Quick Guide
- The CBS Sports app is officially available for the Apple TV on the App Store.
- To get the app: Go to App Store → Search CBS Sports → Select CBS Sports → Click Get.
- AirPlay CBS Sports content to Apple TVs using the CBS Sports iPhone or iPad app.
CBS Sports is one of the most popular American cable TV channels dedicated to sports. If you wish live or on-demand CBS Sports content on your Apple TV, you can install the CBS Sports app on your streaming device from the App Store. With the CBS Sports app, you get live streams of matches and events of sports like basketball, baseball, football, soccer, golf, and more. Apart from the live streams, you can also watch highlights, news, and other on-demand content related to your favorite sports.
If you already have the CBS Sports app on your iPhone or iPad, you can use the AirPlay feature to stream the app’s content on Apple TVs without the need to install the app. In this guide, I will show you how to stream CBS Sports content on Apple TVs with or without installing the app.
How to Get CBS Sports on Apple TV
You must have a cable or live television provider subscription to watch live matches or on-demand content using the CBS Sports app on Apple TVs. If you already have a subscription, follow the steps below to install the app on your Apple TV.
1. Power on your Apple TV and connect it to a strong WiFi network.
2. Launch the home screen by pressing the Home key on Apple TV Remote.
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3. From the list of applications, click the App Store to open it.
4. Next, select the Search icon available at the top right of the screen.
5. Type CBS Sports using the on-screen keyboard and locate the app.
6. When the search result appears, choose the CBS Sports icon.
7. Now, click Get to install CBS Sports from the app description page.
8. After the installation, tap Open.
How to Activate and Stream CBS Sports on Apple TV
Once you have installed the CBS Sports app, you must validate your account. The following are the simple steps to activate CBS Sports on TV.
1. Launch the CBS Sports app on your Apple TV.
2. Tap the Settings icon at the top right corner.
3. Further, click the Sign-in option that appears now.
4. Login with registered credentials and click Enter.
5. Note down the activation code that is displayed right now.
6. Go to cbssports.com/appletv from a smartphone or PC browser.
7. Enter the code carefully, as shown on your TV, and click the Next button.
8. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the activation process.
That’s it! CBS Sports is successfully activated. Now, you can stream all your favorite sports content on your Apple TV.
How to AirPlay CBS Sports to Apple TVs
If your Apple TV doesn’t have an App Store, you can use the CBS Sports app on your iPhone or iPad to AirPlay ist content on your TV. Before starting the process, ensure that the AirPlay is enabled on your Apple TV. Once you enable AirPlay, follow the steps below.
1. Connect your iOS (iPhone/iPad) and Apple TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. From your iPhone or iPad, visit the App Store and install the CBS Sports app.
3. Open the CBS Sports app and sign in with your pay TV provider account.
4. Now, select any content you want to AirPlay to Apple TV.
5. Click on the Cast or AirPlay icon on the media player.
- If there is no Cast or AirPlay icon, open the Control Center on your iPhone or iPad and select the Screen Mirroring option.
6. From the list of available devices, select your Apple TV.
Now, you can watch your favorite sports on your Apple TV using AirPlay.
CBS Sports on Apple TV Not Working: Possible Causes & Fixes
The CBS Sports app may not work for the following reasons:
- Poor internet connection
- The CBS Sports server is down or has an outage
- Bug or error in the current version of the app
- Outdated version of the app
- VPN or the antivirus on the device
Some of the possible fixes you could try to resolve the CBS Sports app not working on Apple TV include the following:
- Connect your Apple TV to the stable WiFi.
- Disconnect devices that use the same internet.
- Force close the app and relaunch it.
- Update the app on Apple TV.
- Uninstalling and reinstalling the app.
- Update Apple TV.
- Restarting Apple TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It is free to download on Apple TV.
It implies that your subscription with the provider doesn’t have the required TV channel subscription.
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