PadTV HD

Name: PadTV HD
Rating: 2.4 (8606 reviews)
Author: Geniatech Inc., LTD.

PadTV HD lets you watch Free-to-Air TV anywhere using your Android Mobile device

PadTV HD - Free-to-Air TV on Android

"PadTV HD" is an Android app that allows users to watch Free-to-Air DVB-T/T2/ISDB-T/ATSC TV channels without the need for internet or data. With features like live TV viewing, channel changing, and recording capabilities, it offers high-quality broadcast entertainment on the go. The app requires a compatible PadTV tuner and a dual-core Android device, making it perfect for users in regions with compatible broadcasting technologies.

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By: Geniatech Inc., LTD.

Downloads: 1,700,835

909

Rating: 2.40

(8,606)

1 new ratings

Version: 3.0.0.120 (Last updated: 2023-11-29)

Version code: 120

Creation date: 2014-06-12

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.GET_TASKS
android.permission.INTERNET
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

Size: 26.36M

Email: pa*****@gmail.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Source: Google Play Store

Ranking

# 44,018 ▲ 18

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Works well with a variety of hardware (e.g. MyGica PT682C tuner, multiple Android devices)
Good video quality when the signal is strong
Allows streaming of local channels without using mobile data
Users appreciate the convenience of watching live TV on the go
Offers compatibility with different Android devices

Cons

Audio issues in recent updates, specifically after version 3.0.0.109
Channel listings are not user-friendly and do not match virtual channel numbers
Requires manual installation of older versions for proper functionality
Inconsistent performance across different devices (e.g., some users report 'No device' errors)
Lacks features like timeshift and scheduled recording capabilities

Most mentioned

Audio problems after updates
Need for better channel organization and functionality in the app
Successful functioning when older app versions are sideloaded
Reception quality varies based on signal strength
User interface could be improved for easier navigation

User reviews

MyGica PT682C Pad TV Tuner purchased from Amazon works beautifully on all new Samsung phones and my Samsung TabA. Also reviewing on Amazon. Looks more high definition than my 4k tv. The app needs a little more work. Version 3.0.0.120 is the last working version that has audio. The only reason not 5 stars is the channel listing could be matched to the numbers and show the channel descriptions in correct time order.

Dennis Taylor, 2024-12-04

I would like to update my rating to 4 out of 5 stars. This is a fun gadget overall. I'm pleased to see that they FINALLY updated to version 3.0.0.120, which has fixed the long-standing no audio bug that started with version 3.0.0.109. I would still like to be able to manually enter RF channel numbers so that I don't have to keep rescanning for weak channels and end up delleting the ones I already found. for example, I have a weak NBC signal that I would like to pull in on 35-1 or just 35.