How do I open the settings?
Press any button on the Siri Remote (up, down, left, right, or the clickpad
center) to reveal the gear button in the bottom-right corner, then click the
center of the clickpad to open settings. The gear hides itself after
5 seconds.
How do I change scenes?
Open settings, pick a scene from the list, or filter by collection
(Fireplaces, Cats, Diwali, Christmas, and more). Your choice is remembered
between launches.
How do I exit the app?
Press the Back button (<) on the Siri Remote while watching a scene. While
the settings panel is open, Back closes the panel instead; press Done or Back
again to return to your scene first.
Can I mix my own sounds?
Yes — open settings, choose Customize Sounds for the current scene, and layer
any of the 25 ambient sounds (crackling fire, rain, thunder, crickets, festive
music…) each with its own volume. Your custom mix is saved per scene. Reset
restores the scene's original mix.
How do I open settings on iPhone or iPad?
Tap the scene to reveal the controls, then tap the gear (Settings) button in
the bottom bar. Tap Done to close settings.
How do I change scenes on iPhone or iPad?
Tap the scene to reveal the controls, tap Scenes, then pick a scene or filter
by collection (Fireplaces, Cats, Diwali, Christmas, and more). Your choice is
remembered between launches.
How do I mix my own sounds on iPhone or iPad?
Tap Customize in the bottom bar and layer any of the 25 ambient sounds
(crackling fire, rain, thunder, crickets, festive music…) each with its own
volume. Your custom mix is saved per scene. Reset restores the scene's
original mix.
Why does the app only play sideways on my iPhone?
On iPhone, Fireplace & Festivals plays in landscape — rotate your phone
sideways. On iPad, all orientations work.
What do Fill Screen and Fit Scene do?
In Settings → Video → Scene display: Fill Screen fills the whole screen (its
edges may be cropped); Fit Scene shows the whole scene (black bars may appear
at the sides). Fill Screen is the default.
Can I send it to my TV or speakers?
Yes — tap the AirPlay button in the bottom bar and choose your Apple TV or
speakers. While a scene plays, your lock screen shows the scene title and
poster.
Can I set a sleep timer?
Yes — Settings → Sleep timer, then 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. The sound
turns off when the time is up.
I hear no sound on my iPhone or iPad. What should I check?
Check the Sound button in the bottom bar (it should say "Sound on"), the
volume slider in Settings → Sound, and your device volume. Also tap the
AirPlay button — audio may be routed to another device.
How do I leave the app on iPhone or iPad?
Swipe up to go home or switch apps. Your scene is remembered and resumes when
you return.
Does Fireplace & Festivals need an internet connection?
No. All videos and sounds are bundled with the app and everything works
fully offline.
What data does Fireplace & Festivals collect?
None. No account, no analytics, no ads. See our
Privacy Policy.
Still stuck? Email us at hello@mushaklabs.com and we'll get back to you.