Amazon’s latest Fire TV Stick 4K Select introduced a new operating system called Vega OS, marking a major shift for Fire TV devices. While VPN support is not yet available on Vega OS, IPVanish — the most downloaded VPN on Fire TV — will be ready to download from the Amazon Appstore when VPN functionality is enabled.
Key Takeaways
- Vega OS is a new Linux-based operating system powering Amazon’s newest Fire TV devices.
- While Vega OS does not yet support VPN connections, functionality is coming later this month.
- IPVanish will be available at launch when Amazon enables VPN support for Vega OS.
- Older Fire TV devices running Fire OS will continue receiving full support and IPVanish updates.
What Vega OS Means for Fire TV Users
When Amazon launched Vega OS alongside the Fire TV Stick 4K Select, it introduced a fundamental change in how Fire TV apps work. Because Vega OS is Linux-based rather than Android-based like the previous Fire OS, existing apps, including Fire TV VPN apps, must be rebuilt for compatibility.
IPVanish has already completed development of a new Fire TV app designed specifically for Vega OS, ensuring users can enjoy the same trusted protection they expect as soon as VPN support becomes available.
What to Expect from IPVanish on Vega OS
The upcoming Vega OS version of IPVanish will deliver:
- Fast, secure performance powered by the WireGuard® protocol
- Quick connect access with a single tap through your Default Location
- Connections to 150+ server locations around the world
Continued Support for Fire OS Devices
If you own an older Fire TV device that still runs Fire OS, you will continue receiving full support and updates through the existing IPVanish app. Every user, regardless of device generation, can count on IPVanish for privacy and protection while streaming.
Once Amazon enables VPN support for Vega OS, IPVanish will be among the first apps available for download, ensuring seamless security from the start. Keep an eye out for updates on availability, and get ready to protect your new Fire TV Vega OS device with IPVanish the moment VPN functionality becomes available.
