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  • QuestionCan you lock screen so it doesnt switch up if a child is using it

    Asked by Leah.

    • Answer Hello Leah, The Fire HD 8 Tablet will allow you to add a Amazon Child Profile to your device. This will allow a child to have access to content for kids and restrict them from changing things on your profile. I hope this information helps. Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDoes the Fire tablet come with WeatherBug? If not, can I download the app?

    Asked by KateH.

    • Answer Hi KateH Yes, you can install WeatherBug on an Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet, but the official support situation has changed recently, and the straightforward way through the Amazon Appstore is no longer available for Fire tablets. The official WeatherBug app listing on the Amazon Appstore states: "As of 11/25/2025, we are no longer supporting the WeatherBug app built for Amazon Fire Tablets." This means the dedicated Fire tablet version has been discontinued and is likely no longer downloadable or updated directly from the Amazon Appstore for tablets (though a separate version exists for Fire TV devices). You can check the Amazon Appstore directly on your tablet Hope you have a great day.

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDo you need to pay more money to get it running?

    Asked by Sherri.

    • Answer Hello Sherri, The Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet only requires an Amazon Account to get started. As far as applications go to add to the device that can vary. Some applications such as Prime or Netflix are free to download, but require a subscription to access content. Some apps are free to download and use without any sort of subscription. It all depends on what you would like to use the tablet for. For example, I use my tablet when I travel for work. I have Amazon Prime, HBO Max, and Netflix for movies, The apps are all free to download and I pay for the subscription services. I also use Pandora and Tidal for music, same thing as the movie streaming services. I do have several games and apps that I downloaded for free as well with no subscription charges. I can access my email, play card games like Poker and Solitaire and more in depth games like Clash of Clans. These services are free. To answer your question in a shorter way, if you have an existing Amazon Account, there are no additional charges to get the Tablet working. If you don't have an Amazon Account, the device will help you set one up, that is free as well! I hope this answers your question!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDoes it has hdmi connection

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Not that I see. There is a charging portal, a plug for headphones, a couple of covered slots for other plugs, but nothing large enough for an hdmi connection.

      Answered by Rusty111

  • QuestionDoes this tablet have gps capabilities? Thank you

    Asked by Curious.

    • Answer Hello Curious! No this device does not have a native GPS chip built in and it is a WIFI only device. You can pair your Fire 8 HD table with other devices like a GPS Bluetooth receivers for more capabilities. I hope this information helps. Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionDoes it have a camera for video and pics?

    Asked by KevinA.

    • Answer Yes

      Answered by Ajrtj

  • QuestionCan expand memory with an sd card

    Asked by Patrizia413.

    • Answer Hi PL, Yes — the Fire HD 8 lets you expand storage with a microSD card for apps, photos, videos, and more. Hope this helps!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionIs this the same thing as a kindle my daughter loves to read books

    Asked by Drika.

    • Answer Not exactly, but it is loaded with Kindle. I bought it for reading my Kindle books. This is a more cost efficient way to use that app.

      Answered by Rusty111

  • QuestionIs there a way to send applications from my phone to my child's Fire tab? For example, how you can add apps from the Google Play Store to multiple devices.

    Asked by MandyB.

    • Answer Hi MandyB, Yes — you can send apps to your child’s Fire HD 8 by managing their child profile in the Amazon Parent Dashboard. You choose approved apps, and they’ll automatically show up on the tablet. Hope this helps!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionCan you read books from Libby on the Amazon Fire Tablet?

    Asked by Polly.

    • Answer Yes you can read books on the tablet

      Answered by DempseyG

  • QuestionIs this a good thing to draw on

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Hi! The Fire HD 8 is good for casual, basic drawing and sketching, especially with a simple capacitive stylus. It's not ideal for serious digital art due to a lack of pressure sensitivity, potential lag, and the limited options in the app store. I hope this answers your question!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionIs this the 12th edition?

    Asked by DebraC.

    • Answer Hello Debra and thank you for your question! Yes, the Amazon FireHD 8 tablet is the 12th edition, 2024 release. Hope this helps! Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionWhat’s in the box?

    Asked by Anne.

    • Answer The tablet and a charging cable.

      Answered by Rusty111

  • QuestionCan you play video games

    Asked by Jessica.

    • Answer Yes u can

      Answered by Anonymous

  • QuestionDoes it support I ready school applications

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Hello. The I-Ready (curriculum app) is not officially available at this time. I hope that helps and have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionHoy to charge it?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Tablet comes with a charging cable. Just plug it in to tablet and then to outlet, it charges quickly.

      Answered by Rusty111

  • QuestionCan this kindle read books in color such as graphic novels.

    Asked by AndyM.

    • Answer Hi AndyM, Yes the Fire HD 8 can show books and graphic novels in full color. Just keep in mind this is a tablet, not a Kindle e-reader, so it uses a regular LCD screen instead of e-ink. Hope this helps!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionI would like to get an iPad or a tablet where I can make telephone calls or receive them as well as text messages on this particular iPad. Do you guys offer that?

    Asked by Kelley.

    • Answer Hello Kelley, the Amazon Fire tablets do not support a cellular connection. There are several apps available for download that will allow you to make voice and video calls when connected to WI-FI. Have a great day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support

  • QuestionCan you download Apple apps on this?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Si

      Answered by Nichomex

  • QuestionCan you connect to your YouTube Tv account on this device?

    Asked by CP.

    • Answer Hi CP! While the YouTube TV app is not available on the Amazon App Store, you can always sign in to your account via the built-in browser. You'll also be able to access tons of other streaming apps like Prime Video, Disney+, and Netflix which are available to download from the App Store. I hope that helps, have a great rest of your day!

      Answered by Amazon Devices Customer Support