NO MORE 3RD PARTY APPS ON A FIRESTICK? AMAZON ANNOUNCES SWITCH TO LINUX SYSTEM

[@Bubba-Ho]

Amazon is not stupid, they realize the reason the firestick is #1 is due to the third party app availability. Without that, there is no point in owning one.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Have you ever used a Linux system? I have a few Linux projectors, so we know how to get around it already. I will have videos on patreon showing people soon. Enjoy

[@FirstSergeant]

Guess we will wait and see...thanks for keeping us updated.

[@jeremeybrown9716]

If that's the case, I'll definitely be switching to an Android box. I loved that most of my apps (Android) worked with my Firestick

[@CuriosityCafe]

I love my Vsee Box

[@andrewadam9544]

i worked in the industry, here in the UK at least they have a legal obligation that any product they have sold has a reasonable life expectency anywhere from 1 to 2 years, so anyone that bought one last week means it still has to work or a full refund must be offered but they have to support it if the person refuses, so they will have to run 2 platforms concurrent until the last sale reaches at least a year old (or whatever the governing body in the UK states is an acceptable period) other wise it was a fraudulent sale

[@CuriosityCafe]

Dont be confused by this. It will still work as they sell it. Their goal to avoid using their platform for fraudulent apps. Which is what people are doing. They fulfilled their obligation. Being in the industry you are aware of this correct?

[@markabradley]

graphics were so well done and the story told thru them so easy to understand. great job!

[@jharper8470]

I don’t think they would alienate 1/2 or more of their customer base. I suspect it will be used in other devices, ie kindle, echos , shows etc.

[@CuriosityCafe]

It won't alienate. I think their legal team is looking for an alternative way. Keep in mind you can still side load. Just have to be creative. We will have videos on patreon showing (wish i could on youtube)

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

On another note , vsee box elite or the new v3 pro ???

[@CuriosityCafe]

Elite has 11 IPTVs, the pro model only has Heat apps. Your choice. I like backups

[@jclements7361]

Andriod is actually a heavily modified version of Linux. The real problem with the Fire ecosystem is that the huge additional sales they thought they would get but haven't gotten. Recently Amazon laid-off a large number of corporate staff, many of which worked in the Alexa and Fire OS areas. Therefore, I agree that more than likely they will make the new Fire OS a closed garden, like Roku and Apple did from the get-go. Sinse Google owns Android, they could have made Fire OS closed down tight, if they had wanted to,

[@CuriosityCafe]

100% correct. Thanks for sharing your comments.

[@JamesBrown-js3lm]

I’ve been using my fire stick unlocked for quite a while, most people don’t know how to do that but there’s plenty of tutorials on the tube here. The thing I am concerned with is what effort will be made to update current equipment or will they force you to upgrade to a new Linux version.

[@CuriosityCafe]

If it’s anything like what they did with the echo show devices, I just turned it on one day and it was all forcibly updated. There will always be a work around. I will have a video on Patreon showing how for free. Can’t do it on KZbin

[@VidTubeWatch]

I hope they don't mess up a good thing.

[@CuriosityCafe]

You and me both

[@daytonpyro]

they will

[@99tombstone]

Its going to be interesting to see what amazon does , they know the reason the fire stick is a big hit is the 3rd party apps and if they blocked it then they will be losing money and no company wants that no matter how rich they are , I guess they will come up with the new system but will have a way to still down load the 3rd party apps .

[@CuriosityCafe]

Yes, I can still do it on my Linux projector. Just takes a creative way. We will share how once it converts over on patreon (youtube won't allow).

[@larrycourtney9117]

I guess the Fire Sticks will go in the garbage! I'm glad I know this now cuz I was getting ready to get some more of them. Definitely won't be buying any more of those!

[@CuriosityCafe]

I wouldn't do that. They still have a use. There will still be apps made for it.

[@leonardread13]

They might use a new OS on new hardware but I doubt they will try to install a new OS on existing fire sticks.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Hope you’re right. They did to some tv models and all our echo show devices already

[@leonardread13]

Lets hope Amazon doesn't brick a few million firesticks@@CuriosityCafe

[@CuriosityCafe]

Won’t brick. Just be a different process to add 3rd party apps. There is always a way

[@waynecole1918]

Will the order version of Firestick that I have, which operates on an older O/S still operate on that older system? I have two Firestick 4K’s and I’ve kept their O/S’s up to date, (6.7.0.0)

[@CuriosityCafe]

They haven't said for sure. We will know very soon

[@angusmcclelland4846]

Details of your android VC box please. Can not find this anywhere which is surprising for a top box

[@CuriosityCafe]

We put links to patreon and all the reviews are on patreon for free or vimeo. Part of the problem is you are spelling it wrong. Google " Vsee Elite android box "

[@fbarrera28]

I'm sure they have looked at all possibilities prior to releasing the new version of the firestick

[@CuriosityCafe]

They know what they are doing. Will be very similar to Apple TV going forward.

[@GrdDog]

As of right now I can run any Android program on my RedHat Devion distro; natively android run off Linux because it is a branch of Linux, so in the end anyone that knows Linux coding will be able to come up with a work around quickly. Depending on how the Linux Distro Amazon blends with Amazons programming is the key; Linux can be extremally fast but that means a bigger cpu and alot better cooling.

[@CuriosityCafe]

You are exactly right. Not all apps will work, but many will and the ones that don't, you can always cast from your phone. Linux is great for screen mirroring. Thanks for the comment.

[@tyreeashby3708]

Thank you for the update but I want to no the apps we put on firestick 3rd party apps will no longer b working once the Amazon vega start working?

[@CuriosityCafe]

I guess we will find out soon

[@PraetorianGuard101]

Been a Good run BUT .... Amazon has Killed another Great Product, never buy another, maybe the Mi stick next, as long as I can have the aps I have now and they don;t do what Amazon is doing, Why do Amazon keep interfering with what's not their's anymore.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Go with a Vsee Android Box. Best there is with free tv and movies. Can't beat it. It's my main box. Comes with 11 IPTVS FREE. No brainer

[@dnyce2083]

Love the channel but how about doing a video on all the new best android boxes available.. what’s the best , monster tv, super box,etc. If you still recommend it, do you still have yours , are the still working fine?

[@CuriosityCafe]

We do those every week or two on Patreon KZbin doesn’t allow those videos anymore. It’s free to view on Patreon and Vimeo. We have the videos these for you to access anytime

[@anthonybailey38]

I checked a few sites and the android box you mentioned is not in any of them 🤔 where can we purchase this box ?

[@CuriosityCafe]

We provided the links to them in the description section. We make it easy for you. If you just google Vsee Elite Android Box you will see my review of it. Brand new box and the best out there. We even offer member discounts.

[@jk3521]

Some 3rd party apps on my firestick already have stopped working.

[@CuriosityCafe]

The end is coming. Luckily we know how to still side load. Videos on Patreon soon

[@denisemooneyham7032]

Can you recommend a good iptv?

[@denniscrabtree2170]

I've been using a Firestick since 2020! Set them up for my dad, family friend and myself. What now?

[@CuriosityCafe]

When you say “set up” you mean you unlocked them and added apps like cinema HD? If so, we will know very soon. Might have to redo them

[@denniscrabtree2170]

​@@CuriosityCafecorrect. My dad passed away in July 2021, although my bet is the firestick is still in the house, but I no longer have access. I can ask my friend for hers for updating, if need be. Thanks!

[@mikevanmeir4411]

Thanks for sharing

[@dennistate5953]

Happened to mine yesterday. Bam.

[@richardvacanti9428]

Will they push the update to already existing Amazon fire cube third generations. Or only new devices.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Push to all. Same as they did with Echo Show devices

[@richardvacanti9428]

@@CuriosityCafe well if that’s the case I will not be buying any more Amazon streaming products. Poor decision on their part they are going to lose lots of sales lots of sales.

[@CuriosityCafe]

I find that many feel the same. I still know how to side load apps, so doesn't make much difference to me. Maybe better performance now.

[@SzilviK]

Hi. I know you mentioned 2 android boxes . I cant remember which ones . Do you preferr one over the other ? And i tried looking it up if you can install 3rd party apps on them and i cant find any info . Please let me know . Thanks

[@CuriosityCafe]

The android box I use every day is the vsee box. Any model is good. We buy them and give them away free on Patreon. No more cable bills or IPTV payments with that box.

[@SzilviK]

@CuriosityCafe thanks. I have 2 firesticks now and knowing what they are about to do I'm not going to use them once it starts . I watch kodi a lot and it's getting worse now on the firestick so I can only imagine how it will be later . Thanks for your advice

[@jddiesel3447]

Good evening happy holidays

[@TheJohnny928]

Just added this vid to my C Cafe KZbin playlist 👍

[@craigosterberg5045]

Thanks

[@JorgeVega-re7cm]

Wow what are the chances that they use VEGA, my last name is Vega and all of my devices are all with Vega!!🤪

[@melmoland6686]

Apparently our service providers can stop feeding you an internet signal as I have experienced for the last month. I had a nice iptv hookup with 1000's of channels and they gave no internet. So if I buy some android box they could do it again. I have the bare minimum on my firestick now. Their starting early, leaving me depressed. I also got the blue screen on my pc and stuck there too.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Not with a VPN. You were running an IPTV without a VPN? Please say no

[@CuriosityCafe]

I’ve been doing videos on vpns for years for this very reason. Most our viewers have this one: ExpressVPN.com/curiositycafeyoutube

[@vladimircharpentier7304]

If that’s happens I will no longer use fire stick

[@CuriosityCafe]

Why? It's a great streaming device

[@arod7404]

Appears to be a wee bit of fear mongering

[@CuriosityCafe]

No reason to have fear, I was very detailed to what's going on. Only one in fear are those doing something wrong

[@colliemummy]

So, I was about to buy a Fire Stick just so that I could install ExpressVpn on it. Are you saying that might not be possible any longer?

[@CuriosityCafe]

Not saying that. ExpressVPN has a firestick app. I have 7 firesticks. This video is letting people know they are changing the interface. Has nothing to do with having a vpn

[@kellerj18]

What's the difference between the vseebox elite and the new vseebox v3 pro? Thx 0:42

[@CuriosityCafe]

Elite has 11 IPTVs. V3 has 2… we have reviews on both and a comparison video for you. Also $100 off

[@mydetlef]

The problem with Android boxes is that no one has any interest in you after selling the box to you. For example, updating the operating system or closing security gaps. So after one, two, three years you have to buy a new box. And you should. Because the box is nothing more than a computer in your network and therefore a point of attack. A new OS makes a lot of sense for Amazon. Apple and Google make a lot of money from their stores. If Amazon has its own OS for the Fire TV Stick, then they have the opportunity to open their own store and earn money from you even after the sale, and you and your safety are and will remain important to them.

[@CuriosityCafe]

You are getting the wrong android box then. Ours are supported and updated remotely by them.

[@donnaanderson1096]

If you have an old firestick will they be able to change it to this new system

[@CuriosityCafe]

Depends on how old. I believe most are. All my echo devices, even the old ones converted recently.

[@rustyclark6263]

If we already have 3d party apps installed can we still use them?

[@CuriosityCafe]

Likely not all of them. There will be some manipulation needed. Similar to how you add third party on Roku or Apple TV. Not as easy, but doable. Follow us on patreon and we can help

[@howardnoseworthy5716]

sales would drop 90%

[@CuriosityCafe]

Hopefully prices then. Because I know how to add 3rd party to Linux systems. I'm doing it on our Linux projector right now. Follow us if you want help

[@TrueColors333]

😮😢😢 I texted before watching video.

[@ezequielhidalgo4742]

Which is the best android box and also when you get the android box can you add app?

[@CuriosityCafe]

Vsee elite, no question. Hard to get them right now though

[@wade196840]

Amazon is locking down the streaming devices.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Seems that way

[@evanleeleonard]

Will we have to get a new stick? Or will it transition?

[@CuriosityCafe]

Transition as long as is it's fairly new (not over 5 years old)

[@sbworswick]

I just got 3 new firesticks 4k max what should i do

[@CuriosityCafe]

Enjoy them. I do.

[@n1kkri]

It sounds like the youtuber that starts showing alternatives to the Firestick is going to get a lot of viewers. Do the Android boxes you mention at the end of this video offer side loading?

[@CuriosityCafe]

All android boxes you can side load. The one I mentioned has 11 free IPTVs. So no need to side load. Just trying to help people

[@n1kkri]

@@CuriosityCafe Have a link for that android box? is it as fast as the new Firesticks? I think I found it, wow, $399 is a bit much for me. :)

[@CuriosityCafe]

Links to review it are in the description of this video. You can't compare to the firestick. It has 100 times more storage, twice the processor and 11 IPTVs. Like comparing a dove to an elephant. Enjoy

[@CuriosityCafe]

It's a bargain if you think about the free IPTV for life. No cable bills, no side loading, no struggles, free PPV etc. 11 of them so no worries about it going down. Members get it for half off. No reason to pay $399. Just silly

[@Tina-me9os]

Where info on android box talking about

[@CuriosityCafe]

Did you go to the description section of this video?

[@1jaxmac]

What if we turn off auto updates?

[@CuriosityCafe]

Won't matter. Eventually nothing will work because you are syncing to their apps store

[@maddiedawerido2359]

Uhmm that is why I left Roku I can leave Amazon as well!!

[@CuriosityCafe]

You can side load still on both platforms. Just have to have more knowledge. Android box is easiest

[@maddiedawerido2359]

@CuriosityCafe that's cool. I am a I will figure it out or die kinda girl rofl.

[@jjasea]

Would an Android box work with my fire tvs?

[@CuriosityCafe]

Of course. As long as your tv has an hdmi port. I believe all do from the last 20 years

[@sarge9760]

So is this gonna trash my Fire TVs? I don't have Fire Sticks. They are built in.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Absolutely not. Why would it? You have HDMI ports, you can easily plug in an android box we mentioned and get free tv and movies for life. Always a way. We share on patreon how

[@eprimeify2090]

If Downloader isn't available on this new system, I'll be SO mad.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Why be mad? So many ways to add 3rd party apps.

[@eprimeify2090]

@@CuriosityCafe how?? :O

[@CuriosityCafe]

We obviously can't share on youtube. That's why we've done these videos on patreon for you. Link in the description. We also have all the installers for EVERY 3rd party app for free content and update all the ways to install as well as a FREE IPTV with 8800 channels. Surprised you haven't gone there. We mention it in many of our videos

[@ladybassplayer23]

I have 3 firesticks will they still work

[@CuriosityCafe]

Why wouldn’t they?

[@sirhborn]

Do you have to get rid of their old fire stick to get a newer one?

[@CuriosityCafe]

No I don't believe so. Any OS7 or newer should transition.

[@stevenfrazier8939]

Android and Android TV is Linux and so is Fire TV because it is a modified version of Android TV.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Yes, as mentioned, it’s modified. So there will be compatibility issues with 3rd party apps. As mentioned in the video, there is always a way though.

[@barryw9480]

Do they realise that they will lose pretty much every single customer.

[@CuriosityCafe]

They won’t. 99% just use the apps in the Amazon App Store. There is a small group of people that jailbreak the stick to add hack apps. We are the minority my friend.

[@TheCowboysdude]

Nvidia shield by far the best.. Amazon was garbage before they decided to change it

[@CuriosityCafe]

Yes, shield is top 10 right now. Used to be number one. I don’t use mine anymore though. Way better options now

[@jeffstephens8584]

Looks like they're about lose a lot of money

[@CuriosityCafe]

I don't think so. They will kill it still on these. 99% of people don't even use 3rd party apps on firesticks. Just us streamers on youtube.

[@vitolandado15]

Unplug your firestick ever time you turn off your TV and plug back in when you turn your TV back on..YOUR FIRE STICK WILL NOT UPDATE ALL THE TIME THIS WAY !!

[@CuriosityCafe]

Or just turn of auto updates. Regardless eventually you have to update. They will make sure of it

[@vitolandado15]

@@CuriosityCafe My auto updates is ALWAYS off and it still updates all the time. That's why I always unplug it when I'm done everyday. I haven't updated my firestick in over a month and it works fabulous 😇😊

[@reg83ny]

have updates block.

[@CuriosityCafe]

Temporary bandaid. They will convert the apps to only work with the new system. But that will help as long as you only use your IPTV and none of their apps

[@denisemooneyham7032]

Sure miss HUTV

[@CuriosityCafe]

What a lot of people don't realize is that they still sell the same service, but they put it only on their boxes. Reach out on patreon and we can get you one. No subscription fees.

[@daleenjr3n88]

Can you just not update your firestick software or stop updates sent to your firestick?

[@CuriosityCafe]

We aren't sure yet. Might be forced into it

[@daleenjr3n88]

@@CuriosityCafe thank you

[@daleenjr3n88]

@@CuriosityCafe please let us know if find out anything.

[@peterspicer2551]

im going to scrap my stik and smash it up its jus not any good now anyway rubbish not worth the money

[@CuriosityCafe]

Why? The stick is great. Even after the update you can cast your phone and get free tv a movies.

[@lakhans1]

How to watch indian hindi tv shows

[@CuriosityCafe]

We share all the free apps to do this on Patreon (YT doesn’t allow)

[@ronodowd5724]

Android is a form of Linux

[@CuriosityCafe]

You are correct. Will need some workaround though. The traditional methods won't be the same to side load. I'm sure you are aware.

[@giovanniromito8967]

Doc can you find us an android box fully certified with good storage and is used worldwide not just USA/CANADA thanks DOC 👍

[@CuriosityCafe]

Already done. We talk about it in this video

[@MA_808]

Linux runs faster...and there are and will be apps that can run if they dont close it off entitely

[@CuriosityCafe]

You are correct. I don’t use firestick paid IPTVs anymore since it’s free anyway and I can use it on any system. I know they are doing it to add more AI features. Good? Bad? Time will tell

[@Redheadkingpin27]

I know im so into roku now so much more on there and roku they dont give a shit what ya do either

[@CuriosityCafe]

Roku is even more restrictive. The apps people are complaining about are 3rd party apps you could never put on Roku

[@Redheadkingpin27]

@CuriosityCafe I think at this Point there all cracking down

[@CuriosityCafe]

100%

[@gilbertakelly1736]

What's vsee box

[@CuriosityCafe]

Fully loaded android box. No subscription fees. All channels, movies and PPV. Why not watch the review on patreon? It's free to watch