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AudioBlog
by Jared West
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The first Android TV was announced in the year 2014. Since then, there have been several Android TV apps online for users to enjoy. If you have ever had the problem of choosing what Android TV apps to download, this article is what you need. Listed below for your reading pleasure from the research is a list of 20 best Android TV apps. You might need to download these apps when next you decide to have an Android TV app. Although some of these apps come with your device, some others might need to be installed by you. Get an Android TV and let’s get started.
As one of the most popular movies streaming apps, Netflix is one Android TV app to have. This TV has several movies, TV shows, and documentaries you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. It is also one of the cheapest video streaming apps online. To enjoy the many movies and videos on Netflix, a user must subscribe to their services. You download Netflix from the Google Play store if not found on your Android TV. Netflix is usually pre-installed on your Never tried Netflix before? You might be surprised by how much fun you would have while browsing through their many options.
As an alternative for compacting your media into a folder or an external device, Kodi is a media center application. Using Kodi, you can store your media from your Android TV in one central location. From this central location, you can access your media files remotely. Kodi supports almost any media files such as videos or audio files. The add-ons on Kodi also allows users stream videos from anywhere in the world. It has a lovely user interface which iseasy for users to navigate. You need to know that this app does not, but, offer content of its own. Rather, it allows you to gain access to your stored content.
Popular, free, and navigable, YouTube is the king of video content. As an Android app, users can with ease stream videos using their smartphones or tablets. Through YouTube, you can gain access to varying content. This can vary from entertainment shows, news, movies to music videos. You can also subscribe to certain channels for free. For more options, you can upgrade to the paid TV app known as YouTube TV. Through the paid app, you can access Top content from networks such as ESPN Network, Tennis Channel, Nat Geo Wild, Cartoon Network, Disney, Universal Kids, Comet, Bravo, Fox News, HLN, BBC America, and many more.
A lover of games? Twitch is the perfect app for gaming fans. This Android Tv app offers live content of Players. This app shows players (whether or not professional) showing their game play. Users of the app can post live streams of themselves playing different games. Would you like to unwind after that long day behind the desk? Download this app right now!
Pre-installed in phones and personal computers, Mx Player plays videos using codecs and with subtitles. With a friendly graphic interface which iseasy on the eyes, users can play videos uploaded from external hard drives. It is also free.
Like Kodi, Plex is a media center application. This app organizes your media files in a manner of hierarchy. Although not as powerful as Kodi, Plex has the advantage of automatically downloading:
a. subtitles
b. viewers feedback on service.
c. Metadata
d. And movie artwork
Plex is also free for users who cannot afford to use paid Android apps.
This streaming app connects to your local files on your Android device. To use this app, you have to:
a. Register on Kanopy
b. Have a local library card which the app can connect to.
Steam link allows you to stream your games from your PC to your Android device. You can also play games using this Android TV. To use this app:
a. Download from Google Play Store
b. Have a good internet connection
c. Stream your games directly to your Android TV app.
Lovers of music can definitely relate to this application. For music, Spotify is king. With Spotify on your smartphones, you can enjoy our music anytime and on any day. Although its basic features are free, its paid version offers more services. Some of which includes:
a. User tracking and feedback
b. No ads which are quitecommon to other Android TV apps
TV shows just better with this app. FYI is strictly for streaming of videos. Howbeit, the app requires that you have a cable connection on standby. It is free to use, does not support ads, and has a lovely interface.
Specially designed for Android TV, IFC TV allows users to watch their favorite videos from IFC on the Android devices. To enjoy the best features and videos from this TV, it is required that you have a cable login provider. Those with no cable login provider can also catch in on the fun although limited.
Asides from keeping you updated with the latest news, HayStack TV allows user to select their desired content. You can also select your sources from their list of options. Once this is done, HayStack TV stores this information and uses it to update you on the latest releases on a daily basis. They have so far listed over 100 local and international news stations for the pleasure of the users. Because of the method of disseminating information, HayStack TV was nominated for the “2017 Google Play Awards”. Since nominated for the best TV experience, Haystack TV has since grown in leaps and bounds.
Although not your traditional app, this browser adjusts to the screen of your phone after loading. You can also bookmark pages using QR codes. You would never get the feeling of using a web browser whilst using this site. This is because it has been designed with consideration to the user’s expected experience.
Do you know the VLC media player which can be on your personal computer? Well, it happens it is now available as an Android TV app. The app automatically organizes your media into videos and audios. If not pre-installed on your device, you can download from the Android TV Play Store.
Ever heard of a VPN application which gives you free 500MB data in a month? Nope. Yeah, I thought so too. This application also protects your personal information during use. You can browse the internet without having to worry about your personal information getting stolen.
Obviously, from its name, it is used to manage your files. You can also connect this application to a cloud drive service which allows users to transfer files from your personal computer to your Android TV.
The weather network is an application designed to give updates on weather information. Specially designed to work well with Android TV, there is a weather section to view the condition of the weather at your current location. There are a 36-hour and a 14-day weather forecast. Want an app to keep you updated about the weather condition before you dash out for the day, you might need to download it. You can download and install it at no cost.
Free and essential for the business world, CNBC specializes in content for the business and financial world. Updated for Android TV in April 2018, CNBC has taken the stride in the financial world through solid content. It is free to download and contains no ads.
On play store, NHL is the perfect app for lovers of sports. Watch your favorite teams play live on your Android TV. To enjoy the full features of this app, you have todownload its latest release which is not free. Users who choose touse the free version may not get the full experience.
Keep up-to-date with the latest images, GIF’s, and videos. Using this app, you can search for videos of your choice from their built-in search feature. It brings to your notice hot topics from subreddits which may probably interest you based on your search information. But, to use this app costs about $0.99.
Some of these Android Apps come pre-installed. If not pre-installed, download from the Google Play store or the Android Play Store. Know of any other Android TV application not listed above?
About Jared West
Jared's unique approach to audio writing involves meticulously crafting intricate sound designs that serve as the foundation for his narratives. Through careful selection and manipulation of sound effects, ambient noise, and music, he weaves together a tapestry of auditory sensations that bring his stories to life.
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