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AndroidTV which replaces all Google services with Amazon's own services.
SpecsUpdate
LicenseProprietary on top of Android TV
Based OnAndroid Open Source Project (AOSP)
Default Desktop EnvironmentFire TV Launcher
Init-SystemAndroid init
Package ManagerAPK, Amazon App Store
OS FamilyLinux (AOSP-based)
Main Usageset top box
OriginUSA
Official Supported ArchitecturesARM
DeveloperAmazon
Available OnFire TV devices
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Pros
Pro Sideloading
Since it is based on Android you can sideload any Android app.
Pro Cheap devices
Amazon FireTV devices are cheap and have often a discount.
Cons
Con Ads
There are plenty of ads for Amazon Prime or products.
Con Amazon account
Needs an Amazon account.
Con Focuses on Amazon content
The main purpose of the stick is to provide a portal to Amazon's various online services.
Con Proprietary
The UI is proprietary software.
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