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If you have not already downloaded the app:
- Go to the Roku Channel Store from the home screen
- Find Channel 4 in the Film and TV genre
- Select Add Channel
- To immediately launch, select Go to Channel
- This will download the channel to the My Channels area on your home screen
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Channel 4 streaming is not available on the LG 2020 model, but can be accessed on the LG 2021 model or via a number of other devices and platforms, such as Freeview, Roku/Now TV, PS 3/4, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Virgin and Sky.
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Watch Live is supported on most of our platforms (Amazon, Roku, PS4, Samsung Tizen, iOS, Android and Channel4.com).
To check the TV Guide CLICK HERE
If you are having any issues with Watch Live please get in touch via our CONTACT US form.
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Subtitles via Watch Live are supported on most of our programming and platforms (Amazon, Roku, iOS, Android and within a web browser) however not everything will carry subtitles either because none are available or, as in the case of some of our older content, because the subtitle format is not compatible (e.g Everybody Loves Raymond, Frasier, etc.). If subtitles are available, an 'S' button will be visible on screen.
If you are having any issues with the subtitles via Watch Live please get in touch via the contact us form on our website www.channel4.com.
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Channel 4's streaming service is provided completely free and gives you access to a wide catalogue of programmes. Watch our channels live, catch up on a programme you've missed, discover brand new and exclusive shows and if you prefer to watch episodes back to back we have a huge selection of Box Sets available. You'll get personalised recommendations and your own My 4 space for easy access to your favourite shows and, for watching on the go, you can download programmes within the Channel 4 mobile and tablet apps. it is also available on the following platforms: channel4.com website, Amazon Fire, Android app, Chromecast, Freeview Play, iPhone and iPad app, Now TV, PS4, Roku, Samsung TV, Windows app, XBox one and YouView
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The minimum operating requirements for each platform are described below.
Accessing online at www.channel4.com
In order to watch you will need:- A laptop or desktop with a currently supported version of Microsoft Windows or Apple macOS.
- An internet connection
- And one of our recommended browsers:
- Google Chrome (latest version)
- Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
- Microsoft Edge (latest version)
- Safari (latest version)
You can access the mobile website and browse our catalogue of content on:
- Mobile and tablet devices with an internet connection
Please note: Internet Explorer 11 is no longer being supported. To continue watching we would strongly suggest that you update to one of the browsers above.iPhone and iPad apps:
- An internet connection
- iOS 12 and above
- content is only available with an internet connection unless you have downloaded our programmes to watch offline; you can browse and watch video using mobile data or Wi-Fi connectivity. To stream or download on mobile data, you'll need to turn off the 'Stream/Download only on Wi-Fi' toggles in your app settings
- Download our free app for iOS by visiting the iTunes app store from your deviceAndroid apps:
- An internet connection
- Android OS 5.0 and above. For security reasons, rooted devices are not support
- content is only available with an internet connection unless you have downloaded our programmes to watch offline; you can browse and watch video using mobile data or Wi-Fi connectivity. To stream or download on mobile data, you'll need to turn off the 'Stream/Download only on Wi-Fi' toggles in your app settings
- Download our free app for Android by visiting Google Play or Amazon storeChromecast:
- Use your Android or iOS device, or the Chrome browser on your computer, to cast content directly to your TV.TVs, Consoles and Set Top Boxes:
Content is available on the following devices:
- PS4, PS5, XBoxOne, YouView, Roku, Samsung Tizen (mid-2015 models and above), Amazon Fire, FreeviewPlay, Now TV, Sky, Virgin Media, Apple TVAccessing Channel 4+
Channel 4+ is available across all devices and the same minimum requirements as accessing the Channel 4 app apply. To sign up log into your account and select account settings.If you are unsure what the latest browser versions are this information can be found online search for latest browser guide. (Please be aware, Channel 4 is not responsible for the content of third party sites.)
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