In this episode, I discuss new the Amazon Fire TV Stick being discontinued and new information about the next generation Fire TV Stick 2 as well as its new voice remote. I then go over new Roku image leaks discovered by Dave Zatz. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer questions from … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 56: New Fire TV Voice Remote Features

In this episode, I talk about the new Fire TV Stick 2 that has been confirmed by FCC documents. I also talk about the latest pre-rooted ROM for the Fire TV 2. Then I cover all the latest Amazon Echo news, including the all-new Echo Dot 2. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 55: Fire TV Stick 2 Confirmed

In this episode, I go over the new features that arrived on the Fire TV this week like netflix integration, Alexa video control, and Alexa sports updates. I also go over the latest rooted ROM news, Alexa coming to the UK, and more. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer questions from … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 54: Full Netflix Integration

In this episode, I talk about all the next-generation streaming devices that we’re expecting to be released this month. This includes the Fire TV 3, the NVIDIA Shield TV 2, 5 different Rokus, and a 4K Chromecast. I also go over Plex DVR, new Fire TV apps, and some Alexa news. The episode concludes with … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 53: New Devices From Everyone

In this episode, I discuss what I’ve found dissecting the 5.2.1.1 Fire TV Software update, including a new app blacklist mechanism. Then I talk about upcoming new Fire TV and Fire TV Stick devices, as well as FCC documents revealing a new NVIDIA Shield TV. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 52: New App Blacklist & Next-Gen Devices

In this episode, I talk about the changes brought on by new software update 5.2.1.1 for the Fire TV and Fire TV Stick. I then go over a new rooting exploit found in the first generation Fire TV. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer questions from the audience. About: Hosted by … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 51: Fire TV Ad Tracking & New Rooting Exploit

In this episode, I go over new evidence that points towards a new Fire TV 3 being released soon. I also explain HDR, talk about new MrMC features, and discuss ES File Explorer. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer questions from the audience. About: Hosted by Elias Saba from AFTVnews.com Recorded … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 50: Fire TV 3 Evidence, HDR Explained, & ES File Explorer Returns

In this episode, I go over what we can expect from the next-generation Fire TV 3 and Fire TV Stick. I also go over AirPlay, Google Cast, Miracast, and all the top casting protocols. The episode concludes with a Q&A session where I answer questions from the audience. About: Hosted by Elias Saba from AFTVnews.com … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 49: Fire TV 3 & Fire TV Stick 2 Expectations

In this episode, I talk about the new Fire TV App Launcher that was just pushed to devices by Amazon. I also go over changes to sideloading using ES File Explorer and go over the aftermath of Prime Day. I then show off the new Amazon subsidized BLU R1 HD phone and talk about how … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 48: Fire TV App Launcher & BLU R1 HD Ad Removal

In this episode, I discuss the new pre-rooted ROMs released for the Fire TV 1 and 2, as well as an important new update blocking guide. I then talk about new apps that can sell Amazon products on the Fire TV and discuss upcoming Prime Day deals. About: Hosted by Elias Saba from AFTVnews.com Recorded … Continue reading AFTVnewscast 47: New Fire TV ROMs & Update Blocking Guide