In a significant move to broaden its audience, Apple has unveiled the much-anticipated Android version of its streaming service, Apple TV+. This launch, which comes nearly four years after the service’s debut in November 2019, marks a pivotal moment for Apple as it seeks to capture a wider demographic of viewers.
Features and Accessibility
The Apple TV app is now available globally on Google Play, providing Android users with access to both Apple TV+ and the MLS Season Pass. This compatibility extends across a range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, and foldable devices, ensuring that users can enjoy their favorite content wherever they are.
Among the standout features of the app are:
- Continue Watching: This feature allows users to seamlessly pick up where they left off, regardless of the device they were using.
- Watchlist: Users can easily keep track of shows and movies they wish to watch in the future.
- Offline Viewing: The app supports downloading content for offline viewing, making it convenient for users on the go.
Apple emphasizes that the app streams smoothly over both Wi-Fi and cellular connections, enhancing the user experience significantly.
Content Offerings
With the new Apple TV app, Android users can subscribe to Apple TV+ and dive into a diverse array of original programming. Popular series available include:
- “Severance”
- “Slow Horses”
- “The Morning Show”
- “Presumed Innocent”
- “Shrinking”
- “Hijack”
- “Loot”
- “Palm Royale”
- “Masters of the Air”
- “Ted Lasso”
Additionally, subscribers can enjoy a selection of acclaimed Apple Original films, such as:
- “Wolfs”
- “The Instigators”
- “The Family Plan”
- “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- “CODA”
In a bid to enhance its sports offerings, Apple TV+ also features Friday Night Baseball, a weekly double-header of Major League Baseball games without local broadcast restrictions. Looking ahead to 2025, subscribers can anticipate the introduction of Sunday Night Soccer, which will showcase some of the most exciting matchups in Major League Soccer during prime time.
