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Big news — Norton VPN brings Wire Guard on Apple devices, and lands on Amazon Fire TV

Norton VPN just got faster on mac OS and i OS VPN apps — and it’s now on Amazon Fire TV, too

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The VPN provider also launches a native app on Amazon Fire TV

This means faster performance and broader device coverage for users

Norton VPN has just rolled out two major updates, bringing the Wire Guard protocol to all Apple platforms and launching a dedicated app for Amazon Fire TV devices.

The changes form part of Norton's 2026 product roadmap and significantly broaden both performance and device support. Wire Guard is now available across Apple's ecosystem, while all users of Amazon Fire TV devices running Fire OS 8 and newer can now download a native Norton VPN app for the first time.

Together, the updates deliver faster connections on Apple devices as well as a more seamless way to protect streaming activity in the living room, as Norton continues to close the gap on the very best VPN providers on the market.

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Norton VPN brings Wire Guard to all Apple devices

The expansion of Wire Guard to all supported Apple platforms means Apple users running i OS, i Pad OS, and mac OS VPN apps can now choose the modern VPN protocol within the Norton app, aligning the service with a growing number of competitors that already offer Wire Guard as the default option.

Wire Guard has earned a reputation as a lightweight, high-performance protocol built on a streamlined codebase and modern encryption. Compared to older standards such as Open VPN, Wire Guard typically delivers faster connection times and improved speeds. Indeed, most of the fastest VPNs tested have implemented Wire Guard.

Paul de Lange, Lead VPN Engineer at Norton, described Wire Guard as a "highly requested addition," adding that the rollout brings "faster performance and modern security" to Apple platforms.

Crucially, Norton says key features — including Pause VPN and Advanced servers — remain fully supported when using Wire Guard.

Norton VPN launches native app for Amazon Fire TV

Alongside the Apple upgrade, Norton VPN is now available as a Fire TV Stick VPN option for all devices running Fire OS 8 and above. The launch complements Norton’s existing compatibility with smart TV setups, extending coverage from Google TV and Apple TV devices to one of the most widely used streaming platforms.

Rather than requiring router-level configuration or manual workarounds, Fire TV users can install the VPN directly from the device interface.

According to Norton VPN Product Lead Himmat Bains, the move is about "meeting our customers where they stream," and bringing privacy protections into the living room, "without compromising performance or simplicity."

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The addition reflects the growing role of VPNs in streaming setups. As more households consume content via smart TVs and streaming sticks, protecting traffic on those devices has become increasingly relevant.

For Apple users, Wire Guard’s arrival should translate into a faster, more responsive VPN experience. Quicker connections and more stable speeds make it easier to leave the VPN switched on at all times — an important factor for anyone regularly using public Wi-Fi or moving between networks throughout the day.

For streamers, Fire TV support closes a practical gap. Instead of protecting only phones and laptops, users can now extend encrypted connections to their TV with minimal setup involved. The result is a more consistent experience across devices.

Combined, the upgrades strengthen Norton VPN’s reputation as a cross-device VPN designed for everyday use.

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Mark is a Tech Security Writer for Tech Radar and has been published on Comparitech and IGN. He graduated with a degree in English and Journalism from the University of Lincoln and spent several years teaching English as a foreign language in Spain. The Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data scandal sparked Mark’s interest in online privacy, leading him to write hundreds of articles on VPNs, antivirus software, password managers, and other cybersecurity topics. He recently completed the Google Cybersecurity Certificate, and when he's not studying for the Comp TIA Security+ exam, Mark can be found agonizing over his fantasy football team selections, watching the Detroit Lions, and battling bugs and bots in Helldivers 2.

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Key Takeaways

• Big news — Norton VPN brings Wire Guard on Apple devices, and lands on Amazon Fire TV

• Norton VPN just got faster on mac OS and i OS VPN apps — and it’s now on Amazon Fire TV, too

• When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission

• The VPN provider also launches a native app on Amazon Fire TV

• This means faster performance and broader device coverage for users