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Amazon Fire TV update blocks users from installing certain apps

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Amazon's Fire TV is stamping out third party launchers with new software updates. Fire TV - which gives users access to dozens of streaming services and games - currently offers apps that provide personalised shortcuts for users.

These apps replace the Fire TV home screen, enabling users to customise their on-screen design with things like user profiles, viewing history and 'what to watch' recommendations.

However, Amazon seems to be stamping out some customisation options, reports The Express.The new updates are now blocking third-party launchers from functioning property.

Some of the launchers are designed to remove the high-resolution artwork as well as trailers that can be viewed through the Fire TV homescreen, replacing them with a simple grid of app icons to jump into content as quickly as possible.

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