TiviMate on Android TV, Google TV and Android phones
In short: on Android TV, Google TV and Nvidia Shield, install TiviMate IPTV Player from Google Play and add your Xtream Codes login. It is the easiest platform for TiviMate: no workarounds and automatic updates.
Which Android devices work with TiviMate
| Device | TiviMate support |
|---|---|
| Nvidia Shield TV / Pro | Excellent: the reference device for TiviMate |
| Google TV (Chromecast with Google TV, Google TV Streamer) | Very good |
| Smart TVs with Android TV / Google TV (Sony, Philips, TCL, Hisense) | Very good, from the TV’s Play Store |
| Android TV boxes (2 GB RAM or more) | Good; buy a certified box with Google Play |
| Android phones and tablets | Limited: made for TV remotes, often “not compatible” in Play |
Install TiviMate on Android TV and Google TV
Open Google Play
On your Android TV, Google TV, Nvidia Shield or TV box, open the Play Store and search “TiviMate IPTV Player”.
Install the official app
Install the app from the developer AR Mobile Dev. Google Play keeps it updated automatically.
Add playlist → Xtream Codes login
Open TiviMate, choose Add playlist and select Xtream Codes login.
Enter your login
Server address, username and password from your activation email. Check for extra spaces.
Wait for the first load
Channels and the TV guide load in about a minute. Then the live guide opens.
TiviMate on an Android phone
TiviMate's interface is built for a TV and a remote, so Google Play often hides it on phones. Your TiviMate IPTV login still works on a phone: it is a standard Xtream Codes account, so any touch-friendly Android IPTV player that supports Xtream Codes can use it. Keep TiviMate on the TV and use the phone as a second screen.
You will still want the TiviMate Companion app on your phone if you buy TiviMate Premium: that is where the subscription is managed. See TiviMate free vs Premium.
Uncertified TV boxes: cheap boxes without Google Play often run old Android versions. TiviMate may install, but it will not update itself and can be unstable. A certified device saves a lot of trouble.
After installing
Take two minutes for the best TiviMate settings (buffer, guide refresh, groups). If something does not load, start with the troubleshooting checklist.
Other devices: Firestick · Apple TV and iPhone · Windows 11 · Samsung and LG TV.
Frequently asked questions
Is TiviMate available on Google Play?
Yes, as “TiviMate IPTV Player” for Android TV, Google TV and Android TV boxes. Installing from Google Play is the safest way and keeps the app updated.
Can I install TiviMate on an Android phone?
TiviMate is designed for TV screens and remotes. On many phones Google Play shows it as not compatible. For phones, use an Android IPTV player made for touch screens with the same Xtream Codes login.
What is the TiviMate Companion app?
A small Android phone app from the same developer. You use it to buy and manage TiviMate Premium; the TV app then unlocks Premium when you sign in with the same account.
Which Android TV box is best for TiviMate?
Nvidia Shield TV is the smoothest. Google TV devices (Chromecast with Google TV, Google TV Streamer) and good Android TV boxes with at least 2 GB of RAM also work very well.