Owners of FIRE TV Sticks have criticized Amazon for constantly rearranging their home screens, losing many customers as soon as the gadget is turned on.

The most recent change involves pre-existing icons switching places, such as moving the My Stuff tab from the far right to the far left.

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But not long ago, Amazon merged the Profile and Settings icons to make room for a new Games icon, AFTV News noted.

For that, Amazon has added a new free icon to make it easier to get to the content that doesn’t cost anything extra.

These are small changes, but the regularity is starting to get under the skin of customers.

Amazon is playing GOD again by putting unwanted ads and other nonsense on the home screen.

Alan Woods, AFTV Newscaster

Now Fire Stick owners seem to think that the home screen is not designed for the benefit of the user, but to better display ads instead.

“When I called Amazon tech support, they claimed that “since your product costs have been subsidized by Amazon, you no longer control most of the home screen,” according to one customer. claimed in response to the news.

“As a disabled user, the simplicity of a (UX) interface is a godsend for me and many others I know.”

Another added: “The home screen has nothing to do with the user.

“It’s for forcing ads. As long as that remains the case, these small changes are nonsense.”

Without the ability to customize, Fire TV customers say they’re left feeling like Amazon isn’t listening to demands — and that they’re just “tenants” of the gadgets.

“I’m wondering if I own my firestick or just rent it?” asked another customer in the comments.

“Amazon is playing GOD again by putting unwanted ads and other nonsense on the home screen, and now they’ve additionally removed ADB debugging from the devices and prevented apps already purchased from their app store from working.”

Just a few weeks ago, Amazon published a Fire Stick update that blocked third-party softwarewhich meant that an app called Android Debug Bridge (ADB) stopped working.

ADB allows app developers to access software controls and hidden settings.

Android describes it as “a versatile command-line tool that lets you interact with a device.”

That of Great Britain Mirror noted that some of the blocked features “include ways to clear cache, increase memory, and play gaming emulators.”

Another apparently blocked feature allows users to avoid Amazon’s Fire TV homepage, and as a result, the large ads the company now displays on it.

The Sun has contacted Amazon for comment.

Barry Keoghan was all smiles as he looked at the rumored girlfriend Sabrina Timmerman opened for the Eras tour.

As Carpenter, 24, performed her hit song “Nonsense,” Keoghan, 31, covered his mouth while holding a badge over his lips, according to footage from fans posted on X on Sunday March 3. At the end of the song, Keoghan beamed as he raised both hands to cheer on Carpenter.

Carpenter is known to adjust the song’s outro during each show. During the Saturday, March 2 show, she sang, “He said he wished he was with me / Got me wetter than the Jewel Changi / Singapore. I hope you like my songy.”

The Irish actor and Carpenter have been linked since December 2023 after they were spotted dining out in Los Angeles. Although the pair have been spotted in public several times since then, they have yet to discuss their romance.

| Barry Keoghan’s reaction to Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Nonsense’ outro during night 2 in Singapore!

‘He said he wished he was with me,

Made me wetter than the Jewel Changi,

Singapore, I hope you like my songy”#SingaporeTSTheErasTour pic.twitter.com/DHSKkpLVKx

— Sabrina Daily Updates (@SCdailyupdates) March 3, 2024

Last month, eagle-eyed fans noticed Keoghan subtly supporting Carpenter after she sang a duet of “White Horse” and “Coney Island” with Taylor Swift at the Eras tour. (Swift, 34, invited Carpenter onstage for the acoustic set after rain and lightning delays led to the opening act’s cancellation at the last minute.)

“9-year-old Sabrina singing ‘White Horse’ would never see this coming! I love you so much, Taylor. Always has been, always will be,” Carpenter wrote via Instagram. “Thank you Sydney for making me feel so welcome!! See you tonight .”

Keoghan took to the comments section to write: “.”

When Keoghan was asked about the January rumors that he was bringing a date to the Golden Globes, he played coy about his relationship status. (Keoghan was nominated for his role in Salt burn at the awards ceremony, but lost to Oppenheimer‘S Cillian Murphy.)

‘Look, I’ve read all that, and of course it’s being sent to me too. But you have to take it with a grain of salt,” Keoghan said Vanity fair in February. “It’s just the reaction to the film that’s causing a stir.”

He continued, “I tend to stay away from the internet because I want to do some meditative things again. By that I mean boxing or playing PlayStation or going for a walk, or things that require me to be present. You lose sight of that when you’re on a press trip. It’s about putting the phone down or whatever and taking time for yourself. Be kind to yourself.”

Home and away fans were aggravated by the new season’s premiere.

On Tuesday, the kidnap storyline featuring Remi Carter and Eden Fowler played out in Summer Bay, keeping audiences on edge, but there was one detail that ruined their experience.

Many fans took to a special Facebook group before the show to criticize Channel 7 for the excessive number of advertisements aired during the episode.

One person complained that they had only seen ’10 Minutes Home and Away’.

In a thread inviting group members to discuss the events of the episode, one fan sarcastically wrote, “Well, there’s not much to talk about unless we want to talk about the sheer number of ads.”

One Facebook user called the ads ‘bulls***’, while another said it was ‘the worst’.

“I counted 9 in the first break,” another observant Home and Away fan wrote.

While another claimed they didn’t mind the Aldi ads, ‘at least they’re usually funny.’

The Australian soap opera made a spectacular return to screens on Monday night, with Cash hosting a high-speed search party, a detail skewered by other attentive fans.

‘I thought you had to wait 24 hours before someone was reported missing. The search party got there pretty quickly, lol,” said one viewer, while another added: “What nonsense!”

Additionally, some fans voiced their opinions on other moments in the show that they considered questionable.

“So Leah is still recovering from the trauma of the kidnapping and now Eden has been kidnapped. Too many kidnappings in Summer Bay!’ one fan complained.

“Why didn’t he notice the toilet paper was missing, how many rolls did they have?” someone else asked.

‘Why didn’t he notice the lamp was missing? And isn’t that the first thing they ask you: is there anything missing from the campsite?’ has insulted another person.

It comes after fans were left stunned by last year’s finale, which saw the kidnapping storyline launched.

In a gripping twist, the lives of characters Remi and Eden were dangerously at stake after a tense murder attempt and double kidnapping.

The tension arose when Remi was the victim of a collision by two people who were driving under the influence.

Later, when Eden encountered the perpetrators, they incapacitated her and she woke up in the same car as Remi, who appeared to be unconscious or dead.

But the cliffhanger finale concluded with a public plea from Cash, urgently asking for help in locating Eden, as a mysterious 1800 phone number flashed on the screen.

Since the episode aired, several Home and Away fans have called the number shown and shared their discoveries with others.

“If you call the number you will hear what Cash says to her in his voicemail message that he left,” one fan claimed.

“It’s just weird having to call 1800,” said another, suggesting it was an outdated way of addressing the public.

“Mine said the number has been disconnected!” another person claimed.

“When I called he was engaged so I’d say a lot of people tried haha,” another Summer Bay lover joked.

“I’ve already called it ten times haha, soon I’m going to tell me to stop calling,” another avid viewer commented.

By Ellen Coughlan for Mailonline

Published: 02:29 EST, December 19, 2023 | Updated: 10:54 EST, December 19, 2023

Because it costs up to £400 per round, Botox can be an expensive investment.

So perhaps it’s no wonder that a two-ingredient DIY Botox has become the latest sensation to take over Tiktok.

Made from flaxseed and water, beauty bloggers from all over the world claim that the homemade serum has a freezing effect on their skin, just like Botox.

US-based Jenna, who goes by the handle @itsjennnnnaa, shared her innovative beauty regime with followers on the social media app, helping the video rack up nearly two million views.

The post attracted numerous comments from viewers, desperate to know how long to leave the mask on and how many times a day it should be applied.

However, despite the popularity of the trend, doctors have discredited the flaxseed gel trend and warned that it should not be used in place of Botox.

In the clip, Jenna, one of thousands who have tried the trend, combined two tablespoons of flaxseed and two cups of water in a saucepan before bringing it to a boil. She simmered the liquid gel for 10 minutes and then poured it into a cheesecloth.

The next step, which she described as either “very disgusting or very satisfying,” was squeezing the liquid through the cloth into a bowl.

The product can then be stored in the refrigerator for up to 30 days before being spread over the skin as a facial mask.

Jenna admitted that she was hesitant to experiment with flaxseed because she has sensitive skin. However, she said she was “so happy” she did and emphasized that her skin responded exceptionally well.

She then demonstrated the results by showing that her forehead appeared ‘frozen’ after applying the formula.

One fan commented: ‘I’ve been using chia and flaxseed for a few months now and my face feels like I’ve had a facial, it’s crazy!’, while another claimed: ‘Flaxseed gel has saved me from eczema/dermatitis’.

Meanwhile, someone else added: ‘It’s also a non-toxic alternative to hair gel.’

But medical experts advise against the slimy formula because it has no scientific basis.

Dr. Max, a popular Tiktok creator with nearly 400,000 followers, explained that it’s “not even close” to Botox.

“There are so many gray areas when it comes to skin and scalp,” he explained.

“Just because something is natural doesn’t mean it can’t irritate your skin.”

“I can tell you definitively that flaxseed applied topically to the skin is not, I repeat, not Botox,” said Dr. Jennifer Ashton. Chief medical correspondent for ABC News.

‘It doesn’t work in the same way as Botox, it doesn’t have the same properties as Botox.’

Cosmetic Botox acts as a neuromodulator, causing temporary muscle paralysis to smooth the skin by minimizing wrinkles and fine lines.

Botox is derived from botulinum toxin and can also be used to treat several health conditions, including chronic migraines, spastic disorders, cervical dystonia, and detrusor hyperactivity.

The gel you often see on TikTok is made from dry flaxseed, soaked in boiling water and stored in the refrigerator for up to 30 days.

“If you apply it to your face, there is a possibility that you may experience some contact irritation, dermatitis and possibly even an allergic reaction,” Ashton warned.

“The biggest risk here – and this goes for almost every medical trend on TikTok – is that someone follows this as qualified, credible medical advice and information. It’s not.’

“Your skin is the largest organ in the body,” she continued. ‘That means that anything you put on your skin can and will be absorbed into your bloodstream. So choose wisely.’

As an alternative, Ashton suggested opting for natural oils, such as olive oil, coconut oil or avocado oil, as a full-body moisturizer, over products with chemical ingredients.

First Lady Jill Biden’s attempts to spread some Christmas cheer were met with mockery and surprise by many who labeled her festive video as “bizarre,” “freaky” and “absolute nonsense.”

The video, posted Wednesday by Dr. Biden, shows members of a New York City dance troupe, Dorrance Dancers, performing a tap-dancing “playful” interpretation of The Nutcracker Suite through the hallways of the White House.

The group finds themselves in a candy-themed hall leading to the large Christmas tree in the Blue Room, which has usually been where the main tree has been located since 1961. The dancers show how each room is decorated for the festivities.

‘A bit of magic, wonder and joy brought to you by the talented tappers of Dorrance Dance, as they perform their playful interpretation of The Nutcracker Suite. Enjoy!,” wrote Dr. Biden.

“Magic, Wonder and Joy” is the theme this year, President Joe Biden’s third in the White House.

Throughout the video, the dancers in colorful costumes smile and tap away, but many on social media wondered what exactly the clip has to do with Christmas. The ballet in which the Nutcracker Suite appears takes place on Christmas Eve.

Others posted photos and videos with fond memories of former First Lady Melania Trump’s Christmas celebrations, even though Melania famously said on tape, “Who gives a shit about the Christmas stuff and decorations?”

Melania later walked back her comments in an official statement.

The comments under Dr.’s official X account Biden were not friendly.

Right-wing blogger Ian Miles Cheong said Dr. Biden exuded a ‘Hunger Games aesthetic’ in 2023. Anti-vax activist Alex Rosen said: ‘The second-hand embarrassment is off the charts.’

‘This should have come with a sensitivity label. This is awful,” the infamous Libs of TikTok account wrote. “ABSOLUTE TRASH,” was someone else’s opinion.

“It’s a mentally ill Christmas in the Biden White House,” comedian Tim Young tweeted. ‘You’re so strange. Bizarre. Freaky,” another person said.

Conservative activist Brigitte Gabriel said: ‘Children shouldn’t be watching this shit.’

‘Desperately giving in. SO.MUCH.CRINGE,” another user wrote.

“The only thing missing was Dylan Mulvaney!!!” another person said, referring to the 2023 scandal involving Bud Light and the trans influencer, which led to a mass boycott.

Influencer ZNO posted a video showing Melania Trump’s accolades from her time in the White House and wrote in the caption, “Never forget what they took from you.”

There were some crumbs of comfort in the comments for the first lady.

‘That’s incredible! The message brought a smile to my face. Hats off to Dorrance Dance and their hard work. I’m sure their interpretation of The Nutcracker Suite will continue to bring joy and wonder to audiences,” one user wrote.

“I absolutely love it, Mrs. Biden, just as much as we showed the love for your playful, creative side and art,” said another.

‘Anyone would recommend Dr. Need to thank Jill Biden for bringing Christmas back to the White House after Melania destroyed it,” one user also said.

In November, Dr. Biden said she wanted everyone who visits the White House during the holidays to feel like a kid again.

“Each room is designed to capture this pure, unfiltered delight and imagination,” so visitors can “see this time of year through the wondrous, sparkling eyes of children,” the first lady said, kicking off a month of holiday receptions .

About 100,000 visitors are expected for the holidays.

Jill Biden said it was “so wonderful” to see the Christmas tree atop the East Wing entrance when they returned after Thanksgiving in Nantucket, Massachusetts.

“When Joe and I saw that last night, we were just mesmerized,” she said.

The whimsical set of oversized decorations is meant to evoke the feelings of awe and wonder that put children in a cheerful mood during the holidays, White House aides said.

On two public floors of the White House, the decor features several nods to the 200th anniversary of the publication of the poem and book commonly known as “Twas the Night Before Christmas.”

The papier-mâché reindeer hanging in the foyer are “so cool,” she said. “It’s like they jump out of the pages of the storybook. I don’t know what you think about it. I just find it breathtaking.”

The Library of Congress has provided examples of editions of the book from the past 200 years, which are displayed in protective cases along the main floor hallway.

The traditional Gingerbread White House includes a large sugar cookie replica of the book, opened to a page that reads “Merry Christmas to all, and good night to all.” Santa’s sleigh and reindeer also fly above the cookie white house.

National Guard families, who joined the first lady as part of her Joining Forces initiative to support military families, were among the first members of the public to see the awards.

Children from these and other military families were also treated to a performance by the cast of the North American tour of the Disney musical “Frozen.”

One of the first Christmas trees visitors see after entering the White House is decorated with wooden gold star ornaments engraved with the names of fallen service members.

A leading equality campaigner today rejected claims that royals discussing Prince Archie’s skin color should be considered racist, stating: ‘There isn’t a family of color anywhere in the world where that conversation isn’t happening.’

Sir Trevor Phillips has said any talk about Archie would have been out of “excitement” about a new baby and whether he would look more like Meghan or Harry.

Sir Trevor revealed that his family had the same conversation about his youngest grandson and believes that discussing skin color in a mixed family should be viewed no differently than discussing the color of a child’s eyes or hair.

The conversation about Archie, if it happened at all, came to a head this week when two alleged “royal racists” were aired on national television in Britain after King Charles and the Princess of Wales were mentioned in the Dutch first edition of Omid Scobie’s Endgame.

Sir Trevor, a former Labor politician and former chairman of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, was watching his Sunday show live on Sky News last night when he was asked whether he would cover the Endgame scandal.

He said: ‘It’s unlikely we’ll spend much time on that because I’ll be absolutely honest and say I think it’s nonsense. I don’t think there’s a family of color anywhere in the world where that conversation isn’t happening.”

‘I have a grandson who is absolutely beautiful and delightful, I wish I could show you a picture of him, and of course as a family we talk about whether he is going to look more like his mother, who looks like me, or his father , who is of Puerto Rican descent.

“The same way your family, I guess, might talk about what hair color and what eye color. We all have the same hair color. What is different about us is the color of our skin.

‘So it’s a sign of excitement. I suspect I have no idea in what context the conversation took place – and I imagine the conversation did indeed take place – but I suspect someone may have said: I really hope this baby looks more like her than him.”

Omid Scobie last night took the extraordinary step of swearing on live TV on his own life and that of his family that the appointment of two members of the royal family in the Dutch version of Endgame is not a ‘stunt’ to shift more copies of his book .

Scobie, 42, said he was “hurt” by the suggestion and dismissed it as a conspiracy theory by people who want to believe he is “in cahoots” with Meghan Markle. He stated: ‘It couldn’t be further from the truth. ‘.

He also refused to apologize for the racism scandal that has broken out, claiming: ‘I’m just as frustrated as everyone else. The book I wrote, the book I edited, the book I signed, there were no names in it.’

But questions remain over whether he entered the names, as one of the Dutch translators told MailOnline yesterday: ‘The names of the royal family were there in black and white. I didn’t add them’.

Meghan first revealed vague details about the exchange in an interview with US chat show host Oprah Winfrey in 2021. She claimed there had been ‘conversations’ – suggesting there was more than one – in which ‘concerns’ were raised by Harry about how dark Archie’s skin could be. are.

But Harry stated later in the interview that it was one conversation. No further details were given about who was involved. When asked about the allegations in an interview with ITV’s Tom Bradby earlier this year, Harry insisted the couple had accused his relatives of nothing more than ‘unconscious bias’. He accused the media of blowing the situation out of proportion.

The racism row was not mentioned in Harry’s autobiography Spare or in the Netflix series the couple made about their departure from royal life.

The late Queen’s statement about the alleged comments, that “recollections may vary”, suggests that only Meghan and Harry considered them racist at the time.

The row resurfaced earlier this year when it emerged that Meghan had written a letter to the king expressing her concerns about racism in the family. Reports indicated that only one person was specifically mentioned about a single comment made.

This week, the Dutch edition of a book by royal biographer Omid Scobie – long seen as a mouthpiece for the Sussexes – appeared to accidentally mention the “royal racists”, citing Meghan’s letter as the source.

They are mentioned separately in different chapters, with the first reference claiming that the letter ‘revealed and confirmed’ the identity of one and the second suggesting that the letter revealed another royal ‘participated in such conversations’.

Mr Scobie denies writing the names in his manuscript, blaming it on a ‘translation error’.

Booker-nominated translator David McKay said it seemed “very plausible” that the confusion had arisen because an earlier manuscript had been accidentally translated, or because changes had been made after the translation that were not copied.

Both Dutch translators who worked on Scobie’s controversial book insisted that the names of two royals at the center of a racism scandal were in the manuscript they received.

Saskia Peeters says that she did not add the names to the Dutch version of the book Endgame. Speaking from her home in Arnhem, she told MailOnline: ‘As a translator, I translate what is in front of me.

‘The names of the royals were on it in black and white. I didn’t add them. I just did what I was paid to do and that was translate the book from English to Dutch.’

The second translator, Nellie Keukelaar-van Rijsbergern, then told The Sun: ‘We are professionals and we have been doing this for years, both of us. It’s not fair.’