How to Watch Philo on VIZIO Smart TV

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

Can you stream Philo on VIZIO Smart TV?

How to Sign Up and Download Philo on VIZIO Smart TV

Philo is available natively using VIZIO Smart TV. Additionally, you may be able to stream to your VIZIO Smart TV through Google Cast (2016+ models).

Philo app on VIZIO Smart TV

Click here to sign up for Philo.
Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your VIZIO Smart TV.
Launch the app store and search for “Philo” on your VIZIO Smart TV.
Select “Add to Home” to install the app.
Once installed, log in using your Philo credentials.
You can now stream Philo on VIZIO Smart TV.

Google Cast

Click here to sign up for Philo.
Install the Philo iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
Once installed, log in using your Philo 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 Philo app and select the Google Cast icon.
Choose your VIZIO Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.

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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.

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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.

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$28+ / month

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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, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, and Sony 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.

33 TV Everywhere Apps

Philo gives you access to 33 different TV Everywhere apps.

List of Compatible Apps

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.

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