Android TV: Setting up IPTV - how to stream

The Android TV smart TV platform developed by Google allows you to download and use apps to stream videos and games through your TV. To use the apps, you need to sign in to Google Play with a Google account. From the store, you will then get the apps.

How to set up IPTV on your Android TV

With Internet Protocol Television (IPTV), you have the ability to stream various movies and programs directly to your TV. Before you can download a suitable app, you must first set up IPTV.

1. The first thing you need to do is download an "IPTV M3U" file. To do this, search the Internet for a reputable site and then download the file. Be aware that you may download malware with unserious websites.
2. Install a suitable file manager on your Android TV.
3. In addition, you need a player, such as the free VLC Player.
4. Open the M3U file via the file manager on your Android TV, which you can play with your VLC player.
5. To switch between different channels, you need to click on the playlist icon, which is located in the upper right. Usually, this way you will receive all the channels you want.
6. Alternatively, you can also install various apps for video-on-demand providers via Android TV and thus access a large number of movies and series.