IPTV on Android TV and Google TV (Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips)

TVs from Sony, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Sharp and many others run Android TV or Google TV. That is great news for IPTV: you can use every Android player, including TiviMate, which many people consider the best TV-guide app.

Is my TV Android TV or Google TV?

Press the Settings button. If you see a Google account and the Google Play Store, it is Android TV or Google TV. Both work the same way for IPTV.

Step 1: Install a player from Google Play

Open the Play Store on the TV and install one of:

• TiviMate: the best TV guide, made for remote controls
• IPTV Smarters Pro: free and simple
• IBO Player or BOB Player: activated with the MAC address
• OTT Navigator: powerful, many settings

Not sure? Start with IPTV Smarters Pro to check everything works, then try TiviMate. Our player comparison helps you choose.

Step 2: Add your login

In TiviMate: Add playlist → Xtream Codes, then type the server address, username and password. In IPTV Smarters: Login with Xtream Codes API, give the profile any name, then the same three fields.

Type the server address exactly as we sent it, including http:// and the port number (for example :8080).

Step 3: Load the TV guide

With an Xtream Codes login, the guide usually loads by itself. If it stays empty, open the playlist settings and choose Update EPG. Our EPG guide explains the options.

Step 4: Settings that make a difference

• Decoder: hardware (HW) for 4K and 60 fps channels.
• Display: in the TV's settings, turn on Match frame rate or Auto frame rate if your TV has it. Sport at 50 or 60 fps looks smoother.
• Network: use a cable if you can; otherwise the 5 GHz Wi-Fi band.

Keep it fast

Android TVs often have only 8 to 16 GB of storage. In Settings → Apps, uninstall apps you never use and clear the cache of the player if menus get slow.

Frequently asked questions

Can I install apps that are not in Google Play?

Yes, with an app such as Downloader or a file manager, after allowing unknown apps in the security settings. Only use official sources.

Does TiviMate cost money?

TiviMate is free to install. The premium version, which unlocks favourites, catch-up and multiple playlists, is a subscription paid to its developer.

My Sony Bravia is slow. Will a stick help?

Often yes. A Google TV streamer or a Fire TV Stick 4K Max is faster than the processor in many TVs.