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Q: QuestionDoes this require a data plan?

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hello! The Fire HD 8 Kids Edition does not require a data plan. You just connect it to the internet when you want to use things that require the internet, but you do not need it to be connected to the internet all of the time. Certain apps will require the internet and others do not. Have a great day!

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionIs there a web browser? I would like my kids to be able to access educational websites.

Asked 5 years ago by Dad.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hey there! There is a web browser on the Fire tablets that allow for your kids to access educational websites. Freetime is also included for a year with the purchase of this device. Peace of Mind for Parents. FreeTime Unlimited is an all-in-one subscription that gives kids access to thousands of kid-friendly books, movies, TV shows, educational apps, Audible books, and games on compatible Fire, Fire TV, Android, iOS and Kindle devices. Hope this helps!

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionDoes this tablet allow you to download netflix and other games not already installed? Thanks in advance.

Asked 5 years ago by Jules.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hi Jules, Yes, the tablet will allow downloads of additional applications. You can restrict downloads if you would like as well with the Kids version. Have a great day!

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionDo you need to have a subscription to Amazon Prime to get games and apps on the device? Does this allow you to use the google play store app as well?

Asked 5 years ago by JohnnyBravo2369.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hello @Superdad, You do not need a paid a Paid Prime account to use. You can set up a free one and go from there. Certain apps (depends on the developer) ask you to pay for their app, but there are thousands of free ones and all you need is an internet connection to download. Unfortunately, the Google Play Store is not available on the Amazon Fire Tablet Platform. Hope this info helps. Have a great day!

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: Questiondoes this kids tablet work with abc mouse

Asked 5 years ago by Rharha.

• A:Answer Hello @Rharha, Yes, ABC Mouse is available for download in the Amazon App store. Have a great day!

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionMy son cracked his screen do I have to go through amazon to replace or can I switch it at Best Buy?

Asked 5 years ago by Lizzie.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer I had the exact same issue. and no you just take it to Best But and they will give you a brand new one.

  Answered 5 years ago by sharon

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Q: QuestionCan you download music?

Asked 4 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer The Fire HD 8 kids edition can stream through Wi-Fi or view downloaded content on the go with 32 GB of internal storage and up to 12 hours of reading, browsing the web, watching video, and listening to music. You can also add a microSD card for additional storage needs.

  Answered 4 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionCan I run Windows 10 on this tablet?

Asked 5 years ago by Traci.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hello Traci, the Amazon Tablets use the Amazon Fire OS and do not support Windows. Have a great day

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionWhere do you setup parental controls ??????

Asked 5 years ago by Chris.

• A:Answer Hello, From the pull down menu at the top of the tablet, go to settings and parental controls. When setting up it should also walk you through the process, or you can visit the parent dashboard on parents.amazon.com to get even more customized settings.

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionDoes the tablet come with a free year subscription like it would if I purchased it directly from amazon?

Asked 5 years ago by PapaBear.

• A:Answer Hello, The kids tablet comes with a free year to Amazon Kids, the built in 2 year worry free guarantee, plus it comes with the kid friendly bumper. Hope that helps.

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionDoes this tablet support adventure academy?

Asked 5 years ago by Jeff.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hello, I am not sure if that is an App, but if it is, it is not available in the Amazon App Store. Hope this helps.

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionHow to reset pin

Asked 4 years ago by Ema.

• A:Answer Looking good and works perfectly. My daughter likes and enjoys it. Thanks

  Answered 4 years ago by DavemaysVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionAre you able to download apps like google classroom or google meet I’m looking into getting a table for my son virtual therapy appointments but I would also like to get a kid tablet

Asked 5 years ago by Kelly.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hi Kelly, Currently Google Classroom and Google Meet are not officially available in the Amazon app store. Have a good day!

  Answered 5 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionCan you down load shows and movies for kids? If so will they still require internet when wanting to watch them if they are downloaded?

Asked 5 years ago by Gigi317.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hello Gigi, once a movie or TV show is downloaded to the device you will no longer need Wifi/Internet to view it. I do this all the time when I travel on planes. Hope that answers your questions, have a great day!

  Answered 4 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionCan I download a QR Code Reader or use the camera to read a QR Code? Thanks!

Asked 3 years ago by SWE.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hello SWE, you can download a QR Code scanner in the Amazon App store to use on the Fire 8 Kids Tablet. Have a great day!

  Answered 2 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionCan you run the Google Duo app on the Amazon Fire 8 Kids tablet?

Asked 3 years ago by GAMPA.

• A:Answer Hello Gampa, you want to know if you are able to run Google Duo app on the Amazon Fire 8 Kids. At this moment the Google Duo app is not available for download in the Amazon AppStore. Hope this has answered your question. Have an amazing day!

  Answered 3 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionWill the tablet have Wi-Fi outside the house, for instance in a car or riding in Amtrak?

Asked 4 years ago by Sky.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Tablet is WiFi enabled but it does not come with a data plan. You need to connect the tablet to an available WiFi when outside. If you have Amazon membership you can download the content at home WiFi and view it on the go even though there is no WiFi available when traveling.

  Answered 4 years ago by KumarVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWondering if the Minecraft app is able to be used on the kids edition. Thank you.

Asked 4 years ago by NDA2000.

• A:Answer Hello NDA2000! Yes, the Minecraft app can be downloaded to your Fire Tablet. It can be found tapping Games & Apps and searching for Minecraft. There is a charge for the game so your child would have to request it and you would need to approve it on the Parent Dashboard. I hope this answers your question and you have an amazing day!

  Answered 4 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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Q: QuestionIs this Fire HD 8 Kids Edition 10th gen 8" tablet 32GB Blue the 2020 release?

Asked 4 years ago by Rebel.

This question was asked about the related product: Amazon - Fire 8 Kids - 8" Tablet – ages 3-7 - 32GB - Blue

• A:Answer Hi Rebel, Yes, this is the 2020 release. Hope this information helps.

  Answered 4 years ago by Amazon Devices Customer Support

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