YouTube may not work on Sharp TVs made prior to 2013. For newer models, you may need to update the firmware, reinstall the YouTube app, improve your internet connection, reset the TV or clear the app cache. If the sound is not working, you should alter the audio settings and check all audio cables.
Some audio settings on a Smart TV can cause sound issues in Netflix. Try using a Stereo or PCM format and disable features such as Sound Optimizer. You should also make sure the volume is high and unmuted, and that your speakers are connected properly. Otherwise, reset the TV and audio settings.
The most common cause for Netflix freezing or crashing is poor or slow internet connection, which causes the stream to buffer. Alternatively, you may need to sign out of Netflix, update the firmware on your app and TV or reset the TV. Hardware issues can also cause the TV to crash.
Netflix will not work on a Smart TV if the servers are down or if your internet connection is poor. Some older Smart TVs are not compatible with Netflix, but those that are may have problems with outdated firmware. You could also try resetting your TV or reinstalling Netflix to clear any errors.
If your TCL Roku TV is not casting or streaming, it could be caused by one device being on a different network. Check to see the network that your TV is on by going to ‘Settings’ > ‘Network,’ then verify that the device you are trying to cast or stream from is connected to the same network.
If Netflix has an error indicator when you are trying to use Airplay, it is because Airplay is no longer supported by Netflix. This feature was taken away in 2019 due to Airplay encountering problems with video quality when Airplay was in use, therefore, causing Netflix to stop the service.
The first step is to restart your TV by unplugging it at the wall. Wait for 30 seconds and plug it back in. Reopen Netflix to verify if the issue is now solved. If not, the internet connection may not be connected or is running slowly. Otherwise, Netflix needs to be ‘force stopped’.
A Sharp Roku TV may not work if the firmware is outdated, your TV settings are incompatible or the hardware has malfunctioned. The interface and content will not load if your network is poor or if the Roku servers are down. The remote also needs working batteries and must be paired to the TV.
iPhones can send/receive messages from any phone. Messages between iPhone and Android use the cellular network, instead of WiFi. Therefore cellular data must be on and you need a strong signal. You could also check your iPhone’s settings, including Do Not Disturb, notifications and message settings.
YouTube may not work on a Hisense TV if the firmware is outdated, your internet is poor or too slow, the cache is full or the YouTube server is down. Some videos will not play because they are not available in your region. You may also need to check the TV audio settings if the sound does not work.
HBO Max will only work on Sony Android TVs running OS 5 or later. It is also only available in the US, some of Latin America and the Caribbean. Otherwise, you may be experiencing bugs in the firmware, poor or slow internet connection, an overloaded cache, or the HBO Max servers could be down.
Disney Plus may not work on Chromecast if your network is too slow or not connected, the device or Disney Plus app is outdated, the Disney Plus server is down, the app cache is full, there are too many apps open, the audio settings are incompatible or the HDMI connection is loose or unsuitable.
Netflix may not work on a Sony TV if the app or TV is not up to date or the software needs to be reset. Most issues occur if there is no internet connection or the network is slow, however, it could be your TV settings affecting the audio/video. Some older TV’s are simply no longer compatible.
If there is no sound while using a Nintendo Switch on your Samsung TV, be sure that you do not have the ‘Mute When Headphones are Disconnected Feature’ turned on. To check this, go to the ‘System Settings’ from within your console and select ‘System’ and disable this feature.
If your Samsung TV is displaying a black screen when using your Xbox, a simple reset of your TV could be the fix. To reset your TV, press and hold down the ‘Power’ button on your remote control until the TV turns off and restarts on its own. Once restarted you can release the power button.
If ESPN is not streaming on your Samsung TV, it could be that the app needs to be updated. To do this, press the ‘Home’ button on your remote control and select ‘Featured’ > ‘ESPN’ > press and hold the ‘Enter’ button and select ‘Update Apps’ > ‘All’ > ‘Update,’ then retry the app once more.
Simply sign into the Netflix app with your Netflix username and password. If you don’t have a username and password you will need to sign up for an account on the Netflix website. All Sony TVs made after 2011 have Netflix installed on them by default.
If your Samsung TV is not detecting your Sonos speaker, be sure that your TV has been updated with any new software. To do this, press the ‘Home’ button on your remote control, ‘Settings’ > ‘Support’ > ‘Software Update’ > ‘Update Now,’ and allow the update to download and install.
If Discovery Plus is displaying a black screen on your Samsung TV, one of the first things you need to do is reset the Smart Hub. To do this, refer back to the previous section, “Samsung TV Discovery Plus Not Working” and follow each step to reset the Smart Hub properly.
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If Roku on your Insignia TV is showing a black, blank, or dark screen with no picture, you may be able to fix the issue with a power cycle. To power cycle your TV, unplug the TV from the power source and allow it to sit for a few minutes before plugging it back in and testing Roku once more.
If your iPhone has undergone a factory reset, it can still be tracked by using “Find My iPhone.’ If the phone has been reset outside of iTunes, an Activation Lock will be put into place which will allow you to track the phone as long as the SIM card is still inserted and the phone is using wifi.
If your iPhone is not notifying you when you receive a text from one person, you may have accidentally activated “Do Not Disturb” or “Hide Alerts” mode. This mode will allow texts to be sent and received, but you are never notified once a text has been delivered, offering a discrete delivery mode.
If your Hisense Roku TV won’t update or keeps updating, it could be that there are no available updates. If no updates exist, updating the TV would be impossible. To check if any updates are available, press ‘Home’ > ‘Settings’ > ‘System’ > ‘OK’ > ‘System Update’ > ‘Check Now.’
If your iPhone keeps turning off and on while charging, it could be that a forced restart is in order. This restart allows the memory of your phone to refresh, which can help resolve any minor issues that may be causing your phone to turn off and on, however, this process varies for different iPhones.
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HBO Max will not work on a Roku device if it is running an OS older than Roku 9.3 or if your location is not supported. In addition to this, poor internet connection, disrupted servers, firmware bugs, the wrong audio/visual settings or insufficient space on your Roku can also disrupt HBO Max.
An iPhone may freeze due to low storage space, outdated software, bad apps, broken hardware or if it has not been restarted recently. To unfreeze an iPhone so that you can fix these issues, you can perform a hard reset, factory reset, restore a backup, enter recovery mode or repair the hardware.
A common reason Netflix doesn’t work on Sharp TVs is incompatibility; Older Sharp TVs are no longer supported by Netflix. On new TVs, you might have poor internet, outdated software, an overloaded cache or issues with the Netflix servers. Poor Netflix sound or display is often caused by TV settings.
Overall, you should first check that volume on your Chromecast and on your TV. One could be on very low, while the other could be at a normal volume. Therefore, you can simply turn it back up to the normal volume. Otherwise, the HDMI cable can be slightly loose, or the HDMI cable might be faulty.
Start by seeing if it’s just the particular movie or TV show or whether it happens on other shows as well. If it happens on other apps then it’s likely an issue with your HDMI cable, or your audio settings. But, if it’s only one particular movie or TV show then you should report it to Netflix.
Generally, this is caused by an issue with the internet connection. The Wi-Fi network that the Chromecast or the device that you are casting through the Chromecast is either disconnected, running slowly, or each device is connected to a different internet connection.
Firmware bugs are the main cause for the Spectrum TV app not working on an Apple TV. Therefore, you should keep the app up to date. Poor internet connection, insufficient space, or using the app away from home can also cause problems. Spectrum does not work on 1st, 2nd or 3rd generation Apple TVs.
Start by testing the quality of your Wi-Fi connection between your Chromecast and the Wi-Fi modem. To do that, test the speed of your Wi-Fi using another device like an iPad, or smartphone. If the internet speed is good, restart your Chromecast device, force stop the app, and clear the cache.
If your TCL TV is showing YouTube with a black screen, no picture, or a green screen, a simple fix of resetting your TV could be the solution. To reset your TCL TV, unplug your TV directly from its power source and wait for a full 60 seconds before plugging it back in and trying YouTube once more.