Today, TCL, makers of the popular Roku TV, Fire TV and Google TV, announced a new free streaming service called TCLtv+. The new service will offer over 200 live channels and over 1,500 of his on-demand movies and TV shows. TCL also says it will add new titles weekly from major content providers. This includes content from NBCUniversal, Scripps Media, FilmRise and more.
“As the top two best-selling TV brands in the United States for four consecutive years, TCL continues to innovate and seek ways to deliver greater value and, more importantly, a better experience to our customers. Offering free content has played a major role in our continued success and we are thrilled to make our mark in the streaming world with TCLtv+,” said Mark Chan, President of TCL North America. “We are always listening to our consumers and with TCLtv+ we are meeting their demands for more content and new experiences. We’re improving our content by making it look better and making it free.”
“With trusted partners on the cutting edge of technology, TCLtv+ brings premium content to FAST channel and AVOD (ad-supported video on demand) audiences. It brings viewers the next generation of television with a broader and more dynamic library,” said Haohong Wang, general manager of TCL Research America. “Our award-winning smart TV lineup continues to raise the bar for consumers seeking the very best in entertainment, pushing the boundaries of what a world-class product can achieve. We are leading the future of television with enhanced viewing capabilities with IDEO that make viewing a deeper, more interactive experience.”
TCLtv+ is now available on TCL TVs with Google TV in the US and Canada. TCL says the new service will soon be available on TCL sets powered by the Roku TV and Fire TV platforms. Customers can automatically view your channel and start using the service for free. No subscriptions, fees or logins are required to access TCLtv+. An exact date for support on Roku TV and Fire TV has not been announced.