Free apps for Xiaomi Smart TV: full list and installation instructions

Xiaomi’s Google TV or Android TV smart TVs offer thousands of apps, but not all of them are really useful. Many users are faced with the problem of how to find quality free programs that do not overload the system with advertising and work steadily. In this article, we selected only proven applications with high ratings in Google Play that are optimized for the TV interface and do not require root rights.

Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV or Xiaomi TV A Pro are limited in memory (often only 8-16 GB), so it is important to choose lightweight apps that will not slow down the system. We have divided the selection into categories: from streaming services to optimization utilities. You will also find instructions on how to install applications that are not available in the official Google Play Store on your TV.

How to install apps on Xiaomi Smart TV: 3 ways

Before downloading, check the OS version of your TV. Current Xiaomi models run on Android TV 11/12 or Google TV, and older ones (until 2020) run on Android TV 9.

Methods of installation:

• 📱 Google Play on TV is the easiest method. Open a store on your TV, find an app, and click "Install." Suitable for officially supported programs.
• 💻 Through APK-file – if the application is not in the store, download.apk to a flash drive or through the cloud, then install through the file manager (for example, File Commander).
• 🔄 Through Send Files to TV — A free application for transferring files from your smartphone to your TV over a local network.

⚠️ Attention: Installation APK From unknown sources, it may harm the system. Check the feedback on forums before downloading (for example, check the reviews on the forums, 4PDA or XDA Developers) and use antivirus on your PC to scan the file.

Top.-5 Free apps for watching movies and TV series

Streaming services are the main reason why users buy smart TVs, but not all platforms are officially supported on Xiaomi TV, and we have selected legal and semi-legal (but secure) apps with large content libraries.

Kodi deserves a special attention: it is not just a player, but a full-fledged media center, with which you can organize your own library of movies from an external drive, connect IPTV or even watch torrents through plugins (for example, Elementum), but to work fully you will need manual configuration — this is not the most friendly option for beginners.

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If you have slow internet, in the Kodi settings, reduce the video buffer to 5-10 MB (Settings → Player → Network buffer).

Musical Apps: Listen to No Advertising

On TV, music services are often used for backgrounds during cleaning, training or parties. Unfortunately, most popular apps (like Spotify or Apple Music) do not have a full-fledged TV version.

• 🎵 YouTube Music is the official app with free access to millions of tracks (with ads) and supports playlists and recommendations.
• 🎧 SoundCloud is a huge base of independent artists, and the free version has ads, but less than Spotify.
• 📻 TuneIn Radio — over 100,000 radio stations from around the world, perfect for live fans.
• 🎶 VK Music – if you have a VKontakte account, you can listen to saved tracks without advertising (account binding is mandatory).

⚠️ Attention: Annex VK Music may not appear on Google Play on some Xiaomi models TV. In this case, download. APK from the official website vk.com (section "Applications for the TV»).

For those who prefer local files, it is suitable. VLC Android TV. It is a versatile player that supports all audio formats (including: FLAC and ALAC) And he can stream music with DLNA-servers NAS.

Xiaomi Smart TV Games: What Really Works

Games on TV are always a compromise: Xiaomi TV is only enough power for casual projects or emulators of old consoles, but even in this segment there are decent free options:

• 🎮 Asphalt 9: Legends is arcade racing with gamepad support. Graphics adapted for large screens.
• 🧩 Crossy Road is a simple but fascinating travel frog game.
• ⚽ FIFA Mobile is a football simulator with simplified gameplay.
• 🕹️ RetroArch – emulator to run games with NES, SNES, SEGA Genesis and other retro consoles. BIOS and ROM-owls.

Important nuance: For a comfortable game on Xiaomi TV It is better to use a wireless gamepad (for example, Xiaomi Game Controller or the Game Controller). 8BitDo). Control from the remote control is possible, but inconvenient in dynamic games. Also check if your model supports Google Stadia technology, this will allow you to stream AAA-Projects from the cloud (although the service is paid).

Utilities for optimizing and managing TV

Over time, any smart TV will slow down, with applications opening slowly, lags when switching channels, and the reason for this is filled memory and background processes, these tools will help to restore performance:

• 🧹 CCleaner TV — It cleans the cache, deletes unnecessary files, and optimizes memory. The free version has limitations, but basic features will suffice.
• 🔍 File Commander is a file manager with support for cloud storage. APK and make room.
• 📡 Network Analyzer — checks the speed of the Internet and the stability of the Wi-Fi connection, useful if the video is constantly hanging».
• 🔄 TV Bro – an alternative launcher for Android TV. Simplifies navigation and speeds up application launches.

⚠️ Please do not use cleaners like Clean Master or DU Speed Boosters — they often contain ad modules that slow down the system by themselves. TV: Go to Settings. → Annexes → Storage and remove cache for unnecessary programs.

If the TV is too lagging, try resetting it to factory settings.

1. Open the settings → Device → Reset.
2. Select “Erase all data”.
3. Confirm the action (may be required) PIN-code from a Google account).

Applications for work and learning on a large screen

Smart TVs can be used for more than just entertainment, such as remote work, online learning or presentations. Here are some useful tools:

• 📝 Google Docs/Sheets — Official document and spreadsheet applications, support voice input and remote control.
• 🎓 Coursera is a course from top universities, and it's easy to watch lectures on the big screen.
• 📊 Microsoft PowerPoint - Viewing and editing presentations. Requires a Microsoft account.
• 🖥️ TeamViewer QuickSupport - remote access to the PC. IT-technical support.

For a comfortable work with text, connect a wireless keyboard (for example, Xiaomi Bluetooth Keyboard), and you can also use your smartphone as a touchpad through the Remote Control for Android TV app.

Tip: If you need to switch between work windows often, install TV Launcher – it allows you to create multiple desktops, just like on a PC.

How to install apps that are not on Google Play

Many useful programs (for example, Torrent Stream Controller or Smart) IPTV) They're not in the official store. APK, but there are nuances:

1. Allow installation from unknown sources: go to Settings → Security → Unknown sources and enable the option for your file manager.
2. Download APK: Use trusted sources like apkmirror.com or aptide.com. Avoid sites with suspicious domains.
3. Transfer the file to TV: you can through a flash drive, the cloud (Google Drive) or the Send Files to TV application.
4. Install APK: Open the file through File Commander or built-in Explorer.

⚠️ Note: Some apps (such as modified versions of Netflix or Spotify) may contain malicious code.

If you have an error “Application is not compatible” during installation, try:

• Update the TV to the latest version.
• Use patched APKs (e.g., for Android TV).
• Install it through ADB (for experienced users).

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Before installation APK Always check file bit size: for most Xiaomi TV versions armeabi-v7a or arm64-v8a. Installation x86-Applications will lead to errors.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi TV apps