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How to pair a new firestick remote without the old one

How to Pair a New Firestick Remote Without the Old One

The Firestick remote is hardy, but it’s not indestructible. When your old remote breaks, gets lost in a couch cushion, or just walks away (it happens!), you’ll need a replacement. Unfortunately, the installation instructions for your replacement remote are going to assume you still have the original one. How does that make sense? In this …

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Do smart TVs have Bluetooth? These ones do

Do Smart TVs Have Bluetooth? These Ones Do [2023]

Wires are messy, and they aren’t practical for connecting devices across large rooms. Bluetooth is the obvious alternative, but only if your TV supports it. So do smart TVs have Bluetooth? About 3/4 of smart TVs have full Bluetooth connectivity built-in. Some other TVs have a limited version called Bluetooth LE that doesn’t support Bluetooth …

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Will a smart TV work without an internet connection?

Will a Smart TV Work Without an Internet Connection?

You’re all settled in to watch the latest Netflix binge-worthy series. But wait, did your internet just go out? Well, I guess it’s time to answer that age-old question: Will a smart TV work without an internet connection? Smart TVs still work without an active internet connection, but most of their apps won’t function. You …

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Android TV vs Smart TV: What's the difference?

Android TV vs Smart TV: What’s the Difference?

TV brands seem to intentionally complicate what should be very simple descriptions. You just want a TV that lets you watch your favorite streaming apps—is that too much to ask? Does the difference between an Android TV and a Smart TV even matter? Any internet-connected TV is a Smart TV, including Android TV. Android TV, …

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