If you are used to streaming premium content from the Apple TV+ service, you can continue the same with Hisense TV. Because all the OS models support the Apple TV app natively. By downloading the app, you can enjoy watching Apple Originals, movies, TV shows, series, and popular sporting events.
This article will walk you through the installation & activation of the Apple TV app on all Hisense Smart TVs.
Essential Preparations Before Accessing Apple TV on Hisense TV
- Your TV requires a standard internet connection to download the Apple TV app and stream its content.
- Subscribe to Apple TV+ ($9.99/month) on its website. If you don’t have an Apple ID, visit appleid.apple.com to create a new one.
Install Apple TV on Different Hisense TV Models
Follow the steps below to learn how to download the Apple TV app on Hisense TVs running different operating systems.
- Roku TV: From the Home screen, choose Streaming Channels → click Search Channels. Select the Search bar → search for Apple TV → click Add Channel to download the app on Hisense TV.
- Google TV: Scroll down on the Home screen → select Search for apps and games field → type & search Apple TV → Tap Install.
- Fire TV: On the Home page → Select the Find icon → Search tab → Search for the Apple TV app → Click Download/Get to begin the installation.
- VIDAA TV: Go to the My Apps section on the Home screen. Select the Search icon → search Apple TV and locate the app. Click Install and add it to the TV.
- Android TV: Head to Apps section → launch Google Play Store → tap the Search icon. Then, search Apple TV → find & select the app → Click Install.
- Xumo TV: Go to Apps section → Select View All → Hover over & find Apple TV+ → Launch the app.
Activate Apple TV App on Hisense TV
Open the installed Apple TV app on your TV and click Start Watching. Head to Settings and choose the Sign In option. You will have two options to activate the app.
- On this TV
- Sign In On Mobile Device
On this TV:
- When you select this option, a screen asking for your Apple ID credentials will appear.
- Type the Apple ID & password in the respective fields using the on-screen keyboard & remote.
- Then, click on Continue.
Sign In On Mobile Device:
- If you want to sign in to the Apple TV app using your smartphone, scan the displayed QR code. Otherwise, search the webpage link on the browser to reach the Apple TV activation website.
- There, enter the activation code you see on the TV screen and click Continue.
- Log in to your Apple ID if prompted. Then, refresh the Apple TV app on your TV.
The content of the Apple TV app will start loading now. You can now select and watch any movie, TV show, or sports event you wish on Hisense TV.
How to AirPlay Apple TV+ on Hisense Smart TV
If you have a hard time installing the Apple TV app on your smart TV, then here’s a perfect solution for you.
- Initially, you have to pair your smartphone and Hisense TV to a common WiFi network.
- After that, fetch your smartphone and download the Apple TV app from the App Store.
- Then, sign in to your premium account with the proper credentials.
- Play your favorite Apple TV+ show or any movie you purchased from the iTunes library.
- Click on the AirPlay icon from the playback screen.
- Finally, choose your Hisense Smart TV from the list of active devices and pair it up.
After this, the Apple TV content on your iPhone will be displayed on your smart TV. You can even control the playback directly from your iPhone.
FAQ
If you subscribe to Apple TV+ for the first time, you can use the service for free seven days. You can also get one month of free access with Apple One and three, six, or twelve months of free trial with the purchase of any Apple device.
No. Due to the app’s incompatibility with Android mobile, you can’t cast the Apple TV+ content..
If the Apple TV app is not working, check the internet connection and Apple TV subscription, and restart the TV & WIFI router. Also, uninstall the app on Hisense TV and reinstall it to make it work.
