How to Stream Music, Radio Stations, and Podcasts on Fire TV Stick using Apple’s Streaming Services

Use Apple Music on Fire TV Stick

To link Apple Music to a Firestick, first download the Alexa app from the Google Play Store or the App Store on your iOS and Android devices. Once you have the app installed, open it and sign in with your Apple Music account. Then, follow these steps to link Apple Music to your Firestick:

  1. Open the Alexa app on your iOS or Android device and sign in with your Apple Music account.
  2. Click on the three lines in the top left corner of the main screen and select “Link my account.”
  3. Enter your Firestick’s name in the text field and click on “Link.”

If you don’t find “Link Music Services” on the homepage, select Discover Skills & Games instead.

To use Apple Music with an existing Spotify account, go to Settings > Music & Podcasts > Link New Service, tap Spotify, and tap Enable To Use. ..

If your Apple ID account uses two-factor authentication, provide the security code sent to your phone number or Apple device and a unique code that you can use to access your account.

Apple may need to authenticate your sign-in if your Apple ID account uses two-factor authentication. Provide the code sent to your phone number or Apple devices to proceed.

If you have an Echo device, you can now use Alexa to control your music. You can also access your music through the Apple Music app on your phone or computer.

Set Apple Music the Default Music Player 

Apple Music is only available through the Alexa mobile app or the web app.

Method 1: Use the Alexa Mobile App

If you’re using the Alexa mobile app, you should get a prompt to “Choose a default Music Service” when you link Apple Music.

To change your music settings on your iPhone, tap the Visit Music Settings button, tap Change in the “Music” section, and tap Apple Music. ..

If you don’t want to use Apple Music, follow these steps to make it your default music streaming service: To make Apple Music your default music streaming service, follow these steps: -Open the App Store on your device -Scroll to the bottom of the page and tap “Settings” -Under “General,” tap “Music” -Under “Default Music Streaming Service,” select “Apple Music” ..

Method 2: Use the Alexa Web App

You can also instruct Alexa to play a specific song or album by pressing and holding the mic button on your Fire TV remote and saying, for example, “Alexa, play ‘Give Me Love’ by Ed Sheeran.”

Apple Podcasts is a great way to keep up with your favorite podcasts. If you frequently stream podcasts on your iPhone or iPad, you should link the podcast service to your Fire TV Stick. Even better, make it your Fire TV’s default podcast service.

Method 1: Use the Alexa Skills Webpage 

Enable the Apple Podcasts skill on the Alexa Skills website. You won’t need to sign in if you’ve linked your Apple Music account. ..

Method 2: From the Alexa Web App

If you no longer need Apple Music on your Fire TV Stick, here’s how to unlink the service from Alexa. To uninstall Apple Music from your Fire TV Stick, follow these steps: 1. Open the Settings app on your device. 2. Scroll down and select “Music” 3. Toggle the “Unlink from Echo” option to On 4. Close the Settings app and restart your device

Disable the Apple Music skill on your Alexa device.

Apple Music & Podcasts on Your TV

We should mention that the navigation options and features on the Apple Music Alexa Skill are limited. You can’t play/pause music, switch between the previous and next song in your library, or like/dislike songs. Those are the basic controls.

If you own a Firestick, there are a few methods you can use to improve your streaming experience. These include using a VPN, changing your DNS settings, and using a streaming service that supports HD streaming. ..