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#302704 13-Dec-2022 09:54

Stream Freeview - Freeview (freeviewnz.tv) and How do I get Freeview Streaming TV? - Freeview (freeviewnz.tv)

Freeview Streaming TV is rolling out across the most popular Smart TVs from December 2022.

The app is available on 2018+ Samsung and LG Smart TVs, as well as on Sony, TCL, Philips, Panasonic Smart TVs running Android OS 8.0+. It's also arriving on non-Android 2017+ Panasonic Smart TVs from early 2023.

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#3009355 13-Dec-2022 10:07

Would this also be coming to Chromecast with Google TV?

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#3009356 13-Dec-2022 10:08

I have asked them about Chromecast and Fire TV.

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#3009701 14-Dec-2022 06:22

Doesn't seem to be on the LG app store on my 2021 LG NANO80 tv.

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#3009703 14-Dec-2022 07:01

Apple TV?

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#3009707 14-Dec-2022 07:27

FireTV would be awesome

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#3009723 14-Dec-2022 08:35

I dont get why they dont just make it available to all android TV devices in general rather than still restricting it to certain devices.

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#3009985 14-Dec-2022 15:50

Wow, it's like they've done a course on how to make the setup process as aggravating as possible. I gave up after the third demand to sign in.

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#3009988 14-Dec-2022 16:07

Why don't thy just release it on the app stores? To only have it on Smart TVs, which lose their 'smart features' over time is crazy IMO. At least with a Apple TV, Chrome Cast Google TV, or Fire TV, everyone can access the app at an affordable price. Many older LCD TVs can then still be used, and won't end up in landfills.

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#3010020 14-Dec-2022 20:14

I can confirm its blocked from Nvidia Shield pro 2019.

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#3010036 14-Dec-2022 21:06

doesn't work on Mi Box S or Mi TV Stick (which are essentially pure android TV devices).
Lets you install the app but when opened you get the message "Your Device Is Not Supported"

Uninstall worked without a hitch. 😂

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#3010128 15-Dec-2022 09:35

The official press release:

Exciting changes are taking place at Freeview, with the arrival of the new Freeview Streaming TV app. Kiwi viewers can now stream the television and radio channels they know and love, all for free.

Freeview General Manager, Leon Mead says the move comes as part of a refocus by Freeview on Live TV, making free-to-air more accessible than it has ever been.

“With more and more people choosing to stream content on their TVs, it was the logical next step to make Freeview available via streaming. Free-to-air TV is as relevant now as ever and it's vital that Kiwis of all ages can access essential, reliable, local programming free of charge. We are proud to be making this possible with our new Streaming TV app.”

Fifteen channels are a part of the initial rollout, including TVNZ 1, TVNZ 2, Three, Bravo, Whakaata Māori, Prime, Shine, RNZ National and RNZ Concert. Additional channels are expected to arrive in the near future, adding to the diverse range of content to inform and entertain New Zealanders.

Just like how we’ve always watched TV, Freeview's Streaming TV app allows viewers to channel surf and browse their favourite television and radio stations, without the need for an aerial or satellite dish.

“At Freeview, we’re proud to keep Kiwis connected in moments that galvanise our nation. A personal favourite being the historic win from the Black Ferns, which aired on Three. Plus, by providing easy access to quality news and journalism we foster trust and social cohesion,” says Mead.

“With an ever-increasing number of apps and streaming platforms, we’re also glad to offer a service where Kiwis can sit back, relax and enjoy watching TV without decision fatigue.”

The Freeview Streaming TV app is available across a wide range of Freeview-approved Smart TVs, including most new Smart TVs and many of those released in the past 4-5 years. It’s also preinstalled on SmartVU devices, which can be connected to almost any TV via HDMI so viewers can stream Live TV channels, even on older sets.

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#3010129 15-Dec-2022 09:36

I asked Freeview about Chromecast, Fire TV and other devices - this is their reply:

The app is being rolled out across a wide range of Freeview-approved devices, we may look to extend the app onto more of those approved devices following the initial push. It's worth noting that the initial push already makes the app available on majority of Freeview-approved devices capable of supporting it. We are also very much focused on making the app available on Freeview-approved devices, which do not include Fire TV or Chromecast.

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#3010150 15-Dec-2022 10:16

Bah.

The telcos pushed hard to not become bit pipes, burned a whole load of cash and ended up becoming bit pipes for other companies that people actually want.

I don’t want a Freeview app, but I will happily consume via apple google or Amazon apps - they are doing it better. So only a matter of time.

Even the radio stations figured out it’s better to work with iheart, tunein and Spotify

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#3010167 15-Dec-2022 11:02

We are also very much focused on making the app available on Freeview-approved devices, which do not include Fire TV or Chromecast.

Well that is a bit poor

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#3010249 15-Dec-2022 12:51

And they don't make it easy to contact themselves do they?

Thought I'd complain about it not being available for all Android TV devices, given that ThreeNow, TVNZ+ and Maori+ all mange to do so without issue, but all of the "contact us for more info" links just goes into one big circle. Eventually logged a technical fault. Will see if I get a response.

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