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Today, Cord Cutters News has confirmed that Amazon is adding full-screen video ads that will play when you start your Fire TV unless you quickly perform an action on it. This new update will be rolling out to all Fire TVs made in 2016 or newer. With this update, the ad at the top of […] The post Amazon’s Fire TV is Adding Full-Screen Video Ads That Play When You Start Your Fire TV appeared first on Cord Cutters News.

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Is there an alternative product with similar functionality without ads? I’m getting really sick of this bullshit

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I use a chromecast with remote HD and changed out the stock launcher. No ads. Stremio starts on boot. YouTube button goes to smart tube.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I’m using an Apple TV and it’s been quite enjoyable

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

Everyone I know that owns a Firestick uses it exclusively for piracy.