Hotstar owned by Start Network, India is a streaming service that features all Star Network shows along with content from HBO, Disney, Showtime, etc. The app offers three different levels of services namely Free, VIP and Premium. You can stream the contents on smart TV only when you have got VIP or Premium subscription plans. The app is currently accessible in India, the USA, Canada and recently launched in Singapore. You can install Hotstar on Hisense Android and Roku-based Smart TV and let us see how to do that in detail.
Hotstar on Hisense TV
Hotstar is available for Roku and Android TVs. But then for Smart TVs, you need to cast or stream the contents from your smartphone via Chromecast or use any of the streaming devices. Adding the Hotstar app on your Hisense TV is the same as that of adding apps on Hisense Smart TV.
Hotstar on Hisense Android TV
#1 Turn on your Hisense Android TV and connect it to the internet.
#2 From the TV home screen click and open the Play Store app.
#3 Select the Apps option from the left side pane.
#4 Now search Hostar app.
#5 Select the app from the list of search results.
#6 Click on the Install tab on the app info screen.
#7 Accept the permissions and log in to your account.
Hotstar on Hisense Roku TV
#1 Turn on your Hisense Roku TV and connect it to the internet.
#2 From the TV home screen click Streaming Channels.
#3 Then select Search Channels.
#4 Now choose the Search option and type Hostar.
#5 Select the app from the list of search results.
#6 Click on Add Channel tab on the app info screen.
#7 Accept the permissions and log in to your account.
Cast Hotstar to Hisense Smart TV
Few smart TVs of Hisense come with the in-built Chromecast support. Or you can also use the Chromecast device to stream the contents from your smartphone to your Hisense Smart TV. Hotstar app is available on the Play Store or App Store.
#1 Download and Install Hotstar App on your Android or iOS smartphones
#2 Then login with your account credentials.
#3 Play any of your favorite content that you want to stream on your TV.
#4 Make sure to connect your smartphone and Chromecast or Chromecast in-built TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
#5 Tap the cast icon on the top-right corner.
#6 Select your Chromecast device from the list of available devices.
Hotstar on Hisense Smart TV – Not working
Fix 1 – Update the Hotstar app on your Hisense TV. Sometimes the apps wouldn’t work if it is not up to date. Go to Play Store and select the Hotstar app then click Update. On Roku TVs go to Settings > System > Software Updates > Check Now. This will check for both system and software updates.
Fix 2 – Clear Cache to free up some space. This will help to open and access the app contents without any trouble.
Fix 3 – To restart Hisense Smart TV press and hold the power button on the remote for about 5-10 seconds. Or unplug the TV from the power source for about 30 seconds. Then plug it back in.
Fix 4 – In order to update Hisense Smart TV press the Settings button. Then select All > About > System Update. Press Detect to get the latest firmware update. On Roku TVs go to Settings > System > Software Updates > Check Now. This will check for both system and software updates.
Fix 5 – Factory resetting will bring the TV to its factory default settings. Press the Exit button and hold it for 15 seconds then choose Ok from the menu and turn off the TV. Or press the Menu button then select Support > Self Diagnosis > Reset > Enter the security PIN.
These are things you need to know about the Hotstar app on your Hisense Smart TV. Install the Hotstar app on your Hisense TV using the guide based on the OS. If you have any issues with the Hotstar app, follow the solution mentioned above.
