Two-Way Video Calling with Zoom now available on Fire TV Cube (2nd Gen)

Host all of your virtual hangouts and join work meetings on the biggest screen in your home.

Last year we launched Alexa two-way video calling from your Fire TV Cube to any camera-enabled Alexa device. Our customers have enjoyed being able to video call and connect with loved ones on the big screen from the comfort of their couch. We are excited to announce that starting today you can video call friends, family, and business colleagues with the Zoom app on Fire TV. All you need is a Fire TV Cube (2nd Gen) with the latest software update, a compatible webcam, Micro USB-to-USB adapter, and to download Zoom on Fire TV.

Here are the steps to get your Fire TV Cube ready for two-way video calling with Zoom. Let’s get started!

Setting up your webcam
To access two-way video calling using Zoom, you will need to connect a webcam that supports USB Video Class (UVC) with at least 720p resolution and 30fps to your Fire TV Cube using a Micro USB to USB adapter. For a better experience, we recommend webcams with 1080p resolution and a 60–90 degree field of view from 6–10 feet away from the TV. We do not recommend 4K webcams.

Here is a list of suggested webcams and adapters to help you get started:

Webcam

● Logitech C920

● Logitech C922x

● Logitech C310

● Wansview 101JD

Micro USB to USB Adapter

● Startech.com

● UGREEN

● CableCreation

Micro USB to USB Adapter with Ethernet Port

● Smays

Set up your camera in a spot that works best for your setup; however, we recommend placing the camera above your TV screen for the best results.

Enabling Zoom
Once you’ve connected your webcam to Fire TV Cube, download and install Zoom from the Fire TV Appstore. Once downloaded, you can join Zoom meetings right away as a guest or by signing into your existing Zoom account by following the on-screen instructions. To join a meeting, you can simply say, “Alexa, join my Zoom meeting,” and Alexa will ask for the meeting ID and passcode. You can also use the remote control to provide the meeting ID and passcode.

If you have signed into your Zoom account, you will be able to see your contacts, upcoming meetings, and start and join meetings from the Zoom app.

For an enhanced experience, you can also link your calendar to Alexa by following these instructions. Once your calendar is linked, you can say “Alexa, join my Zoom meeting,” and Alexa will suggest a meeting to join based on the meetings in your calendar. To enter the meeting simply say “yes” and you will automatically be dialed in.

We enjoy having the flexibility to join work meetings or connect with loved ones near and far with the power of two-way video calling on Fire TV Cube with Zoom, and we hope you do too!