How to get apple tv plus on samsung tv

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Use The Apple TV App
Cast From A Phone Or Computer
Connect Your Phone Or Computer Over HDMI
Use A Streaming Device
Amazon Fire TV
Use A Gaming Console
Final Thoughts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get Apple TV on older Samsung Smart TV?
Which Samsung TV has an Apple TV app?
Where is the App Store on Samsung TV?
How do I update Samsung TV?

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Samsung has this week announced that owners of some of its smart TVs can access free Apple TV+ for three months.

In a blog post Thursday, (opens in new tab)the company stated that from now through November 28 Samsung Smart TV owners can sign up for three months of free Apple TV+, with 2018-2022 models eligible.

To take advantage of the offer, you'll need to sign up by opening the Apple TV app on your Samsung TV home screen.

Free TV+

As you might expect there are a couple of catches. First off, you'll need to sign up by November 28 to be eligible. Secondly, you'll need to be a new subscriber to TV+. Unfortunately, that means that if you're already a subscriber or if you've taken advantage of another free TV+ offer, such as one of Apple's many promotions, you sadly can't get this one.

Since its launch in 2019 Apple has picked up more than 1,100 award nominations and 250 wins for its original films, TV shows, and documentaries including smash hits like Ted Lasso.

Apple TV+ is available on all of Apple's best iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple TVs, and various smart TVs and devices as well as online through any device that can browse the internet. The company has also expanded into new avenues such as live sports and has signed a deal with MLB to bring Friday Night Baseball games exclusively to Apple TV+ for this season.

In a recent bid to drive more customers to its streaming platform, the company this week announced that it is airing the first season of one of its best shows, See, completely free through August 29. The show's third season premieres today and is one of Apple's most acclaimed titles.

With the iPhone 14 event close at hand, it is possible that Apple may make a big TV+ announcement of some sort as it has done at previous events. This could include new titles or a new sports deal. A new Apple TV device is also reportedly close at hand.

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I recently signed up for Apple TV to try out some of their content, and in the beginning, I found what I liked on my phone.

Then I decided to watch it on my Samsung TV, which had a good speaker system and was a larger screen.

I didn’t know if my Samsung TV had Apple TV or supported the service, so I went online.

I checked Apple TV’s websites and a few articles that went in-depth about the Apple TV service as a whole.

Once I understood the nuances of the app after a few hours of research, I managed to compile all info that I had and successfully got Apple TV to work on my Samsung TV.

This article details every method to get Apple TV on Samsung TV in seconds, regardless of your model TV.

To watch Apple TV on a Samsung TV, install the Apple TV app on the smart TV if it doesn’t come preinstalled. Alternatively, you can cast the app from a phone or a computer.

Continue reading to find out the best way to watch Apple TV content on your TV and how to breathe life in an older TV.

Use The Apple TV App

The most direct method to get Apple TV on your Samsung TV is to install the Apple TV+ app from Samsung’s TV app store.

The app is the primary way to Apple TV content, so it is the best way right now to watch content on any TV, not just a Samsung TV.

You can buy or rent movies, subscribe to channels, and get TV shows right from the app, all in one place.

To install the Apple TV app on your Samsung TV from 2018 or 2017:

Press the Home button on the Samsung TV remote.
Navigate to Apps.
Use the search bar to find the Apple TV app.
Download and install the app on your Samsung TV.
Go to your installed apps and launch the Apple TV app.
Log in with your Apple ID, and you’re ready to go.

The Apple TV app comes preinstalled in all Samsung smart TVs released in 2019 and later, and you’ll find the app on the home screen of the TV.

Cast From A Phone Or Computer

If you have the Apple TV app already set up on a phone, tablet, or computer, you can do away with installing the app on your TV.

You can cast the content from the Apple TV app to your Samsung smart TV with AirPlay or Chromecast.

I recommend using AirPlay if you have an iPhone, iPad, or Mac; others can use Chromecast.

To start casting to your Samsung TV with non-Apple devices:

Make sure that your Samsung TV and the device you will cast with are on the same Wi-Fi network.
Launch the Apple TV app on your device.
Start playing some content.
Tap the cast icon that you can find along with the play, pause, and other buttons.
Select your Samsung TV from the list that appears.

For Apple devices:

Make sure that your Samsung TV and the device you will cast with are on the same Wi-Fi network.
Launch the Apple TV app on your device.
Start playing some content.
Open Control Center and tap AirPlay.
Select your Samsung TV.
Enter the code on your TV screen to your phone to connect the two.

With AirPlay, you can mirror your entire screen, but using Chromecast only allows you to cast one app at a time.

Connect Your Phone Or Computer Over HDMI

You also choose to connect your phone or computer to your Samsung TV with an HDMI cable if you wish to do so.

You’ll need a Type-C to HDMI adapter for non-Apple phones or tablets or a Lightning to HDMI adapter for Apple devices.

I would recommend the uni USB C to HDMI adapter for the former and the Apple Lightning to Digital AV adapter for the latter.

Computers can use the HDMI port to connect it directly to your Samsung TV.

If your computer doesn’t have an HDMI port, use the USB C to HDMI adapter I’ve talked about above.

Use A Streaming Device

Streaming devices breathe life into older TVs with no smart features and add a few more years to their lives.

Something like a Roku or an Apple TV adds smart features like apps, voice command support, and more.

I would recommend the streaming devices below to watch Apple TV on an older Samsung TV that isn’t smart.

Apple TV

The Apple TV is my go-to choice if you want to stay in the Apple ecosystem and would like their signature user experience and compatibility between devices.

They have an HD and a 4K version, but almost all 4K TVs have smart features, so the best option for you would be the HD version.

Roku

Rokus is also a good option with support for Apple TV and a whole host of other channels.

Overall, a solid pick for anyone looking for a streaming device.

Amazon Fire TV

The Fire TV’s Stick and Cube models have been doing very well.

With a great user experience and a well-designed remote to boot, the Fire TV reaches the level of the others on this list.

Use A Gaming Console

Sony’s PlayStation 4 and 5 and Microsoft’s Xbox One and One X|S all have the Apple TV in their app stores and are available for download.

So if you already have a gaming console, you won’t need anything else; just get the Apple TV app installed on your console and enjoy the content.

Final Thoughts

Watching Apple TV on a Samsung TV is a great experience that combines the TV’s excellent picture quality and Apple’s curated selection of content.

The app is the ideal way to get the most out of your Apple TV subscription, so even if you are using a streaming device with your old TV, I would suggest watching on the app there.

Make sure that you have a solid and consistent internet connection to stop the stream from stuttering or lagging.

I would recommend an Xfinity connection because they offer really fast internet at affordable prices and Apple TV works seamelessly with smart TVs that have Xfinity internet.