Mouse toggle problem after latest update - Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I can not get mouse toggle to work after upgrading my fire tv 2 box to 5.2.7.0_r1. Does anyone have it working? I even went to the app store and downloaded the latest one (remote for fire tv ) still no go. Any help would be great. Thanks.

Try disabling adb debugging from your developer options, and then re-enable it again, that worked for me on the same rom, I think theres something that's messing with the service, the app itself recommend you that if the state of the service is stuck on "starting" try that workaround, I think that would do the job.

hardy272 said:
Try disabling adb debugging from your developer options, and then re-enable it again, that worked for me on the same rom, I think theres something that's messing with the service, the app itself recommend you that if the state of the service is stuck on "starting" try that workaround, I think that would do the job.
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Thank you but, I did try that. It starts fine (says started in bottom corner) but, won't bring up the cursor when double clicking the pause/play button.

I had the same issue but after rebooting the firetv it worked fine.
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bradyrd said:
I had the same issue but after rebooting the firetv it worked fine.
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No luck, tried that a few times. Thanks though.

there is a fix i found
it seems these guys have the latest APK file for the mouse toggle. it worked great on my fire tv. they also have a couple of troubleshooting guidelines.

I have a Fire TV 4k Is there a mouse toggle that works for it?
I have tried disabled/enabling ADB and the app always gets stuck on starting, reboot does nothing
I have hooked up a real mouse for **** sakes and the damn FireTV does not seem to support a mouse fully as I don't get a cursor on any app and you don't know where you are clicking. It really sucks as many sideloaded apps won't work fine without touch screen or a mouse cursor

saulin78 said:
I have a Fire TV 4k Is there a mouse toggle that works for it?
I have tried disabled/enabling ADB and the app always gets stuck on starting, reboot does nothing
I have hooked up a real mouse for **** sakes and the damn FireTV does not seem to support a mouse fully as I don't get a cursor on any app and you don't know where you are clicking. It really sucks as many sideloaded apps won't work fine without touch screen or a mouse cursor
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Try this sequence from shell when mouse toggle is stuck on "starting" or the pointer is stuck:
/data/local/tmp/.mousetoggle/nmouseg stop
/data/local/tmp/.mousetoggle/nmouseg start >/dev/null &
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How to solve this mouse toggle issue?
@brick00444,
Did you get this issue solved? Please tell how to solve this mouse toggle issue?
Regards,
Ashok

kr.ashok said:
@brick00444,
Did you get this issue solved? Please tell how to solve this mouse toggle issue?
Regards,
Ashok
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I flashed rbox's rom and then it worked

brick00444 said:
I flashed rbox's rom and then it worked
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Hmm.. can you provide the link of that rom and if possible complete process of undertaking the rom including root and flashing the new os..

kr.ashok said:
Hmm.. can you provide the link of that rom and if possible complete process of undertaking the rom including root and flashing the new os..
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I should have said "reflashed" the latest rbox rom. The instructions are in his thread. https://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/development/firetv-2-sloane-prerooted-stock-images-t3309783

brick00444 said:
Thank you but, I did try that. It starts fine (says started in bottom corner) but, won't bring up the cursor when double clicking the pause/play button.
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I have the same problem with Fredrick Reboot does not fix it HELP
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Trtog7 said:
I have the same problem with Fredrick Reboot does not fix it HELP
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Meant firestick.

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[Q] USB Keyboard support

I have tried two different USB keyboards (Cherry evolution stream XT, Cherry G80-3000) but none of them seems to work.
Both keyboards are working when connected to a pc. The OUYA usb port recognizes my mouse. So I guess it has to be a software problem.
Anybody else encoutering similar problems or having an idea to solve this issue?
I didn't find a single thread where a corded USB keyboard didn't work. I have no other keyboard to test .
Pommes_Schranke said:
I have tried two different USB keyboards (Cherry evolution stream XT, Cherry G80-3000) but none of them seems to work.
Both keyboards are working when connected to a pc. The OUYA usb port recognizes my mouse. So I guess it has to be a software problem.
Anybody else encoutering similar problems or having an idea to solve this issue?
I didn't find a single thread where a corded USB keyboard didn't work. I have no other keyboard to test .
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Go to advanced settings and make sure in language and input that hardware keyboard is on.
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TadeoNYC said:
Go to advanced settings and make sure in language and input that hardware keyboard is on.
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In advanced settings there's only the ouya keyboard. I cannot switch the input method.
Pommes_Schranke said:
In advanced settings there's only the ouya keyboard. I cannot switch the input method.
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Even with the keyboard attached? Do you connect the keyboard before booting up?
I've been using the Asus keyboard from my pc with no issues. When connected there is always the option to enable and disable it.
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Do you connect the keyboard before booting up?
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I have had problems in this area as well. For me pulling the power, plugging in the keyboard, and then putting the power back seems to work a lot of the time. Sometimes it is just a matter of doing it a bunch of time until the keyboard is finally recognized. To me, this issue speaks to the build quality and software quality of the Ouya in general. Stuff like this makes the Ouya pain in the a** for the masses.
HT123 said:
I have had problems in this area as well. For me pulling the power, plugging in the keyboard, and then putting the power back seems to work a lot of the time. Sometimes it is just a matter of doing it a bunch of time until the keyboard is finally recognized. To me, this issue speaks to the build quality and software quality of the Ouya in general. Stuff like this makes the Ouya pain in the a** for the masses.
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What about using the power button to initiate a real shut down before attaching the keyboard.
It seems the OUYA is not built using parts from a single manufacturer and that has a lot to do with inconsistent performance.
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I tried everything mentioned in this thread at least a few times with the two different keyboards with no effect.
I pulled the cord, plugged both keyboards in and turned it on. Powered it off with the hardware button and pluged the keyboard in. Searched the options for any signs of a keyboard that is connected but just not activated.
I also tried different builts (there was an auto update). None seems to work.
This box is a pain in the a%&. I seem to have a very *****y ouya. XBMC is not working quite well too.
Using a hub
Pommes_Schranke said:
I tried everything mentioned in this thread at least a few times with the two different keyboards with no effect.
I pulled the cord, plugged both keyboards in and turned it on. Powered it off with the hardware button and pluged the keyboard in. Searched the options for any signs of a keyboard that is connected but just not activated.
I also tried different builts (there was an auto update). None seems to work.
This box is a pain in the a%&. I seem to have a very *****y ouya. XBMC is not working quite well too.
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Are you using a USB hub?
HT123 said:
Are you using a USB hub?
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No. I tried using a hub as a fix but it didn't help.
I'm absolutely clueless.
I guess installing a custom rom or a bootloader is no option without a working keyboard. The OUYA seems to be a complete waste of time and money so far. Only crap games, worst "store"/rom ever, loud fan, controller with input lag and XBMC not working properly. Unfortunately people seem to have recognized how bad this thing is, where I live the resell value is free falling.
Pommes_Schranke said:
No. I tried using a hub as a fix but it didn't help.
I'm absolutely clueless.
I guess installing a custom rom or a bootloader is no option without a working keyboard. The OUYA seems to be a complete waste of time and money so far. Only crap games, worst "store"/rom ever, loud fan, controller with input lag and XBMC not working properly. Unfortunately people seem to have recognized how bad this thing is, where I live the resell value is free falling.
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Does it work in recovery? Does the cap lock light come on when you press the cap lock button?
HT123 said:
Does it work in recovery? Does the cap lock light come on when you press the cap lock button?
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No and no .
Ouya and keyboard are acting like there is no connection at all. But when I plug in any pc mouse everything is working fine.
Pommes_Schranke said:
No and no .
Ouya and keyboard are acting like there is no connection at all. But when I plug in any pc mouse everything is working fine.
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I am at a loss as well. I'm not sure how attached you are to your current install on the OUYA but you could try to sideload the latest OTA. I am pretty sure you can do all that without a USB keyboard attached via ADB. You could also fastboot CWM and see if it is recognized then. Just a couple shot in the dark idea but as if a mouse works, the USB port must be working.
I borrowed a logitech keyboard from a friend and it's working like a charm.
The problem seems to be "cherry only".
That sucks. Now I have to buy a new keyboard for this crapcube since my friend needs his keyboard.
Thanks for the advices to everyone.

Netflix issues on my note 4.

So I installed netflix and was watching something..my video pauses after a while but audio keeps playing. Anyone else having this issue? I tried wifi and spark. Same results with diffrent videos.
Found the problem. Had a ad blocker installed. Apparently it was messing with both hulu and netflix apps. I froze it and they both worked fine.
Was it ad block plus?
DarkManX4lf said:
Was it ad block plus?
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It was adaway
DarkManX4lf said:
Was it ad block plus?
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So, installed ad blocker plus instead. Having no issues with this blocker. Hulu and Netflix work fine..
danielddube said:
So, installed ad blocker plus instead. Having no issues with this blocker. Hulu and Netflix work fine..
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Try youtube as well. In the past with ad block plus, I would have issues streaming video.
DarkManX4lf said:
Try youtube as well. In the past with ad block plus, I would have issues streaming video.
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Youtube is working well..
I cant even sign into Netflix just stays at the signing in page anyone having that problem i haven't been able to sign into my netflix once since i got my note 4 all my other devices sign in just fine i have unistalled reinstalled tried older versions but to no avail,was hoping someone might have a fix or a way around.Thanks.
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I cant even sign into Netflix just stays at the signing in page anyone having that problem i haven't been able to sign into my netflix once since i got my note 4 all my other devices sign in just fine i have unistalled reinstalled tried older versions but to no avail,was hoping someone might have a fix or a way around.Thanks.
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Yeah thats odd. Is your note rooted?
danielddube said:
Yeah thats odd. Is your note rooted?
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Yes phone is rooted and running xposed and wanam device still reads official i don't get it I've tried everything and it just sits there signing in.
JAMRZ69 said:
I cant even sign into Netflix just stays at the signing in page anyone having that problem i haven't been able to sign into my netflix once since i got my note 4 all my other devices sign in just fine i have unistalled reinstalled tried older versions but to no avail,was hoping someone might have a fix or a way around.Thanks.
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I found this temporary fix in a tmobile forum. I will report back on my personal findings.
"I actually found the temporary fix for this was to wipe the cache partition. Netflix then worked correctly for a few days, and it started freezing again, although it went longer into a video (10 or 11 minutes instead of 3 or 4) before it froze. I wiped the cache partition again and no freezing. I'm assuming I will have to do this every so often but it's better than nothing.
Wiping the cache does not affect your personal data. These are the steps:
Turn the device off.
Press and hold the following three buttons at the same time:
Volume Up key
Home key
Power key.
When the phone vibrates, release the Power and Home key but continue to press and hold the Volume Up key.
Continue holding the Volume Up key until the Android System Recovery menu displays and then release. This step may take several seconds.
Press the Volume Down key to highlight 'wipe cache partition.'
Press the Power key to select.
When the wipe cache partition is complete, 'Reboot system now' is highlighted.
Press the Power key to restart the device."

Disable Sleep Mode On Fire TV Stick?

Hi,
I wondered if anyone could help me, Im trying to disable the 30 min sleep on my Fire TV stick as I need it to remain on a webpage 24hrs as a communication tool. I tried used the dolphin browser with the auto refresh but it crashes and I cant root the stick. I tried a stay awake app too which didn't work either, any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
KoKee
kokee said:
Hi,
I wondered if anyone could help me, Im trying to disable the 30 min sleep on my Fire TV stick as I need it to remain on a webpage 24hrs as a communication tool. I tried used the dolphin browser with the auto refresh but it crashes and I cant root the stick. I tried a stay awake app too which didn't work either, any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
KoKee
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Have you tried Tasker? That maybe able to do this for you? If it's not possible it maybe because you need root to stop the timeout? & root isn't possible via the fire stick
deanr1977 said:
Have you tried Tasker? That maybe able to do this for you? If it's not possible it maybe because you need root to stop the timeout? & root isn't possible via the fire stick
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Tasker has worked a treat - thank you very much
Tasker
Hi there I have the same problem with my Amazon fire TV box going in to sleep mode (black screen) where can I find and install tasker. Thanks in advance.
evertheoptimist said:
Hi there I have the same problem with my Amazon fire TV box going in to sleep mode (black screen) where can I find and install tasker. Thanks in advance.
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There is a trial version in the play store but if you have a rooted phone,tablet or what ever just buy it, it was one of the first apps I bought & have used it for years & is so useful, a little hard to use at first but well worth learning how to use it.
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What did you do with tasker to stop the screen blanking?
Ewle said:
What did you do with tasker to stop the screen blanking?
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I'd imagine it was something like - when app open, display timeout (then input what ever length of time you wany it to stay open for?)
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Updated my firetv stick and tasker doesn't work anymore , I have set it up again but no joy - anyone had success with any other app?
fire tv stop sleep mode
turn your screen saver to never to stop sleep mode on fire tv
beechie100 said:
turn your screen saver to never to stop sleep mode on fire tv
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that stops the screensaver but the firetv will goto sleep with a black screen after 20/30 mins
kokee said:
that stops the screensaver but the firth will goto sleep with a black screen after 20/30 mins
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You are right i posted a bit quick. But i have found that it will not sleep with certain apps for instance i played a hour long you tube mix of music and it never went to sleep but when i play a normal music app its sleeps.
Have any of you guys been able to find a fix? i couldn't even use tasker as it wanted me to hit the + button but due to the limited functionality of the remote control which accompanies the fire stick, i cant even get down to it. is there anyway to prevent the fire tv stick from sleeping ? as i need it to display a website, constantly
Not sure if this works on FTV stick and/or non-rooted, need to be tested. It works on FTV2 rooted (don't have a stick to test).
Scroll to the last post on this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/help/how-off-sleep-mode-fire-tv-t3123111
dbdoshi said:
Not sure if this works on FTV stick and/or non-rooted, need to be tested. It works on FTV2 rooted (don't have a stick to test).
Scroll to the last post on this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/help/how-off-sleep-mode-fire-tv-t3123111
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is that with the latest OS?
rav0100 said:
is that with the latest OS?
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No, one version back, I think. Mine is at 5.0.5 (537174420), pre-rooted RBox.
have the same issue here... have you find a solution?
Any updates on this (2018) ?
I'd like to share my work-around as of 2018. I install "Stay Alive" app on my fire stick and open it. After you open it, it will keep the screen awake. Keep in mind that it's a third party app, so you have to sideload it, it should be quite easy to google for a tutorial on how to sideload apps onto fire tv stick.
There are many other apps in the play store that claim to keep the screen alive, but in most of them it takes quite some navigation to set them up and navigation within third-party apps can be tricky using fire tv remote or app. Fortunately, Stay Alive has the right settings (keeping the screen alive forever) enabled by default, so just opening it does the job!
Simple TV Display (No Sleep Webpage TV) - an app that helps solves the the original post. Lets you put in a webpage, set how often you want to refresh, and then shows the webpage while keeping it the screen awake
Use a program called Stay Alive! It will appear not to work and complain about google play services not being installed, but my launcher is always open after I turn my tv on in the morning now, with CEC enabled too.

Cast screen issue

Cast screen not working in OS 4.0.1 any solutions?
aashish_believe said:
Cast screen not working in OS 4.0.1 any solutions?
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I will try it tonight and let you know.
In the meantime you could clear cache in recovery.
I am not sure if cast screen is available in safe mode, but you let us know..
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aashish_believe said:
Cast screen not working in OS 4.0.1 any solutions?
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It works fine for me with OxygenOS4.0.1
millicent said:
I will try it tonight and let you know.
In the meantime you could clear cache in recovery.
I am not sure if cast screen is available in safe mode, but you let us know..
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No it's not available in safe mode, I have lg g5 with Android version 7.0 cast screen works perfectly fine on that. But I can't connect my op3 to the same smart tv, It though detects the tv while wifi is on. When I tap to connect... it's just keeps on showing connecting.
Chris.nl said:
It works fine for me with OxygenOS4.0.1
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Which tv you have? Are you using stock cast option to mirror your screen to tv
Mine tooo
aashish_believe said:
Which tv you have? Are you using stock cast option to mirror your screen to tv
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I'm using a chromecast hdmi dongle...
But i just tried with my Sony Bravia TV and this also works, stock.
Try to fiddle with the Android cast setting "show wireless devices".. screen (dutch)
Chris.nl said:
I'm using a chromecast hdmi dongle...
But i just tried with my Sony Bravia TV and this also works, stock.
Try to fiddle with the Android cast setting "show wireless devices"..
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can't find the option of show wireless devices.
There is only one option of Enable wireless display.
aashish_believe said:
can't find the option of show wireless devices.
There is only one option of Enable wireless display.
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Yep, thats it (what i meant to say).
I also had to put my Sony Bravia TV in 'screenreproduction modus' while setting this up.
Chris.nl said:
Yep, thats it (what i meant to say).
I also had to put my Sony Bravia TV in 'screenreproduction modus' while setting this up.
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yeah I know that but still not connecting
aashish_believe said:
yeah I know that but still not connecting
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I'm sorry bro. Maybe a Chromecast would be best fix money can buy.
same problem here too... oneplus 3 such a beast but lacking some important feature like screen cast not working.
rocksolidnsg said:
same problem here too... oneplus 3 such a beast but lacking some important feature like screen cast not working.
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It is working for most of us, so OP3 doesn't "lack" this feature.
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It is working for most of us, so OP3 doesn't "lack" this feature.
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it is lacking indeed for most people.... there's many people reporting this problem on oneplus forum also
On Oos 4.0.2 works for me without issues , but with the most custom Roms , no Chance to cast the Screen to my Bravia.
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it is lacking indeed for most people.... there's many people reporting this problem on oneplus forum also
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I repeat, it is not "lacking" this feature. It is available in every OP3 on OOS definitely. It may not be working for some but that doesn't mean that OP3 is "lacking" this feature.
I ahem similar problem. My OP3 is running stock nougat
I cannot use any screen mirroring app other than stock cast app.
Also cannot use screen recording apps. When I start recording, the device locks.
Sony Bravia and OOS 4.0.2 Stock Nougat
Was able to screen before the OOS update.
Any solution found?
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Was facing the same issue.
The temp solution i've found is that just Clear all the wifi direct devices in your smart tv WiFi direct settings.
The try connecting it, it will connect for sure.
Hope this resolves the issue.
No problems here
4.0.3 stock with ElementalX kernel

Crunchyroll

So I tried sideloading Crunchyroll on my firestick and everything was fine till I booted up the app, it gives me a mobile phone like view, literally like a big mobile phone in the middle of my screen surrounded by big black bars. So what gives? I know the app previously worked on firestick before, any help pls??
Does forcing landscape with the Rotate Screen Orientation app work?
How does that work on the fire stick??
shanxybeast said:
How does that work on the fire stick??
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http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-force-all-sideloaded-apps-into-landscape-mode-on-fire-tv/
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How does that work on the fire stick??
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http://www.aftvnews.com/crunchyroll...ime-streaming-services-to-the-amazon-fire-tv/

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