How to Watch Max on Sony Smart TV
You can stream Max on Sony Smart TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming Max using your Sony Smart TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Sony Smart TV while using Max.
Max
Max is a subscription video streaming service that gives access to the full HBO library, along with exclusive Max Originals. There are hubs for content from TLC, HGTV, Food Network, Discovery, TCM, Cartoon Network, Travel Channel, ID, and more. Watch hit series like “The Last of Us,” “House of the Dragon,” “Succession,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and more. The service changed its name from “HBO Max” on May 23, 2023.
Sony Smart TV
Sony Smart TV can be used to watch Live TV Streaming Services and On Demand Streaming Services.
Can you stream Max on Sony Smart TV?
How to Sign Up and Download Max on Sony Smart TV
Max 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).
Max app on Sony Smart TV
- Click here to sign up for Max.
- Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Sony Smart TV.
- Launch the app store and search for “Max” on your Sony Smart TV. Alternatively, Click here to install the app.
- Select “Download” to install the app.
- Once installed, log in using your Max credentials.
- You can now stream Max on Sony Smart TV.
Apple AirPlay
- Click here to sign up for Max.
- Install the Max iPhone/iPad app.
- Once installed, log in using your Max credentials.
- Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone/iPad.
- Start playing the content in the Max 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 Max.
- Install the Max iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
- Once installed, log in using your Max 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 Max 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 Max on Other Streaming Devices
If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use Max 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 Max?
Up to 5 Profiles
Max will allow you up to profiles and lets you choose a unique color for each one.
Parental Controls
For kids, you can create specific profiles. They will limit the content that the child sees, but also will 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+, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Peacock, SHOWTIME, and STARZ also have parental control features.
Up to 3 Devices
Max allows you to stream up to three different devices at the same time.
Offline Downloads
Max allows you to download your favorite shows and movies to tablet and mobile devices on the ad-free tiers. You will have to refresh content every 30 days.
If you have the ad-free plan, you can download 30 titles. With ultimate ad-free, you can download 100.
Offline downloads aren’t available to those with Max With Ads.
International Access
Originals
Max includes all originals shows that air on HBO like “Westworld,” “Succession,” “Euphoria,” “Barry,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and “Watchmen” — as well as originals that are only available to Max subscribers.
TV Shows
One of the big draws to Max is that it is the exclusive home to classic comedies like Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and The Fresh Prince of Bel Air. Joining them will be The West Wing and streaming access to BBC shows like Doctor Who, Top Gear, and Luther.
The service has also snagged the rights to CW shows like Pretty Little Liars, Batwoman, and Riverdale spinoff Katy Keene.
Movies
Max is home to films released by Warner Bros., usually arriving on the platform 45 days from their theatrical debut.
You’ll see superhero films featuring Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman. You’ll also get Scorsese and Kubrick films like “Goodfellas,” “The Departed,” “The Shining,” “A Clockwork Orange,” and “2001: A Space Odyssey.”
Thanks to the studio’s history, you’ll also have access to all-time classics like “Casablanca,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “Seven Samurai,” and “Citizen Kane.”
For Japanese film lovers, Max has acquired the exclusive U.S. streaming rights to all Studio Ghibli films like “Spirited Away.”
Kids
Max does offer some kids content, but it’s not as comprehensive as something like Disney+ or Netflix. It currently holds classic cartoons like “The Looney Tunes Show.”
Older kids may enjoy “Justice League,” “Batman: The Animated Series,” “Aqua Teen Hunger Force,” and “Samurai Jack.”