- Norton VPN adds WireGuard to all Apple platforms
- VPN provider also launches native app on Amazon Fire TV
- This means faster performance and broader device coverage for users.
Norton VPN just released two major updates: it brings the WireGuard protocol to all Apple platforms and launches a dedicated app for Amazon Fire TV devices.
The changes are part of Norton’s 2026 product roadmap and significantly expand both performance and device support. WireGuard is now available across the Apple ecosystem, while all users of Amazon Fire TV devices running FireOS 8 and later 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 smoother way to protect streaming activity in the living room, as Norton continues to close the gap with the best VPN providers on the market.
Norton VPN brings WireGuard to all Apple devices
The expansion of WireGuard to all supported Apple platforms means that Apple users running VPN apps for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS can now choose the modern VPN protocol within the Norton app, aligning the service with a growing number of competitors that already offer WireGuard as a default option.
WireGuard has earned a reputation as a lightweight, high-performance protocol built on an optimized codebase and modern encryption. Compared to older standards like OpenVPN, WireGuard typically offers faster connection times and improved speeds. In fact, most of the fastest VPNs tested have implemented WireGuard.
Paul de Lange, chief VPN engineer at Norton, described WireGuard as a “highly requested addition,” adding that the release brings “faster performance and modern security” to Apple platforms.
Crucially, Norton says that key features, including Pause VPN and Advanced Servers, remain fully supported when using WireGuard.
Norton VPN launches native app for Amazon Fire TV
In addition to Apple’s update, Norton VPN is now available as a Fire TV Stick VPN option for all devices running FireOS 8 and above. The launch complements Norton’s existing support for smart TV setups, expanding coverage from Google TV and Apple TV devices to one of the most used streaming platforms.
Instead of requiring router-level setup or manual workarounds, Fire TV users can install the VPN directly from the device interface.
According to Himmat Bains, product leader at Norton VPN, the move is about “meeting our customers where they stream” and bringing privacy protections into the living room, “without compromising performance or simplicity.”
The addition reflects the growing role of VPNs in streaming setups. As more households consume content through smart TVs and streaming devices, protecting traffic on those devices has become increasingly relevant.
What this means for users
For Apple usersThe arrival of WireGuard should result in a faster and more responsive VPN experience. Faster connections and more stable speeds make it easier to leave the VPN on at all times, an important factor for anyone who regularly uses public Wi-Fi or moves between networks during the day.
For streamersFire TV compatibility closes a practical gap. Instead of protecting just phones and laptops, users can now extend encrypted connections to their TV with minimal setup. The result is a more consistent experience across devices.
Combined, the updates strengthen Norton VPN’s reputation as a multi-device VPN designed for everyday use.
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