How to Update Kindle Fire

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Software updates on Kindle Fire are quite easy to do. It is important for you to frequently update your Kindle Fire because it can improve stability and add security features. If you are connected to a Wi-Fi network, you are ready to update your Kindle Fire.

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    To charge your Kindle fire, simply connect your charger to a power outlet, and then connect the other end to your Kindle Fire.
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    A connection is required to update software. Tap on the "Settings" icon at the top-right corner of the home screen.
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    Toggle the Wireless Network switch on. A window where all networks available will appear.
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    Enter password of the network if required.
    • If no password is required, you'll be automatically connected to the Internet.
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Updating Kindle Fire

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    " Tap on the "Settings" icon at the top-right corner of the home screen.
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    " Any updates will be automatically downloaded in the background.
    • Once download is complete, the update will be automatically applied.
    • You can also update your Kindle Fire manually, see the following steps to do so.
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    Navigate to http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=200790620 .
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    Locate the download link and click on it. Follow the prompts to fully download the software.
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    Make sure your Kindle Fire is on and unlocked. Use a USB cable - the one that came with it - to plug the device into your computer.
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    Open the Kindle Fire drive, titled Kindle. Locate the software update file, and drag and drop it into the kindleupdates folder.
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    Once the transfer is complete, tap Disconnect on the screen of your Kindle Fire. You can now disconnect the USB cable from your device.
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    Update your kindle. Navigate to Quick Settings and tap More. Tap on Device, then tap on Update Your Kindle. Let the software update run its course.
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    My Kindle Fire will not let me update the only two games on it because it says my storage is almost full. I have nothing else but email on it. What can I do?
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    Try deleting some photos, and clearing the files; they can often contain some data from uninstalled apps.
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    Swipe from the bottom and click the Home button.
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    Pinterest update failed on my Kindle Fire. Now I can't access Pinterest. The app just queues, installs, and fails.
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    Try deleting the app altogether, then redownload it. The update should be on it.
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      To update your Kindle Fire, start by making sure your device is fully charged and connected to the internet. Then, tap "Settings" in the top right-hand corner of the screen and select "Sync," which will automatically begin downloading the updates. If you want to update your Kindle manually, go to "Quick Settings" and tap on "More." Next, pick "Device" before going to "Update Your Kindle." For tips on how to connect your Kindle to a wireless network, keep reading!

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