SonyLIV on Android TV is officially supported on compatible televisions running Android 5.1 and above, according to SonyLIV’s current device-support documentation.
How to install SonyLIV on Android TV
- Open Google Play Store on the Android TV.
- Search for SonyLIV.
- Select the official SonyLIV app.
- Install and open it.
SonyLIV official Google Play listing
Minimum Android TV version
SonyLIV currently lists Android TV 5.1 and above as the minimum supported platform version. Other TV platforms have their own model-year or OS requirements.
How to activate SonyLIV on TV
- Install or update SonyLIV on the TV.
- Sign in to SonyLIV on your phone.
- Open the account/menu area on the mobile app.
- Select the TV activation option.
- Enter the code shown on the television.
- Submit the code and return to the TV.
Does SonyLIV support 4K on Android TV?
Yes, on selected devices. SonyLIV says 4K Ultra HD playback is available on compatible smart TVs and Android TVs with displays that support 4K streaming.
HDR support
SonyLIV also documents HDR formats such as Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HDR10+ on selected compatible devices. Support is hardware-dependent.
Supported smart TV families
SonyLIV’s current support page lists Android TV and Apple TV together with selected LG, Samsung, Sony Bravia, Netrange, Foxxum and VIDAA-based televisions.
Older Samsung TV warning
SonyLIV specifically notes that Samsung models from 2017 or earlier may no longer receive the latest SonyLIV app improvements.
Chromecast support
SonyLIV says standalone Chromecast generations 1 through 3 and televisions with built-in Chromecast are supported. Generic screen mirroring methods such as Miracast or AnyCast are not listed as supported alternatives.
What to do if SonyLIV is missing from the TV app store
Check the TV model, operating-system version, country/region and firmware. App stores filter results by compatibility.
Playback problems on Android TV
- Restart the TV and router.
- Update the television firmware.
- Update SonyLIV.
- Try Ethernet or a stronger Wi-Fi connection.
- Test a non-live title.
- Sign out and activate the TV again if authorization appears broken.
Bottom line
SonyLIV has broad television support, but compatibility depends on the TV platform and model. Android TV users should install from Google Play and use SonyLIV’s official activation flow.
Official sources
SonyLIV: Download the app on Smart TV
SonyLIV: Supported devices and minimum versions
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