Key Highlights
- Download Plex App on Philips Smart TV:
- Philips Smart TV: Open App Gallery → Click on Search option → Search for Plex → Select Plex → Click Add.
- Philips Roku TV: Select Streaming Channels → Select Search Channels → Search Plex → Select Plex → Click on Add Channel.
- Philips Android TV / Google TV: Click on Apps → Open Google Play Store → Click on Search for apps and games → Enter Plex → Select Plex → Click Install.
- Philips NetTV: Open VEWD App Store → Click on Search → Search Plex → Select Plex → Click Add.
I love watching movies and shows in the comforts of my house rather than watching them in a theatre. I have a proper movie setup at home with my Philips Smart TV and a great audio system set in place. One of the recent apps that I installed and enjoyed is the Plex app on my Philips TV. My friend became an instant fan of the wide range of movies, cartoons, and shows available on the Plex app.
The first thing he did after that night was call me over to install the app on his Philips TV as well. It is actually a simple process that anyone can do on their own if they know where to look. So with my guidance, he was able to download and stream the Plex app on his Philips TV too. We even watched the movie Twin Dragon together after that. The app truly is a great place to watch premium content. If you have an active TIDAL subscription, you even get to play music on the Plex app.
I just wanted to make sure every Philips TV user knew about this app. I have explained detailed step-by-step instructions on how to download and activate the Plex app on Philips TV in this blog. You don’t need me to come and install the app for you, my article will help you do it on your own.
How to Install Plex on Philips Smart TV
You can stream any content on the Plex streaming service with a Plex account. If you already have an account, you can directly move the installation steps. If not, you can sign up for an account on Plex’s official website. Plex also offers a subscription plan known as the Plex Pass, which starts at $4.99/month. With Plex Pass, you can record live TV to watch them later and download movies or TV series to watch them without the internet.
Install Plex on Philips Smart TV
1. Power on your Philips Smart TV and hit the home button on the Philips TV remote.
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2. Now, open the App Gallery and click on the search icon in the top-right corner.
3. Search for the Plex app and select it from the search results.
4. Click Add to install the app on your TV.
Once you download the Plex app, activate it on your TV to start using it.
Add Plex to Philips Roku TV
1. Turn on and connect your Philips Roku TV to a strong Wi-Fi network.
2. Tap the home button on the Philips Roku remote and select Streaming Channels.
3. Click on the Search Channel option and search for the Plex app.
4. From the search results, select Plex and click Add Channel.
Now, launch the app and activate the Plex on your Philips TV to start streaming its content on your TV.
Download Plex on Philips Android TV / Google TV
1. Turn on your Philips Android TV / Google TV and tap the home button on the remote.
2. Click the Apps option from the home screen and open the Google Play Store
Note: On Philips Google TV, select the Search for apps and games option from the Apps tab and search for the Plex app.
3. Hit on the search icon and search for the Plex app.
4. Select the Plex app from the search results and click Install.
Once the app is installed on your TV, start the activation process.
Install Plex on Philips NetTV
1. Power on your Philips NetTV and click the Apps button on the remote.
2. Launch the VEWD App Store on your Philips TV.
3. Hit on the search icon and search for the Plex app.
4. From the search results, choose the Plex app and click Add.
Wait for the app to install on your TV and move to the activation process.
How to Activate Plex on Philips Smart TVs
After installing the app, you must activate the app on your Philips Smart TV to start watching its content.
1. Launch the Plex app on your Philips Smart TV and click Sign In.
2. A four-digit activation code will appear on your Philips TV screen to activate the Plex app.
3. Visit plex.tv/link website, and sign in to your Plex account.
4. Enter the four-digit activation code and click Link.
Once you complete the activation process, you can use the Plex app to stream any content you want.
How to Sideload Plex on Philips Smart TVs
If you can’t find the Plex app on your Philips Android TV or Google TV, you can use sideloading apps like the Downloader to install the application on your Philips Smart TV. Here is how to do it.
1. Install the Downloader app on your Philips Android TV / Google TV.
2. Once you install the Downloader app on your TV, head to Settings → Device Preferences / Apps → Security & restrictions → Unknown sources and turn on the toggle next to Downloader.
3. Then, open the Downloader app on your TV, enter the Plex APK link on the search bar, and click Go.
4. Once the APK is downloaded, you can click Install to install the Plex app on your Philips TV.
5. Once the installation process is over, click Done or Open.
Is it Possible to Cast Plex to Philips Smart TVs
Yes. You can Cast Plex from your Android smartphones to your Philips Smart TVs. To cast from your smartphone to TV, both devices must be connected to the same internet network. Then, open the Plex app on your mobile device and click on the Cast icon on the top bar. Your smartphone will search and show available devices. From that list, select your Philips Smart TV to stream the content on it.
Is it Possible to AirPlay Plex to Philips Smart TVs
Yes. Plex has a built-in AirPlay function to screen mirror Plex content from your iPhone to your Philips Roku TV. To AirPlay on Philips Roku TV, you must first enable the AirPlay settings by navigating to Settings → Apple HomeKit and AirPlay → AirPlay → Turn On. Once you enable AirPlay, connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Now, open the Plex app on your iPhone and click the Cast icon. From the list of available devices, select the Philips Smart TV.
How to Fix Plex Not Working on Philips Smart TV
In spite of Plex being one of the best media apps, I encountered some minor issues while using the app on my Philips TV. I fixed those issues using basic troubleshooting steps. Here are some of the common troubleshooting steps that will help you fix the problem with the Plex app.
- Internet Connection: If you are facing internet-related issues on the Plex app, restart your WIFI router to fix the issues.
- Plex Server Down: Sometimes, the issues might be the Plex servers. Check the server status of Plex on Downdetector and wait for the issue to be resolved.
- Clear Cache: You might face black screen problems and app crashes on the Plex app on your TV due to excessive cache files. To solve this, delete the cache files from your Philips Smart TV.
- Update the App: If the Plex app is not up to date, it might cause issues on your Philips TVs. To fix this issue, update the app on your Philips TV to the latest version.
- Update your TV: An outdated TV firmware can also be why the Plex app is not working properly. Check and update your Philips TV software to fix this issue.
- Restart your TV: The Plex app might crash or not work properly due to technical glitches and bugs. You can easily fix these glitches and bugs by restarting your Philips TV.
- Reset your TV: If you are facing the same issues even after trying all the above fixes, try resetting your Philips TV to clear out all the issues completely.
FAQ
Yes. The Plex app is available on all versions of the Philips Smart TVs.
You can watch over 961 live TV channels from 195 different countries using the Plex app on Philips Smart TVs.
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