Got up this morning and firestick said it had new updates and other crap despite everything being turned off. Any ideas?
I don’t believe it’s possible to completely turn off Amazon updates on the firesticks(?)
Here’s the thing I turn my internet off every night and check my settings also, then again in the morning.
First thing ET does when he powers up is to call home!
Yea your best bet long term is to use Google TV/Android TV devices like these - Best Android TV/Google TV Boxes in 2026 (Goodbye Fire TV)
I just got an onn 4k pro, the older one. Found it in a clearance bin $15. I’m going to fire this baby up.
Lucky you, great price.
I keep looking no luck yet.
My Firestick won’t even come on -TV isn’t acknowledging it’s there. Fine the night before
Abe, that was a score! Lucky you!
Troy has a great tutorial on setting that bad boy up. And there are quite a few knowledgeable folk around here that can answer questions if you can’t find any info with a search.
Gingerberry, That is a bummer. But you should get the stuff that Amazon jammed on your Stick. Is it completely dead and nothing shows up at all?
I’d suggest looking into an Onn device if they are available for you. Or any other Android TV/Google TV option here - Best Android TV/Google TV Boxes in 2026 (Goodbye Fire TV)
Check this out - How to Jailbreak Onn Google TV Devices & Unlock Content (2026)