Sources: 
Netflix announced it will end support for three first-generation Fire TV devices from 2016, including the Fire TV, Fire TV Stick, and Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote, effective June 3, 2025.
Affected users received an email notification urging them to upgrade their devices to maintain access to Netflix streaming services.
"Netflix will end support for three first-generation Fire TV streaming devices -- the Fire TV and Fire TV Stick from and the Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote from 2016 -- on June 3, 2025," the company stated.
While Netflix did not provide an official reason, the move is likely due to the older devices' inability to support modern video and audio formats, particularly those required for higher-tier subscription plans.
"Netflix didn't offer an official explanation, but it's most likely because those devices can't properly support modern video and audio formats, especially on higher-tier plans," industry observers noted.
This decision follows a pattern of Netflix discontinuing support for outdated hardware, including older DVD players, Blu-Ray players, tablets, video game consoles, and televisions.
"Netflix has made similar moves through the years when it ended support for various older DVD players, Blu-Ray players, tablets, video game consoles, and TVs," the company has done previously.
The announcement has frustrated users who rely on these legacy devices, forcing them to either upgrade or lose access to Netflix content.
"Still, it's a frustrating experience for users hanging on to those old devices who are now forced to either upgrade or give up Netflix," consumer feedback indicates.
As streaming technology advances, companies like Netflix are increasingly requiring users to adopt newer hardware to ensure compatibility and optimal viewing experiences.
Sources: Netflix will discontinue support for 2016 Fire TV devices, including the Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote, on June 3, 2025. Users must upgrade to continue streaming, as older devices lack compatibility with modern video and audio formats, Netflix said.
