Also, don\u2019t move your Fire TV Remote when updating its software to avoid dislodging the batteries and interrupting the update.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Can\u2019t Update Your Fire TV? Try These Fixes\n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Here are some troubleshooting steps to take if you have trouble updating the software on your Fire TV.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              1. Check Your Internet Connection\n<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

              Problems with your internet connection can interrupt or prevent the download and installation of software updates. Check your network connection status if you have trouble updating your Fire TV device.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Go to Settings<\/span> > Network<\/span>, navigate to the internet network, and press the Pause\/Play<\/span> button on your Fire TV Remote.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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              You\u2019ll see \u201cConnected to Wi-Fi\u201d and \u201cConnected to the internet\u201d messages if your Fire TV has an internet connection.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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              Reboot or reset your router if the Connection Status page displays a \u201cConnected with problems\u201d or \u201cNo network connection\u201d message. Contact your internet service provider if the issue persists.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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              2. Restart Your Fire TV\n<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

              Does your Fire TV fail to download or install software updates despite having an internet connection? Restart the streaming device<\/a> and try reinstalling the update.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Head to Settings<\/span> > My Fire TV<\/span>, select Restart<\/span>, and wait for your Fire TV to reboot.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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              Alternatively, press and hold the Select<\/span> and Pause\/Play<\/span> buttons on your Fire TV Remote for at least five seconds.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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              Perform a hard reboot if your Fire TV or Fire TV Remote is unresponsive. Unplug your Fire TV power cable from the wall outlet and plug it back in after 10-15 seconds.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              3. Factory Reset Your Fire TV\n<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

              Reset your Fire TV to factory default if you still can\u2019t update the software on the streaming device. Note that performing a factory reset deletes your account information and downloaded content (apps, in-app purchases, etc.) on your Fire TV.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Go to Settings<\/span> > My Fire TV<\/span> > Reset to Factory Defaults<\/span> and select Reset<\/span> on the confirmation prompt.\n<\/p>\n\n\n

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              Get Your Fire TV Updated\n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Updating Fire TV devices is a straightforward task. The troubleshooting recommendations above should fix issues you might encounter while updating your Fire TV. Otherwise, contact Amazon Device Support<\/a> for technical assistance.\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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