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How do I update my Kindle Fire 5th generation?

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Determine the current software version on your Fire tabletbefore downloading and installing a software update.
  1. Swipe down from the top of the screen and thentap Settings.
  2. Tap Device Options, and then tap System Updates.


Regarding this, how do I manually update my Kindle 5th generation?

From your computer, go to Kindle Paperwhite (5thGeneration) Software Updates and download the applicablesoftware update file.

Transfer & Install Software Updates Manually

  1. From Home, tap the Menu icon, and then tap Settings.
  2. Tap the Menu icon, and then tap Update Your Kindle.
  3. Tap OK to perform the update.

Likewise, what is the latest update for Kindle Fire? The latest software version for KindleFire (1st Generation) is 6.3.4. This updateautomatically downloads and installs on your Kindle Firewhen connected wirelessly; however, you can also manually downloadthe software and transfer the update to your devicevia USB cable.

Beside above, how do you update an old Kindle Fire?

Update the Kindle Software

  1. Ensure that your Kindle Fire battery is fully charged, and thentap the Quick Settings icon followed by More > Device.
  2. Tap the option that says Update Your Kindle to start the updateprocess.
  3. Your Kindle tablet reboots twice to finish the update.

How do you update games on Kindle Fire?

Update Your Game (Kindle)

  1. From the Home screen, tap Apps.
  2. Tap Store in the top-right corner of the screen.
  3. Tap the Menu icon at the bottom of the screen.
  4. Tap App Updates.
  5. If an update is available, the game will appear in the AppUpdates menu.
  6. Tap Update to install the available update.

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What do you do if your Kindle won't connect to WIFI?

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How do I force my Kindle to update?

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