Amazon Fire TV Stick: the 5 best apps

Amazon's Fire TV Stick turns every TV into a Smart TV. Some apps are so good that in our opinion they shouldn't be missing on any device. We show the best apps for the Fire TV Stick.

Amazon Fire TV Stick: Apps from the media libraries

The TV stations' media libraries are highly recommended for users of a Fire TV stick:

• This applies both to public channels such as ARD and ZDF and to private channels such as SAT.1 or RTL.
• With the public service channels, you can not only watch a large selection of missed programs via the media libraries, but also watch the program directly in the live stream.
• A program preview is also on board, with ZDF you can also access the offers of the special interest channels like ZDFneo.
• With private broadcasters, you usually have to purchase a subscription to access the livestream and media library, for example, as in the case of "Pro7 / Sat.1 via the in-house media library 7TV".
• Also "Netflix" or "Maxdome" with the huge streaming offer of films and series do not run without a subscription.
• Tupp: You can stream a particularly large number of films and series with Amazon Prime Video. You can test the service for 30 days free of charge.

Top app for the Fire TV: Virtual Fireplace

The "Virtual Fireplace" app is not for nothing, but it is impressive:

• With this you imitate the flickering flue above your television. This creates a similar atmosphere as if you actually had a fireplace in front of you.
• This impression is supported by the many customization options and classic background music. The sounds of the fire are also reproduced truthfully.
• The app brings the atmosphere of a fireplace into your home for just 99 cents - completely without smoke and coal.

The most useful apps for the Fire TV Stick - AirReceiver

The "AirReceiver" app is more or less mandatory for all Apple devices. It is also suitable for Android devices because it supports Google Screen Cast.

• If you don't have an Apple TV, you won't be able to stream the content from your iPad or MacBook to your home TV without an air receiver. Especially great for looking at vacation photos.
• The app can help in this case, because it makes the Fire TV Stick AirPlay-compatible. This is how the Fire TV Stick is listed on your AirPlay devices after installing the app. So you can easily connect your iOS or MacOS device.
• Of course, there are restrictions on the image stability during video streaming. All other functions run perfectly, however, especially the screen synchronization and transmission.
• In addition, you do not need to configure the app on a large scale, you only need to install and start it.
• The "Google Screen Cast" support is also an advantage, so that you can also display the screen of your Android devices on the larger screen of the TV set.

Firefox app on the Fire TV Stick: does that make sense?

• The Fire TV Stick is primarily made for video content. In addition to Amazon Prime Video and Netflix, videos are mainly streamed on YouTube. However, the former YouTube app has become useless.
• Since the dispute between Google and Amazon, Google has blocked access to YouTube videos on Amazon devices. The YouTube app no ​​longer functions on the Fire TV Stick. However, there is now a good alternative.
• The Firefox app not only gives you a full browser for the Fire TV Stick, but also gives you full access to YouTube. Alternatively, you can use the also free browser Silk.
• Access to most other sites on the Internet is often easy. In direct comparison to using it on a PC or smartphone, however, the browser on the television is somewhat cumbersome to use.

Watch private channels in HD: Apps from MagineTV and Zattoo

You cannot watch RTL, Pro7, Sat.1 and many other channels in HD for free. A sharper picture is essential on a large TV screen. The Magine TV and Zattoo apps deliver HD enjoyment at a low price and can always be canceled.

• Both services offer free use, so that you can watch the public channels, their sector channels as well as Sport1 and N24. But only in normal quality.
• For currently 9.99 euros / month (can be canceled monthly) you have access to all German TV channels, including private channels. You get all of this in great HD quality.
• Zattoo and Magine TV also offer various specials such as a time shift function or an integrated media library.
• In addition, use is not limited to the Fire TV Stick, but you can also stream the respective service to a PC, tablet and smartphone.

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