Apple TV 4K
Fast, quiet and simple, with a great remote and automatic frame rate matching. The model with Ethernet is the one to get for live sport.
Apple devices make a superb Irish IPTV player, from the big screen in the living room to an iPhone on the train. Apple only allows apps from the App Store, so this guide shows you which IPTV players to use, how to log in on each device, and the settings that make sport and films look their best.
Open the App Store on your Apple TV, iPhone or iPad and install an IPTV player such as IPTVX, iPlayTV, UHF or Smarters Player Lite. Open the player, choose to add a playlist with Xtream Codes, and enter the server address, username and password we send you on WhatsApp. Your Irish channels, TV guide, films and series load in a minute or two.
Choose your device below. The steps are similar on each, and your one IrishIPTV login works on all of them.
Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K both run IPTV players from the App Store. The Apple TV 4K is one of the smoothest IPTV devices you can buy, especially on a network cable.
TipTurn on Match Frame Rate in Settings, Video and Audio, Match Content. Irish and UK channels broadcast at 50 frames per second, and this stops judder in sport.
Watch Irish TV anywhere on your iPhone, on Wi-Fi or mobile data. Most players support picture-in-picture and AirPlay to your TV.
TipLock the screen orientation off in Control Centre so videos turn to full screen when you rotate the phone.
The iPad's bigger screen is perfect for watching in the kitchen or in bed, and it can watch while you use other apps.
TipTurn on Auto Lock for Never only while watching, so the screen does not dim mid-match. Turn it back afterwards to save battery.
Mac computers can use App Store players or the free VLC player with your M3U link.
TipVLC is free but has no TV guide. A dedicated player gives you the full guide, favourites and films.
All of these work with your IrishIPTV Xtream Codes login or M3U link. App names, features and prices change, so ask us which one we recommend today.
| App | Apple TV | iPhone and iPad | TV guide | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPTVX | Yes | Yes, and Mac | Yes | Free to try, paid upgrade |
| iPlayTV | Yes | Yes | Yes | Paid app |
| UHF | Yes | Yes | Yes | Free with paid upgrade |
| Smarters Player Lite | Yes | Yes | Yes | Free |
| GSE Smart IPTV | Yes | Yes | Yes | Free with paid upgrade |
| VLC | Yes | Yes, and Mac | No | Free |
Every current Apple device plays IrishIPTV well. They suit different rooms and habits.
Fast, quiet and simple, with a great remote and automatic frame rate matching. The model with Ethernet is the one to get for live sport.
The older HD model runs the same apps, but it is slower and has no 4K. Fine for a bedroom TV.
A big, bright screen for the kitchen or bed, with picture-in-picture and Split View for watching while you do other things.
Your Irish channels in your pocket, on Wi-Fi or 4G and 5G, and AirPlay to any Apple TV when you get home.
No Apple TV? A Firestick is a cheaper way to add IPTV to any TV, and it runs our free app.
Apple's system features work with most IPTV players, so you get more than just live TV.
Start a channel on your iPhone or iPad and send it to an Apple TV or AirPlay smart TV with one tap.
Keep the match playing in a small window while you check messages or browse.
Players such as IPTVX and iPlayTV show the full TV guide, and catch-up on supported channels.
Browse 160,000+ films and series with posters, descriptions and resume where you left off.
Use the same IrishIPTV login on your Apple TV, iPhone, iPad and Mac. Watch on two or three at once with a multi-screen plan.
Every app comes from the App Store and is checked by Apple, so there is nothing to sideload.
Change these once in the Apple TV Settings app.
Settings, Video and Audio, Match Content, Match Frame Rate. Stops judder on 50 fps Irish and UK sport.
Same menu. Lets SDR channels show as SDR, so colours look natural instead of washed out.
Settings, Video and Audio, Format. Choose 4K SDR on a 4K TV and let Match Content switch to HDR when needed.
Settings, General, Screen Saver. Most players block it, but a longer start time avoids surprises.
The Ethernet model gives a steadier picture than Wi-Fi for 4K sport.
Settings, System, Software Updates. Turn on automatic updates outside match times.
IPTV works well on 4G and 5G in Ireland. Keep an eye on your data allowance.
Uses roughly 1 GB an hour. Fine for a phone screen on the go.
Uses roughly 2 to 3 GB an hour. Best on 4G or 5G with a generous plan.
Uses about 7 GB or more an hour. Keep 4K for Wi-Fi and the big screen.
Most channels come in SD, HD and FHD. Pick SD or HD on the go.
Switch on Wi-Fi Assist only if you have plenty of data, as it uses mobile data when Wi-Fi is weak.
Roaming in the EU uses your Irish allowance within fair use limits. Outside the EU, use Wi-Fi.
Copy your login from WhatsApp and paste it. Most login errors are typing mistakes.
On Apple TV, press the TV button twice and swipe the app up. On iPhone, swipe up and close it.
Settings, System, Restart clears the memory and fixes most freezes.
Players store guide data and images. Offload apps you do not use in Settings, General, Storage.
Keep the Apple TV or iPad on the 5 GHz network, close to the router.
If the TV guide is out, set the app time zone to Dublin.
Some IPTV apps come and go. Message us and we recommend one that is available today.
Check the server address includes http:// and the port if we sent one, and paste the username and password exactly.
Try another player or the M3U login. Some players struggle with certain stream types.
Keep both devices on the same Wi-Fi network and update iOS and tvOS.
Turn on Match Frame Rate on Apple TV, as above.
Use Ethernet or 5 GHz Wi-Fi and pick the FHD version. See our buffering fix guide.
Your iPhone and iPad are the easiest way to watch Irish TV on holiday or when working away. Install the player before you travel, log in at home, and the channels are ready wherever you have a good connection. See our guide to watching Irish TV abroad.
IPTVX, iPlayTV and UHF are popular choices with a good TV guide. App availability changes, so message us and we recommend the best one today.
No. TiviMate is only for Android devices. On Apple, use a player such as IPTVX, iPlayTV or UHF.
The Apple version is called Smarters Player Lite. It works with your Xtream Codes login.
No. Apple TV only installs apps from the App Store, which is why you use a player app from the store.
Yes. HD uses roughly 2 to 3 GB an hour, so watch on Wi-Fi when you can.
Yes, in most players. Tap the AirPlay icon and choose your Apple TV or AirPlay smart TV.
Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K work. Older models that cannot install App Store apps do not.
Yes. Use the same login on every device. Watch on two at once with the 2-screen plan.
Yes. Use a Mac player such as IPTVX, or the free VLC player with your M3U link.
Match Frame Rate is off. Turn it on in Settings, Video and Audio, Match Content.
Some players are free, others ask for a small fee to the developer. That is separate from your IrishIPTV plan.
Yes. Message us on WhatsApp and we guide you through every step, 24/7.
Yes. Swipe to move through channels and the guide, click to select and press Back or the menu button to return to the list.
Yes, in most players. Start a channel, then swipe home and the video keeps playing in a small window.
Some players run on Vision Pro as iPad apps. Video does not play on CarPlay while driving, for safety reasons.
Message us on WhatsApp and our team will guide you through every step, 24/7. Or start a free 24-hour trial and set it up today.
