If you have a smart TV that runs the official Android TV operating system, Netflix probably has you covered. Many smart TV’s already have Netflix included. Major manufacturers even have a “Netflix Recommended TV” logo that they put on their marketing materials and even the box.
When we were researching we ran into the query “Can I stream Netflix on my Android TV box?”.
You see, Netflix will happily stream standard definition video to pretty much any device. However, in order to stream HD or 4K content, Netflix has to certify the device. The first requirement is that the Android TV box supports Google Widevine Level 1 DRM.
The next thing we asked ourselves was; is the Netflix app for Android compatible with my Android device?
The most recent version of the Netflix app for Android is not compatible with every Android device running Android 5.0 (Lollipop). If you downloaded the Netflix app from the Playstore and saw a message directing you to install an earlier compatible version, you can download the latest compatible Netflix app here.
If you see a message on your Android TV that says This version of Netflix app is not compatible with your device. (-13) It typically points to information stored on your device that needs to be refreshed. Follow the troubleshooting steps below to resolve the issue.
Does Netflix block rooted Android TV boxes?
Back in 2017, Netflix confirmed that new versions of their Android app would block rooted devices. With version 5 of their app, they’ve put an increased focus on Google’s Widevine DRM platform. The community has since found workarounds, but it’s obvious that Netflix hasn’t been too kind to Android TV box users over the past few years.
Does android tv support sling?
You can watch Sling TV content on Android for free. This is a reduced version of the service compared to those with an active paid subscription. However, free users can also opt to pay for events and movies on an individual basis without signing up. The free version of Sling TV is available on most Android devices, including Android TV devices.
How do I get Sling TV on my Android TV?
Just download the Sling TV app from the Google Play Store onto your smartphone or smart TV, sign in to your account, and get watching. Android makes smart technology that’s meant to make your life easier, and streaming Sling TV on your Android device is an easy and smart way to watch TV online.
Which Slingplayer Android apps are no longer supported?
Effective December 2019, Slingbox is ending support for several Sling. Player Android apps: Sling. Player Free for Tablet, Sling. Player for Phone (Paid) and Sling. Player for Tablet (Paid). These apps have been removed from the Google Play Store.
Can I still use Slingplayer on Amazon Fire TV devices?
You can still use the Sling. Player app on Amazon Fire TV devices. We apologize for the inconvenience.