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Does Fire Phone Use Android?
>Yes, Fire OS is a custom version of Google's Android. In its core it works like Android, but it's not pure Android that we know from Android devices.
As you probably noticed, its interface and functionality is a bit different. The good news is that most of Android apps will work on Fire phone and that you can make it behave like a standard Android phone.
Does Fire Phone Have Google Play?
No, by default Fire phone doesn't have Google Play and officially it's not supported. The default appstore is obviously the Amazon Appstore.
However, you can easily install and use Google Play on your Fire. All you need to do is download & install a couple of files.
Here is a more detailed tutorial: How To Make Fire Phone An Android Phone.
Does Fire Phone Have Whatsapp?
No, by default Fire phone doesn't have Whatsapp. However, you can download & install it from the Amazon Appstore. All you have to do is: open the left panel, click APPS, look for Whatsapp. Next, click Downoad & Install, and you will have Whatsapp on your Fire. You can also download Whatsapp from here.
Does Fire Phone Have GPS?
Yes, Fire phone, like almost any modern phones, has GPS. To enable it, go to Settings > Location Services > Configure Location Based Services for your applications and turn on Location Services. The most important use of in-built GPS in your Fire phone is navigation. To use navigation, go to Maps (you can find them in the grid).
Does Fire Phone Have NFC?
Yes, Fire phone has NFC (which stands for Near Field Communication). To enable NFC, go to Settings > Wi-Fi & Networks > NFC and make sure that NFC is turned on.
Does Fire Phone Have SD Card Slot?
No, Fire phone doesn't have any card slot. All of its content is stored in its internal memory and in the cloud (the Amazon Cloud Drive). Amazon offers you unlimited storage for your photos and videos.
Does Fire Phone Have Snapchat?
No, by default Fire phone doesn't have Snapchat. Neither will you find it in the Amazon Appstore (because it's a Google app). Fortunately, that's not the end of the world. You can still get Snapchat for your Fire phone if you install Google Play (or other alternative app store). I recommend reading this article: How To Turn Fire Phone Into An Android Phone.
Does Fire Phone Have Bluetooth?
Yes, Fire phone (like almost any modern phone) has Bluetooth. To enable Bluetooth, open the Quick Actions panel and make sure that the Bluetooth icon is orange. To pair Bluetooth devices, go to Settings > Wi-Fi & Networks > Pair Bluetooth devices.
Does Fire Phone Run Android Apps?
Yes, Fire phone runs Android apps. Fire OS is in fact a custom version of Android, which means that Android apps work on it. If you want your Fire phone to be 100% compatible with all the Android apps (especially Google apps), you should read this: How To Turn Your Fire Phone Into An Android Phone.
Does Fire Phone Work In Europe?
Yes, Fire phone will work anywhere in the world. However, your current service provider must be compatible with the following networks: UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz), Quad-band GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), 9 bands of 4G-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20), carrier aggregation (AT&T only). You must also unlock your Fire if you bought it locked (e.g. from AT&T). Read more here: How To Unlock Fire Phone From AT&T.
Does Fire Phone Work In India?
Yes, Fire phone will work anywhere in the world. However, your current service provider must be compatible with the following networks: UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz), Quad-band GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), 9 bands of 4G-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20), carrier aggregation (AT&T only). You must also unlock your Fire if you bought it locked (e.g. from AT&T). Rread more here: How To Unlock Fire Phone From AT&T.
Does Fire Phone Work Outside The US?
Does Fire Phone Work With Verizon?
As far as I am concerned Fire phone is not compatible with Verizon ( Sprint, and US Cellular). I guess that's because Verizon isn't compatible with the above network requirements. I haven't confirmed it myself, though. That's why if you use Verizon and have a Fire phone, let me know how it is.
Does Fire Phone Work With T-Moble?
Yes, Fire phone works with T-Mobile and the following networks ATT, T-Mobile,Walmart Family Mobile, MetroPCS, Brightspot, Simple Mobile, Mobal, Net10, Straight Talk, h20 Wireless, and OneSimCard. The list of compatible networks is by no means compete.
Do You Have Any Other Fire Phone Questions? Ask Them Here!
Do you have any other questions about your Fire phone or its features & functions? Do you think I should answer some of these questions differently? Let me know! I would love to hear from you. You, my visitors, create this website and make it spin, after all.
Olga, first of all, thank you so much for this great web page. Is awesome find all you need to know about the fire phone, in one place. Well, my question is simply. I need to know if my already installed apps on my phone gonna still working if I install the google play store on my fire phone.
You are most welcome! Yes, you apps will keep working once you install Google Play.
Love you, Olga. Thank you for your prompt response.
Can you help me with what SIM card to purchase for this phone (I will be using Straight Talk).
I guess you didn't cut the card correctly. I had a similar problem too 🙁 You have to ask your carrier to give you a new SIM card.