How to sideload any application to an Amazon Fire TV

Copying APKs to a Fire TV is tricker than you might think

Amazon's Fire TV devices run a heavily-modified version of Android, which means you can install some Android applications on it. While the built-in Amazon Appstore does have a wide selection of apps and games, you can still install software not available through the official store (like the Kodi Media Center) if you have the APK file.

However, there are a few caveats to the process. First, Fire TV devices aren't fully compatible with all Android apps — many games and apps are designed for a touchscreen, not a physical remote.

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