The Amazon Firestick offers a standard streaming and Smart TV experience, much like its competitors in Xiaomi and Hulu. But one of the more underrated features of the Firestick that puts it ahead of the competition is its versatile Remote. With customisable action keys and a dedicated Alexa voice search button, this remote is one of the most comprehensive TV remotes out there. But, it is known to spring issues from time to time. In this article, we bring you the top 5 ways to fix a broken Amazon Firestick remote.

Read Also: Top 10+ Tech-Savvy Gadgets for Students on a Budget Under $50

Replace the batteries

The most likely reason that your Amazon Firestick remote isn’t working is the lack of charge in its batteries. The Firestick ships with a pair of Amazon AAA batteries that are meant to be inserted into the remote. These are non-rechargeable batteries, meaning, you will need to replace them with another pair once they run out of charge. Get a pair of AAA batteries and make sure they are inserted correctly. If the remote still doesn’t function, move on to the other fixes.

Unpair and re-pair the remote to the Firestick

One of the best ways of fixing any accidental glitches on your Amazon Firestick remote is by unpairing and re-pairing it to the Fire TV. To unpair the remote, simply press the Home and Back buttons simultaneously for 10 seconds. To re-pair the remote, press the Home button for 10 seconds. Try using the remote on the Fire TV after the re-pairing process has finished. It will most likely start working again.

Restart the Firestick

Maybe the problem does not lie with the remote but the Firestick itself. To fix this problem, simply restart the Firestick. Switch off the power to the TV and unplug the Firestick from the display. After a few seconds, plug it back in and turn on the power to the TV. Any background issues with the Firestick will be resolved.

Make sure you’re in the functional distance

Unlike a traditional remote, the Fire TV remote uses a Bluetooth connection to relay the controls over to the TV. The Firestick acts as a buffer that receives the signal and forwards it to the TV. A Bluetooth connection means a larger functional range for the remote. It also means you don’t need to point it directly to the TV to use the controls. Even with a few obstructions in its path, the remote works just fine.

However, one thing you need to consider here is the functional range offered by the Bluetooth remote. Even though the range is supposed to be 30 feet on paper, it is actually much lower than that in practice. Move closer to the Firestick and check whether the range is an issue.

Use the Firestick remote app

If your Fire TV remote refuses to work, you can control the TV using your smartphone until you get a replacement control. Check out this article for the top 6 Firestick remote apps for Android. Our pick of the lot is the official Amazon Fire TV Remote app. This app offers all the essential controls for your Fire TV along with voice search and a QWERTY keyboard for input. For the Fire TV remote app to work, your smartphone and Firestick should be connected to the same WiFi network.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much does a new Fire TV remote cost?

The official 2nd Generation Amazon Fire TV remote costs Rs 1,310. Meanwhile, the flagship Alexa Voice Remote Pro costs Rs 2,499.

Why is my Amazon Firestick remote not working?

If your Amazon Firestick remote isn’t working, it is likely because the batteries have discharged. Make sure you install new AAA batteries on the device and give it a quick restart if the issue persists.

How do I restart my Amazon Fire TV remote?

To restart your Amazon Fire TV remote, press and hold the Back and Home buttons for 10 seconds to unpair it. To re-pair it, press and hold the Home button for 10 seconds.

Read Also: How to customise the Action button on iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max?

Conclusion

These are the top 5 ways to fix a broken Amazon Firestick or Fire TV remote. Let us know in the comments if these fixes worked out for you. If you’re thinking of buying a new streaming device, check out our review of the Xiaomi TV Stick 4K here and the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) here!

For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel. You can also stay up to date using the Gadget Bridge Android App. You can find the latest car and bike news here.

The post Top 5 ways to fix a broken Amazon Firestick remote (2023) appeared first on https://www.gadgetbridge.com.