How to Watch HBO NOW on Sony Smart TV
You can stream HBO NOW on Sony Smart TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming HBO NOW using your Sony Smart TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Sony Smart TV while using HBO NOW.
HBO NOW
HBO NOW is a subscription video streaming service that gives access to content on HBO without the need of a cable subscription. With your subscription, you’ll get access to all of their current originals like Succession, Westworld, Barry, Curb Your Enthusiasm, True Detective, as well as their critically acclaimed catalog like The Sopranos, The Wire, Game of Thrones, and Veep.
Sony Smart TV
Sony Smart TV can be used to watch Live TV Streaming Services and On Demand Streaming Services.
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Can you stream HBO NOW on Sony Smart TV?
How to Sign Up and Download HBO NOW on Sony Smart TV
HBO NOW is available natively using Sony Smart TV. Additionally, you may be able to stream to your Sony Smart TV through Apple AirPlay (2019+ models) or Google Cast (2019+ models).
HBO NOW app on Sony Smart TV
- Click here to sign up for HBO NOW.
- Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Sony Smart TV.
- Launch the app store and search for “HBO NOW” on your Sony Smart TV.
- Select “Download” to install the app.
- Once installed, log in using your HBO NOW credentials.
- You can now stream HBO NOW on Sony Smart TV.
Apple AirPlay
- Click here to sign up for HBO NOW.
- Install the HBO NOW iPhone/iPad app.
- Once installed, log in using your HBO NOW credentials.
- Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone/iPad.
- Start playing the content in the HBO NOW app and select the AirPlay icon.
- Choose your Sony Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.
If you have a compatible TV and you don’t see AirPlay as an option, make sure you update to the latest Sony Smart TV firmware.
Google Cast
- Click here to sign up for HBO NOW.
- Install the HBO NOW iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
- Once installed, log in using your HBO NOW credentials.
- Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android Phone/Tablet or iPhone/iPad.
- Start playing the content in the HBO NOW app and select the Google Cast icon.
- Choose your Sony Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.
How to Sign Up for HBO NOW on Other Streaming Devices
If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use HBO NOW on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
What features are available on HBO NOW?
Single Profile Only
As of now, HBO NOW doesn’t have profiles for different members of your family.
Parental Controls
HBO has general parental controls where you can disallow playback of certain types of shows and movies by rating. To activate, you will set a PIN, which will allow you to unlock or change the restrictions.
Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, and STARZ also have parental control features.
Up to 3 Devices
HBO NOW allows you to stream up to three different devices at the same time.
No Offline Mode
HBO NOW doesn’t offer offline downloads if you purchase it directly or through Amazon Prime Video Channels or The Roku Channel. However, if you subscribe using Apple TV Channels, you will be able to download HBO content offline.
No International Access
HBO NOW does not allow access to the service outside the United States. If you subscribe via Apple TV Channels, you can watch offline content on your mobile device.
Originals
HBO NOW includes all originals shows that air on HBO like Westworld, Succession, Euphoria, Barry, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Watchmen.
You will need to upgrade to HBO Max to see their additional original shows like the TV series based on Dune, an Anna Kendrick comedy Love Life, and The Flight Attendant starring The Big Bang Theory’s Kaley Cuoco.
TV Shows
HBO NOW also has a deep library of all the top-rated shows from the HBO catalog. That means you can watch The Sopranos, The Wire, Deadwood, Entourage, Veep, and Game of Thrones.
If you upgrade to HBO Max, which will launch next Spring, they will carry a library of favorites like Friends, The Big Bang Theory, The West Wing, and Fresh Prince of Bel Air.
Movies
While their movie catalog isn’t as large as Amazon or Netflix, they have the deepest catalog when it comes to films that recently appeared in the theaters. Because of deals with Warner Bros., Universal, and Dreamworks — most non-Disney films that appear in theaters will come to HBO 7-8 months after they are released.
Kids
HBO is the home to Sesame Street. While this will move to HBO Max next year, right now — it’s the only place to see the latest Sesame Street episodes. Those episodes will eventually appear on PBS, but not until six months after they air on HBO.