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How to Install MX Player on Google TV

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5 months ago

June 26, 2023

If you’re looking for an alternative to VLC Media Player for streaming devices, you must try MX Player. The MX Player app is officially available on the Play Store for users to add the app to their Google TV. With the MX Player, users can access the wide range of free content available on the streaming service. For an ad-free streaming experience, you can subscribe to an MX Gold subscription and watch international shows and download content for offline viewing.

The user-friendly interface of the app helps users to navigate and discover content available on the service easily. MX Player smartphone app also has in-built Chromecast support to cast the content to your TV.

MX Player Plans & Pricing

The subscription to MX Player is free of cost for general usage, but to access ad-free international shows and the ability to download shows for offline viewing, you need to select one of the below plans.

Subscription Plan	Duration	Cost (INR)
Annual	1 year	₹899
Quarterly	3 months	₹299

How to Install MX Player on Google TV from Play Store

You will find the MX Player on your Google TV Play Store officially, and to install it,

1. Select the Search icon on the Google TV Home to search for the MX Player. Make sure that the remote is paired with Google TV.

2. Select the MX Player app from the search result.

3. Click Install to get the app on your Google TV.

1. Launch the app on your Chromecast with Google TV to get the activation code.

2. Visit the MX Player activation website [www.mxplayer.in/tv-login] from a browser.

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

4. Select Activate/Login and load the channel on your Google TV.

Can I Cast MX Player to Googe TV?

Yes. Those who prefer not to install MX Player on Google TV can use the built-in cast feature and watch the desired titles. You can cast to Google TV using both a smartphone and a PC.

Cast from Android Smartphone

1. Make sure to connect Google TV to WIFI.

2. Now, connect your Android/iOS smartphone to the same WIFI network.

3. Install the MX Player app on your smartphone from Google Play Store/App Store.

4. Launch the MX Player app on your device and log in.

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

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

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

To Cast from Google Browser:
- Visit the official website of MX Player 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 MX Player on PC via the Microsoft Edge browser can select Three vertical dot icons → Choose More Tools → Select Cast media to device → Select your TV.

Can I Sideload MX Player

Yes. You can sideload MX Player as an Apk file using the Downloader on 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 watch MX Player on the TV.

Hisense Google TV
Sony Google TV
TCL Google TV

Is MX Player Geo-Restricted?

Yes. MX Player is available only to Indian residents. Users from outside India can rely on the best VPN for Google TV, such as ExpressVPN or NordVPN, to unblock the geo-restrictions.

Can I Cancel MX Player Subscription/Free Trial

Yes. You can cancel the MX Player subscription or the free trial at any time. Visit the MX Player app > Go to the Profile section > Select Manage > Click Cancel Subscription.

If you still have an MX Player trial or billing period remaining, then you can access the MX Player until the end of the billing period. There is no refund or return policy available from MX Player as of now.

Customer Support

In unfortunate cases, the MX Player may not work on your 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 the MX Player customer support via [email protected] for general and technical help.

Upon following the instructions, you may be able to stream MX Player on your streaming device without issues.

FAQ

Is the MX Player app available on Google TV?

Yes. The MX Player app is officially available for Google TV, and you can download it from Home Screen → Apps → Search icon → MX Player → Install

How to fix MX Player playback issues on Google TV?

To fix MX Player playback issues, try the following:
1. Check the Internet connection.
2. Clear cache.
3. Update the app.
4. Restart the Google TV.

What are some alternative apps to MX Player for Google TV?

Some alternatives to MX Player for Google TV include VLC, Emby, Plex, and Stremio.