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How to Install Amazon Prime Video on Google TV

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6 months ago

May 24, 2023

Amazon Prime Video is a must-have entertainment app that has a diverse content library. Amazon Prime Video is available on the integrated Play Store of your Google TV with Chromecast. You can watch Amazon Originals, blockbuster movies, fan-favorite TV shows, live sports, and documentaries on this streaming service with a subscription. Prime Video also allows you to create a personalized profile so that each member of your family can have a personalized viewing experience based on their content preference.

Apart from these features, Prime Video also has in-built Chromecast support, which allows you to cast content from mobile devices directly to your Google TV. You can search and install the app on your Google TV and start exploring what Prime Video has to offer.

What’s on Amazon Prime Video?

Download videos to watch offline and enjoy them anytime, anywhere.
Seamless multitasking with Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode allows you to continue watching while interacting with other apps or websites.
Rent or buy new-release movies and popular TV shows.
Create personalized entertainment experiences with multi-user profiles.
Dive deeper into movies and TV shows with exclusive X-Ray access powered by IMDb.
Resume watching from where you left across any device.
Join or create a watch party to have a chat while watching content with others.

Amazon Prime Video Plans & Pricing

Amazon Prime is a premium streaming platform. You can’t use the platform for free.

Amazon Prime Membership:

$14.99 per month
$139 per year

Prime Video Membership:

$8.99 per month

Amazon Prime Student Membership (Visit www.amazon.com/joinstudent):

$7.49 per month
$69 per year

You will get a 30-day free trial if you are a new user.

1 Visit www.amazon.com or open the Amazon mobile app.

2. Create an Amazon account or sign in to your existing account.

3. Go to Account & Lists and select Prime Video.

4. Choose a free trial or subscription option.

5. Enter your payment details and confirm your subscription.

6. Complete the payment and start streaming Prime Video’s content.

How to Install Prime Video on Google TV from Play Store

You will find Amazon Prime on your Google TV Play Store officially, and to install it,

1. Press the Assistant button on the remote and say Amazon Prime Video. Connect the remote to your Google TV and make sure it is paired.

2. Select the Amazon Prime Video app from the search result.

3. Click Install to add the application to your Google TV.

How to Activate Amazon Prime Video on Google TV [primevideo.com/ontv/devices]

1. Launch the Prime Video app on your Chromecast with Google TV.

2. Click the Register on the Amazon Website to get the activation code. If you want to sign in with your account, click the Sign In and Start Watching button.

3. Enter the activation code and the necessary login details if prompted.

4. Click the Register Device button and load the channel on your Google TV.

Can I Cast Amazon Prime to Google TV?

Yes. If you want, you can cast the app to your Google TV using the built-in Cast feature.

1. Connect Android/iOS smartphone and Google TV to the WIFI connection.

2. Install the Amazon Prime app on your smartphone from Google Play Store or App Store.

3. Launch the Amazon Prime app on your device and log in.

4. Choose to play a title and click on the Cast icon.

5. Select your Google TV name and watch the content on your TV.

If you are using iPhone or iPad, you can use the AirPlay option on your Google Smart TV to cast the media content.

To Cast from Google Browser:
- Visit the official website of Amazon Prime from the Chrome browser on your PC. Log in and choose content to play.
- Select the Cast icon from the media playback screen.
- Choose your Google TV and watch the same content on TV.
To Cast from Microsoft Edge Browser:
- Those watching Amazon Prime on PC via the Microsoft Edge browser can select Three vertical dot icons > Choose More Tools > Select Cast media to device > Tap on your Google TV.

Can I Sideload Amazon Prime

Yes. You can sideload Amazon Prime as an Apk file using the Downloader app on Chromecast with Google TV. For this to work, you have to enable Unknown Sources on the TV Settings as the pre-requisite.

Compatible TVs

The following are the TV brands that manufacture Google TV, and upon purchasing it, one can install/watch Amazon Prime video on the TV.

Hisense Google TV
Sony Google TV
TCL Google TV

Is Amazon Prime Geo-Restricted Accessible Outside USA

No. Amazon Prime isn’t geo-restricted, and you can access it from anywhere without limitations. However, if you are looking for improved security or privacy while streaming Amazon Prime, you can rely on the best VPN for Google TV, such as ExpressVPN or NordVPN.

Can I Cancel my Amazon Prime Subscription

To cancel your Amazon Prime subscription, log in to your Amazon account, go to Account & List, select Your Prime Membership, click on End Membership and Benefits, and follow the prompts to cancel. You may be asked to provide a reason for canceling. Once confirmed, your membership will be canceled.

If you still have a billing period remaining, then you can access the service until the end of the billing period. There is no refund or return policy available from Philo as of now.

Customer Support

In unfortunate cases, Amazon Prime Video may not work on Google TV. The cause may vary, and it can be fixed upon performing basic troubleshooting. However, when they don’t give you a hand, you may reach out to Amazon Prime customer support via the Contact Us form for general and technical help.

Upon following the instructions, you may be able to stream Prime Video on Chromecast with Google TV without issues.