How to Watch Sling TV on Android TV
You can stream Sling TV on Android TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming Sling TV using your Android TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Android TV while using Sling TV.
Sling TV
Sling TV is a live TV streaming service that helps users save money with the option of two distinct plans. The $40/month “Sling Orange” plan offers about 30 channels, including Disney Channel and ESPN. The $40/month “Sling Blue” plan offers about 40 channels, including Fox and NBC local channels.
Android TV
Android 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 Sling TV on Android TV?
How to Sign Up and Download Sling TV on Android TV
Sling TV is available natively using Android TV (5.0+). Additionally, you may be able to stream to your Android TV through Google Cast.
Sling TV app on Android TV
- Click here to sign up for Sling TV.
- Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Android TV.
- Launch the app store and search for “Sling TV” on your Android TV. Alternatively, Click here to install the app.
- Select “Download” to install the app.
- Once installed, log in using your Sling TV credentials.
- You can now stream Sling TV on Android TV.
Google Cast
- Click here to sign up for Sling TV.
- Install the Sling TV iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
- Once installed, log in using your Sling TV credentials.
- Make sure your streaming device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android Phone/Tablet or iPhone/iPad.
- Start playing the content in the Sling TV app and select the Google Cast icon.
- Choose your Android TV and it will start displaying on your streaming device.
How to Sign Up for Sling TV on Other Streaming Devices
If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use Sling TV on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, Xbox, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
What features are available on Sling TV?
50 hours Cloud DVR
Sling TV includes 50 hours of recording space with each subscription. While it is not as much as most other services, it will automatically delete the oldest watched shows, so it can continue to record the latest shows scheduled to be recorded.
For $/month, you can include a cloud DVR with of recording space.
Sling TV has the most full-featured DVR of any of the streaming services. You can record individual episodes, all episodes of a series, or only new episodes of a series. You can also protect recordings to keep them indefinitely. If you cancel your service, Sling will keep your recording for up to 30 days in case you decide to return to the service.
Up to 4 Devices
“Sling Orange” ($40) lets you stream on 1 device at a time. “Sling Blue” ($40) allows for 3 simultaneous streams (among TV devices, smartphones, tablets, and computers).
If you subscribe to both plans, you can stream on up to 4 devices for content that is offered on both plans.
20 TV Everywhere Apps
Sling TV gives you access to 20 different TV Everywhere apps.
On Demand
A majority of channels offer on demand content, but you can’t skip or fast-forward through the content.
Parental Controls
In Sling TV settings, you can restrict content playback based on content ratings.
DIRECTV STREAM and Hulu Live TV also have parental control features.
International Channels Feature
Sling TV offers international content from Mexico, China, India, Brazil, and other countries, starting at $5/month.
NFL RedZone Feature
The () add-on for “Sling Blue” includes NFL RedZone.
Video Controls Restricted Feature
When watching some programming on Sling, you may not be able to pause, fast-forward, or rewind. This setback sometimes appears at random, which can be frustrating.