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How to Watch Philo on Apple TV

You can stream Philo on Apple TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming Philo using your Apple TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Apple TV while using Philo.


Philo

Philo is a live TV streaming service designed for entertainment lovers which includes 60+ channels for $28 per month. It’s an especially attractive option for fans of live TV who don’t watch sports. Your subscription includes ad-supported AMC+. Anyone can sign up for Philo's free service, which offers 80+ channels.

They have a single $28 plan with major channels from A&E Networks, AMC Networks, Discovery, Hallmark, and ViacomCBS. These include A&E, AMC, BET, Comedy Central, Discovery, HGTV, MTV, Nickelodeon, and Paramount Network. The service also has a Unlimited DVR, which now keeps your recordings for up to a year.

You’ll also get channels like Cooking Channel, Destination America, Discovery Family, Discovery Life, LOGO, and Nicktoons.

While it doesn’t include any local or sports channels like ESPN, FS1 or NBC Sports Network, it is the cheapest option for live entertainment-only TV.

Apple TV

Apple TV is a streaming device that can be used to watch Live TV Streaming Services and On Demand Streaming Services.

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Can you stream Philo on Apple TV?

How to Sign Up and Download Philo on Apple TV

  1. Click here to sign up for Philo.
  2. Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Apple TV.
  3. Launch the app store and search for “Philo” on your Apple TV. Alternatively, Click here to install the app.
  4. Select “Download” to install the app.
  5. Once installed, log in using your Philo credentials.
  6. You can now stream Philo on Apple TV.

How to Sign Up for Philo on Other Streaming Devices

If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use Philo on Amazon Fire TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.


What features are available on Philo?

Unlimited Cloud DVR

Philo has DVR storage, which lets you keep shows for . Those grandfathered on their legacy plans ($16 or $20 a month), will have their recordings stored for 30 Days.

You can only record an entire series, not a single episode. If you start recording after you tune into a channel, the recording will start from the beginning of the program.

While it’s still recording, you can watch from the beginning but you won’t be able to fast forward through commercials.

Up to 3 Devices

Philo allows you to stream on up to 3 devices simultaneously.

On Demand

There is a variety of on demand content to stream within the Philo app.

No Parental Controls

There are no parental controls for Philo.

Only DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu Live TV, and Sling TV have parental control features.


72-hour Rewind Feature

This feature allows you to watch shows that you didn’t record, for up to three days after it aired. This feature adds a lot of additional shows that aren’t normally available on demand.

DIRECTV STREAM Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $50 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for DIRECTV STREAM.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.

Sling TV Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $25 Uber Eats Gift Card when you sign up for Sling TV.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.

Hulu Live TV Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $35 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for Hulu Live TV.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.