How to Connect Philips TV to WIFI/Internet

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You can connect Philips TV to WIFI through its Settings with the remote.
The Philips TV Remote app can be installed on your smartphone & used as a virtual remote to control Philips TV and connect to WIFI.

If you own a Philips TV, you obviously need to connect it to WIFI, and you will be prompted for it during the initial setup itself. If you have missed it out there, catch it up here since the method is elaborated in the article for different Philips TV OS versions.

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How to Connect Philips TV to WIFI from Settings

To connect WIFI to a Philips TV running any OS, you have to go to the Settings menu. The navigation for each Philips Smart TV model is given in the following headings.

Philips Android TV

Select Settings from your Android TV’s Home screen.
Scroll to Network & internet.

Toggle on the WLAN option and choose a WIFI network from the list.
Enter the WIFI credentials and connect your TV to the network.

Philips Google TV

Select your Account from the Google TV’s Home screen.
Slide to Settings and select it.
Click Network & internet and enable WLAN.

Choose your WIFI network and connect to it.

Philips Roku TV

Go to your Roku Settings.
Click Network and choose Set up connection.
Select Wireless and let it scan for available networks.

Choose the network you want, enter its credentials, and connect.

Philips Saphi TV

Click the Settings button on your TV remote and select All Settings on the screen.
Tap on Network and choose Connect to network.

Click on Start now and choose either WPS or Scan.
Select your network on the following screen and link your TV to it.

Is it Possible to Connect Philips TV to WIFI Without a Remote?

If you don’t have the TV remote, you can still use Philips TV remote app for a WIFI connection, which is compatible with all of its models. Thus, you can head to the required options and get your TV linked with the desired network. But, this won’t work as an immediate method and works only for changing to a new WIFI network from the existing one.

Install the Philips Smart TV app on your Smartphone from the Google Play Store or the App Store.
Connect your smartphone and your Philips TV to the same WIFI network that is currently in use.
After this, launch the app and go to its Settings.

Click Settings on the Philips TV Remote app

Select Connection and choose your Philips TV from the list. You can alternatively use a Network Scan, IP Address, or QR Code to connect.
After connection, you can use its virtual remote feature to control your TV and connect it to WIFI.

TIP: Even The Roku App (Official) and the Google Home apps have a virtual remote feature with which you can control your Philips Roku or Android/Google TVs, respectively.

How to Connect Internet to Philips TV using an Ethernet Cable

If you prefer fast internet, use an ethernet cable and establish a wired connection on your Philips TV. Here’s how to do it.

All models of Philips TVs have a separate ethernet port provided at the back. Find the port and insert the ethernet cable of your router into it.
If prompted, set the connection type to Wired on your Network Settings and start using it.

After connecting to WIFI, you can download apps, stream content online, or update apps on Philips TV with ease. If you have any issues in this process, check your WIFI credentials and whether you have selected the right network. Also, restart your Philips TV and router and make sure both devices are placed close to each other.

FAQ

1. Can I use external devices as a remote control for Philips TV?

Yes. You can use a USB keyboard, mouse, or IR remote apps to control and connect your Philips TV to a WIFI.

2. Why does my Philips TV keep disconnecting from WIFI?

This issue is caused by a weak connection, interference, a restricted network, and using old software on your Philips TV.