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SPECTRUM TV APP LAUNCHES ON GOOGLE TV™ AND OTHER ANDROID TV™ OS DEVICES

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Spectrum (CHTR) launched the Spectrum TV App on Google TV and other Android TV OS devices on April 15, 2026, expanding access to its pay TV streaming service.

The app is free to Spectrum TV customers, offers live TV with pause, Multiview for select sports, Cloud DVR, and On Demand, and supports Android 10 for TV+ devices from Hisense, Philips, Sony and TCL. The company says the app is the most-viewed streaming service by hours-per-household and the highest-rated pay TV streaming app.

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News Market Reaction – CHTR

+2.19%
74 alerts
+2.19% Session close to close
+2.3% Peak in 3 hr 10 min
$33.31B Market Cap
1.0x Rel. Volume

In the Apr 15 session, CHTR gained 2.19%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +2.3% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 74 alerts that day, indicating high trading interest and price volatility.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement extends the Spectrum TV App to Google TV and other Android TV OS devices, reinforc...
Analysis

This announcement extends the Spectrum TV App to Google TV and other Android TV OS devices, reinforcing Charter’s strategy of wide distribution across connected platforms. Recent history shows similar moves, such as launches on Amazon Fire TV and new viewing features like Multiview. Investors tracking this story may focus on how expanded device coverage influences engagement, the app’s standing in usage rankings, and any related disclosures in future filings or shareholder communications.

Key Figures

Current share price: $215.575 Price change 24h: -4.74% 52-week high: $437.06 +5 more
8 metrics
Current share price $215.575 Pre-news price on publication day
Price change 24h -4.74% Move during session prior to/into news
52-week high $437.06 52-week trading range high
52-week low $180.38 52-week trading range low
Exchangeable debentures repurchased $965,000,000 Aggregate original principal retired April 1, 2026
Share block repurchase 643,444 shares at $221.79 Shares sold by Liberty Broadband back to Charter
Additional share disposition 386,045 shares at $231.71 Further Liberty Broadband sale to Charter
Major holder stake 41,046,352 shares (32.4%) Liberty Broadband ownership as of Dec 31, 2025

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 31 (Positive)
Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Mar 31 App distribution expansion Positive -2.3% Announced Spectrum TV App launch on Amazon Fire TV devices at no extra cost.
Mar 24 Academic media partnership Positive +0.5% Partnered with Syracuse University’s Newhouse School to develop journalism talent and content.
Mar 23 Leadership appointment Positive +1.7% Named John Lee Head of Intelligence Ventures to build data and AI-driven products.
Mar 16 Sports feature launch Positive -0.8% Launched Multiview for NCAA basketball, allowing up to four games simultaneously.
Mar 13 Conference participation Positive +1.4% Announced CFO appearance at NSR/BCG Global Connectivity Leaders Conference with webcast access.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent corporate and product updates have produced mixed reactions, with several positive announcements followed by negative or modest price moves.

Recent Company History

Over the past month, Charter has focused on expanding Spectrum TV distribution and enhancing features. Launch plans for the Spectrum TV App on Amazon Fire TV (Mar 31) and Multiview for NCAA tournaments (Mar 16) highlighted product growth, while a Newhouse School partnership (Mar 24) and a new Head of Intelligence Ventures (Mar 23) underscored content and data initiatives. A conference participation notice (Mar 13) rounded out news flow. Today’s Google TV/Android TV OS launch continues this distribution-expansion trajectory.

Key Terms

cloud dvr
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cloud dvr technical
"Access Cloud DVR recordingsView On Demand shows and movies"
A cloud DVR is a service that records television or streaming content on remote servers instead of on a physical device in a viewer’s home, letting users pause, rewind or save programs from any internet-connected device. For investors, cloud DVRs matter because they affect subscriber experience, ongoing bandwidth and storage costs, licensing and copyright obligations, and potential recurring revenue from premium recording features—similar to replacing a home VCR with a rented, centrally managed storage locker.

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Customers Can Now Stream Live Spectrum TV on Google TV and Other Android TV OS Devices

STAMFORD, Conn., April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Spectrum TV App is now available on Google TV and other Android TV OS devices, broadening access to the industry-leading pay TV streaming app and giving Spectrum customers even more ways to watch their Spectrum TV service.

"Launching the Spectrum TV App on Google TV and other Android TV OS devices expands how customers can enjoy Spectrum TV," said Elena Ritchie, Senior Vice President, Video at Spectrum. "It's another step in giving customers more choice and flexibility in how and where they watch."

Available for free to Spectrum TV customers, the Spectrum TV App is the most-viewed streaming service in the U.S. on an hours-per-household basis and is the highest-rated pay TV streaming app in the country. The app lets customers:

  • Stream their Spectrum TV channel lineup with the ability to pause live TV
  • Use the Multiview feature for select sports games
  • Access Cloud DVR recordings
  • View On Demand shows and movies

To start watching, customers can download the Spectrum TV App from their device and seamlessly log in to the app without credentials while inside their home. The app is available on Google TV and other Android TV OS devices running Android™ 10 for TV or later, including TVs manufactured by Hisense, Philips, Sony and TCL.

In addition to Google TV and other Android TV OS devices, the Spectrum TV App is available on Xumo Stream Box, as well as Amazon Fire TV devices, Android and iOS smartphones and tablets, Apple TV, Amazon Fire Tablets, LG smart TVs, Roku, Samsung smart TVs, VIZIO smart TVs, Xbox and Xumo TV.

More information about the Spectrum TV App is available here.


"Most-viewed streaming service" claim based on Comscore CTV Intelligence Report 2022 through January 2026, U.S. Statement based on measurement of Average Hours Per HH per Month for Spectrum TV App vs. top streaming providers as measured on connected TVs, gaming consoles and streaming devices. Comscore data is normally available ~5 weeks after actual month's usage; March Report references January 2026 data. Rankings are based on available providers reported in CTVi.




"Highest-rated pay TV streaming app" claim based on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play) average ratings as of March 1, 2026. Apps must have at least 150k reviews through combination of iOS & Android store reviews as of March 1, 2026.




Android, Android TV and Google TV are trademarks of Google LLC.

About Spectrum
Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company available to 58 million homes and small to large businesses across 41 states. Founded in 1993, Charter has evolved from providing cable TV to streaming, and from high-speed Internet to a converged broadband, WiFi and mobile experience. Over the Spectrum Fiber Broadband Network and supported by our 100% U.S.-based employees, the Company offers Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet®, Mobile, TV and Voice products. 

More information can be found at corporate.charter.com

 

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SOURCE Charter Communications, Inc.

FAQ

What does the Spectrum TV App launch on Google TV mean for CHTR customers?

CHTR customers can now stream Spectrum TV directly on Google TV and Android TV OS devices at no extra cost. According to the company, the app supports live TV pause, Multiview for select sports, Cloud DVR access and On Demand viewing for enrolled Spectrum TV subscribers.

Which devices are compatible with the Spectrum TV App launch on April 15, 2026 for CHTR?

The app is available on Google TV and Android TV OS devices running Android 10 for TV or later. According to the company, compatible TVs include models from Hisense, Philips, Sony and TCL, plus other Android TV OS devices.

Does the Spectrum TV App require separate login on Google TV and Android TV OS for CHTR customers?

Customers can download and seamlessly log in without entering credentials while inside their home network. According to the company, the app enables in-home automatic authentication for enrolled Spectrum TV customers.

What viewing features does the Spectrum TV App on Google TV offer to Spectrum (CHTR) subscribers?

The app offers live channel streaming with pause, Multiview for select sports games, Cloud DVR recordings and On Demand titles. According to the company, these features are available to Spectrum TV customers at no additional app charge.

How does the company justify calling the Spectrum TV App 'most-viewed' and 'highest-rated' for CHTR?

The company cites Comscore CTV Intelligence data and app store ratings to support the claims. According to the company, Comscore measured average hours per household and app ratings combine iOS and Android store averages as of March 1, 2026.