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Amazon unveiled Vega OS, a new platform for Fire TV devices that relies on cloud streaming for app support, allowing quick access to a wide app library without native app development. However, the new $40 Fire TV Stick Select has less powerful hardware and may deliver a subpar streaming experience, raising concerns about its competitiveness and user satisfaction.
Amazon has announced Vega OS, a new operating system for Fire TV devices that replaces Android, promising improved performance and security, but notably removing sideloading capabilities, and currently launching only on the new Fire TV Stick 4K Select.
Amazon's 2025 fall hardware event on September 30th is expected to unveil new Echo smart speakers, a color Kindle Scribe, a smaller color Kindle, new TV hardware possibly featuring Vega OS, and updates to Alexa Plus, with potential surprises like upgraded Echo Frames.
Amazon is reportedly set to announce 'Vega OS' as a replacement for Android on Fire TV devices next week, with plans to launch it in 2025, although existing devices will continue to use Android for now. The company is also moving towards fully embracing Android on its Fire Tablet lineup, potentially phasing out Fire OS, while some lower-priced tablets may still use Vega OS.
Amazon is reportedly planning to replace Android with its in-house operating system called "Vega" on all of its new devices, starting with future Fire TV launches. The Linux-based, web-forward OS would rely on React Native for app development and is already being tested on Fire TV devices. The switch is expected to happen as early as next year, with "Vega" potentially being used in other devices such as Echo smart displays and in-car entertainment systems. It remains unclear if the change will apply to Amazon's Fire Tablets.