- Norton VPN adds WireGuard to all Apple platforms
- VPN provider also launches native app on Amazon Fire TV
- This means faster performance and wider device coverage for users
Norton VPN just rolled out two major updates, bringing the WireGuard protocol to all Apple platforms and launching a dedicated app for Amazon Fire TV devices.
The changes are part of Norton’s 2026 product roadmap and significantly expand device performance and support. WireGuard is now available in 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 more seamless 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 iOS, iPadOS, and macOS VPN apps can now choose the modern VPN protocol in the Norton app, bringing the service in line with a growing number of competitors that already offer WireGuard as a default option.
WireGuard has earned a reputation for being a lightweight, high-performance protocol built on a streamlined codebase and modern encryption. Compared to older standards like OpenVPN, WireGuard generally offers faster connection times and improved speeds. Indeed, most of the fastest VPNs tested implemented WireGuard.
Paul de Lange, chief VPN engineer at Norton, described WireGuard as a “highly requested addition,” adding that the deployment brings “faster performance and modern security” to Apple platforms.
Importantly, Norton claims that key features, including Pause VPN and Advanced Servers, remain fully supported when using WireGuard.
Norton VPN launches native app for Amazon Fire TV
Along with the Apple upgrade, 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 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 Himmat Bains, product manager at Norton VPN, the move aims to “meet our customers where they stream” and bring privacy protections into the living room, “without compromising performance or simplicity.”
This addition reflects the growing role of VPNs in streaming setups. As more homes consume content via smart TVs and streaming sticks, protecting traffic on these devices becomes 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 possible to leave the VPN on at all times, an important factor for anyone regularly using public Wi-Fi or moving between networks throughout the day.
For bannersFire TV support fills a practical gap. Instead of only protecting phones and laptops, users can now extend encrypted connections to their TV with minimal setup. The result is a more consistent experience across all devices.
Together, these upgrades strengthen Norton VPN’s reputation as a multi-device VPN designed for everyday use.
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