Watching TV on your Android.
Television – you either love it or hate it. Or love-hate it? Anyway, we all have a deep, if sometimes ambivalent relationship with our TV sets. We use TV to relax, to get informed, to stay in touch, to learn things, to lose time, to forget about problems, and the list can go on and on. It's no wonder that many have tried (and mostly failed) to offer a truly portable TV-watching device.
And then the smartphone came along, bringing the brains of silicon and the looks of hi-res screens to the mainstream consumer. The increasingly-large smartphones these days can double as TVs without problem, provided you have the right apps. So, for all of you TV maniacs, we bring you the best apps that will transform your Android device into a TV, so you can enjoy your favorite sitcom, ball game, or reality TV show wherever you are.(source)
40D (purchase - request)
- Channel 4 has a dedicated 4oD application for Android tablets and smartphones. It hosts a wide selection of programmes from Channel 4, E4 and More4, past and present.
Users can catch up on the past 30 days of TV across Channel 4’s portfolio as well as access an extensive library of Channel 4 content for free.
You can browse for programmes by date or category, scroll through an A to Z list or select from specialist interest collections such as Eternal Students, Live Laughs and Chef Specials.
AT&T U-Verse Live TV (purchase - request)
- The AT&T U-Verse Live TV app delivers live TV on your Android smartphone. You don’t need U-Verse home service to use the app. There is a 7 day free trial, after which the service is $9.99 a month.
You have access to a number of channels including MSNBC, Fox, ABC, Disney, NBC and Comedy Central among others. Notably, you get access to live sports on ESPN Mobile TV.
Before you go sign up for the service, make sure you have one of the following phones, HTC Status, Pantech Crossover, LG Phoenix, LG Thrive, Samsung Captivate, Samsung Infuse, HTC Aria, HTC Inspire, Motorola Atrix, Motorola Bravo, Motorola Flipout, Motorola Flipside and future AT&T Android phones. You should also note that this app is not compatible with tablets.
Depending on the show, your subscription and other factors the U-Verse Mobile App may allow you to watch some TV shows.
BBC iPlayer (purchase - request)
- BBC iPlayer is a free service that lets you watch television programmes from the past week. You can either watch or listen to a current show as it is transmitted live or catch up with a programme after broadcast.
The television programmes are only available to users in the UK. However, if you have previously downloaded a programme onto your device from BBC iPlayer while in the UK, you can then watch it anywhere in the world.
Blue Media Television (purchase - request)
- Television from Blue Media is an Android app that allows you to watch over 40 full screen channels from all over the world. Although it doesn’t have a multitude of features, and it requires a one time payment of $3, you will have lots of channels at your fingertips, and that’s got to count for something, right? So go to the Android Market and give it a try. Better pay for something professional than wasting your time to find something cheap and reliable.
Crackle – Movies & TV (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- Another awesome Android app that will turn your Android into a TV is Crackle. Crackle – Movies & TV lets you watch full-length TV shows and movies on your Android smartphone and tablet for free. We love the fact that this app is capable of streaming high quality videos, with over 20 new TV episodes and movies added each month. And we are talking about unlimited on-demand videos across different genres. While some might complain about the occasional commercials, considering that it's totally free, downloading the Crackle is well worth it. Crackle is currently available in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Australia.
Crackle gives you access to hundreds of movies and TV shows, and it’s all available for free in US, Canada, UK and Australia. Crackle is adding 20 new TV episodes and movies each month, and it offers some original programming, too. Its library may not be as robust as the ones from Netflix, Hulu Plus or HBO go, but it’s free so nothing to complain about there.
DISH Anywhere (purchase - request)
- DISH is an Android app that is 50% iPhone! Confused? Well, let me clear it out for you, just like you can use the iPhone as a remote control, you can use the DISH app and your Android device as a remote for your DVR, you can search your TV guide, all of these plus the basic purpose of this app: to stream TV to on your phone. A really nice app, if you are into mobile TV, definitely give it a try!
Dopool TV (purchase - request)
- One of the biggest collections of online TV channels you can find, over 300 (yes, 300). What’s the catch, you ask? The catch is these are from China, so you might be interested in taking some courses before starting to watch them. Maybe in the future they will introduce English version, and by the looks of it, they will soon. However, many of the Chinese Android users will appreciate the existence of this application.
Eurosport Player (purchase - request)
- Eurosport Player is available in Europe as a subscription. If you already have subscribed to Eurosport Player, you can download the Android app.
You can watch football, tennis, motorsports, rugby, athletics, cycling, basketball, golf, Olympics, sailing, cricket, F1 live on your smartphones and tablets.
FUEL TV (purchase - request)
- All you sports fans out there, beware! FUEL TV is an Android app that allows you to watch 9 sport channels, read news, download ringtones or wallpapers, all of these via a free app from the Android Market. For all you skateboarding, snowboarding, motocross, surfing, BMX, rally car videos fans, FUEL TV will be a favorite!
HBO Go (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- You need to live in US to use HBO Go, and you also need to have a cable subscription to HBO. If you meet those requirements, then you’ll be able to use the HBO Go app for free, and watch all the good content you know and love from HBO on your Android device – most of them in HD.
Hulu Plus (purchase - request)
- Hulu Plus has always been right behind Netflix when it comes to watching shows online. It’s not as popular or as highly rated as Netflix, but it does have some shows that Netflix doesn’t, so make sure if you’re show is on either of them before choosing one. It has a free ad-based version, too, but it’s recommend to buy the Hulu Plus subscription to get all the latest shows and episodes.
IMDb Movies & TV (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- Of course, we can't forget about IMDb and its dedicated mobile app for Android. IMDb is the most reliable source of information when it comes to movies and TV shows. The IMDb Movies & TV app for Android allows you to search over 2 million movies and TV titles, complete with helpful reviews and ratings, to help you stay away from those boring duds. We personally love IMDb's high quality movie trailers and movie showtime schedules. You can also view TV listings for your own local time zone and watch recaps from previous shows. You can even search for DVD and Blu-ray titles by scanning a barcode or by taking cover art pictures. Sounds good does it?
In2Streams – Streaming TV (purchase - request)
- Did you know that you can actually watch any TV show on your Android device? Thanks to the In2Streams – Streaming TV app for Android, you can now gain access to all of your favorite TV shows in a snap. The app has over 5000 TV episodes ready for your viewing pleasure. The only downside is that you will be required to subscribe to In2Streams' service. The app, however, is free to download. If you've already tried the service on your computer, you'll easily see the many advantages of utilizing this app.
ITV Player (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- Catch-up on shows broadcast on ITV channels using your Android smartphone. There's unlimited viewing with the ITV Player app but you'll need a Wi-Fi connection to watch programmes.
Justin TV Broadcaster (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- If you are looking for an amazing app to help you stream live channels, nothing even comes close to what Justin ‘IV Broadcaster has to offer. The app establishes absolute ease of use and you can stream and watch live TV which makes it all the more interesting. The app has been designed so that it works best for 3G and V\?-Fi.
The app has a feature for sharing which allow users to easily share video content on Facebook or Twitter. Videos, even when they are streaming, can be shared in different media platforms. Another perk is the chat feature in which you can talk to hundreds of other app users. Justin TV Broadcaster can be downloaded from the Google Play market for free.
Live TV (Flash) obselute (purchase - request)
- If you are seeking an app where you can watch and stream European channels, Live TVFlash Obselute is just what you have been looking for. Not only does this app allow you to watch European channels for free, it provides support for back applications as well as an integrated menu.The app has a simple and effective interface. One can easily choose between the differentchannels that are available for streaming. The app is known to work perfectly with Wi-Fi and is available for download from the Google Play market.
Mera TV Live (purchase - request)
- For viewing Indian channels in particular, Mera ‘W Live is a great option. Using this app, you can view up to 80 channels with the most amazing shows. The app works perfectly with Wi-Fi and 3G networks. The best part is one does not need to install Adobe Flash Player for streaming channels. This app is available at Google market for free.
Netflix (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- Netflix has been one of the most wanted apps for Android, and for good reason. Netflix now is the most popular way to watch TV on Android or on pretty much any other connected device or platform. More people are using it every day, and it has become a real threat to the traditional content providers, especially now that they’ve started making their own shows, like House of Cards. To use the Netflix Android app, you’ll need an $8/month subscription, but the first 30 days are free.
ShowTimes – Series Guide (purchase- request)
- Surely, you don't want to miss a single episode of your favorite TV show. Whether it's Game of Thrones or Big Bang Theory, you can keep up using your Android device and the ShowTimes app. So what makes this app special? While it's not really an app that will allow you to stream shows, it's perfect for staying updated with the latest episodes released on TV. We just love the simplicity of the app. Navigation is easy and the relevant results are delivered blazing fast via the search feature. The ShowTimes app for Android also features a widget that will display your shows and add a reminder to your calendar. There's also a backup option to save your shows to your SD card.
Sky Go (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- SkyGo app for Android smartphones and tablets lets watch Live TV and a huge library of on demand content from Sky at no extra cost in line with your Sky TV subscription.
You can enjoy TV from Sky on Android device wherever you are in the Uinted Kingdom with a WiF, 3G or 4G connection. You can also download popular TV shows and movies via WiFi on your devices.
SlingPlayer (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- SlingPlayer turns your Android smartphone or tablet into a Television (TV). Flip through your local channels with the virtual remote control. Pause, fast-forward, rewind and even schedule DVR recordings. You can also Watch video on demand and pay-per-view programs.
SPB TV (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- SPB TV is a multi-platform app that lets you watch live TV shows from around the world, for free. With over 120 channels to choose from, this app is one of the best apps out there for watching your favorite TV shows. Navigating through the channels is simple and you can adjust the quality of the streams from high to low. SPB TV is also great for watching video on-demand TV shows. Other notable features include a wide selection of public channels, quick channel previews, fast channel switching, integrated TV guide, picture in picture mode, and on-screen controls. is a multi-platform app that lets you watch live TV shows from around the world, for free. With over 120 channels to choose from, this app is one of the best apps out there for watching your favorite TV shows. Navigating through the channels is simple and you can adjust the quality of the streams from high to low. SPB TV is also great for watching video on-demand TV shows. Other notable features include a wide selection of public channels, quick channel previews, fast channel switching, integrated TV guide, picture in picture mode, and on-screen controls.
Sprint TV (purchase - request)
- If you are a sport fanatic or movie buff, Sprint TV will come to you as nothing but a pleasant surprise. Allowing you to watch more than fifteen sport and movie channels, with Sprint ‘W you will never have to miss the most in-demand movies or sport tournaments. This app is available for a premium pack and one can get added channels for a small monthly fee. The picture quality delivered by this app is clear and you get to view everything using full screen as well. This app can be downloaded for free.
T-Mobile TV with Mobile HD (purchase - request)
- Want to see your desired programs on the go‘? T-mobile TV is just what you need. Available
in different packs, what gives this app an edge over others is that it allows you towatch more
channels than the rest. Here you will be able to ?nd all of your favorite channels and one can
get it for free from the Google Play store.
theChanner (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- Television from Blue Media is an Android app that allows you to watch over 40 full screen channels from all over the world. Although it doesn’t have a multitude of features, and it requires a one time payment of $3, you will have lots of channels at your fingertips, and that’s got to count for something, right? So go to the Android Market and give it a try. Better pay for something professional than wasting your time to find something cheap and reliable.
TV.com (purchase - request)
- You will love the cool TV.com app for Android. TV.com lets you access CBS TV channels like CNBC, CW, ET, CBS Showtime, CBS Sports, and CNET, without the painful subscription fees. The app essentially delivers the whole TV experience onto your Android smartphone or tablet. If you are looking for great shows including your favorite sitcoms, then the TV.com app is exactly what you need. The new version is now faster, with a newly improved layout design that provides easy access to a lot of your favorite TV episodes. And yes, the video quality is excellent as well. If you've got lots of time to kill, download the TV.com app for Android right now.
The TV.com app provides content mainly from the CBS, the CW, CNET, CBS News, CBS Sports channels, but there’s also content from ET and Showtime, and some older shows like MacGyver are also available. The app is also free, so expect to see some ads (no way around that, if you want to watch TV free on Android).
TV for Android (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- Watch TV on your Android device. Over 80 channels available, adding new channels weekly. Simple to use. Runs your web browser to connect you with TV channels database. Requires Flash Player installed on your device. It's a free download from the Marketplace. If you can't find Flash Player on the Marketplace, your device does not support flash. Channels are sorted into various categories.
TV Listings for Android (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- TV Listings for Android is a fast and easy app that will let you watch over 13,000 TV channels from the U.S. We love this app for its simple design and functionality. No complex UI here, only pure streaming. TV Listings for Android covers all types of shows – over the air, cable and satellite. Notable features include tabs, movie ratings, reminders, filtering, and searches. TV Listings for Android is a great app that will definitely turn your phone or tablet into a mobile TV.
Watch TV (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- This is an app that needs no introduction. Being the ultimate choice for many, it allows you to stream live channels on your Android device. More than 100 channels are supported but it does require an Adobe Flash Player. The app can be downloaded for free.
World Streaming TV (purchase - download from mobilism.org)
- The World Streaming TV app is sitting at the top spot on Google Play for the Video and Media apps category. The new version of the app has undergone multiple bug fixes and it should work smoothly on any Android smartphone and tablet. True to its name, the app has a huge list of channels for you to choose from, from more than 70 different countries. Now you can watch your favorite TV shows, matches, or world news, 24 hours a day. The user interface is simple enough to get used to in a matter of minutes. You can save your shows and channels by bookmarking them and you can also join the WSTV Community for suggestions and support.
Yamgo Free Mobile TV (purchase- request)
- With Yamgo you can watch TV on the go anywhere in the world. Catch up on the latest News at Breakfast, watch and listen to music videos whilst you’re waiting for a bus, plane or train and chill out in the evening with a wide selection of great entertainment and movie channels.
Zeebox (purchase - request)
- Zeebox is a free app for your Android smartphone that helps you discover, connect, share and interact while watching TV. It is currently available in UK, US and Australian.
You can not watch TV on Zeeboz but it enhances you TV watching experience. You can find the shows that everyone is talking about. You can chat with your Facebook Friends or Tweet your thoughts on what you are watching.
Watching TV on Android tablet or phone has never been easier, and as these web services become better, you’ll get access to even more content and quality shows in the future.
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