Xfinity Stream offers a convenient way to watch live TV, on-demand content, and your favorite channels directly on your TV. This streaming app is officially available on the Channel Store to download on your Sharp Roku TVs. Meanwhile, you can stream Xfinity Stream content on other Sharp models via casting or sideloading the Android version. All you need to do is have an Xfinity TV cable subscription, which you can get from their official website. In this article, you will learn the possible ways to access the Xfinity Stream on Sharp TV.
Steps to Install Xfinity Stream on Sharp TV
The Xfinity Stream is available only for Sharp Roku TVs, making it incompatible with other models. However, you can sideload the Xfinity Stream app on Sharp TVs running on Google or Android OS. Connect your Sharp TV to the WiFi and follow the process.
Sharp Roku TV
1. Go to the Home page and select Streaming Channels from the menu.
2. Click Search Channels and use the on-screen keyboard to find the Xfinity Stream app.
3. Once found, select the app and click Add Channel to download it.
Sharp Google or Android TV
1. Open the main menu, then navigate to the Google Play Store and get the Downloader for TV app.
2. Next, go to TV Settings, select Apps → Security & Restrictions → Unknown Sources, and enable the Install unknown apps option for the Downloader for TV app.
3. Launch the Downloader for TV app and enter the Xfinity Stream APK link. Click Download to start the process.
4. Once the APK has been downloaded, press the Install button to complete the installation of the Xfinity Stream app on your TV.
Steps to Activate Xfinity Stream on Sharp TV
1. After installation, Open the Xfinity Stream app on your TV.
2. On the welcome screen, click the Sign In button. As a result, an activation code will display on your TV screen.
3. Visit the Xfinity Stream activation site [https://xtv-pil.xfinity.com/xtv-authn/activate] on your PC/smartphone browser and enter the code.
4. Press Continue and provide your Xfinity Stream account credentials to sign in.
Once done, you will land on the app’s home page. Select your favorite show and start streaming it on your Sharp Roku TV.
How to Watch Xfinity Stream on Other Sharp TVs
Users with incompatible TV models can stream Xfinity Stream shows from their smartphone via the Cast or AirPlay function. To begin, connect the Sharp TV and smartphone to the same WiFi. Then, enable AirPlay or Screen Mirroring on your Sharp TV.
1. Get the Xfinity Stream app on your smartphone and open it.
2. Login using credentials and select a show on the app.
3. Hit the Cast or AirPlay icon on the playback interface.
4. Choose your Sharp TV from the list.
Thus, the shows on your smartphone will stream on your Sharp TV.
FAQ
To fix this issue, check your internet connection, restart the app and TV, and update the app on Sharp TV and also the TV firmware.
You can watch Xfinity shows on your TV without the app by connecting an Xfinity Flex streaming box or other compatible Xfinity-partnered devices.
