Apple TV+ Finally Lands on Android—Because Not Everyone Wants an iPhone

It finally happened. Apple TV+ is now officially available for Android users, and you don’t need an iPhone, iPad, or even a grudging respect for Apple’s ecosystem to enjoy it. Yes, Android users, you can now binge Severance, Ted Lasso, and Foundation without betraying your lifelong loyalty to the green bubble.

The Apple TV+ app is live on the Google Play Store, ready to be installed on any device running Android 10 or later. Whether you’ve got a foldable, a tablet, or an ageing phone held together by sheer determination, Apple TV+ is now within reach. No Apple ID is required, and there are no sneaky Apple Pay tricks—just straight-up Android goodness.

But why now? Why is Apple suddenly cosying up to the platform it has spent years pretending doesn’t exist?

Apple TV+ on Android: What’s the Catch?

You might wonder, “Is this a glitch in the Matrix?” After all, Apple isn’t exactly known for playing nice with Android users. But this move isn’t about kindness—it’s about Major League Soccer and Major League Baseball.

Apple recently secured major deals with MLS and MLB, making Apple TV+ the exclusive home for streaming games. And let’s be real, not every soccer or baseball fan is rocking an iPhone. So, instead of missing out on potential subscribers, Apple made the very un-Apple-like decision to expand Apple TV+ beyond its walled garden.

The timing is perfect. YouTube TV raised its prices, other streaming services are juggling their subscriptions like a circus act, and Apple is quietly swooping in to offer premium content at a competitive price.

Translation: Apple TV+ isn’t just for Apple users anymore—it’s for anyone willing to drop $10 a month for high-quality shows, movies, and exclusive sports content.

What Can Android Users Expect?

The Apple TV+ app on Android is built from the ground up to work seamlessly with smartphones, foldables, and tablets. The interface is similar to what you’d find on an iPhone or Apple TV device, and yes, you get all the core features, including:

✔ Continue Watching – Pick up right where you left off on any device.
✔ Offline Viewing – Download episodes and movies to watch without Wi-Fi.
✔ Google Play Billing – Subscribe directly through Google Play, no Apple ID is needed.
✔ Original Apple Content – Enjoy award-winning series and exclusives like Killers of the Flower Moon, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and The Morning Show.

Sounds great, right? But, of course, there’s a catch.

The one major omission? No Chromecast support. That’s right—you can’t cast Apple TV+ to your Google devices (yet). While you can stream on your phone or tablet, Apple isn’t making it easy for you to beam that content to your big-screen TV unless you own an Apple TV device. Coincidence? I think not.

How Much Does It Cost?

Apple is keeping the same pricing structure for Android users as it does for Apple users:

• $10 per month for a subscription
• $100 per year for an annual plan
• A 7-day free trial to test the waters before committing

And with the MLS season kicking off soon, there’s a strong chance Apple will try to sweeten the deal with sports-related promotions.

Why This Move Makes Sense for Apple

Let’s face it—Apple TV+ has some of the best-reviewed shows out there, but it has always struggled to compete with Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max in terms of raw subscriber numbers.

By opening up to Android users, Apple is making a play for a much bigger audience without compromising its own hardware sales. Think of it as a gateway drug—hook Android users with Apple TV+, and maybe, just maybe, they’ll consider buying an Apple device later.

And let’s not forget: Apple has been on a mission to diversify its revenue streams, shifting focus toward services rather than hardware alone. With the streaming wars still raging, this is Apple’s chance to pull in users who might never own an iPhone but still want premium content.

Should Android Users Care?

Absolutely. Whether you’re a die-hard Ted Lasso fan, an MLS supporter, or just looking for another streaming service to rotate in and out of your subscription lineup, Apple TV+ on Android is a win.

Sure, the lack of Chromecast support is annoying, but if Apple eventually fixes that, this could be a major game-changer. For now, Android users can finally experience what Apple TV+ has to offer—without stepping foot into an Apple Store or dealing with a “genius” trying to upsell them on an iPad they don’t need.