Amazon has set specific deadlines for software support and security updates for Fire TV Stick users. The company guarantees software security updates for at least four years from the purchase date, with potential extensions beyond that period. The deadline for guaranteed software patches varies for different Fire TV Stick models, with most models set to receive updates until December 31, 2030. However, the Fire TV Stick 4K (1st Generation) may see its last update on December 31, 2029.
Here is the full timeline provided by Amazon:
– Fire TV Stick 4K Select – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick 4K Plus – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Generation) – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick 4K (2nd Generation) – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick Lite – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick (3rd Generation) – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick HD (2nd Generation) – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick HD (1st Generation) – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick 4K Max (1st Generation) – supported until December 31, 2030
– Fire TV Stick 4K (1st Generation) – supported until December 31, 2029
– Fire TV Cube (3rd Generation) – supported until December 31, 2030
Amazon emphasizes that these deadlines do not render Fire TV Sticks obsolete but serve as a guideline for when users may need to consider upgrading. It is important to note that the update period does not guarantee the longevity of the device. To identify your Fire TV Stick model, navigate to Settings > My Fire TV > About on your device to view the device name and generation.
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