Apple may soon bring its Apple TV app to Android smartphones

Apple TV could soon be available on Android smartphones and tablets, according to a report. Currently, the app is available on Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad and more. In the Android ecosystem, only smart TVs have access to Apple’s video streaming platform. However, that could soon change as a report suggests that the Cupertino-based tech giant has hired engineers to bring its streaming app to Android users.

Apple TV app for Android devices in development

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple is hiring engineers to develop software for the Apple TV app on Android. A job offer was spotted for the role of “Android Software Engineer – Apple TV App”.

It’s worth noting that the company’s streaming app and subscription service have slightly different names: the Apple TV app lets users sign up for and access their Apple TV+ subscription across Apple devices and Android TV.

The job posting states: “The Apple TV app team is looking for a proactive, hardworking, and experienced senior Android engineer to lead the development of exciting new features and help build an application used by millions of people to watch and discover TV and sports.”

The iPhone maker’s streaming service launched in 2019 to compete with other popular platforms like Netflix and Disney+. While it focuses heavily on original content, with highly rated shows like For All Mankind, Severance and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and the Oscar-winning film CODA, it’s currently limited to Apple devices and Android TV users.

Anyone wanting to watch Apple TV+ shows on an Android phone or tablet will only be able to do so by visiting the web version of the platform. The move is reportedly Apple’s bid to tap into the Android smartphone and tablet market, following the app’s introduction on platforms including smart TVs, Roku, and Amazon streaming devices.

Apple TV+ Subscription Price, Availability

Apple TV+ is available in India for a starting price of Rs. 99 per month. Users can initially avail a 7-day trial period to test the services before signing up. Additionally, those who purchase a new Apple device such as iPhone, iPad and Mac will get three months of Apple TV+ subscription for free.

The company also offers access to Apple TV+ as part of its Apple One subscription that is available in personal and family options. The personal plan costs Rs. 195 per month while the family option offers access to up to five additional users for a monthly fee of Rs. 365.