Fire TV Flickering During Streaming – Issue Resolved (as of July 31, 2025)

Some Fire TV OS users had reported flickering or distorted visuals while previewing or playing streaming content. We’ve received confirmation that Amazon has released a software update - Fire OS version 8.1.4.2 / 3030, which addresses and resolves this issue.

To ensure your TCL Fire TV is running the latest software version, click here for update instructions.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while this issue was being resolved. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Activating Control Other Devices (CEC) for Google TV.

Learn how to control other devices with your Google TV using Consumer Electronics Control (CEC).


Your TCL Google TV includes a feature called Control Other Devices (CEC). This allows you to control your TV using a compatible device’s remote—such as a cable or satellite box remote—without needing multiple remotes.


How to Turn On CEC (Control Other Devices)

To enable this feature, follow these simple steps on your TCL Google TV:

From the Home screen, go to Settings

Navigate to Channels & Inputs

Select Inputs

Choose External Devices Control

Enable Power on the TV in sync


Once enabled, your TV and connected devices can work together more seamlessly—for example, powering on at the same time or changing volume with a single remote.

 

 

 

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