Amazon's Fire TV is the future of at-home entertainment, giving users the power to control what they watch with nothing less than the tip of their tongue. While not all video apps available support the feature, thanks to Alexa voice command support, viewers can scroll through over a dozen channels and apps, without fumbling for a remote. Originally launched with over a dozen video services ready for voice command, some of which have since been discontinued, the Amazon Fire TV's library has steadily expanded. Here's our roundup of every voice-controllable video and streaming service available (so far!)
- Home grown: Prime Video
- It's not cable: HBO Go
- Another way to watch: HBO Now
- Walk and talk: AMC
- The new classic: Netflix
- Outfoxing the competition: Hulu
- Not to be outdone: FXNow
- Shining bright: Starz
- Take the stage: Showtime Anytime
- Eye opening: CBS All Access
- Snap & pop: Sony Crackle
- Family friendly: ABC
No list of premium streaming video apps would be complete without the one that started it all. Netflix brings you their entire massive back catalog, along with new television, film releases, and exclusive productions every week.
While Disney Plus is still a few months away, it's older step-sibling, Hulu, has been become the new home for Fox produced comedy, dramas, and syndicated programming. From classics like The Simpsons to new fan favorites like The Orville, Hulu has it all.
America's oldest broadcaster is no slouch when it comes to the premium streaming game. Watch all their original programming like Star Trek Discovery, award-winning news coverage and sports events live or on-the-go, wherever you are.
Never count the Peacock out when you're flipping through the channels. Check out all your new and old favorite comedies and dramas, like SNL, The Good Place, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, plus so much more.
Ever wanted to watch near-endless episodes of Live PD? With the A&E app for Fire TV, now you can, plus the rest of their available current and back catalog of shows.
For those who like to dig a little deeper, check out the History Channel's streaming app. Catch up on the latest updates from The Secret Of Oak Island when you uncover this treasure of an app.
Do you find watching television to be hungry business? Your viewing time won't be starved for content with the Food Network app. It gives you a massive menu of delightful dishes to gorge yourself on, plus recipes and how-to guides.
Feed a deeper need and never be too far from the warm-fuzzies again when you say yes to TLC Go. Enjoy all of your favorite shows like Dr. Pimple Popper, 90 Day Fiance, and much more!
Get a taste of that down-South hospitality and humor with the TBS Fire TV app. Check out their classic programming like Conan, Miracle Workers, and Close Enough, plus much more from their extensive back-catalog of shows.
If science and educational programming are more to your taste, you'll love Discovery Go for Fire TV. Never miss a single bite of Shark Week again when you go swimming through their extensive list of old and new shows.
Finally, tickle that funny bone with Comedy Central's own Fire TV app. Marvel at their massive menagerie of mirth, including new hits and old favorites, like South Park, The Daily Show, Comedy Bang Bang and more!
There's always something to watch
With Amazon's Fire TV you'll never be starved for content, though some of the above apps are more suited to the service than others. The best of the best hands down is Amazon's own Prime Video . It has the fastest response times for voice commands, and the clearest readings of your voice regardless of volume or accent.
That, however, doesn't mean the others are spotty. The Netflix app is also a top contender for the best in show. Not only do they have a massive library, but their inclusion of interactive elements, such as those seen in their award-winning Black Mirror special, makes full use of the Fire TV's capabilities.
