If you are a hardcore sports enthusiast, then you would have definitely come across the name Kayo Sports. It is an Australia-based sports streaming service broadcasting popular games, like Golf, NBL, UFC, Cricket, F1, etc., live with hours of on-demand content. You can download this app from the native app store and stream seamlessly on all Hisense TVs. On the unsupported models, the Cast & AirPlay option will help you access these sports content.
This article will provide you with the possible ways to get Kayo on Hisense TV of different models with ease.
What Should Be Done?
- Connect your Hisense TV to the internet to download the Kayo Sports app.
- Join the Kayo service by subscribing to any of its plans (starting at $25/month).
- For casting or AirPlay method, install the latest version of the Kayo app from the Play Store and App Store.
- If you want to AirPlay the Kayo app content to Hisense TV, head to the settings on your TV and ensure that the AirPlay feature is turned on.
Kayo Sports Installation on Compatible Hisense TV Models
Below, we have showcased the download procedure of the Kayo app on its supported Hisense TVs. Choose your model and follow its respective method to start streaming.
Hisense Android TV
When you see the Apps option on your Hisense Android TV’s Home screen, select it. Then, locate the Google Play Store app and open it. Select the Search icon on the app and enable the on-screen keyboard.
Type Kayo using the remote keys and do a search. Once the Kayo Sports app is suggested, click on the Install option and add it to your TV.
Hisense Google TV
On the top of the Home screen, click on the Apps tab. Next, scroll down and select the Search for apps and games field. Now, type and search for the Kayo app. Otherwise, select the Sports category and locate it in that section. Now, click Install and get the app to your Hisense TV with Google OS.
Hisense Fire TV
Locate the Find icon on the Home page of Hisense Fire TV and select it to enable the Search tab. In that field, enter Kayo and make a search. The Kayo Sports app will appear in the Amazon App Store.
Now, you have to select it and click the Get or Download option to commence downloading the Kayo app. After it is over, click Open and launch the app.
Hisense VIDAA TV
When your Hisense VIDAA TV boots up and displays the Home screen, you can see the VIDAA app store option in the center. Select it and enter that app store. Find Kayo either by hovering over each app in the Sports section or using the Search option. Finally, click Install and include the app in your TV’s apps section.
Activate & Stream Kayo App on Hisense TV
After the successful installation of the Kayo app on your Hisense TV, get into it and select the Sign In option. An 8-digit activation code, QR code, and activation website link will be shown to you. You can activate the app either using the web browser or a QR code.
- Launch a web browser on your PC/smartphone and search the displayed webpage link. Otherwise, Open a QR code scanner on your smartphone and scan the QR code appearing on the TV screen.
- Visit the Kayo activation website [auth.streamotion.com.au/activate].
- On the website, enter the Kayo activation code you see on the TV screen in the required area. If you scanned the QR code, you can just tap on the pre-populated code on your mobile.
- Click Confirm and start the authentication. After that, you’ll be asked to enter the Kayo account credentials on the website and log in.
- Now, the Kayo app on your Hisense Smart TV will automatically refresh and get signed in to your account.
- The live matches that are ongoing and the library consisting of on-demand sports content will load. Select anything you wish and indulge in high-quality games on the big screen.
Cast/AirPlay Kayo on Other Hisense TV Models
Follow this method and stream your desired sports matches or documentaries from the Kayo service on unsupported TVs.
Login to the Kayo Sports app on your mobile phone. Then, connect your mobile phone and Hisense Smart TV to the same WIFI network. Then, choose your desired content within the app and play it. Tap on the Cast/AirPlay icon that appears on the player window.
Then, pick your Hisense TV from the available devices list and select it. That’s it! The content you selected on the mobile phone will play on the Hisense TV screen as well.
How to Fix Kayo Sports App Not Working on Hisense TV
- If you are unable to find the Kayo app on the app store, check whether your Hisense TV model is compatible with it. If not, switch to cast/AirPlay method.
- When the Kayo Sports app installation fails consistently, check the internet stability. If it is weak, restart the router. Suppose the internet plan has expired, resubscribe and try downloading again.
- If Kayo content is not loading, reboot your Hisense TV and log out & re-login the app once. Make sure the Kayo app is running in its up-to-date version. If not, update the app on your Hisense TV.
- Uninstall the Kayo app and reinstall it after a while if there are glitches and error messages.
- Update your Hisense TV firmware and keep it cache-free for the smooth functioning of the Kayo app.
FAQ
If it took so long for you to finish the authentication and the activation code expired, select the Try again option on the Kayo app and generate a new activation code.
Yes. You can alternatively watch Kayo Sports on the Foxtel Now app on Hisense TV.
