# FYI TV: Passionate Enthusiasts

> Watch your favorite TV series

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id887597381](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id887597381)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id887597381`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** A+E Global Media
- **Category:** Entertainment
- **Rating:** 4.10 / 5 (148 ratings)
- **Version:** 11.1.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-10
- **First published:** 2014-06-27
- **Size:** 122 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-08-31
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fyi-tv-passionate-enthusiasts/id887597381)
- **Website:** [https://www.fyi.tv/](https://www.fyi.tv/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.aenetworks.com/consumer-privacy-policy](https://www.aenetworks.com/consumer-privacy-policy)

## Description

FYI TV: Passionate Enthusiasts is a Chrome extension that lets you stream FYI TV shows. You can watch full episodes, catch up on entire seasons, view exclusive clips and deleted scenes, and create a personal FYI profile to continue watching on any device.

The content is organized into channels: HOME.MADE for DIY and home improvement, DRIVE for cars and travel, OUTDOORS for outdoor adventures, COLLECTIBLES for treasures, and HERO for courageous stories. The extension is free to use and supports signing in with a TV provider for additional access. It also uses Nielsen measurement to help with market research, and FYI content streams in the United States.

## Review summary

Users like the FYI TV library and the easy, device-friendly viewing experience, with good video quality and free access. However, recurring issues with Live TV, ad-induced freezes, general instability, lack of Chromecast support, and missing content/seasons significantly impact the overall experience.

### Pros

- Extensive library of FYI shows, including nostalgic titles that aren’t easily found elsewhere.
- Easy-to-use interface with intuitive navigation and generally quick loading.
- Good video quality with new episodes available and reliable access to content.
- Strong performance on Apple devices (iPad and Apple TV), including 4K on Apple TV.
- Free, ad-supported access helps users watch without a paid subscription.

### Cons

- Live TV often fails to load or requires provider authentication, making live viewing unreliable.
- Ad playback frequently freezes, stutters, or causes the app to crash after commercials.
- Overall app stability is poor at times, with crashes and slow responsiveness beyond just ad playback.
- No Chromecast support, limiting casting to larger screens or other devices.
- Content gaps exist: some shows/seasons are missing or behind paywalls, reducing access to desired content.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id887597381)