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Amazon says Fire TV now offers integrated live content from 40+ apps, like YouTube TV and DirecTV, and plans a Music app with podcasts and concerts in the fall (Mariella Moon/Engadget)

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Amazon's Fire TV now offers integrated live content from over 40 apps, including YouTube TV and DirecTV. According to Engadget, the company also plans to launch a Music app with podcasts and concerts in the fall.

A new Fire TV Stick 4K has been released, featuring a slimmer design and improved performance, with apps launching 35% faster and content playing 20% faster than its predecessor, as reported by XDA Developers. The device can be powered directly from a TV's USB port, eliminating the need for a power adapter, as noted by The Verge.

The new Fire TV Stick 4K is available for $59.99 and includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and Bluetooth Low Energy. Amazon has simplified its streaming stick lineup to four devices: the Fire TV Stick HD, Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV Stick 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube, according to The Verge. Additionally, a redesigned Fire TV Remote with differently shaped buttons has been unveiled, as reported by Android Authority.

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