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Kaycee Hill

Turn your old Android into a Roku or Fire TV stick alternative — here's how

Android with TV launcher displayed .

Your old Android phone sits in a drawer doing nothing. Instead of letting it collect dust, turn it into a streaming device that replaces Roku, Fire Stick, or Chromecast.

This works with any Android phone running Android 14 or later. You don't need special hardware or cables as wireless casting works just fine. Keep the phone plugged in near your TV, and it becomes a dedicated streaming remote and hub for all your apps.

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