Vizio TVs are known to come with SmartCast streaming service pre-installed, along with a list of other streaming apps. As a Vizio TV owner, you might be wondering if your TV supports Philo.
In this article, we will understand if Philo is compatible with Vizio TVs and how to get it on your TV.
What is Philo?
Philo is a streaming service that offers live TV package that includes 60+ live channels at a low price of $25 a month.
This service is among the cheapest streaming platforms available on the market for viewers of many popular live TV channels such as Comedy Central, Cooking Channel, MTV, BET, AMC, Nickelodeon, Nicktoons, Paramount Network, and so on.
The down side to Philo is the lack of sports channels. But this is not a big deal for movie viewers since there is a wide range of options, ranging from sitcoms, dramas to unscripted live TV like MTV.
Does Vizio TV Have Philo?
Currently, Vizio Smart TV does not support Philo. Philo, the streaming service, is not yet available on Vizio’s platform.
Please note that, as of now, you won’t be able to access Philo directly through your Vizio TV. But you can get Philo on Vizio TV using a supported streaming service like Roku or Amazon Fire TV Stick.
How to Get Philo on Vizio TV
Follow your preferred method below to use Philo on your Vizio Smart TV.
1. Use a Supported Streaming Device
The first method to install Philo on your Vizio TV is to use a supported streaming device. This means you’ll have to get a Roku, Amazon Fire TV Stick or Apple TV and connect it to your TV.
All you have to do is search for Philo on the streaming device of your choice and install the app. Here’s how:
On Roku
- First, press the Home button on your Roku remote.
- Next, select the Search option in the upper-left corner of the screen.
- In the search field, type in “philo” and then select Philo in the search results.
- Finally, select Add channel.
On Fire TV
- Press the Home button on your Fire TV remote.
- Next, select the search icon in the center of the screen.
- In the search bar, type “Philo” and then select Philo in the Apps & Games row.
- Finally, select Download.
On Apple TV
- First, open the App Store.
- Next, select the search icon at the top of the page and type “Philo.”
- Finally, select the download link to install.
On laptops, you’ll need to use a supported browser like Google Chrome, Apple Safari, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
2. Cast Philo on Vizio TV
Another option to stream Philo on your Vizio Smart TV is to cast or mirror from a mobile device or computer to your TV. Since the Philo app is available for both iOS and Android devices, you can stream content from your smartphone or tablet and mirror it to your Vizio TV. Here’s how:
- First, download the Philo app on your Smartphone.
- Next, log in to your account or Sign up and subscribe to a package.
- Now, make sure your Vizio TV and Smartphone are connected to the same WiFi network.
- On the Philo app, choose a channel you’ll like to watch and select Play.
- On the media player screen, click on the cast icon and choose your Vizio TV.
The content should now be cast to your Vizio TV. You can also use a laptop, like a Windows PC or Mac, and then connect it to your Vizio TV using a HDMI cable.
Channels on Philo
A&E, AccuWeather Network, AMC, American Heroes Channel, Animal Planet, aspireTV, AXS TV, BBC America, BBC World News, BET, BET Her, Catchy Comedy, Cheddar News, Cleo TV, CMT, Comedy Central, Cooking Channel, Crackle, Crime-Investigation, Deck the Hallmark, Destination America, Discovery Channel, Discovery Family, Discovery Life, FETV, Food Network, FYI, Game Show Network, GetTV, Great American Family, Great American Living, Gusto TV, Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Drama, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Heroes & Icons, HGTV, History, IFC, INSP, Investigation Discovery, KIN, Law & Crime, Lifetime, LMN, Pet Collective, Logo, Magnolia Network, MeTV, Motor Trend, MTV, MTV Classic, MTV Live, MTV2, Nick Jr., Nickelodeon, Nicktoons, Oprah Winfrey Network, Paramount Network, PlayersTV, pocket.watch, USA Today, Pop TV, RetroCrush, REVOLT, Revry, Ryan and Friends, Science Channel, Smithsonian Channel, Start TV, Story Television, Sundance TV, Tastemade, TeenNick, TLC, Travel Channel, TV Land, TV One, UPtv, VH1, Vice, WE tv
Final Thoughts
While Philo does not have a dedicated app for Vizio TVs, there are other ways to stream its content. By using streaming devices or utilizing casting and screen mirroring features, Vizio TV owners can still enjoy Philo’s extensive selection of entertainment and lifestyle channels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What TVs does Philo work on?
Philo works on Android TVs with version 5.0 or higher. If you own an Android Smart TV, you can install the Philo app from the Google Play Store.
Which smart TVs have Philo app?
Philo launched its first native TV app on Samsung TVs. This means owners of Samsung Smart TVs sold from 2017 on can now download the app on their TV.
Where is Philo on my smart TV?
You can find Philo in the apps section of your Smart TV. You can also use the search option on your TV to type “Philo” and then select Philo in the search results.
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