NOW TV is the best streaming application for Sharp TV to watch UK-based movies, sports, live TV channels, and TV series. This app is available for Sharp TV models running on Android TV OS, Google TV OS, and Roku OS. After installing the app, activate it and stream thousands of live and on-demand content on Sharp TV hassle-free.
NOW is a premium streaming service equipped with different plans like Entertainment, Sports, Cinema, and Hayu. You need to sign up for your desired plan on its official website before installing the app. This guide explains the steps to download and activate the NOW TV app on all compatible Sharp TV models.
NOTE: NOW TV is available only in the UK. To watch it in the US, you need to use a VPN like NordVPN to bypass the geo-restrictions.
How to Get NOW TV on Sharp TV
Before proceeding with the steps, connect the Sharp TV to a WiFi.
Sharp Google TV / Sharp Android TV:
- Click the Apps / Search option. If you are using Sharp Android TV, click Play Store.
- Type and search for NOW TV.
- Select the NOW app and hit Install to download it.
Sharp Roku TV:
- Tap the Streaming Channels option and click Search Channels.
- Type NOW TV and search for the app.
- Pick the app and click +Add Channel to download the app.
How to Activate NOW TV on Sharp TV
1. After installation, launch the NOW app on your Sharp TV.
2. Click the Login/Sign In option on the welcome screen.
3. Now, an Activation Code along with a web activation link (https://www.nowtv.com/ie/tv) is displayed on your TV.
4. Open the link on a browser from a PC or smartphone.
5. Enter NOW TV’s activation code in the required space and click on Continue.
6. In the following screen, sign in to your NOW TV account on the browser.
7. After successful authentication, the NOW TV app on your Sharp TV refreshes, takes you into your account, and you can start streaming your desired TV shows.
How to Use NOW TV App on Sharp TV
1. Once you open the app, the home screen of NOW TV will be filled with New and Trending sports, movies, or episodes. In addition, you will see the Recently Watched section, which contains content you have watched recently.
2. At the top, you will find several tabs. They are listed below.
- Movies
- TV Shows
- Sports
- Kids
- Hayu
- TV Guide
Choose your desired category and stream the content on Sharp TV. If you want to know about the schedule of live TV channels, move to the TV Guide section. On the top, you will see the Settings icon; select it to view the account and subscription information.
Why Can’t I Find NOW TV on my Sharp Aquos TV?
NOW TV is not available for Sharp Aquos TV. This is the reason why you can’t find the NOW TV app in Sharp Aquos TV’s App Store. If you wish to stream NOW content on the Sharp Aquos TV, you can mirror the smartphone screen on the Sharp Aquos TV and stream its content. For other Sharp TV models, you can directly cast or AirPlay the NOW TV app from your smartphone. Before casting or screen mirroring, ensure to connect your Sharp TV and phone to the same WIFI.
Why Choose NOW TV?
The top 5 reasons why you should choose NOW TV for your Sharp Smart TV are listed below.
- With NOW TV on Sharp TV, you can access all content from the Sky Network.
- You can watch the videos in different quality formats, including 720p, and 1080p.
- The NOW TV app has built-in Cast and AirPlay icon.
- All subscriptions to NOW TV let you stream the content without any commercials.
- Some plans on NOW TV also allow users to download content and stream content offline.
How to Fix NOW TV Not Working on Sharp Smart TV
Rarely, NOW TV doesn’t work because of minor technical or network issues. Some of the major reasons and solutions to fix it are tabulated below.
| Reasons | DIY Solutions |
|---|---|
| Poor network connectivity | Fix the network connection by restarting your router or by contacting the ISP |
| NOW TV subscription is expired | Renew the NOW TV subscription plan |
| Geo-restrictions | Use a VPN on your Sharp TV to bypass the geo-restrictions |
| Outdated NOW TV app | Update the app on your Sharp TV |
| TV malfunctioning or firmware bugs | Power cycle your Sharp TV Update the Sharp TV firmware |
| Incorrect login credentials | Enter the correct NOW TV login credentials |
| NOW TV activation error | Enter the right NOW TV activation code shown on the TV and activate the app again. |
FAQ
Yes. NOW TV offers a free trial of 7 days to its new subscribers. By using this option, you can stream the NOW TV content free for 1 week.
If you can’t the NOW TV app, then you might be using the Sharp Aquos TV. The NOW TV app is not available for Aquos models. If you use other Sharp models, you can’t find the app because of outdated TV firmware or incompatible models.
If you have subscribed to the NOW TV Sports membership, you can watch Sky Sports on Sharp TV using NOW TV.
