Is there a browser that works with just the remote control/gamepad? I can't seem to get a popup keyboard in Firefox or Javelin. Very inconvenient to have to hook up a USB keyboard in front of the TV.
Anyone know?
There is a version of UC Browser that works ok with the remote. give it a try
eshiku said:
There is a version of UC Browser that works ok with the remote. give it a try
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks. Will the latest version do?
Y.G. said:
Is there a browser that works with just the remote control/gamepad? I can't seem to get a popup keyboard in Firefox or Javelin. Very inconvenient to have to hook up a USB keyboard in front of the TV.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lightning browser works pretty well for me with just a controller.
Related
So I've ran into a couple of instances where it would be nice to have a browser on my FireTVs. Just curious what browsers have already been tried and how they worked? I'm partial to Google Chrome but more than willing to try something else if it runs better on the Fire or has better navigation. Would also be nice to have some integration with XMBC but that is not a must since I can launch just about anything from Favorites. I have a keyboard and mouse but would be nice to be able to do a little bit with a remote if possible. I am rooted and have the Play Store installed.
martian21 said:
So I've ran into a couple of instances where it would be nice to have a browser on my FireTVs. Just curious what browsers have already been tried and how they worked? I'm partial to Google Chrome but more than willing to try something else if it runs better on the Fire or has better navigation. Would also be nice to have some integration with XMBC but that is not a must since I can launch just about anything from Favorites. I have a keyboard and mouse but would be nice to be able to do a little bit with a remote if possible. I am rooted and have the Play Store installed.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This thread states FireFox does... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51586184&highlight=autopilot#post51586184
Seems some browsers like Chrome might need a keyboard or mouse for control on FireTV... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53091252&postcount=380
martian21 said:
So I've ran into a couple of instances where it would be nice to have a browser on my FireTVs. Just curious what browsers have already been tried and how they worked? I'm partial to Google Chrome but more than willing to try something else if it runs better on the Fire or has better navigation. Would also be nice to have some integration with XMBC but that is not a must since I can launch just about anything from Favorites. I have a keyboard and mouse but would be nice to be able to do a little bit with a remote if possible. I am rooted and have the Play Store installed.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dolphin is the browser I use the most on my AFTV. Chrome blows, firefox blows.
.
I have tried several web browser E.g. firefox, chrome, javalin, and Naked. Most annoyed is FTV keyboard popped and I couldn't see background of browser. However Naked browser is awesome speedy no bloatware or junk and most respected privacy.
I might try install the null keyboard (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fevdev.nakedbrowser&hl=envoid) and test if it will allows me run null keyboard as primary input then it will rock!
When using naked, the keyboard pops up like on the cell? Any mods to hide it?
Probably should've asked this awhile ago...when I first started using aftv in June I tried a couple of web browsers but think I found they didn't work well. So I sort of stop pursuing it. Now I think it'd be useful. But I don't have a Bluetooth keyboard or harmony or melee f10 pro.
Ideally I'd want one that can either be controlled with the stock remote or my android phone or tablet.
Another option is to mirror my phone/tablet but we don't have great support there. I can mirror to apple TV with android but haven't found a way to do it with aftv. I'd be willing to purchase 3rd party software for it. To me that's preferable to shelling out money for a new remote. But yea, my first choice would be to install a web browser.
KLit75 said:
Probably should've asked this awhile ago...when I first started using aftv in June I tried a couple of web browsers but think I found they didn't work well. So I sort of stop pursuing it. Now I think it'd be useful. But I don't have a Bluetooth keyboard or harmony or melee f10 pro.
Ideally I'd want one that can either be controlled with the stock remote or my android phone or tablet.
Another option is to mirror my phone/tablet but we don't have great support there. I can mirror to apple TV with android but haven't found a way to do it with aftv. I'd be willing to purchase 3rd party software for it. To me that's preferable to shelling out money for a new remote. But yea, my first choice would be to install a web browser.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
go with firefox and don't get the beta version. You can install flash as well so u'll have a proper working browser.
navigates said:
go with firefox and don't get the beta version. You can install flash as well so u'll have a proper working browser.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Which flash are you using? Only ones I find are browsers. I assume you meant a plugin?
Maxthon Browser. Maxthon is far and away the best browser I have used on the Fire TV. To mirror your Android device all you have to do is install MirrorOP reciever on the fire TV, and install MirrorOP sender on the Android device.You can also install MirrorOP sender on your PC and mirror your PC on the Fire TV too. No root needed. BTW, a browser is super useful on the Fire TV. I hate using two devices so the browser comes in handy so that I do not have to send files from my PC or phone etc, I can just download files with the browser. Having to use two devices is the same reason I refuse to use Plex.
KLit75 said:
Which flash are you using? Only ones I find are browsers. I assume you meant a plugin?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
See attached apk for flash. Note, you will not be able to open the app itself. Once installed, you can integrate it with Firefox. You can permanently enable flash for Firefox so that you don't have to enable the flash plugin everytime. To do so, launch Firefox. Next, click on the context menu button on FTV remote. Scroll down to "Settings". Next go to "Display". Next go to "Plugins". Change the option to "Enabled".
Youtube.com is a good site to test your flash plugin.
dbdoshi said:
See attached apk for flash. Note, you will not be able to open the app itself. Once installed, you can integrate it with Firefox. You can permanently enable flash for Firefox so that you don't have to enable the flash plugin everytime. To do so, launch Firefox. Next, click on the context menu button on FTV remote. Scroll down to "Settings". Next go to "Display". Next go to "Plugins". Change the option to "Enabled".
Youtube.com is a good site to test your flash plugin.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Really appreciate this...thanks a lot!
porkenhimer said:
Maxthon Browser. Maxthon is far and away the best browser I have used on the Fire TV. To mirror your Android device all you have to do is install MirrorOP reciever on the fire TV, and install MirrorOP sender on the Android device.You can also install MirrorOP sender on your PC and mirror your PC on the Fire TV too. No root needed. BTW, a browser is super useful on the Fire TV. I hate using two devices so the browser comes in handy so that I do not have to send files from my PC or phone etc, I can just download files with the browser. Having to use two devices is the same reason I refuse to use Plex.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes! Mirroring is the one thing I've been lacking. Seems dumb I can mirror android to apple TV but not to aftv. Definetly give it a try but if it doesn't have remote support I'll need to hold off. Its inevitable I'll end up buying melee f10 pro or harmony but still havent.
And plex was a wasted 5 bucks for aftv. I use a an RPI as a server, low power, fast enough and very low price.
Opera Browser is a good choice for its lack of quirkyness compared to all other Android browsers on FireTV.
Especially since the version 27 update made it snappier!
It is a must-have in case you have trouble with another browser and get stuck.
KLit75 said:
Yes! Mirroring is the one thing I've been lacking. Seems dumb I can mirror android to apple TV but not to aftv. Definetly give it a try but if it doesn't have remote support I'll need to hold off. Its inevitable I'll end up buying melee f10 pro or harmony but still havent.
And plex was a wasted 5 bucks for aftv. I use a an RPI as a server, low power, fast enough and very low price.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi,
i have firefox installed and it is ok i dont use it much. I installed AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO) and i can mirror my ipad to AFTV. You can download this free, first install black mart and then download AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO) from there for free normally this app is $5 but you will get it free.
just open firefox and go to http://www.blackmart.us/ and download the APK directly to your AFTV and install it or you download the apk to your computer and transfer the apa via adb.
thanks
ashsha7877 said:
Hi,
i have firefox installed and it is ok i dont use it much. I installed AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO) and i can mirror my ipad to AFTV. You can download this free, first install black mart and then download AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO) from there for free normally this app is $5 but you will get it free.
just open firefox and go to http://www.blackmart.us/ and download the APK directly to your AFTV and install it or you download the apk to your computer and transfer the apa via adb.
thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Very good info. Thanks. That's the one I wanted to try but didn't know if it was worth 5 bucks.
Tried Firefox and maxthon but both seem to require a 3rd party remote. Firefox seems to have more functionality with aftv remote but really awkward trying to navigate. I'm gonna do some research and pick a mini keyboard/airmouse. Thanks for all the feedback though.
KLit75 said:
Very good info. Thanks. That's the one I wanted to try but didn't know if it was worth 5 bucks.
Tried Firefox and maxthon but both seem to require a 3rd party remote. Firefox seems to have more functionality with aftv remote but really awkward trying to navigate. I'm gonna do some research and pick a mini keyboard/airmouse. Thanks for all the feedback though.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
get the logitech k400. its cheap and gets the job done. there is another backlight version which is more expensive
navigates said:
get the logitech k400. its cheap and gets the job done. there is another backlight version which is more expensive
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I was just about to start a new thread for this! Fire TV remote doesn't cut it. Light up keyboard is VERY useful if not essential sometimes. I've also heard good things about mele f10. Wanna keep it around 30 bucks.
If anyone else has suggestions please let me know!
***checked out the k400 and it looks cool but how's it for basic navigation?--just the simple up, down select etc for fire home screen, Netflix and kodi? I see the keyboard has direction buttons but does the mouse pad work well for navigation? Does it click or is it just tap?
If I'm gonna use it I want it to replace aftv remote, not strictly use it for web browsing. Do you use it for everything?
I have the K400r,and I use it for everything.
Only issue is that some things like "7zipper 2.0" fail to back out on the 2nd press of escape,forcing you to either Alt+Tab out of it or grab your remote to hit the back button on it twice.
I've found this browser https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=lex.com.webbrowser&hl=en which should work well with the aftv remote control.
Did anybody try that ?
Does anybody have the apk to sideload, cause I can't find a way to download it
I think the best way to use a browser on the FTV is in combination with a remote app or keyboard mouse combo
suoko said:
I've found this browser https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=lex.com.webbrowser&hl=en which should work well with the aftv remote control.
Did anybody try that ?
Does anybody have the apk to sideload, cause I can't find a way to download it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can install it in your phone, then use agk fire to push it to the AFTV stick.
I'm currently using Firefox and it works ok with the mouse toggle app.
Sent from my LGLS991 using Tapatalk
I have a web page slideshow I display on a 40" TV at my business, and am hoping to use my fire stick instead of my laptop to run it.
I've sideloaded a few browsers and they display the slideshow, but not full screen.
I've tried Dolphin & Firefox, but can't see if it's possible to go full screen and tried a couple of "Fullscreen Browser" apps XYZ-Apps version ran the slideshow poorly and has a welcome message bar I cant make go away. The Klurige version has no way to enter the URL.
Can anyone suggest a solution?
try the app "rotate screen orientation" and see if that helps. it sets all apps to landscape mode.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2331514
I use opera browser on my fire tv it works real nice.
i like chrome browser.. not sure if itll b full screen or not when you run slideshow
DBCAB said:
I use opera browser on my fire tv it works real nice.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I would like to know which version of the Opera Web Browser are you currently using on your FireTV?
Are you using the latest Opera 35.0.2070.100283 (Full Version) or Opera Mini 15.0.2125.100342 (Beta)?
I am using the Opera Browser not mini my version atm is 34.0.0.2044.98679 so would be version before that I guess but its fast full screen and has good features. Funny cause I like using firefox on my kindles but opera seems a nice fit for the ftv.
DBCAB said:
I am using the Opera Browser not mini my version atm is 34.0.0.2044.98679 so would be version before that I guess but its fast full screen and has good features. Funny cause I like using firefox on my kindles but opera seems a nice fit for the ftv.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for your quick reply!
Hey,
is there any good web browser for Android TV, that can be easily controlled with the remote controller? Something like Puffin TV, but not Puffin, because I don't want my data to be transferred at half of my connection speed thru 3rd party servers on the other side of the world.
Hi,
VEWD Browser (Opera) is available for some vendors (or it is directly integrated into tv firmware); https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.tv.browser.sony.dia&hl=de
[email protected]
Toengel said:
Hi,
VEWD Browser (Opera) is available for some vendors (or it is directly integrated into tv firmware); https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.tv.browser.sony.dia&hl=de
[email protected]
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks, but it has really bad reviews, and it is not compatible with my device.
Probably I should write that I have Mi Box S, and it probably does not belong here, but I didn't find any general Android TV forum here.
Sent from my Lenovo TB-8704F using XDA Labs
Try Firefox tv
Firefox for Android TV works fine. It will take some time to get used to it, but in the end, you will find it ok.
Google chrome the best try it and tell us what do you think
Aneedoo said:
Google chrome the best try it and tell us what do you think
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can't control Chrome with controller, so I have Firefox now. ?
BraianV said:
Try Firefox tv
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
meetdilip said:
Firefox for Android TV works fine. It will take some time to get used to it, but in the end, you will find it ok.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks
Sent from my Lenovo TB-8704F using XDA Labs
@Ja_som I am still to find a short cut or button to close the Firefox. I skip to " Home " screen and then shut down the TV.
i usually use Puffin , is more fluid on navigation and have easy controls for bookmarking pages ,
I have found that lex.com.webbrowser has worked best for my TCL android 8
Although puffin is good but sometimes lacks
Just learnt about TV-Bro simple TV Browser
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/tv-bro-browser-android-based-tvs-t3545295