The Apple TV app has finally arrived on Fire TV devices, allowing Firestick owners to stream Apple TV+ originals, premium channels, and thousands of hit movies and shows all in one place. In this guide, I‘ll walk you through everything you need to know to get set up with Apple TV on your Firestick.
Overview: Your Streaming TV App for Firestick
The Apple TV app serves as a central hub for all your entertainment needs. You‘ll be able to:
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Stream Apple Originals like Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, and Foundation exclusively via the Apple TV+ subscription service.
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Access premium channels like HBO Max, SHOWTIME, Starz, and more – subscribe directly or get free trials.
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Browse thousands of titles to rent or buy, including blockbuster movies and popular TV shows. Many new releases are available early.
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Enjoy personalized recommendations based on your viewing history and preferences.
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Stream content from your iTunes library if you‘ve purchased or rented movies/TV shows.
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Watch live TV from supported providers right in the app.
It provides Firestick users a one-stop-shop for many streaming services instead of jumping between different apps. While it doesn‘t have content from every provider like Netflix or Hulu, it offers enough to satisfy any entertainment appetite.
According to Apple, the app now has over 100,000 movies and episodes – one of the largest streaming libraries available today.
Step-by-Step: How to Download Apple TV App on Firestick
Downloading and installing the Apple TV app on your Firestick only takes a minute. Follow the step-by-step instructions below:
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From your Firestick‘s home screen, use the search function and type in "Apple TV".
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Select the Apple TV icon from the list of results.
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Choose "Get" to begin the download. This will only take a few seconds.
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Once downloaded, an "Apple TV Ready to Launch" message will appear. Click "Open" to start using the app.
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The Apple TV app will launch on your Firestick. Enjoy!
It‘s a super quick and easy process to get Apple TV installed on your Firestick. Within minutes, you‘ll have access to a huge library of shows, movies, channels, and more.
Set Up Your Apple ID for Instant Streaming
To start streaming content, you‘ll need an Apple ID. This allows the app to pull your purchased/rented titles, subscriptions, and preferences from iTunes and Apple TV+.
If you already have an Apple ID, simply sign into the Apple TV app on your Firestick using your existing credentials.
Don‘t have an Apple ID yet? No worries, you can create one right from the app:
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In the Apple TV app, move to the right to access the settings menu.
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Choose Accounts > Sign In
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Select "Create New Apple ID" to set up a new account.
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Enter your name, birthdate, email, and create a password. Make sure to verify your email.
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Use your new Apple ID to sign into the app and access all of its great content and features.
Here‘s a quick tour so you can find all the entertainment options available:
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Apple TV+ Tab: This is where you‘ll find Apple original movies and shows like Ted Lasso, Greyhound, and The Morning Show. You can play trailers or episodes and movies from exclusive Apple content.
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Movies: Browse through thousands of movies sorted by genre. View Top Movie lists and catch new releases early. Rent or buy movies to watch instantly.
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TV Shows: Similarly, discover hit shows and binge entire seasons. Follow your favorite shows and access new episodes as they air.
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Store: Shop the entire catalog of rentable and purchasable content. Get special deals and bundles. Pre-order upcoming releases.
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Library: This stores all the movies and shows you‘ve purchased or rented via iTunes. Stream anything from your library.
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Watch Now: Find curated collections of timely content like Halloween favorites or award winners. An easy way to find stuff worth watching.
Take some time to explore each section and get familiar with all the entertainment at your fingertips!
The Apple TV+ Subscription: Price, Shows, and More
The Apple TV app offers a dedicated hub for Apple TV+, the tech giant‘s own streaming service. Here are the key details on Apple TV+:
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Price: $4.99/month after a free 7-day trial. You can also get it free for 1 year when purchasing Apple devices.
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Original Content: Apple is investing billions into original shows and movies like The Morning Show, Greyhound, Ted Lasso, Foundation, and SEE. They are all available exclusively via Apple TV+.
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Supported Devices: Stream Apple TV+ on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV 4K & HD, some smart TVs, gaming consoles, and now Fire TV.
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No Ads: All programming on Apple TV+ is ad-free. You also get access to additional iTunes movie/TV library without ads.
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Share with Family: Apple TV+ allows sharing your subscription with up to 5 family members through Family Sharing. Each person gets their own profile and recommendations.
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Download for Offline Viewing: Download movies and shows to take Apple TV+ on the go. Airplane and roadtrip binges just got better!
While the library is still ramping up, they are adding high-profile shows frequently. If you want to be among the first to stream Apple‘s original content, their service is must-have.
Enjoy Live Sports, Movies, and More with Premium Channels
One of the best perks of the Apple TV app is the ability to subscribe directly to premium networks like HBO, SHOWTIME, CBS All Access, and more. You can also get free trials before committing.
Access top channels all in one place instead of needing individual streaming apps. Premium networks available include:
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HBO Max: Stream hit HBO shows, DC movies, popular series like Friends, Big Bang Theory and more.
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SHOWTIME: Get acclaimed originals, movies, sports and entertainment from SHOWTIME.
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CBS All Access: The 24/7 digital streaming service for CBS content.
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STARZ: Watch STARZ originals plus hit movies and shows.
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AMC+: Get commercial-free on-demand access to AMC shows and movies.
You can manage your premium channel subscriptions directly through the Apple TV app. Now it‘s easier than ever to cut the cord!
Live TV Streaming Capabilities
In addition to on-demand movies, shows, and Apple TV+, the app supports live TV from several providers.
You can stream live sports, news, events and more from services like fuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu Live TV, and Sling TV.
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Channel guides make it easy to find what‘s playing now or coming up later.
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Stream live TV from supported apps without needing to open a separate app.
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Pause, rewind, and replay live TV by accessing the Network DVR features included with providers like YouTube TV.
While it doesn‘t integrate every live TV streaming service yet, support is expanding. Apple TV makes it easier to consolidate multiple subscriptions into its one-stop-shop.
Enjoy Amazing Content for the Whole Family
Apple TV offers entertainment options for viewers of all ages. Explore dedicated sections for Kids and Family to find titles perfect for family movie night or giving the little ones independent viewing time.
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Create profiles so each person gets their own customized recommendations and Watch list. Personalization makes it easier to find favorites.
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Purchase restrictions control allow kids to browse but limit purchasing.
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Hide movies based on rating so kids only see content appropriate for their age.
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Download for travel and keep kids entertained anywhere even without WiFi.
Take advantage of all these parental control options to manage what the entire household watches.
Get Apple TV+ Original Programming – Exclusives You Won‘t Find Elsewhere
As competition heats up in the streaming space, exclusive original programming is how many services stand out. Apple TV aims to compete with the likes of Netflix, Hulu and Amazon with hit shows and movies you can‘t watch anywhere else.
Some of the top Apple TV+ originals you should add to your streaming queue include:
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Ted Lasso – Jason Sudeikis stars as an out-of-his-depth football coach brought to the UK to manage a struggling soccer team. Heartwarming and hilarious.
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The Morning Show – Drama revealing the dark side of morning talk shows starring Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carell.
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See – Sci-fi epic starring Jason Momoa set in post-apocalyptic future where everyone is blind.
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Greyhound – Tom Hanks captains a US destroyer pursued by Nazi U-boats in this WWII naval thriller.
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The Mosquito Coast – Justin Theroux stars as Allie Fox who uproots his family on a dangerous journey to Latin America.
This is just a small sample of the high-profile exclusive programming you‘ll find on Apple TV that you won‘t get anywhere else.
Firestick Apple TV App Unsupported Devices
While the Apple TV app is now available on many Fire TV models, there are some unsupported devices worth noting:
- 1st Gen Fire TV (2014)
- 2nd Gen Fire TV (2015)
- 1st Gen Fire TV Stick
- Insignia HD Fire TV Edition (2018 model)
- Toshiba HD Fire TV Edition (2018 model)
So if you have an older Fire device like the first Firestick, you won‘t be able to download Apple TV. Check Amazon‘s list of supported devices to confirm compatibility.
For older unsupported units, you may have to look into upgrading your Firestick to take advantage of the Apple TV app.
Troubleshooting: Fix Common Apple TV App Problems
Hopefully you are up and streaming quickly, but here are some tips to troubleshoot minor hiccups:
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App Crashing? Try force closing the app and clear cache/data before relaunching. Reboot your Firestick if issues persist.
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Won‘t Install? Double check your Fire TV model is supported. If compatible, try uninstalling and re-downloading the app.
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Can‘t Sign In? Make sure you are using the correct Apple ID password. You can reset your password via appleid.apple.com if needed.
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Missing Content? Check for app updates, ensure you are signed into the correct Apple ID, and confirm content access in iTunes purchase history.
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Buffering/Quality Issues? Try closing other apps, connect Firestick directly to router via ethernet for faster speeds, or lower the streaming quality setting.
Hopefully these troubleshooting tips help resolve any problems! Reach out to Apple customer support for additional assistance.
Tips and Tricks for Mastering Apple TV App
And finally, a few additional pointers to improve your Apple TV experience:
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Use Siri voice search to quickly find titles. Just hold the microphone button and say the name of a movie, show, actor etc.
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Create multiple user profiles so each person gets tailored recommendations based on viewing history. Personalization makes finding new stuff easier.
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Use AirPlay to easily stream Apple TV content from your iPhone or iPad to the big screen.
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Check out the "Coming Soon" section for sneak peaks of movies and shows before release.
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Download for offline viewing when you have limited bandwidth or are on the go.
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Follow shows and movies to get notified of new episodes and release dates.
Take some time to really explore all that Apple TV offers. I‘m sure you‘ll discover lots of movies, shows, and channels that become your new favorites!
Wrap Up: Apple TV App Transforms Firestick
Well, that wraps up this complete guide to using the Apple TV app on Firestick! I hope you now have the app installed and are enjoying access to Apple originals, premium channels, iTunes library, and much more all from your Fire TV streaming device.
Let me know if you have any other questions. Enjoy the thousands of hours of entertainment now at your fingertips and the added convenience of centralizing multiple streaming services into one Firestick app! Happy streaming!
