Are you looking for a low-budget video-on-demand (VOD) service on your Hisense Smart TV? Showmax will be the best option. With a subscription of R89 per month, Showmax allows you to stream local shows, international series, blockbuster movies, and more on your Hisense TV.
The monthly plan for Showmax may vary by region, and you can check it out by visiting their official website.
How to Install Showmax App on Hisense TV
First, you should turn on and connect your Hisense TV to a WiFi network. Then follow the below steps to download the Showmax app on your VIDAA, Android, and Google TVs.
Hisense VIDAA TV
- From the home screen, click on the My Apps option on the home screen.
- Next, click on the App Store icon.
- Hit the Search bar and type the Showmax app name.
- Select the Showmax app and tap the Install button.
Hisense Android TV
- Turn on your Hisense TV and navigate to the Home screen.
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Enter Showmax on the Search bar and search for it.
- Upon choosing Showmax, click the Install button.
Hisense Google TV
- Go to the Search option from your Hisense Google TV’s home menu.
- Highlight the Search field and input Showmax.
- Pick the Showmax app and tap on Install.
- After this, activate the app and watch the Showmax content on a bigger screen.
How to Activate Showmax on Hisense TV
Once you have downloaded the Showmax app on your TV, sign up for their premium, and then head over to the steps below to activate the app.
- Open the downloaded app and hit the Sign In option on the welcome screen.
- Note the activation code and visit the Showmax activation website (showmax.com/activate) on any browser on your smartphone or PC.
- Input the code in the required box and click Continue.
- Once done, you must log in with your account details to complete the activation process.
- Finally, relaunch the app on your TV to stream your favorite shows, series, movies, matches, and more.
How to Stream Showmax Content on Unsupported Hisense TV
Showmax app is not available on Hisense TV running on Fire, Roku, and XClass models. So, if your TV doesn’t support the app, then here are the other steps you can follow to access Showmax on your TV.
- Connect your smartphone and your Hisense TV to the same WIFI.
- Get the Showmax app from your Play Store | App Store.
- Sign in to your Showmax account and play your desired content.
- Now, click on the Cast icon on the Showmax app.
- For iPhone, select AirPlay or Bluetooth after selecting the Cast icon.
- Select your Hisense TV from the list of devices.
- Once the connection is established, you can start streaming Showmax content on your smart TV.
What’s Great About Using Showmax on Hisense TV
Here, I’ve mentioned some of the unique features offered by Showmax for its premium subscribers.
- You can download videos for offline streaming.
- Live stream every Premier League game from SuperSport.
- Stream all content up to Full HD quality.
- Watch on multiple devices and stream up to 2 screens simultaneously.
- Get a personalized viewing experience with individual profiles.
Showmax Issues on Hisense TV – Causes & Fixes
If you encounter any problems while streaming the Showmax content on your Hisense Smart TV, then here are the causes and their fixes.
- Poor Internet Connection: If your internet is poor or unstable, reboot your WiFi router and connect it again for seamless streaming.
- Technical Glitches: You can restart the Showmax app by closing the app from the recent section and launching it again.
- Showmax Server Down: If the Showmax server is down, you can’t access the content for a specific period of time. So, check the server status from Downdetector and wait for a few minutes until the issue has been resolved.
- Accumulated App Cache: Clear the app cache on your Hisense TV to fix the performance issue on the streaming app.
- Outdated Showmax App: When the app is outdated, you’ll face login issues. So, update the app on your Hisense TV at regular intervals for error-free streaming.
Final Verdict
By downloading and signing up to Showmax, you can enjoy a multitude of streaming content on your entertainment unit. For your information, the Showmax app is geo-restricted. If you’re outside the geo-restricted area, then get a premium VPN service like NordVPN to your device.
FAQ
No. You must hold a premium subscription to Showmax to stream its available content on streaming devices and smart TVs.
Yes. After configuring your Hisense TV with NordVPN, you can stream the Showmax content in the US.
