Apple TV app is now working on all Android TV devices
By Sanjay Maurya
News Highlights
- All Android TV devices now include the Apple TV app. Apple made the statement on 2nd June.
- Xiaomi, TCL, Hisense, and other TV makers have received the update. It’s now available for smart boxes and sticks as well.
- Xiaomi has independently verified that the update will be available on all of its Android TV products, including Mi TVs, Redmi TVs, Mi Box 4K, and Mi TV Stick.
Apple TV app is now accessible on all Android TV devices
Although Apple TV was originally only accessible on Apple devices, it has now been expanded to include additional devices and platforms, including Amazon’s Fire OS ecosystem and LG’s WebOS. Android TV is a significant platform that covers smart TVs from a variety of companies, and it’s a popular choice in India, where many low-cost TV makers utilize the OS in their smart TVs.
“We have a new addition to our streaming roster. A tweet from Apple TV’s official account said, “The Apple TV app is now available for #AndroidTV devices.”
Xiaomi, TCL, Hisense, and other TV makers have received the update. It’s now available for smart boxes and sticks as well. The app has previously only been accessible on Sony Bravia TVs and Chromecast with Google TV. Xiaomi has independently verified that the update will be available on all of its Android TV products, including Mi TVs, Redmi TVs, Mi Box 4K, and Mi TV Stick.
Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ have all been accessible on the Android TV platform for a while now. Although the app and service debuted on the Amazon Fire TV platform in late 2019, it has taken a long time for it to arrive on Android TV.
Apple’s content library is vast, and the Android launch comes just days before the company’s summer expansion. Apple has already stated that a new season of Ted Lasso, its hugely popular program, will be available in the coming weeks. Aside from that, Lisey’s Story, Home Before Dark Season 2, Physical, Central Park Season 2, and others will be available on the platform.