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The Verge
a day ago
- The Verge
The oldest Fire TV devices are losing Netflix support soon
It's finally time to upgrade for many owners of the earliest Amazon Fire TV devices, as Netflix is ending support for them next month, reports German outlet Heise. The cutoff for US users is June 3rd, according to ZDNet, which writes that the company has been emailing those who would be affected by the change. Netflix is specifically ending support for the 1st-generation Fire TV streaming box and Fire TV Stick, as well as the 2016 Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote, ZDNet writes. If you didn't get the email but want to be certain whether your Fire TV device is one of those reportedly losing Netflix, the outlet writes that you can check the 'About' section under Settings > My Fire TV. According to Heise, Amazon is offering discounts on new Fire TV Sticks to those affected by the change. Amazon didn't immediately respond when The Verge reached out to ask whether that's true for US users, as well. In a FAQ added to a Netflix help page sometime in the last couple of months (March 15th is when it first showed up on The Internet Archive), the company says it may end support for devices that 'can no longer get necessary updates from its manufacturer or support new features.' The company also added new references to error codes R4, R12, and R25-1.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Major Amazon app to shut down for 200 MILLION people in weeks – you might be owed refunds & it'll even affect other apps
AMAZON is now weeks away from shutting down an app that's been used by hundreds of millions of people. There are major downsides for affected users – and you might even be owed a big refund. 3 The Amazon Appstore is being killed off on Android Credit: Amazon Millions of people using the Amazon Appstore will be cut off in mid-August. The closure affects anyone using the app on Android phones. Amazon's Appstore is a rival to the default Google Play Store, letting you download apps and games. It launched on Android all the way back in March 2011. But on August 20, the Amazon Appstore will close – and any apps downloaded from it will no longer receive updates. Read more on Amazon That means support will end for all apps you've downloaded via the Amazon Appstore. They may become buggy or stop work entirely, and won't be able to receive any In an FAQ, Amazon warned that these apps "will not be guaranteed to operate on Android devices". Amazon has already begun killing the Appstore off by blocking developers from uploading new apps to it. Most read in Tech That change kicked in on February 20 this year. ALL CHANGE Amazon Amazon Prime cancels TEN TV shows this year - including A-list actor's horror drama and beloved cult classic's reboot "In our ongoing effort to streamline and improve our services and programs, we are making some changes to Amazon Appstore for Android devices and Amazon Coins program," Amazon explained. "We will be discontinuing support of Amazon Appstore for Android devices on August 20, 2025. As of February 20, 2025, developers will no longer have the option to submit new apps targeting Android devices. "However, developers will have the option to submit updates to their existing live apps on Amazon Appstore for Android devices until August 20, 2025." Amazon added: "All existing apps on Amazon Appstore for Android devices will continue to be available to customers until August 20, 2025. Developers can continue to submit app updates until August 20, 2025." 3 The change only affects Android phones – and not Fire TV devices Credit: Google It's worth noting that the Amazon Appstore is only shutting down on Android phones. The Amazon Appstore was never available on iOS for And the Amazon Appstore will still be available on Amazon's own ACTION STATIONS One important step you'll want to take is reviewing your Amazon Appstore subscriptions. HOW TO CHECK YOUR AMAZON APPSTORE SUBSCRIPTIONS Here's the official advice from Amazon... Manage Your Appstore Subscriptions from the Amazon Appstore App Change, update, cancel, or turn off auto-renewals for subscriptions purchased from the Amazon Appstore app. 1. Open the Amazon Appstore app 2. Tap My Apps 3. Tap Subscriptions 4. Update your subscription as needed Manage Your Appstore Subscriptions from the Website Change, update, cancel, or turn off auto-renewals for subscriptions purchased from the Amazon Appstore app. 1. Go to 2. Select Your Apps under Digital content and devices . 3. Select Your Subscriptions under Manage . 4. Update your subscription as needed. Picture Credit: Amazon Make sure to cancel them before the Appstore shuts down on your Android phone. Just go into the Amazon Appstore app, then choose My Apps > Subscriptions and kill off any remaining memberships you have. Amazon Coins are also being sunsetted. These were a special currency used to make purchases on certain apps in the Amazon Appstore. 3 If you've got an Android phone, check your Amazon Appstore subscriptions sooner rather than later Credit: Google You'll need to use any remaining Amazon Coins by August 20, 2025. If you have any left over after that date, they'll be refunded. Amazon hasn't said exactly how long this will take, but promised "additional details" at a later date. You can see your Coins balance by logging into the Amazon Appstore and checking the homepage.
Android Authority
2 days ago
- Android Authority
Insignia TV deals: These 4K TVs are too good for the price!
I still can't believe how affordable modern TVs are getting. Today, we are taking a look at a couple of Insignia 4K smart TVs that will offer a great viewing experience at a drop-dead price. One of them is also 70 inches! Let's get right to the details. Buy the Insignia 70-inch Class F50 Series Smart Fire TV for just 369.99 ($130 off) Buy the Insignia 43-inch Class F30 Series Smart Fire TV for just 169.99 ($30 off) Technicalities Insignia 70-inch Class F50 Series Smart Fire TV A 70-inch 4K smart TV for just $369.99? Sign me up! I remember my first TV. I worked hard at Chuck E. Cheese for months for minimum wage until I saved about $600 to get myself a 32-inch 720p TV. Given, this was also back in 2004, when the dollar had much more value. I never imagined a TV like this could cost so little. Of course, this is a lower-end TV, but it is still an awesome screen for anyone who wants to get a large television without breaking the bank. 70 inches is huge! It also has a 4K definition, and it is a smart TV. The Insignia 70-inch Class F50 Series is powered by Amazon Fire TV and comes with the Alexa Voice Remote. This means you can ask your TV for information, play music, control your smart home devices, search for apps and content, and more. Of course, you'll get access to a plethora of apps available for Amazon Fire TV. These include Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Hulu, and much more. If I had to really complain about anything, it would be that it has a 60Hz refresh rate. This isn't exactly bad, though. I am just used to those smooth 120Hz refresh rates. Given the price, I wouldn't get picky. It's still a fantastic screen for so little money. Insignia 43-inch Class F30 Series Smart Fire TV OK, so I have one more complaint with the Insignia 70-inch Class F50 Series Smart Fire TV. It is too big and won't fit in my tiny cabin! If you want something much less gargantuan, here is the Insignia 43-inch Class F30 Series Smart Fire TV. It is also impressively affordable right now, at just $169.99. This model still features a 4K resolution and the same 60Hz refresh rate. Additionally, it is also powered by Amazon Fire TV and comes with the Alexa Voice Remote, so it features the same smart home and digital assistance capabilities. Not to mention, it gets access to all those Amazon Fire TV apps. Extra deal: Here's a deal if you want a high-end TV These Insignia TV deals are great, and I would definitely pick those, but we know many of you prefer a higher-end TV. Samsung's The Frame line-up is among the most popular these days. They aren't exactly the best out there, but they offer a premium viewing experience while also looking great. It's also $500 off today, saving you about a third of the price! The Frame TVs look much like actual picture frames. It is a mere 1-inch thick, and the edges can be switched to match your home's decor. It has a matte display that significantly reduces reflecitons, making it look very realistic when displaying your favorite art. It's also quite an impressive TV unit. We're focusing on the 55-inch model because it is among the most popular, but all other sizes are also on sale. You'll get a 4K resolution on a gorgeous QLED panel. This one actually gets a 120Hz refresh rate, so motion will be super smooth. It is a smart TV, so it comes jam-packed with plenty of excellent features. It is powered by Samsung's Tizen OS, so you get access to all your favorite streaming apps. Additionally, the Samsung Art Store will make it easy to find great art, but some of it comes with a fee. The TV even has a motion sensor, so it can display art only when it detects people are present to enjoy it. You'll even get access to Samsung TV Plus and the brand's Gaming Hub. This means you can watch live TV online for free, or take advantage of cloud gaming directly from the television. The unit can even work as a SmartThings hub! This thing really has it all. Are you signing up for any of these deals? Try to act quickly. These deals are pretty good, and that's the perfect recipe for a short-lived offer.
Digital Trends
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
This Panasonic Mini-LED TV is usually $1,800 — today it's $600
A massive discount on a TV we raved about? You can't ask for much more from Memorial Day TV deals. The TV is the Panasonic W95A, a Mini-LED TV we gave 4 out of 5 stars to in our December 2024 review. Right now, the 65-inch model is available for just $600, a massive $1,200 discount, or 67% off. That's a noteworthy discount no matter the TV — but the Panasonic W95A isn't just any TV. Let's dive into its specs. Why you should buy the 65-inch Panasonic W95A Panasonic was out of the TV game for a while, but its return was celebrated by many TV afficionados, and it earned its way back onto our list of the best TV brands. While the W95A isn't on our list of the best TVs (Panasonic's only entry is the Z95A), we praised many aspects of it in our review. The main point of praise is the brightness. Thousands of LED backlights help this TV shine, and we got around 1,300 nits of peak brightness in HDR mode during our tests. Colors are also accurate and gorgeous thanks to the QLED panel. All-in-all, our only negative points for the TV were some mediocre anti-glare from certain angles and the fact that it uses Fire TV for its smart features, which isn't our favorite. Let's get into the specs: The Panasonic W95A has a refresh rate of 144Hz, supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG. The TV even has something most modern TVs have given up on: quality speakers. TVs are so thin these days that it's practically impossible to cram nice speakers into them. We usually recommend pairing a new TV with soundbar deals. The Panasonic W95A switches this up, with two down-firing speakers and a built-in subwoofer. We called the whole package 'a little above average in fidelity.' The 65-inch Panasonic W95A is worth consideration even at its full price of $1,800. This deal, which cuts the price by 67% to just $600, is frankly unbelievable. Make sure to snap this up ASAP, as the sale is likely tied to Memorial Day weekend.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Kansas City sets teen curfew in hopes to boost summer safety
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Teens throughout the metro will have to follow a curfew starting on Friday and lasting until the final Sunday of September. The purpose of this ordinance is to decrease unsupervised youth activity in late-night hours and to improve safety in crowded entertainment districts during peak months. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV For individuals under the age of 18, the curfew is 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. The rule applies to all minors within the following entertainment districts: 18th & Vine District Central Business District Country Club Plaza Westport Shopping District Zona Rosa Shopping District View the latest headlines from Kansas City, Missouri, and Kansas at Minors are allowed in the districts during curfew hours if they are: With a parent/guardian On an emergency errand Returning from a school event or recreational activity Returning from a job Attending or traveling to/from an activity protected by First Amendment rights Traveling through the city (interstate or between nearby cities) At a city-approved event allowing minors There is also a citywide curfew through the summer set between the hours of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. for those under 16. Parents or guardians who allow their children to break the curfew risk a $500 fine and family counseling. Minors will not be criminally charged but may be arrested by police until released to a guardian or until 6 a.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
