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Netflix to End Support for First-Generation Amazon Fire TV Devices on June 2

Users of decade-old Fire TV models must upgrade to continue streaming as Netflix phases out support for aging hardware.

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Netflix is ending support for first-generation Fire TV devices from June 2.

Overview

  • Netflix will discontinue app support for the original Fire TV box, Fire TV Stick (2014), and Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote (2016) starting June 2, 2025.
  • Impacted users have been notified via email, with Netflix citing usage data to identify those affected.
  • The transition is driven by advancements in streaming technology, including the adoption of the AV1 codec, which older devices cannot support.
  • Amazon stopped providing software and security updates for these first-generation devices years ago, further contributing to their obsolescence.
  • Users are encouraged to upgrade to newer streaming devices, such as the Fire TV Stick 4K or other compatible platforms, to maintain access to Netflix.