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How to Update the Tubi App on Your Device

Keeping your Tubi app and device software up to date helps prevent issues like buffering, freezing, crashing, and error codes. If you're experiencing any of these, updating is a great first step.

Find your device below for step-by-step instructions on updating both the Tubi app and your device software.

Mobile Devices

iPhone / iPad

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Open the App Store
  2. Tap your profile icon in the top right
  3. Scroll down to see available updates
  4. Find Tubi and tap Update (if an update is available)

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > General > Software Update
  2. If an update is available, tap Download and Install
Android Phone / Tablet

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Open the Google Play Store
  2. Tap your profile icon in the top right
  3. Tap Manage apps & device
  4. Find Tubi under Updates available and tap Update

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > System > System Update (may vary by manufacturer)
  2. Tap Check for update and follow the prompts
Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Open the Amazon Appstore
  2. Tap the menu icon and select App Updates
  3. Find Tubi and tap Update (if available)

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > Device Options > System Updates
  2. Tap Check Now and follow the prompts

Streaming Devices & Media Players

Roku

Update the Tubi app:

  1. From the Roku Home screen, highlight the Tubi app
  2. Press the * (star) button on your remote
  3. Select Check for updates

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > System > System Update
  2. Select Check Now
Amazon Fire TV / Fire Stick

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications
  2. Select Tubi
  3. Select Update (if an update is available)

Fire TV devices also update apps automatically when connected to the internet. You can also go to the Appstore, navigate to Tubi, and check for an available update.

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > My Fire TV > About
  2. Select Check for Updates or Install Update
Apple TV (4th Generation or later)

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Open the App Store on your Apple TV
  2. Find Tubi and select Update (if available)

To turn on automatic updates: Go to Settings > Apps and make sure Automatically Update Apps is turned on.

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > System > Software Updates
  2. Select Update Software
Chromecast

Chromecast does not have a standalone Tubi app — you cast from the Tubi app on your phone or tablet. To update:

  1. Make sure the Tubi app on your phone/tablet is up to date (see iPhone/iPad or Android sections above)
  2. To update your Chromecast firmware, open the Google Home app > select your Chromecast > Settings > Device information — if an update is available, it will install automatically
Android TV

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android TV
  2. Go to My Apps
  3. Find Tubi and select Update (if available)

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > About > System Update
  2. Follow the prompts to check for and install updates
Nvidia Shield

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Open the Google Play Store on your Nvidia Shield
  2. Go to My Apps
  3. Find Tubi and select Update (if available)

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > About > System Upgrade
  2. Select Check for Upgrade
TiVo

Update the Tubi app:

TiVo apps are managed through TiVo's system and typically update automatically. If Tubi isn't working properly:

  1. Make sure your TiVo is connected to the internet
  2. Restart your TiVo box by unplugging it for 30 seconds

Update your device software:

  1. Go to TiVo Central > Settings & Messages > Settings > Network
  2. Select Connect to the TiVo service now — this will check for and install any available updates
Google Nest Hub

Tubi on Google Nest Hub is accessed via Google Assistant ("Hey Google, play Tubi"). The Nest Hub updates automatically when connected to Wi-Fi.

To check for updates:

  1. Open the Google Home app on your phone
  2. Select your Nest Hub device
  3. Tap the Settings gear > Device information
  4. If an update is available, it will appear here
Amazon Echo Show

Update the Tubi app:

The Echo Show manages apps through Amazon's system. To ensure you have the latest version:

  1. Say "Alexa, open Tubi" — the latest version will load automatically
  2. If Tubi isn't working, restart your Echo Show: Settings > Device Options > Restart

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > Device Options > Check for Software Updates

Smart TVs

Samsung Smart TV

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Press the Home button on your remote
  2. Navigate to Apps
  3. Select the Settings icon (gear) in the top right
  4. Find Tubi and select Update (if available)

On most Samsung TVs, apps update automatically. If Tubi isn't updating, try deleting and reinstalling the app from the Samsung App Store.

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > Support > Software Update
  2. Select Update Now
LG Smart TV

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Press the Home button on your remote
  2. Go to the LG Content Store
  3. Find Tubi and check for an available update

If no update option appears, LG apps typically update automatically.

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > All Settings > General > About This TV
  2. Select Check for Updates
Vizio Smart TV

Update the Tubi app:

Vizio SmartCast TVs update apps automatically. If you're having issues, try restarting your TV by unplugging it for 30 seconds.

Update your device software:

  1. Press the V or Home button on your remote
  2. Go to Settings > System > Check for Updates
  3. After the update, reopen Tubi
Hisense Smart TV

Update the Tubi app:

Depending on your Hisense TV model, Tubi may run through the built-in VIDAA, Roku, Android TV, or Google TV system. Follow the update steps for whichever system your TV uses:

  • Roku-based Hisense: See the Roku section above
  • Android TV / Google TV-based Hisense: See the Android TV section above
  • VIDAA-based Hisense: Apps typically update automatically. Restart the TV if Tubi isn't working properly.

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > Support > System Update
  2. Select Check Firmware Upgrade

Gaming Consoles

PlayStation 4 / PlayStation 5

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Highlight the Tubi app on your home screen
  2. Press the Options button on your controller
  3. Select Check for Update

Update your device software:

  1. Go to Settings > System Software Update and Settings
  2. Select Update System Software
Xbox One / Xbox Series S / Xbox Series X

Update the Tubi app:

  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller
  2. Go to My games & apps > Manage > Updates
  3. If a Tubi update is available, select it to install

Update your device software:

  1. Press the Xbox button > Profile & system > Settings
  2. Go to System > Updates
  3. Select Update console if available

Set-Top Boxes

Comcast Xfinity X1

Tubi on Xfinity X1 is accessed through the Xfinity platform and updates are managed by Comcast. If Tubi isn't working properly:

  1. Say "Tubi" into your Xfinity Voice Remote to launch the app
  2. If the app isn't responding, restart your X1 box by unplugging it for 30 seconds
  3. For system updates, Xfinity X1 boxes update automatically
Cox Contour

Tubi on Cox Contour is accessed through the Contour platform. Updates are managed by Cox. If Tubi isn't working properly:

  1. Restart your Contour box by unplugging it for 30 seconds
  2. Cox Contour boxes receive updates automatically

Web

Web Browser (tubitv.com)

No app update needed — tubitv.com always runs the latest version.

If you're experiencing issues on the web, try:

  1. Clear your browser cache and cookies
  2. Try a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
  3. Disable browser extensions that may interfere (especially ad blockers)
  4. Make sure your browser is up to date

Still having issues?

If you've updated both the Tubi app and your device and are still experiencing problems, try these additional steps:

  1. Restart your device after updating
  2. Clear the Tubi app cache (if your device supports it)
  3. Uninstall and reinstall the Tubi app

If the issue persists, contact us and include:

  • Your device type and model
  • Your Tubi app version (found in the app's Settings or About section)
  • A description of the issue you're experiencing

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