X App for Apple TV: How to Get X on Your TV
There's no official X app for Apple TV — but if you're looking for one, you're in the right place. This guide covers everything you need to know about using X (Twitter) on your Apple TV, including the best third-party app available right now.
The Short Answer
X Corp. has not built an official X app for Apple TV. But XTTV is a dedicated Apple TV app that lets you watch X videos on the big screen with a native TV interface — and it's the closest thing to an official X app you'll find.
What an X App for Apple TV Should Do
If X built an official tvOS app, it would probably let you:
- Search for videos by keyword or hashtag
- Browse a creator's videos by entering their username
- Play videos natively on the TV without needing your phone
- Use the Apple TV remote for navigation
- Sync your bookmarks so you can watch saved videos on the big screen
XTTV does all of this.
XTTV: The X App for Apple TV
XTTV is an independent Apple TV app designed specifically for watching X video content on the big screen.
Features
- Keyword search — Type any topic, hashtag, or phrase to find relevant X videos
- Creator browsing — Enter any X username to see their publicly available videos
- Tweet ID lookup — Know the exact post? Enter the tweet ID to jump straight to the video
- Bookmark sync — Connect your X account and your saved bookmarks appear automatically
- Native playback — Videos stream directly from X's servers to your TV, no AirPlay needed
- Remote-friendly — Built for the Apple TV remote, not a touchscreen port
Pricing
$1.99/month during beta (early-bird rate locked in permanently for early subscribers). Billed monthly, cancel anytime.
Requirements
- Apple TV 4K (any generation)
- tvOS 18.2 or later
- Apple TV HD is not supported
How to Install XTTV on Apple TV
- Open the App Store on your Apple TV
- Search for XTTV
- Download and install
- Open XTTV and start searching for videos
That's it. No setup wizard, no account required to start browsing. Bookmark sync requires connecting your X account, which takes about 30 seconds.
XTTV vs AirPlay: Why a Native App Is Better
| AirPlay | XTTV | |
|---|---|---|
| Video quality | Degraded, buffering | Full quality, smooth |
| Phone required | Yes, always | No, never |
| Browse multiple videos | No, must use phone each time | Yes, use remote |
| Notifications on screen | Yes (if mirroring) | No |
| Remote control | No | Yes, full support |
| Background play | Stops when phone locks | Plays continuously |
If you've ever tried watching more than one X video via AirPlay, you know how quickly the experience falls apart. A native app solves every problem AirPlay has.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an official X app for Apple TV?
No. X Corp. has not released an official app for Apple TV or tvOS.
Is XTTV the same as an official X app?
No. XTTV is an independent third-party app. It's not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by X Corp. But it provides the X video viewing experience that Apple TV users want.
Can I download X on Apple TV?
You can't download the official X app because it doesn't exist for Apple TV. You can download XTTV, which is an X video viewer for Apple TV, from the App Store.
Does XTTV work with Android TV?
Yes. XTTV is also available for Android TV 8.0+. You can download the APK from the XTTV website.
Does XTTV store or download videos?
No. All videos are streamed directly from X's servers. XTTV does not store, cache, or redistribute any content.
Get XTTV for Apple TV
Ready to watch X videos on your TV the way they're meant to be watched?
Download XTTV from the App Store — it takes less than a minute to set up.
Try XTTV on your TV
Watch X videos on the big screen — smooth playback, remote-friendly, no AirPlay needed.
Apple TV 4K (tvOS 18.2+) · Android TV 8.0+