The ESPN network’s standalone app is available on all Hisense TV OS models except the VIDAA OS. Through this app, you can enjoy live broadcasting of diverse sports, such as Baseball, Golf, Football, and Cricket, as well as popular events like LaLiga, NHL, UFC, MLB, etc., from ESPN network channels.
This article will walk you through the steps to install & activate the ESPN app on supported Hisense TVs. Alternate ways to access the service on Hisense VIDAA TV are also provided.
What Should Be Done?
- To download the ESPN app, connect the Hisense Smart TV to the internet.
- Get the ESPN+ subscription (starting at $10.99) from the official website or register with a TV provider offering the ESPN channels to log in the ESPN app on Hisense TVs.
Install ESPN on Hisense Android TVs
Open the Google Play Store app from the Apps section. Use the Search icon to search for ESPN. When it is suggested in the search results, click Install & download the app on Hisense TV with the Android OS.
Get ESPN on Hisense Fire TVs
On the Home screen, select the Find icon → Search field & search for the ESPN app. You can even press the Mic button on the remote control and say, “Download the ESPN app.”
Now, the app download page from the Amazon Appstore will open up. Select the Get/Download option to add ESPN to Fire OS Hisense TVs.
Download ESPN on Hisense Google TVs
Power on your Hisense TV with the Google OS. On the Home screen, scroll down a bit & select the Search for apps and games field. Type & search for the ESPN app using the on-screen keyboard. Once you locate the app, select it and click Install to begin installation.
Install ESPN on Hisense Roku TV
Once you boot up your Hisense Roku TV, select the Streaming Store option on the Home page. Click on the Search tile and look for the ESPN app using it. Click on the Add channel option and get it from the Roku Channel Store for your TV.
Access ESPN on Hisense Xumo TVs
ESPN is built-in on Hisense Xumo TV models. So, all you have to do is launch it and start streaming straight away. To do so, navigate to the Apps row and click on View All.
Hover over apps until you reach the ESPN app tile. Click the Select button on the remote and open the app.
Activate & Stream ESPN on Hisense TVs
- Open the ESPN app on your Hisense Smart TV.
- Select Login & you’ll be displayed two options: Provider Account & ESPN Account.
If you select the ESPN Account login,
- An activation code and ESPN activation webpage link will appear.
- On a mobile or PC browser, reach the activation webpage [www.espn.com/activate] and enter the 6-digit code.
- Click Continue and log in to your ESPN account if prompted.
- Now, the website will display a tickmark, and the ESPN app on your Hisense TV will get activated.
- When the contents start loading, you can choose your desired live match or highlights and stream them on the big screen.
If you have selected the Provider Account login,
- You will see the list of providers offering ESPN channel streaming. Choose your TV provider.
- Enter the TV provider account’s credentials on the next screen to sign in. If necessary, activate the TV provider account.
- After that, you can select the ESPN channel and start watching it.
Get ESPN on Hisense VIDAA TVs
There are two workarounds available to access ESPN on Hisense VIDAA TV. You can either connect a supported streaming device or cast & AirPlay the ESPN content from a smartphone. Both methods are elaborated below.
Streaming Devices:
Apple TV, Firestick, and Roku devices are compatible with the ESPN app. If you have any of these devices, connect them and select the appropriate input on your Hisense TV. Now, access the app store of the streaming device and download ESPN. Finish activation using the above-explained methods and access ESPN content on Hisense VIDAA TVs.
Cast/AirPlay from Mobile:
Download & launch the ESPN app on your smartphone [Play Store | App Store]. Android mobile users can enable the Screen mirroring option on Hisense TV. Turn on the AirPlay option on Hisense TV if you are using an iPhone.
After logging in to your account on the ESPN app, connect your Hisense TV and smartphone to the same WIFI network. Now, play any content and click on the Cast or AirPlay icon. Choose your Hisense TV from the devices list and watch the selected content on your Hisense VIDAA TV screen.
FAQ
AT&T Uverse, Spectrum, Cox, DIRECTV, DISH, Verizon FiOS, and Xfinity are some of the famous TV providers that offer the ESPN channel as part of their service.
Check your internet connection first & restart the Hisense TV and the ESPN app once. If that doesn’t help, log out and re-login to the ESPN app. Also, update the app on your Hisense TV or delete & reinstall it once to enjoy ESPN streaming like before.
Yes, you can use streaming platforms like Sling & Hulu on Hisense TV to watch ESPN content.
