XFINITY has become a major player in the TV space over the last decade. Today we will learn how to install YouTube on Xfinity X1. The company offers both cable and satellite services, and now they are also offering their customers access to YouTube.
YouTube is one of the largest video platforms on the web. Millions of people watch billions of hours of video every month. If you want to reach them, you need to get YouTube on your television.
That’s where XFINITY comes in. XFINITY launched its new X1 platform earlier this year, which allows users to stream content from services like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Go, and more.
If you want to get YouTube app on X1, there are two major things that you’ll need;
- Compatible/Latest version of Xfinity X1 TV Box
- Xfinity Internet Service.
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How to get YouTube on X1 Set Box?
- Press Xfinity Button on your remote
- Navigate to Apps
- Now look for YouTube
- You can as well open the app through the voice control by easily saying ‘YouTube’
- It’s also easier to search for specific video types using the voice command
- If the YouTube app has launched then you can continue searching for specific videos. This is easier to use through the Voice control. Otherwise, you can search for select videos using the on-screen keyboard.
How to manage your YouTube account on X1?
If you want to sign in to a new YouTube account or disconnect an account, you can follow these simple steps;
- Head to Sign In
- Search youtube.com/activate on your Mobile device or your computer
- Now enter the code provided on the X1 YouTube account.
You will now be able to access your YouTube TV subscription and playlists. This is in case you have YouTube premium.
How To switch to various YouTube accounts;
- Select the logged-in user’s name from the Main Menu if you’ve signed into multiple accounts.
- Select the name of the YouTube account you want to switch to.
How To Sign in to more than one YouTube account;
- After you’ve signed into the first account, select the name of the logged-in user from the Main Menu.
- Click the Add Account option.
- Repeat the same sign-in process.
How To sign out of your YouTube account;
- Go to your account’s icon.
- From the drop-down option, choose “Sign Out.”
- Tap your account symbol in the top-right corner once again.
- Under your accounts, select “Use YouTube signed out.”
YouTube offers one to use even when you are logged out. However, your account information will be preserved so that you can switch back to it at any time without having to enter a code.
How To use YouTube in signed out mode;
- Select your name from the Main Menu.
- Select Use YouTube Signed Out from the drop-down menu.
How To sign out of your YouTube account and remove it from the X1 YouTube app;
- Choose your name from the Main Menu.
- Manage Accounts is the option to choose.
- Choose the account you want to delete.
- Select delete.
How To switch the language in your YouTube account;
- Click the profile image button in the top-right corner of your YouTube browser.
- Select Language from the menu’s drop-down list.
- Choose your preferred language.
How To view the history of past watched videos in YouTube;
- Go to the Watch history page.
- Go to “Search watch history” in the upper right corner.
- In the search box, type in what you’re looking for.
- Click the Search button.
YouTube TV for Xfinity Broadband Customers
Xfinity announced that from Dec 2021, Google’s streaming system, YouTube will be available for Xfinity Flex users. It would allow them to enjoy live TV, catch up with shows and movies.
The service is currently limited to only some markets but it would soon expand across all regions. We all know that YouTube is the main competitor to Comcast’s Xfinity TV. So we can expect that the competition between the two giants will increase.
So if you are an Xfinity Flex customer, make sure you download the latest update on your box. YouTube TV has joined hands with Dish’s Sling TV and Hulu Live TV which are already available on Xfinity Flex.
So if you are an Xfinity Flex customer, you now have a chance of subscribing to YouTube TV and enjoy premium channels such as ABC, Fox, NBC, and more than 500 more channels.
You only have to pay $65 per month and you will get three simultaneous streams and a cloud DVR. If you want to access this service, then you just have to say ”YouTube TV” on the Voice remote control. Alternatively, you can click on the YouTube app on.
FAQs
Does it cost anything to add YouTube on X1?
No, adding YouTube to X1 doesn’t require any additional charges. You just need to make sure that you have an active internet connection with Xfinity.
How do I find my username or reset my YouTube password on X1?
There are several ways of recovering your YouTube password but the best is to visit https://tv.youtube.com/welcome. Follow the prompt and you will change the password or reset your account.
Can I watch YouTube TV on the Xfinity Stream app?
No, you cannot watch YouTube TV on the app. But if you have an Apple TV 4K or Roku streaming stick, you can view YouTube TV on those devices.
Conclusion
The Xfinity X1 box is a great way to enjoy all your favorite shows and movies on your big-screen TV. It’s easy to set up and even easier to use. So, if you want to get YouTube on Xfinity, then you should try out the X1 box.
