Stream Xbox One Live TV to PC, iPhone & Android

Xbox One TV Integration and Streaming Capabilities

Configuring your Xbox One for TV integration unlocks functionalities extending beyond simply viewing television content on the console itself.

A key benefit is the ability to stream live, over-the-air TV broadcasts from your Xbox One to various devices, including Windows 10 PCs, Windows phones, iPhones, iPads, and Android devices.

Important Limitations

It's crucial to understand that this streaming functionality is confined to your local home network. Streaming TV content over the internet is not supported.

Furthermore, the feature is exclusively compatible with over-the-air television signals. Live TV received through cable or satellite boxes cannot be streamed using this method.

Historical Context

Initially, Windows 10 included a feature allowing Xbox-to-PC streaming of live TV. However, this capability was subsequently removed.

The removal is likely due to complex copyright and licensing restrictions that presented significant obstacles to continued operation.

Note: This functionality relies on a direct connection to an antenna and does not support streaming from set-top boxes.

Streaming TV to a Windows 10 Computer

Related: Methods for Viewing Television Content via Your Xbox One, Even Without a Traditional Cable Subscription.

The Xbox app on Windows 10 facilitates the streaming of live television directly to your personal computer. This functionality mirrors the process used for streaming Xbox One games to a PC.

Initiating the Stream

Begin by launching the Xbox app on your Windows 10 PC. Locate and select the "Connect" icon, typically found in the lower-left corner of the application window. Establish a connection to your Xbox One console if a connection isn’t already active.

Your computer will automatically scan your network for the presence of your Xbox One. The console should be detected and displayed rapidly.

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Once connected, click the "Stream" icon positioned at the top of the connection pane. This action initiates the streaming process from your Xbox One. If television is already being viewed on the console, the stream will commence immediately on your computer.

Playback controls are available at the top of the window, allowing you to manage the stream and switch between applications, similar to other Windows programs.

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Using OneGuide

Should your Xbox One not already be tuned to a television channel, an Xbox One controller connected to your PC can be utilized. This allows you to launch the OneGuide application.

With OneGuide, you can access and watch television content. Channel selection and playback control are managed through the connected Xbox One controller, mirroring the experience on a television.

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Streaming TV to Mobile Devices: iPhone, iPad, and Android

Please note: Microsoft discontinued this functionality within its applications for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices in December of 2018.

Further reading: A guide on streaming Xbox One games to a Windows 10 PC is available.

Television broadcasts can be extended to mobile platforms—including iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and even Windows Phones—through the utilization of the Xbox One SmartGlass application. The application can be downloaded from Apple’s App Store, Google Play, or the Windows Phone store, based on your specific device.

Launch the Xbox One SmartGlass app on your chosen device and log in using your Microsoft account credentials. Upon successful login, your device will automatically identify the Xbox One console present on your network.

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To initiate TV viewing, select the "TV" tile within the SmartGlass app interface. Subsequently, tap "Watch TV" to begin streaming live television to your device. Control options, such as channel switching, pausing, rewinding, and fast forwarding, are readily available.

The Xbox One will continue broadcasting live TV to your television set while simultaneously streaming it to your mobile device, enabling viewing across multiple screens.

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The Xbox One SmartGlass app also functions as a remote control. Access the OneGuide section within the app to view current programming and change channels on your connected TV.