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A cable box, also known as a set-up box, delivers TV signals on your TV, allowing you to access channels. If you’ve subscribed to Spectrum TV®, you’d need a cable box for it. However, do you need a cable box for every Spectrum TV? The answer is no, you don’t. In fact, Spectrum is transitioning away from cable boxes and is using the Xumo Stream Box as their replacement.
You can watch Spectrum TV through various mediums, which we’ll discuss in this blog. So read more to find out:
Where Can You Watch Spectrum TV?
You can connect your Spectrum cable box to the TV to watch channels. Apart from this, you can watch Spectrum TV on compatible devices, including:
- Xumo Stream Box
- Roku
- Google Chromecast
- Kindle Fire
- Xbox One
- Samsung Smart TV
- Apple TV
All you need to do is download the Spectrum TV App and watch your favorite programming on any compatible platform.
Spectrum TV App
The Spectrum TV App is a free mobile app that allows Spectrum customers to stream live TV and On Demand content on compatible devices, such as Xumo TV, smart TV, Apple TV, etc. To use it, all you need to do is:
- Download the Spectrum TV App from Google Play or App Store
- Login with your credentials
- Start streaming on any platform with the app
Important Note: Download the latest version of the Spectrum TV App. After creating your account, wait for at least 24-72 hours before signing into any TV apps.
Xumo Stream Box
The Xumo Stream Box is included in every Spectrum TV plan. With Xumo, you can watch live TV, and local channels and access 250+ streaming apps, including Spectrum TV App, for TV shows, music, and movies.
The Xumo Stream box connects to most smart TVs, allowing instant access to your subscribed Spectrum TV and streaming apps. All you need to do is connect it to a power source, connect it to your TV, allow WiFi connectivity, and voila! You’re all set to watch TV channels or stream content on available apps.
Compatible Devices to Use Spectrum TV App
For streaming Spectrum TV on all other compatible devices, you’ll need to download the Spectrum TV app on the device.
- Roku: Download the Spectrum TV app from the ‘Roku Channel Store,’ sign into your account, and start streaming.
- Chromecast: Download the Spectrum TV app on your mobile device and log into your account. Once done, find the ‘Cast’ option in the app, and choose Chromecast-enabled TV to stream.
- Kindle Fire: On the Amazon App Store, search and install the Spectrum TV app, sign in to your Spectrum account, and stream.
- Xbox One: From your Xbox One Live account, head to the home screen and find ‘’ Search and install the Spectrum TV App. Log into the app with your credentials, and stream content.
- Samsung Smart TV: Head to Samsung Smart Hub and then to the app store. Download and install the Spectrum TV App. Follow the instructions to set up your account and stream.
- Apple TV: On your Apple TV, head to the App Store to find the Spectrum TV App. Download and install the app, sign into your Spectrum account, and enjoy streaming TV channels on your Apple TV.
Conclusion
Spectrum customers can get rid of the traditional cable box and use the Spectrum TV App on Xumo to get the best streaming experience. It allows you to access Live TV, On-Demand titles, and 250+ apps, all in one place.
