How to Install and Watch Apple TV on Android TV

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Latest Versionv14.1.0

Since the Apple TV app is available on the Google Play Store, you can easily install it on your Android TV. This app is compatible with Android TV running Android 8.0 or later. Alternatively, you can stream Apple TV on your TV by either visiting its official website or sideloading the app. To access Apple TV on any device, you need a TV+ subscription that costs $9.99 per month after a 7-day free trial.

This curated article deals with all possible ways to get and stream Apple TV on Android TV.

How to Install Apple TV on Android TV

1. On your Android TV remote, press the Home button to open the home screen.

2. Choose the Apps tab and then navigate to open the Google Play Store.

3. Click on the Search icon.

Google Play Store

4. Search for Apple TV by typing it down on the search bar.

5. Select the Apple TV app icon from the search results on your screen.

6. To start installing the app, click on the Install button.

7. Once the download finishes, click Open to launch the Apple TV app.

How to Activate Apple TV on Android TV

1. Note down the Activation code on your screen if you open the Apple TV app for the very first time.

2. Visit activate.apple.com from a web browser.

Activate Apple TV on Android TV

3. Enter the activation code in the field and click Continue.

4. Sign in with your Apple ID to validate your account.

You have successfully validated the Apple TV subscription. Click Watch Now on the TV screen to start streaming movies, TV shows, and more on your Android TV.

How to Watch Apple TV on Android TV Using Web Browser

1. Open a web browser on your Android TV.

2. Enter the URL (https://tv.apple.com) in the address bar and go to that website.

Sign in with your Apple ID

3. Tap Sign In at the upper right corner of the screen.

4. Once you signed in, click on a movie or TV show that you want to watch.

How to AirPlay Apple TV to Android TV Using iPhone or iPad

The latest Android TV models support Apple HomeKit so you can AirPlay media content using your iPhone or iPad. For this purpose, you should connect your smartphone to the same WIFI network as your Android TV.

1. Enable Airplay on your Android TV.

  • Press the Input button on the Android TV remote control.
  • Select Airplay.
  • On the next screen, click on AirPlay & HomeKit settings.
  • Turn on the Airplay setting.
AirPlay Apple TV to Android TV

2. Install the Apple TV app on your iPhone or iPad from the App Store and open the app.

3. Click the Airplay icon that you can see on the media player.

4. Select your Android TV from the list (Your Android TV and iPhone must be on the same WiFi network).

5. If prompted, enter the AirPlay passcode to connect.

Now, the Apple TV content will play on your TV with the help of AirPlay.

How to Sideload Apple TV APK on Android TV

Users who have an older version of Android TV can use the Downloader app on Android TV to sideload the Apple TV apk.

1. Turn on your Android TV and head to the Apps section.

2. Locate the Google Play Store and launch it.

3. Click on the Search icon and type Downloader in the required field.

4. Locate the Downloader app developed by AFTVnews and hit the Install button.

Install Downloader on Android TV

5. Wait for a while to download and install the Downloader app on your device.

6. Once the Downloader app is installed successfully, press the home button on your remote.

7. Now, navigate to the Settings icon from the home page.

8. From the options, go to Device Preferences → Security & Restrictions.

Click Security & restrictions

9. Click Unknown Sources → Turn on the Downloader toggle.

10. Now, get back to the home screen and launch the Downloader app.

11. Accept the storage and other permissions asked by the app on your TV.

12. Choose Home from the left pane, and type the below-mentioned URL in the required field.

Download link of Apple TV APK latest version: bit.ly/4aRWYGG

Enter Apple TV APK link to download on Android TV

13. Click Go to download the APK file on your Android TV.

14. Once the file is downloaded, open it and click Install.

15. Then, click Open to launch the app and activate it to watch your favorite media content.

Supported Android TVs and Boxes

Smart TVsSmart TV Boxes
TCL Smart TV
Philips Smart TV
Hisense Smart TV
Panasonic Smart TV
Sharp Smart TV
Sony Smart TV
MI Smart TV
Xiaomi Mi Smart TV
NVIDIA SHIELD TV
Xiaomi Mi Smart Box
DIRECTV

How to Fix Apple TV Not Working on Android TV

If the Apple TV app is not working properly on your TV due to issues like a black screen, app freezing, and more, then you need to perform the troubleshooting fixes listed below to resolve those problems.

  • Ensure your Android TV is connected to an internet connection with higher bandwidth.
  • Reboot your Android TV to resolve the temporary bugs associated with the device and app.
  • Close and relaunch the Apple TV application on your device.
  • If there is a new version available for Apple TV, uninstall the current one and sideload the latest version.
  • Update your Android TV firmware and the app to the latest version.
  • Clear the app cache files for the Apple TV app.
  • Reset your Android TV to the factory settings to solve the major problems, then set up your Smart TV to install the app again.

Apple TVAlternatives

If you feel that Apple TV isn’t for you or are unsatisfied with its service, you can switch to some other platforms to stream the original movies and TV shows. Here are the best options you can choose as an alternative solution to Apple TV.

AppsMonthly Price
Prime Video$8.99
HBO Max$9.99
Hulu$7.99
Disney Plus$7.99

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can you run Apple TV on Android TV?

Yes. Since Apple TV has its own application on the Play Store, you can install and run it directly on your Android TV.

2. How to watch Apple TV on Sony Android TV?

Open the Play Store on Sony TV → Search for Apple TV → Choose Apple TV → Click Install → Open Apple TV → Sign in with your Apple TV account → Start streaming.

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