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- On Sony Android TV: Navigate to Apps → Tap Play Store → Search for the application → Click Install to download the apps.
- On Sony Google TV: Tap Apps → Search the app → Tap Install.
There is much more entertainment waiting for you if you decide to rely on apps in addition to the built-in apps on Sony Smart TVs. Refer to the steps in this article and install apps on any Sony TV based on your operating system.
How to Add Apps on Sony Android TV
Sony Android TV users can download the app from the Play Store. Refer to the steps below and learn how to do it.
1. After ensuring your Sony TV is connected to the WiFi, select the Apps icon.
2. Then, locate and select the Google Play Store tile.
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3. Search for the app you want and hit the Install button to get it on Sony TV. Now, launch the application and watch its content.
How to Download Apps on Sony Google TV
If you use Sony Google TV, you can download apps from the built-in Play Store.
1. After turning on the Sony Google TV, locate and tap the Apps tab from the Home screen.
2. Search for the app by entering the app’s name and locate the app.
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3. Hit Install to download the app on your Sony Google TV.
How to Install Apps on Sony Bravia TV (Older Model)
The older model of Sony Bravia TVs has certain built-in apps. Just search for the application and get it on your TV.
1. Launch the Home screen by clicking the Home button on your Sony TV remote.
2. Then, hover over the All Apps tile to get the in-built app list.
3. Select the preferred app and tap Install to download the application on your Sony Bravia Smart TV.
The above methods will help you download any app you wish to access on your Sony TV from the official app store. Be keen on the procedures to have a hassle-free download process.
Alternative Way to Install Apps on Sony Smart TV
Another way to download apps on Sony TV is through Voice Assistant. Make sure to connect the Sony TV to a WiFi before proceeding further. If your remote has a Mic icon button or Google Assistant button, just press it and say, “Install – the app name.” Now, the Sony TV will automatically install the app.
How to Sideload Apps on Sony Smart TV
On some occasions, you cannot download the apps directly from the Google Play Store because of their unavailability or due to geo-restrictions. Walk through the steps below to sideload apps using APK installers or a USB Drive.
Sideload APK on Sony TV
You can sideload the app’s APK using the Downloader for TV app and install it on your Sony Android and Google TV.
1. From the Google Play Store, install the Downloader for TV app on your TV. Then, prepare your TV by following the steps to accept files from unknown sources.
Sony Android TV | Navigate to Settings→ Device Preferences → Security& restrictions → Unknown sources → Toggle the button. |
Sony Google TV | Go to Settings → Apps → Security & restrictions → Unknown sources → Enable Downloader for TV’s toggle. |
2. Launch the app and hit the Search bar under the Home section.
3. Enter the app name or type the APK link of the app directly to find the app. Then, Download the APK file to install it.
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4. Click Install to get the application on your Sony Android/ Google TV.
Sideload Apps using USB Drive
You can also sideload apps on your Sony TV with the help of the USB drive. Follow the steps to get the app via a USB Flash drive.
1. Get the desired app’s APK on your USB flash drive from your PC and then inject the USB on your TV. Now, proceed with the steps to enable the Unknown Sources option on your respective TV.
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2. Then, open the APK file from your USB drive and Install it on your Sony TV.
3. Now, you can enjoy watching your desired app on Sony TV.
The above methods will help you download any app you wish to access on your Sony TV from the official app store or external source files. Be keen on the procedures to have a hassle-free download process.