Amazon blocks sideloading on new Fire Sticks

Amazon has ceased production of Fire TV Stick models that support sideloading applications from outside its official app store. The two latest Fire Stick iterations now enforce restrictions, preventing users from installing third-party apps not approved by Amazon. This move signifies a tighter control over the Fire TV ecosystem, potentially aiming to enhance security, ensure a consistent user experience, or drive more revenue through its own app marketplace. Users who rely on sideloading for custom applications will need to find alternative solutions or older devices.