The world of entertainment has recently gone through a “Golden Age of Television”, and it has left us with some tremendous story-driven media.
Keeping up with your favorite TV shows can be difficult when you are on the go, however. You may find yourself wishing that there was some way of watching your favorite series wherever you are.
Well, wish no more. In this article, we are going to cover some of the best apps for watching TV online, wherever you may be.
Tubi
We are going to kick off our list with one of the most popular free streaming apps, Tubi. The service sports an impressive amount of both television shows and films. Everyone will find something worth watching here.
Features
For starters, the main draw of Tubi is its extensive catalog of films and TV shows. Seriously, there is enough here to keep you entertained for hours on end, even when there is no TV nearby. Additionally, more shows and films are added by the week, so it is safe to say that you will never have to worry about a lack of content.
Other features of the app include the ability to create custom queues of movies and shows, like a channel on TV. You can search for shows or films to watch according to genre, name, and even actors. And last (but certainly not least), you can connect your device to a TV, and pick up right where you left off, without missing a beat.
Cost
Downloading, installing, and making use of most of the app’s services and features are all absolutely free. However, some content does require a subscription, which can be disheartening at first. Luckily, this subscription is rather cheap,
How to Download
You can download Tubi from the app’s own site or from the Google Play Store. Simply install it the way you would any other mobile app, complete the sign-up process, and then you are good to go.
Sony Crackle
Here we have yet another widely-used TV app that is almost as good as the first one. Sony Crackle is not as extensive as Tubi, but it does seem more refined. Plus, it is absolutely free. So let us get into it.
Features
Sony Crackle does not offer much in terms of features and functionality. This may be disappointing for some, but as we have said, it makes up for it in polish and refinement. Luckily, the app also boasts an impressive selection, given its free price tag, which is a huge bonus.
Some additional features include the ability to cast your device’s screen to your TV, giving you a wider viewing range. You can also sort the content by release dates, titles, and more.
Cost
Here is where Crackle beats Tubi: full use of the service is absolutely free. This includes the entire catalog of films and TV series available and all the features of the app.
Of course, Crackle does need to make a buck at the end of the day. It does this by having frequent (yet most unobtrusive) ad breaks. These ads are still way more infrequent than those you might find on a traditional network, so your viewing experience still will not be too badly disturbed.
How to Download
You can download Crackle from the app’s site or you can download it from the Google Play Store.
It is easy. Download and install the app as you would any other, then open it to get started with the sign-up process. You will be granted a completely free account, and once it is ready, you are free to start watching.
The app is also available on Windows and iOS.
Summary
Those are the two best apps you can find to watch TV online, anywhere you go. While Netflix still dominates the streaming market, it is nice to know that even smaller services like these can also be worthwhile. You will find plenty of enjoyment with these apps, and for hours on end. So, happy viewing.
