# Spectrum TV

> With Spectrum TV for Android, watch your favorite shows live and On Demand.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.TWCableTV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.TWCableTV)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.TWCableTV`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Charter/Spectrum
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 22,265,316
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (367,531 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.10.0.291093679.release
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-31
- **First published:** 2011-11-29
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 69 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.TWCableTV)
- **Website:** [http://www.charter.net/support/tv/spectrum-tv-app/](http://www.charter.net/support/tv/spectrum-tv-app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.charter.com/policies/your-privacy-rights.html](https://www.charter.com/policies/your-privacy-rights.html)

## Description

Spectrum TV is your all-in-one streaming solution that lets you watch live TV and thousands of On Demand shows from anywhere. Effortlessly cast content from your phone or tablet to any compatible Chromecast-enabled TV, creating a seamless viewing experience across devices. The app features a personalized guide where you can set your favorite channels and easily search by show title, network, actor, or sports team.

Control your viewing with convenient options to change channels on your Spectrum receiver and manage DVR recordings — including scheduling, playback, and deletion. Parental controls are included, allowing you to set PINs to block inappropriate content across all devices in your household. To use Spectrum TV, a Spectrum TV subscription with login credentials and an optional in-home WiFi connection is required. Enjoy the flexibility to watch your favorite entertainment whenever and wherever you want.

## Rankings

- #6,927 — Overall
- #99 — Entertainment (Free)
- #18 — channel
- #24 — tv
- #25 — stream

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_CLOSE_SYSTEM_DIALOGS`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.TWCableTV.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users generally praise Spectrum TV for Android as a great, easy-to-use mobile app. However, repeated problems include login/auth failures, stability/ playback issues on some devices, and a notable lack of Google TV compatibility. Some respondents also mention device-specific problems (e.g., Xiaomi Pad 6) and request features like scheduling shows. Overall sentiment is positive for mobile use, but reliability and platform compatibility remain key concerns.

### Pros

- Strong positive overall sentiment: users frequently call the app great, awesome, or love it
- Works well on mobile devices (phones) with many reviews noting good performance on mobile
- Helpful and responsive support is implied by mentions of staff and support interactions
- Some reviews highlight fast news updates and general value of the service

### Cons

- Login/auth failures: login screen failing to load or users unable to sign in
- App stability/playing issues: app won’t load or play on certain devices or after updates
- Lack of Google TV compatibility: requests for a Google TV version are common

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.TWCableTV)