Apple has given a big gift to Android users. Now, the Apple TV app is available on the Android TV platform, with Apple expanding the app's compatibility to include Google's popular operating system for smart TVs and streaming devices.
Apple TV was initially only available on Apple devices, but over the years the service has expanded to other devices and platforms such as Amazon's Fire OS ecosystem and LG's webOS.
Android TV is an important platform that covers multiple brands of Smart TVs and is a popular choice in India where many affordable TV makers opt to use the OS for their Smart TVs.
Available for download on Google Play Store
- The Apple TV app can be downloaded for Android TV through the Google Play store, and is available for Android TV devices running Android TV 8 or the latest OS.
- Download the app, sign in with your Apple ID, or use your iPhone for an easier sign-in process. With an iPhone, users can scan the QR code and authenticate their account using FaceID or TouchID.
This is a big step by Apple, especially for Indian users where the Android TV platform is quite popular. Many television manufacturers in different price segments use Android TV for their smart TVs, including Sony, Xiaomi, Realme, TCL, Vu and OnePlus.
Apple TV will now be available on all of these devices, allowing streaming of movies available to buy or rent, as well as an Apple TV+ subscription service that features original Apple shows like Ted Lasso and The Morning Show.
Introducing a new member to our streaming roster. The Apple TV app is now available on #AndroidTV devices.
— Apple TV (@AppleTV) June 1, 2021