AirBeam TV: A Mixed Bag for Mac Users

As I explored AirBeam TV, a Fire TV mirroring app for Mac users, I found myself with mixed emotions about its performance. While it did deliver some pleasant surprises, there were also several drawbacks that left me wanting more.

In an emergency situation, such as when you forget your Fire TV remote at home, AirBeam TV is certainly a useful tool to have in your arsenal. However, if I'm being honest, I would use this app for far more than just emergency situations if it were capable of delivering a seamless experience.

Unfortunately, the app's keyboard proved to be a major letdown. Not only did it refuse to type certain letters, but it also made it difficult to navigate the interface in general. The navigation system, which relies on a large area of the screen as a pad, felt clunky and overly sensitive, making it easy to swipe past what I wanted multiple times.

On the other hand, I was thrilled to find that AirBeam TV offers a keyboard option for text entry, which is far superior to using the remote's click-and-type interface. This feature alone makes the app worth considering if you're tired of the usual remote controls.

In terms of connectivity, connecting my Mac to the Fire Stick was relatively straightforward and took minimal effort. However, once connected, I found myself relying on a large area of the screen for navigation, which, as mentioned earlier, felt awkward and frustrating at times.

If you're a Mac user looking for an app that can help you control your Fire TV experience with ease, AirBeam TV might be worth considering. With its simple navigation and playback controls, it's designed to make managing your Fire TV and Fire TV Stick a breeze. However, keep in mind that voice search does not work directly inside individual applications like Netflix.

Overall, while AirBeam TV has its drawbacks, it's an app that shows promise and is certainly worth exploring further. With some tweaks to the keyboard and navigation system, I believe this app could truly shine. For now, it remains a decent option for Mac users looking to enhance their Fire TV experience.

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