Test Without an Amazon Device
If you don't have an Amazon device available to test your apps, you can create a virtual device with the same specifications as a Fire tablet or phone. The steps described here cannot be used to simulate the Fire TV.
Set Up a Virtual Amazon Device
To set up a virtual Amazon device, use Google's Android Virtual Device Manager, which comes bundled with both the Eclipse and Android Studio IDEs. To emulate an Amazon device, you must create a new device definition and a new virtual device, in Android Virtual Device Manager. For detailed information about Android Virtual Device Manager, see Managing Virtual Devices.
Create a New Device Definition
Use the following steps to create a new device definition:
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From Android Studio, select Tools > Android > AVD Manager to start the Android Virtual Device Manager.
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Click Create Virtual Device….
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Click New Hardware Profile.
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Complete the fields in the Create New Device window. Refer to the device specifications for Fire tablets.
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Click Finish.
Create a New Virtual Amazon Device
Use the following steps to create a new virtual Amazon device:
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Start Android Virtual Device Manager.
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Click Create Virtual Device….
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From the device definition table, select the your virtual Amazon device.
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Complete the remaining fields and click OK to finish creating your virtual Amazon device.
For more information on Android Virtual Devices, see Managing Virtual Devices.