Xfinity announced at this time that clients utilizing the Xfinity Stream app can now use Apple AirPlay to stream and share content material on to Apple TV 4K and different AirPlay-supported units, reminiscent of Samsung sensible TVs, LG, Sony, Vizio, and sensible audio system like Bose and Sonos.
AirPlay performance is necessary for a pay TV streaming app, so it’s about time Comcast lastly added the potential. Constitution, considered one of Comcast’s largest rivals, has supported AirPlay on its Spectrum TV app for a number of years now.
The Xfinity Stream app launched in 2017 and offers Xfinity TV subscribers entry to dwell broadcast channels, reminiscent of ABC, CBS, CW, FOX, NBC, PBS, Univision and Telemundo, in addition to linear TV channels, video on demand and extra.
Beginning at this time, Xfinity TV clients will lastly be capable of change units extra easily, transferring a title from their telephone to their appropriate sensible TV or speaker.
The announcement comes on the heels of Comcast launching the Xfinity Stream app on Apple TV units in June 2022. Comcast additionally rolled out the Apple TV+ app throughout Xfinity platforms in March of final 12 months, together with Xfinity X1, Xfinity Flex and XClass TV.
Final week, Comcast announced “Free This Week,” a yearlong promotion that provides Xfinity clients free programming from streaming companies and networks like HBO Max, Showtime and Lifetime Film Membership, amongst others.
