Amazon to restore Android app sideloading on Fire TV devices via upcoming update

Amazon has confirmed that an upcoming software update will restore the ability to sideload Android applications on Fire TV devices. The feature was previously broken due to a bug that disrupted sideloading tools like Downloader and other similar apps on Fire TV Sticks. The issue led to widespread concern among users who relied on these methods to install apps not officially available on the Amazon Appstore. Although the fix brings back the functionality, reports note that it will come with a specific catch or new parameters for older models. Amazon is rolling out the update specifically to resolve the bug that affected these devices. Users of Fire TV will soon be able to use Downloader and other external apps normally once the software patch reaches their hardware.