UK users of Amazon’s popular Fire TV Stick are in for a valuable upgrade in the near future. Amazon has revealed a significant enhancement to its Fire TV mobile app, introducing various new functions. Previously known primarily for channel switching, the app is now expanding its capabilities.
Following the update, the app effectively turns a smartphone into a secondary screen. Users can now search for and explore content, manage watchlists, and initiate playback of shows or movies on their TV directly from their mobile device.
Moreover, the app has undergone a complete redesign to match the upcoming Fire TV interface, set to be launched on screens later this year. The updated appearance is intended to provide a more contemporary look while enhancing overall performance and speed.
In addition to its previous features, the app can also serve as a fully functional virtual remote control. In case the physical remote is misplaced, users can still control channel selection, menu navigation, and volume adjustments directly from their phone.
Amazon has announced that the revamped Fire TV mobile app is starting its rollout in the UK today, with availability expanding to all users in the coming weeks.
In a statement, Amazon emphasized that the enhanced app “introduces new features that will revolutionize how you engage with your Fire TV experience.” The company highlighted that while many users already use the app as a backup remote, the latest version enriches the experience with new tools that extend entertainment beyond the TV screen.
The updated app now enables users to browse content, manage watchlists, and play titles on their TV, all within a redesigned interface that mirrors the new Fire TV experience.