Hidden Tips and Tricks For Your AMAZON FIRE TV STICK!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Check out our Part 2! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH3Vq3Sio7GWhqM

[@eraxpar66]

Heck yeah finally found someone that fits my narrative when it comes to teaching on social platform such as KZbin! Perfect integration of KZbin presentation 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@AutomateYourLife]

Oh thank you! Such kind words

[@MickeyMishra]

this is another reason why are screen is awesome and why these Amazon sticks are so great because not only are they more powerful than some tablets relationship maybe five or even stuff that was released just a few years ago but streaming to these devices makes it so wonderful especially when you have a projector in your setting it outside

[@AutomateYourLife]

A projector with one of these outdoors would be REALLY nice. Good idea Mickey!

[@duany2292]

I just bought a Fire tv. I have been using a fire stick with my previous tv. I think you get the same features without the stick. Your thoughts please. Thank you.

[@AutomateYourLife]

It's close. The Fire TV Sticks have less features in some cases vs the Fire TVs themselves. The Omni series usually is closer to a Fire TV Cube (the top), while the 4 series is more like a Fire TV Stick.

[@thensr2011]

Great tutorial & information dissemination. I'm not computer literate but, I think that I can clearly follow those instructions 😉 👍

[@AutomateYourLife]

Great to hear! Get 'er done!

[@donnalynn2]

I lost a Firestick remote which was never recovered, they are so small so what I found which was invaluable is I got velcro that has sticky tape on it. It works so well! I can even remove the tape and it doesn't leave a residue on surfaces. Got it on Amazon pretty cheap. Now all my remotes are attached to the table next to my chair and I haven't lost one since.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Smarter than I Donna!

[@digssoul2454]

I did something similar but now my girl has a bald spot on the back of her head.

[@crazycressy7986]

It's down the side of your sofa lol

[@Krisp138]

Mine broke. You may as well buy a whole new device on sale for the price.

[@peteowen3539]

The new Remote Pro. This has backlit buttons and a find me feature!

[@scottyreme]

What do you recommend for a replacement for SmartDry since SmartDry has been discontinued? It seemed like a great idea for saving not only time but also money buy not running your dryer longer than necessary I would love to find a similar product that does the same thing Thank you for your great videos they are a tremendous help to automate my home Thanks again Scott

[@AutomateYourLife]

Sadly, I haven't seen another sensor that goes inside the dryer! Sorry!

[@psfgtech]

My Camera System is what Im interested in. Thanks, you offer great communication

[@AutomateYourLife]

Good luck!

[@abhishekroy8490]

Hey Brian, a very brilliant video. Had a quick question. How to use the voice assistant (Alexa on the phone) to give commands to the Fire Stick / TV ? (instead of opening up the Fire TV app on the phone or press+hold the voice button on the Fire Stick remote)?

[@AutomateYourLife]

So if you have an Android you can do that! Just use the name of your TV and there are a few commands you can give. Not everything! Don't expect the moon. However, you can also create shortcuts to do things on your Fire Stick with Routines now. Check out this video for a little more insight into that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foWrpoGkdsuWsKc

[@faengelm]

WOW! I had to stop the playback right at 1:24 and check out the non-auto play feature. Excellent find! Now, can you find a similar setting for Netflix? :)

[@AutomateYourLife]

I wish!!! Not yet Frank but if I do, it'll show up!

[@berylwhite2983]

So informational I watched it twice! Not sure what I'm going to do with it. Have a great one and thanks

[@AutomateYourLife]

I hope you can do a lot with it Beryl! That's the point!

[@bobmcgan3655]

@@AutomateYourLife ppl

[@randolphfullwood4813]

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[@MikeHarrisHazchem77]

Informative

[@jestinalafoucade1335]

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[@JOHN-322]

Thanks Brian. You and your family stay safe.

[@AutomateYourLife]

You too sir! Thank you.

[@marcoontingco5370]

i recently purchase Firestick tv 4k and thinking of buying a Chromecast with google tv to replace it while i start my smart home setup which at 1st i intend to do a Google ecosystem but watching tons of videos including yours i think Amazon is a better option for me at the moment. thanks

[@AutomateYourLife]

Enjoy it Marco! Both are great options!

[@silvana7413]

Thank you very much you have a wonderful channel , you gave me many new ideas for my firestick ❤️

[@AutomateYourLife]

Happy to hear that!

[@gregreed247]

I can’t find the list of devices you showed. Maybe I need to be on desktop and not my phone? Or maybe it’s buried in the comments? I’ll figure it out. Great video, tons of help! I’m super deep into the Alexa ecosystem, just wish I’d found your channel sooner! Liked and subscribed!!❤

[@AutomateYourLife]

Yeah there should be links in the description! Also though, there's an updated version of this video that might be more beneficial for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH3Vq3Sio7GWhqM

[@nuts4steel]

Nice autographed pic of the captain #19, 2nd best red wing of all time !!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Best player of all time

[@nurshark10]

If you buy the dual hdmi cables, can you play a Roku and Firestick simultaneously! Thanks so much for sharing this. I’m 62 and I need your help. Please respond to help me. Thanks so much!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Hey there. I'm not sure it would help! These should generally go in separate ports in the back of your TV and then everything will work great. What would be your goal with the dual cables?

[@stephenheavey3417]

Brian you referred to a "little tile sticker" that can be used for locating a remote. And there was a picture os something attached to the remote. Where can I get more info since your explanation was very much on the lite side. I have no idea what you are explaining. Thanks

[@AutomateYourLife]

Yeah so that was the product exactly called Tile Sticker! You can find them here: geni.us/TileSticker4PackAYL (Amazon affiliate link)

[@whatwouldpicarddomakeitso9607]

Thank you for sharing. I have a fantastic tv ,excellent picture , I don’t watch tv much so won’t replace it ..but it’s a plasma, can you tell me please is the fire stick screen savers likely to give screen burn. I already have some from subtitles as hard of hearing .

[@AutomateYourLife]

I think it'll be OK. I don't know your TV, but I have an older plasma and haven't seen the burn in occur. The pictures move fast enough.

[@helifynoe9930]

Us old school folks have to deal with our old theatre sound systems. Personally, I am stuck with my old speakers that each contain one 15" woofer, 2 mid-range dome drivers, and 4 dome tweeters. So we have to deal with things like floors shaking, and the jumping out of ones seat when action movies suddenly go into audio shock the heck out of you mode. Yep, it is tough for us old fogies. I built those speakers back in 1976.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Fun few conversions to do there to get it to work with the new streamers, but I'm sure you manage :)

[@T3CHGY007]

The echo sub works fantastic! I highly recommend that set up!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Yeah I love it. Big sound!

[@nilz2509]

Thinking about this set up too, I wanted to ask, can I put the Echos at the back of the living room so have sound playing from them and the TV? Would it sync properly or would there be a delay?

[@marcialvasquez5461]

@@nilz2509 You shoud be ok Amigo //audio freq.s are very well maintained when or in same room /hub

[@miguelalt8855]

Thank you, very knowledgeable nice video. I was wondering if maybe you know the answer, I just purchased the Amazon Fire Stick 3rd GEN 2021 that I connected to a regular

[@AutomateYourLife]

You never finished the comment 😃

[@helpontheway]

@@AutomateYourLife rip I guess?

[@AutomateYourLife]

Yuh

[@giantessmaria]

wow, wonderful info, thanks!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zoommonkey]

Thumbs up and flow just for the Yzerman photo on the wall. I see you have refined taste. GOAT

[@AutomateYourLife]

Ahahahaha thank you!

[@safespacemeditation3072]

Thank you for this VIDEO

[@AutomateYourLife]

My pleasure!

[@mikelarocque8372]

Very helpful video. Good job!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@m3rdpwr]

I've been using Tinycam pro for many years, great product. When I have a new model camera, I contacted them to give them access so they can add it as an option.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Oh? Do tell...who did you get added?

[@m3rdpwr]

@@AutomateYourLife it was a over a year ago, but it was one of those dbpower outdoor bullet cameras. I'm in the process of replacing all the cameras throughout the house. Many of them are about 10 year old PTZ cameras I got back in the day. it's amazing how much I paid then, versus how much the new ones are that are so much better. Progress I guess!

[@arcipelagos1]

Hi Brian, excellent tutorial, thanks! One question, I have an HD 2021 firestick connected in Bluetooth to my LG soundbar. Although it is connected I need to pair them every time I want to use it. Is there a way for an automatic connection between the two systems? Thanks!

[@AutomateYourLife]

I think this is just the way you'll find a few Bluetooth devices. In fact, I don't have anything that stays connected myself now that I think about it... You shouldn't have to pair, but maybe yes, click on the item in Bluetooth settings to get it to re-pair.

[@stashar.4535]

Do you have a link to that dryer sensor? I would love to purchase one of those. :)

[@AutomateYourLife]

Sad story on that...they just went out of business and shut down the service. :(

[@rutilio61]

Hi , great video, I have a question at min. 10:18 it show you have 6.75 GB of 12.98 GB available, are you on a Fire TV Stick? If yes, can you elaborate on your storage? Thanks

[@AutomateYourLife]

Sorry, that's a Fire TV Cube there. :)

[@sorinblaga5981]

Thank you , man ! Really useful !

[@AutomateYourLife]

Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@patrickwilliams8585]

Thank you for that information my guy!

[@AutomateYourLife]

You bet! Thank you!

[@johnhennigan1094]

Very good glad I've just subscribed.ty

[@AutomateYourLife]

Awesome, thank you!

[@JoshKaufmanstuff]

Do you recommend this doorbell over the 'Ring' doorbell?

[@AutomateYourLife]

No! I think the Ring versions integrate best with Echoes and Fire Sticks

[@RodrigoDias-t1d]

Is this work with Lorex cameras ?

[@priyunk]

Hi , Nice video. I recently purchased FireTV stick 4k. I want to control the volume of the bluetooth device like Airpods which are connected to Fire TV. is there a simple way to do that. Anytime i use Fire TV remore, it only controls the TV sound and not the blutooth device's sound connected to it.

[@AutomateYourLife]

You're the 2nd person to tell me this this week...not sure there is just yet. I haven't found it anyways.

[@faengelm]

at 5:40 when you setup Alexa Notifications, if you don't have Smart Dry or another Skill that generates a notification, you can install the developer skill "Quote Maker" to see what they look like

[@AutomateYourLife]

Oh thanks Frank! I didn't know about that one.

[@faengelm]

@@AutomateYourLife You can also go into Reminders & Alarms and set one to announce on the Fire TV... full screen and stops the show!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZe4q2yOeNGNjcU

[@lindajones6232]

Try taking off the extension plug on the fire stick x

[@AutomateYourLife]

Yeah?

[@sgleaso]

New Firestick stopped working after a week. Ordered new industrial batteries that haven't arrived yet. Tried to reset remote, but I'm not techy. Could it just be bad batteries?

[@KCnLex]

You speak almost as fast as I do! Appreciate the information, but for the novice I needed to slow you down or relisten as I couldn't catch what you were saying. What I did understand, I appreciated!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Hey Karen - Sorry! I have been moving a little quicker lately that's for sure. Hopefully you can rewatch and if there's something not clear just ask :)

[@derekdodge_0078]

Thanks for the advice

[@AutomateYourLife]

Any time!

[@jftman53]

My fire remote seems to kill the batteries fast. I also have to open the remote and spin them to get it to work much to often. I just resort to using my iphone or ipad apps for remote control. Should I call amazon for a replacement? It is the gen two fireStick.

[@AutomateYourLife]

It kinda sounds like you have an issue there. I would check in with them for sure to see if it's a known issue.

[@DuckingAround58]

Love the idea of the tiny can app. Great video

[@AutomateYourLife]

Thanks Charlie!

[@juniorgarcia114]

Can u show how to set it up with your wify cameras?

[@AutomateYourLife]

Sorry Junior. Is that a specific brand? Or just WIFI cameras in general. If it's just WiFi cameras in general, then you just add them through the Alexa app! Go there, go to devices, hit the plus and add a device, and try to add your brand.

[@miguelalt4236]

Sorry AutomateYourLife, I don't know how I erase the rest of the message, here it is: I just purchased the Amazon Fire Stick 3rd GEN that I connected to a regular tv in the HDMI 1; that tv is connected to an OTA digital antenna but I cannot watch those antenna channels within the Fire Stick, I have to use my tv remote to switch inputs from HDMI 1 to Antenna and use the tv remote to view the channels, is there a way to solve that problem? As a estrange note, I also purchased a smart LG Fire Tv that I connected to the OTA digital antenna as well, and in that one I am able to go to “Settings”, “Input” and select “Antenna”, it did scan for channels and now, when I press the TV CHANNELS button in that remote, it makes available the antenna channels plus others from Tubi, Pluto, etc. Do you think that the 3rd GEN doesn’t offer that capability ??? Thank you.

[@margo33]

Very useful information!!! Thank you...

[@AutomateYourLife]

So nice of you. Glad it was helpful!

[@jjflash30]

Great video! Very informative and easy to follow. Thanks!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Glad it was helpful!!

[@thomasjones3448]

no i never knew. thanks for the info. saved me buying chromecast when i can mirror from my galaxy

[@garysumlin8355]

Is tiny cam pro a one time purchase? Or $4 a month

[@AutomateYourLife]

It used to be a one time purchase. Haven't checked in a bit.

[@seywanali8460]

i have a vizio tv but i still like your videos great work :)

[@AutomateYourLife]

I appreciate that!

[@nilz2509]

I am thinking of setting up my TV by purchasing 2x Echo 3rd Gens. Can I put them at the rear end of my living room? Will the sound also play from the TV or only on the speakers?

[@AutomateYourLife]

No sorry! It's only going to play on your Echo speakers, so while you can place the speakers anywhere you won't have the TV speakers

[@notcharles]

Wow, one can do a lot with this thing. It would be nice if you ORGANIZED your presentation so that one could leap over what they know cold and get to the items they might like to learn about. For instance, do you have to 'sign up' with Amazon in order to use this thing to watch TV? If so, what does it cost?

[@AutomateYourLife]

This is Hidden Tips and Tricks, not beginner's guide to Fire Sticks. That means there's no portion about signing up with Amazon or basic setup stuff like that. Sorry Norm. If you want that, look for a basic setup tutorial! Here's an old one we did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5uxhZWwrdqqo80

[@Delboy0758]

Thank you very much I didn’t know about the remote on your phone so I have now downloaded the app Stay safe

[@AutomateYourLife]

Glad I could help! Enjoy!

[@tomasotreasaigh111]

What timestamp please?

[@tinapass1]

@@tomasotreasaigh111 I can't find the Airscreen app you talking about. Do you think it has changed name or the look of the icon?

[@Press2Esc]

Brian, kudos be video... Very thorough.. You obviously do your research and your presentation is excellent.. Job well done and you earned my thumbs up AND subscribed. Looking fwd to viewing your other video presentations!!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Much appreciated!! I hope you enjoy our other content!

[@dredayb1207]

Great video very informative

[@AutomateYourLife]

Glad you liked it!

[@tc8719]

Great tips! I have that remote app and it’s perfect. Especially the keyboard option, for typing in email addresses and passwords.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Yes it does! Love that!

[@sunilp7348]

Thanks, Nice info. is there any way that we can setup, that run couple of tv shows one after another directly without any human intervention (considering old age people), please suggest if any.

[@AutomateYourLife]

If you're in the US, try a watch party!

[@mohammedhindi1286]

Nice video however I have one question is eufycam2 compatible with alexa, eco show and fire tv stick so I can feed the videos through this devices or not as I already see some reviews on amazon that the eufycam2 is not working anymore Could you please verify that Again nice video

[@AutomateYourLife]

I don't have a EufyCam 2C in order to give you an exact yes or no with that camera. I can tell you my Eufy doorbell is still working as of today.

[@HughD]

Good job, Brian! Sometimes when I least expect it I pick up things from you that I'm not using. I this case, I'd forgotten about Bluetooth earphones. Specifically, I bought the new Google Pixelbuds not too long ago and hadn't even thought about using them with my Firesticks. I have both Roku'ss and Firesticks on all my TV's, but prefer the Firesticks most of the time. The Pixelbuds worked fine on the Firesticks. Then I thought what about the Roku's? While they don't have built-in Bluetooth for headphones, you can accomplish the same thing, by using the "Private Listening" mode in the Roku app on your phone, that you already have Bluetooth headphones paired to. So that was a "twofer" for me. Thanks.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Well look at me/you!? Actually, that's one of the things I have continued. If the family is asleep, then I use the headphones you saw to listen in to my shows on full blast!

[@maeworth587]

When using the remote from the Firestick, with an NVIDIA Shield or Apple TV, do you need to hold the home button down each time you want to switch units?

[@michaelwilliams1451]

Great Information thanks

[@AutomateYourLife]

My pleasure!

[@celinepenman]

How did you get 12g if storage on your device? I have 4 and I’m always running out of space!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Ohhh, I think I was showing the Cube :) I think I'll have to show that in the next one though Celine. You can get external space.

[@carlos_mann]

Can the remote be paired to a phone or tablet? (Samsung products is what I use) I know, I know, I knoooow such a STUPID question, but just something that crossed my mind Sorry for the stupid question, I think this is really the dumbest question I asked but I just like knowing other alternatives to use multiple items for other things I have.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Not a dumb question Carlos. Just never tried!

[@13marseillechutes-uexpress47]

Bob boulot Brian ! Avez vous une solution pour copier coller un lien ou texte sur firestick? Merci beaucoup

[@AutomateYourLife]

Sorry...I tried to translate this and I still don't know what it said.

[@butwhychikomandy]

Thank you for the wonderful video, you made me change my eco system from Google to Amazon and now I think am a little bit regretting it. I have been looking for a camera that I can use on my echo devices to view my baby sleeping without timing out. I have tried 1. Dlink 2.Blink 3.Yi lot And all of them times out after 5min and goes back to the home page . Can you please tell or advise me which camera doesn't time out.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Sadly, this is what happens with ALL cameras on Echo and Fire TVs. You could try using TinyCamPro and bringing in the cameras there. I think the app will stay up longer if I remember correctly. Just try a test there with the free version of TinyCam and then see!

[@butwhychikomandy]

Can you make a video and explain to the people hoping to make a buying decision and secondly you cannot watch video on the browser on echo show cos it times out too. I've watch all your videos and Paul's videos, no where you guys explained that. Why must we spend more than 100 euro on amazon fire cube and live a life of sideloading???, and yet everybody is saying its the best streaming device. Thanks for your quick reply.

[@cbcb9077]

Great!! Thank you

[@AutomateYourLife]

You are welcome!

[@richardbrott742]

Thanks!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Thank you! Good luck!

[@connieholthaus957]

I got a Firestick TV....Imbtv works great streaming movies....every other app will NOT stream anything...it brings up the movie and then the timer works but no movie, no sound, no nothing! Can you advise what CV you think the problem is?

[@AutomateYourLife]

I'm just not sure here Connie. That's very odd...might simply put be your WiFi not connected all that well.

[@mpxz999]

Is there a way to display more than 4 (maybe.. 8? 10? 12?) network cameras at once, on the Fire TV Stick? Tinycam Pro seems to have a limit of 4, if I am not mistaken

[@AutomateYourLife]

I've only really used TinyCam Pro so far. Nothing else seems to work with as many products so...you're going to be limited to what they have. But the number is 16 I believe.

[@washuaiki]

Great video!!! I'm just having problems running the Bell Fibe tv app. I can see recording but to watch the channels it doesn't work. Called amazon they said bell problem blocked the apt. Don't get why I can watch it off my computer but not the fire stick.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Oh that's definitely something I'd talk to Bell about. I had a similar problem with Telus and they ended up sending me an Apple TV box...lol. Cause like...if I can't watch it, why am I subscribed?!

[@williamharris6301]

I went a step farther. Got rid of bell fibe, got rid of Netflix cause if you really get into firestick you find out you can get every thing for free. That includes Amazon prime stiff, HBO, Disney etc etc.

[@sjvche7675]

Where can I go resolve FTS and Actiontec router non-communication problems?

[@pumpkinpie7254]

Really love your channel and wanna share something super strange ... May 2021 I had to replace my old tv and with two friends telling me about how great the Roku tcl is I made the purchase through my local PC Richards ... It’s only a 32” ( I’m fine with it ) I can’t be sure when this craziest thing started with the IMDb channel ( it’s a free channel w/ads ) ... Anyway the IMDb channel freezes and the creepiest sounding demonic voice starts playing ... This NEVER HAPPENS when I’m watching KZbin ... I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IMDb but way too creeped out to put that channel on anymore, any advice other than purchasing a vpn ( for now ) ??? Thanks in advance 🥰

[@AutomateYourLife]

That sounds...very confusing! Is it just the IMDB app? Anyways, it shouldn't do that period. If it does and it's the app itself then I'd probably delete the app for now and reload later to see.

[@pumpkinpie7254]

@@AutomateYourLife Thanks, yesterday I decided to clear the cache and so far so good but my hopes aren’t high .

[@Yourengineeringstandpt]

Hey I got a question for you I've got a Toshiba Fire TV smart TV for 3L f421 u19 it was made in 2018 of October I'm having an issue with the sleep app on the TV it keeps shutting off and then he has a hard time getting it back to Xfinity what is your answer Obi-Wan Kenobi!!?? This guy has got memory issues and I've been trying to fix his system it keeps shutting off and I don't know how to get to the settings on the TV can you make a video about that, I don't have a manual for the TV where can I download the manual or if you got a quick fix I would really appreciate it thanks for all your help.

[@AutomateYourLife]

I'm sorry...I'm not sure what's going on there and it would be reaaaaaaaaaaaaaallllyyyy hard to diagnose from here.

[@jazradcliffe2286]

I was getting app icons going missing so I installed the Wolf launcher. Also great for getting rid of the Amazon adverts.

[@dibright1445]

Wolf launcher? What is that? There’s SO much stuff out there 🤯 WoW!

[@lukerobinson5485]

I got Alexa device but I don't know where to start my smart home and I really enjoy your videos

[@AutomateYourLife]

What's the first thing you want to automate?!

[@lukerobinson5485]

@@AutomateYourLife lights probably

[@nevtube15]

Thanks, Brian, very helpful..

[@AutomateYourLife]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ijazh6790]

My Alexa remote is eating up batteries at a crazy rate. The batteries are actually getting hot and die within days. The polarity is correct. Have you come across this problem?

[@AutomateYourLife]

Not personally. You better check in with Amazon

[@faengelm]

At 5:30 you described the home theatre setup. I have been using this to aid persons with hearing difficulties as it puts a speaker next to the seat verses 8-12 feet away. The Amazon Bluetooth A/V tracking sync feature is pretty neat

[@AutomateYourLife]

Such a good idea. I actually wrote that one down for my folks!

[@danpop1763]

Hello I would like to use firestick on my PC and my Mac - thx

[@AutomateYourLife]

I don't think that's really possible! At least I've never tried it!

[@faengelm]

Great idea about being able to use a Echo device near where you are sitting as a microphone. It would be helpful to explain how to "link" that Echo to a Fire TV Stick or Cube.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Can do Frank! Will do, even :)

[@aNuthaRedneck]

Great idea! I was trying to figure that out a couple nights ago so I don't have to turn my TV up or wear earbuds to keep from disturbing everyone in the house.

[@RichBerry57]

Great stuff!

[@AutomateYourLife]

Thanks! Enjoy!

[@j.r.worley6981]

Hey Brian! I use to have an app on my firestick that allowed me to watch the fox news channel live. My tv was stolen along with my firestick. I bought a new Firetv with a built-in firestick, but don't remember the name of the app. It had hundreds of channels but only one of them was fox news. I don't have a cable provider but would love to be able to watch fox news. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance for your help.

[@AutomateYourLife]

That app will show up in the app store when you get the new fire stick. Just go in the app store and then look at All apps instead of the set installed on the fire stick. You should see those options in the store. If not, I have a video coming soon for ya!

[@walmartdog1142]

I have two Apple BlueTooth keyboards. One is programed to control the AppleTV, the other controls the Amazon FireStick. One of those was only $5.00 at Goodwill!

[@AutomateYourLife]

OH that's a good one! Also, little jealous of the price there....

[@misky_gaming]

Thx man

[@AutomateYourLife]

Thank you!

[@chucklamb3496]

What is that usb stick that you can plug that other device in the side? And where can I get one.....

[@mauriceegglestone6402]

Hi Dan I am using tivimate with Amazon firestick, however whilst I have all the channels listed all show ‘ No information,’ how do I get it to show what’s on. Mo

[@AutomateYourLife]

I'm Brian! ;) No clue, don't use tivimate sir. Sorry

[@bartsimpson8902]

U can also turn on cec in the tv itself and use the tv remote as well

[@AutomateYourLife]

Whoa Bart Simpson is here!!!

[@ralphstover3732]

Can you use the fire stick on cable box.

[@AutomateYourLife]

If you have another HDMI input on the cable box, sure

[@JMJWill]

Be nice, for sound set up, if you could demonstrate how to set up and connect your TV service provider set top device. Major headache to have to change HDMI output to get to fire device. Nice if Fire could just mange all.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Actually, there's a voice command for that! Make sure the CEC setting is on and you can get Alexa to switch for you!

[@JMJWill]

Automate Your Life I verified that the CEC was set to on, which it was. In setting, curiosity got the cat so I scrolled to Manage My Equipment. I scrolled down to DVR, which my ISP/TV provider Switch Box is, followed the instruction and BINGO. I can now turn operate my TV and Five Stick with Alexa and Fire TV remote. Never a dumb question is there?

[@iconiciptv186]

great video

[@AutomateYourLife]

Thanks!

[@breckenpatterson4189]

Hey! Wondering how my kids can access the Amazon games you had mentioned

[@AutomateYourLife]

Yeah so you should be able to find them on the app store on your fire stick! Lots of free games are there now, and a few paid. The remote works for many of them, but you can also just get a Bluetooth controller and pair it!

[@jeffrey3205]

Mirroring works great with LG and Huawei devices also.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Oh fantastic! Thanks for letting everyone know here.

[@Katz1950]

For the force stop…it’s okay to do it on KZbin tv app also?

[@AutomateYourLife]

Absolutely. Any app you need to this can help!

[@Katz1950]

@@AutomateYourLife thanks…I was just afraid to try it🥴

[@AutomateYourLife]

Totally getcha! Worst case, unplug the thing for a few moments if you ever run into trouble with the fire stick 😀

[@douglasharrislane2748]

Thank you for the info How mush would it cost for one hour of your time ? I am a 73 yr old US Army vet (vietnam) Lately MY amazon fire stick will not stay on.?I see the first screen then it go to NO SINGLE then restarts. I have unplug the TV and fire stick (5 mins) same promblem , I am using Spectrum internet on a vizio TV Thank you Doug

[@AutomateYourLife]

Hi Doug, I'm not sure I could help with this problem remotely but I could try to help at least with a response here. We do help people when we can, but I have to prioritize my time these days because of how busy our channel has become. That means it's pretty expensive tech support...so I don't even want to answer for this! The unfortunate part is that we don't know if there's a problem with your router/wifi keeping the Fire Stick on, or if there's actually a problem with the Fire Stick itself. However, I think you could try a Factory Reset of your Fire TV Stick and then try to set it up again. Here's how you do that: www.amazon.ca/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GBVZEZKT6A6LH4UP This might clear things up. If it doesn't, I would suggest that you try talking to Amazon's support team for Alexa products at: www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/contact-us

[@khill50able]

Can Amazon Fire TV Stick work with an I Mac Computer system? Just curious.

[@AutomateYourLife]

I have nooooooooo idea sorry

[@mauricewilbon8253]

Hi, I'm trying to connect my fire stick and blink cameras. I can't find the 'Tinycam pro' that you mentioned. Can you give me the proper spelling and/or a link. Thank you.

[@AutomateYourLife]

With Blink, you should be able to just ask to bring up any of the cameras. However, TinyCam Pro is the name of the app and you should be able to find it by searching Tiny or TinyCam. Maybe it's gone now...but I still have it!

[@AutomateYourLife]

If it's gone, then you may want to try sideloading it.

[@seanmcara6940]

Amazing video. Has anyone got a link to the dryer sensor ?

[@AutomateYourLife]

geni.us/hI8Fd (Amazon affiliate link)

[@eddiegaspar278]

@@AutomateYourLife is there another brand you recommended that is in stock for Smartdry sensor? Or URL link!

[@AutomateYourLife]

@@eddiegaspar278 Nothing else I've seen, sorry! Try a vibration sensor from Aqara. That can work and then you can create a notification. Requires an Aqara hub though.

[@JamesWhite3rd]

Looking for a video or hacker on how to connect an amazon fire stick to bypass princess cctv system. Harder than what I have seen on youtube. I have only been successful with the Grand Princess to bypass their system. There is an inaccessible drop-down box that has so far prevented the internet connection to the stick. Anyone have a solution?

[@dontaylor4464]

Is the android box way better than the fire stick?

[@AutomateYourLife]

Nope! They're really very similar. I like the Chromecast with Google TV as much as the Fire Stick though. Both are great.

[@Shameljfk]

Can you explain how to use a Mi Box 4 S & a Logitech 920 webcam with Zoom Meetings on a TV. Tried it but got no audio sound when trying to meet.

[@AutomateYourLife]

Sorry, no...I don't have the Mi Box

[@JA-yn4rp]

I got so excited when you said that you could pair the fire stick remote with apple tv. Unfortunately that doesn't appear to be the case. The apple tv "learn remote" feature can only learn the up/down volume, mute and power buttons on the FS remote. It can't learn the directional buttons. Am i missing something? I would so love for this to be true as i hate the apple tv remote soooooooooo much!!

[@AutomateYourLife]

So when I initially did this and the initial pairing...I could get everything working. Sadly, I no longer can. Sorry.