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XFINITY Instant TV is discontinued and no longer available for new sign-ups.

How to Watch XFINITY Instant TV on Sony Smart TV

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


XFINITY Instant TV

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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 XFINITY Instant TV on Sony Smart TV?

How to Sign Up and Download XFINITY Instant TV on Sony Smart TV

Unfortunately, XFINITY Instant TV is not currently available natively using Sony Smart TV. XFINITY Instant TV may launch a native app for Sony Smart TV in the future, but for now you can only stream using Apple AirPlay (2019+ models) or Google Cast (2019+ models).

You can still sign up for XFINITY Instant TV and use it on other devices like Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.

Apple AirPlay

  1. Click here to sign up for XFINITY Instant TV.
  2. Install the XFINITY Instant TV iPhone/iPad app.
  3. Once installed, log in using your XFINITY Instant TV credentials.
  4. Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone/iPad.
  5. Start playing the content in the XFINITY Instant TV app and select the AirPlay icon.
  6. 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

  1. Click here to sign up for XFINITY Instant TV.
  2. Install the XFINITY Instant TV iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
  3. Once installed, log in using your XFINITY Instant TV credentials.
  4. Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android Phone/Tablet or iPhone/iPad.
  5. Start playing the content in the XFINITY Instant TV app and select the Google Cast icon.
  6. Choose your Sony Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.

How to Sign Up for XFINITY Instant TV on Other Streaming Devices

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


What features are available on XFINITY Instant TV?

20 hours Cloud DVR

XFINITY Instant TV has 20 hours DVR storage.

Up to 2 Devices

XFINITY Instant TV allows you to stream on up to 2 devices simultaneously.

TV Everywhere Apps

Similar to traditional cable and satellite subscriptions, XFINITY Instant TV includes “TV Everywhere” logins for many channels it offers.

On Demand

There is a variety of on demand content to stream within the XFINITY Instant TV app.

No Parental Controls

There are no parental controls for XFINITY Instant TV.

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

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.