Amazon has yet again chosen to block a helpful tool that many Firestick and Fire TV Owners find useful.
This recent blockade has removed the option to utilize AFTVNews’ “Remapper” app, which was compatible with the updated Firestick remote featuring app shortcut buttons.
Presently, these alterations are affecting Fire TV Stick 4K Max users following a recent software update on these devices.
It is probable that these changes will extend to other Firestick devices equipped with the updated Alexa Voice remote featuring shortcut buttons.
These shortcut buttons enable quick access to various applications like Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Prime Video, and more.
However, many users preferred to customize the shortcut buttons to access other apps they use more frequently, which was where the Remapper app became handy.
Remapper granted users the flexibility to swap these default shortcut buttons to their preferred apps.
This allowed users to set up a quick launch option for any streaming app or APK of their choice.
It appears that Amazon objected to this functionality, leading them to disable this feature on compatible remotes.
Amazon has a history of limiting device customizations, such as banning 3rd party launchers & preventing auto-update restrictions.
Consequently, this is one of the reasons why many consumers are opting for Android TV Devices instead of the popular Firestick & Fire TV.
This recent limitation implies that individuals desiring to remap buttons on their Firestick device now have no viable solutions.
For those seeking this feature, the alternative is to purchase the latest Alexa Voice Remote Pro with customizable buttons for $34.99.
Meanwhile, the rest of us are once again confronted with the disappointment of another prized feature being disabled by Amazon.
We are curious about your opinion on Amazon’s decision to prevent changing shortcut buttons on the Firestick remote.
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