/ Jun 30, 2022, 5:33 PM UTC| Comcast’s Xfinity Stream app on Apple TV Image: Comcast Comcast’s Xfinity Stream app replaced the old Xfinity TV setup in 2017, allowing cable TV subscribers (who haven’t cut the cord yet) to pull up live channels, DVR content, and on-demand video, and now it’s available in the App Store on Apple TV boxes. Comcast and Apple announced a deal last October to make this happen, as well as an Apple TV Plus app for Comcast’s X1 platform, which launched in March for compatible cable boxes, Xfinity Flex, and XClass Smart TVs. Other platforms with the Xfinity Stream app include Roku, Amazon Fire, LG smart TVs, and Samsung smart TVs. Comcast senior VP of strategic development Michael DelCiello said in a statement that “With today’s launch of the Stream app on Apple TV, our customers now have a new device option for accessing their Xfinity TV subscription in the home, and they will be the first to enjoy a new, streamlined UI designed to make it easier to find something to watch – whether that means getting back to a favorite show or movie, or finding something new.” Whether or not that UI is streamlined enough is open for debate, and we’re always looking for a better way to binge-watch. This is what Comcast says you need to be able to use the Xfinity Stream app:
Xfinity TV app on Apple TV setting up DVR recording Image: Comcast It’s almost hard to remember back to 2014 when rumors flew about Comcast and Apple talking about an internet TV service partnership, followed by rumors of a falling out that could’ve seen Apple launch a 25-channel bundle on its own. And we can’t even get into Tru2way and the open cable box dream that never was. Now, both have their own smart TV streaming boxes, offer subscription TV services over the internet, and are working together to promote them. Imagine that. Disclosure: Comcast, which owns NBCUniversal, is also an investor in Vox Media, The Verge’s parent company. Most Popular
Does Xfinity flex get Apple TV?With today's launch, Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD customers can now enjoy their favorite shows and movies from Xfinity Stream alongside the device's other streaming apps, including the Apple TV app to watch Apple TV+ award-winning originals, as well as Apple Music, Apple Arcade, and Apple Fitness+.
Is there an Apple TV App for Xfinity?The Xfinity Stream app works on any Apple TV device that supports tvOS version 15 or later, including: Apple TV 4K (2021) Apple TV 4K (2017) Apple TV HD (2015)
How do I add Apple TV app to Xfinity?Get the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app on your smart TV or streaming device. Go to your device's app store and search for the Apple TV app or Apple TV+ app. If you don't see the app that you're looking for, check your device's compatibility. ... . Download the app.. Open the app and follow the instructions to complete setup.. Is Apple TV free on Xfinity Flex?Users who have not previously subscribed to Apple TV+ will be offered a three-month free trial upon signing in on their Xfinity device for the first time.
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