Amazon is rolling out a significant update to its Fire TV mobile app for UK users of the Fire TV Stick. The enhanced app will now offer a variety of new features beyond just channel changing. Users can now utilize their smartphones as a second screen to search for content, manage watchlists, and initiate playback on their TV.
The app has undergone a complete redesign to match the upcoming Fire TV interface, set to launch later this year. The updated look aims to provide a more contemporary appearance while enhancing overall performance and speed.
Moreover, the app functions as a virtual remote, allowing users to control channels, menus, and volume directly from their mobile device if the physical remote is misplaced. Amazon has announced the rollout of the redesigned Fire TV mobile app in the UK starting today, with availability expanding to all users in the coming weeks.
Amazon emphasized that the revamped app introduces new features that aim to redefine the Fire TV experience. While the app has served as a backup remote for many users, the latest version introduces powerful tools that extend entertainment possibilities beyond the TV screen.
The updated app enables users to browse content, manage watchlists, and play titles on their TV within a refreshed design that aligns with the new Fire TV experience.