Which TVs and devices can run Telegram?
Telegram has no official app for TVs. TeleV is a free Telegram app for Android TV and Google TV, so it runs on any TV or streaming device that has the Google Play Store and Android 8.0 or newer.
Supported devices
| Device | Works with TeleV |
|---|---|
| Chromecast with Google TV (4K and HD) | Yes |
| Google TV Streamer | Yes |
| Nvidia Shield TV and Shield TV Pro | Yes |
| Xiaomi Mi Box and Xiaomi TV Box S | Yes |
| Sony Bravia (Android TV / Google TV) | Yes |
| TCL, Hisense, Philips and other Android TV / Google TV smart TVs | Yes |
| Other Android TV boxes with Google Play | Yes, on Android 8.0 or newer |
If your TV's home screen says "Google TV" or "Android TV", or you can open the Google Play Store on it, TeleV will work.
Not supported
| Device | Why | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung smart TVs (Tizen) | Can't run Android apps | Add a Chromecast with Google TV or Google TV Streamer |
| LG smart TVs (webOS) | Can't run Android apps | Add a Chromecast with Google TV or Google TV Streamer |
| Amazon Fire TV | No Google Play Store | Use an Android TV or Google TV device |
| Roku | Can't run Android apps | Add a Chromecast with Google TV |
| Apple TV | Runs tvOS, not Android | Add a Chromecast with Google TV |
A Chromecast with Google TV plugs into any TV's HDMI port and is the simplest way to add TeleV to a TV that doesn't run Android.
How to install
On the TV, open the Google Play Store, search for TeleV and install it. You can also install it from Google Play on the web by choosing your TV from the device list. Then follow the step-by-step setup guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Telegram app for Android TV?
No. Telegram doesn't offer an official app for Android TV or Google TV. TeleV is an independent, unofficial app that brings Telegram videos and live streams to the TV.
Can I watch Telegram on a Samsung or LG TV?
Not directly, because Samsung and LG TVs can't run Android apps. Connect a Chromecast with Google TV or a Google TV Streamer to the TV and install TeleV on it.
Does TeleV work on Amazon Fire TV?
No. TeleV is distributed through Google Play, which isn't available on Fire TV devices.
Does TeleV work on Chromecast with Google TV?
Yes. Chromecast with Google TV and Google TV Streamer are fully supported.
What Android version does TeleV need?
Android 8.0 or newer, on an Android TV or Google TV device.
Watch Telegram on your TV
TeleV is free on Google Play for Android TV and Google TV.
Get it on Google Play