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Learn more about the Rogers Xfinity Stream app for Shaw Direct customers with our frequently asked questions. From device limits to types of content that can be accessed, our Rogers Xfinity Stream app FAQs answer common questions about Ignite TV App.

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    From device limits to types of content that can be accessed, learn more about the Rogers Xfinity Stream app for Shaw Direct customers with our frequently asked questions.

    What is the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    The Rogers Xfinity Stream app gives you access to your TV subscription in a single place that you can access from anywhere. You can watch over 80 live TV channels and on-demand content on your device, including your phone or tablet, while on the go. Ignite TV App also gives you the ability to download over 1,000 on-demand titles for offline viewing.

    Rogers Xfinity Stream app is available for download for Shaw Direct customers and is included at no additional cost as part of your TV subscription.

    What content will I have access to through the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    As a Shaw customer you will have access to most of your current TV subscriptions, including live TV shows, movies, sports, and on-demand content.

    How does Shaw Direct, like all broadcast distributors, negotiate with content creators to carry channels and shows for our customers to watch?

    For Shaw Direct, like all broadcast distributors, rights to air channels and shows on mobile devices must be negotiated and secured with our broadcast partners, due to an increasing preference to watch content online or through apps like the Rogers Xfinity Stream app.

    Despite this, there are cases where restrictions are imposed on the content we can provide for our customers digitally, which may impact where and how content can be viewed, and the duration of access for customers.

    We are committed to working with our distributors to give our customers access to the most content possible.

    Where will the Rogers Xfinity Stream app be available?

    Shaw Cable and Shaw Direct customers are able to download the app on supported iOS and Android devices, including iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and Android Tablets and Smartphones. Apple devices must have iOS 9.0 or later release and Android devices must have OS 4.1 or later release.

    Who will have access to the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    Shaw Direct subscribers have access to the Rogers Xfinity Stream app at no additional cost as part of your TV subscription. You will be able to download the app on supported iOS and Android devices.

    How do I get the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    The app is available for direct download in iTunes and Google Play stores. You can also visit https://www.shawdirect.ca/english/programming/rogers-xfinity-stream-app/ for download links and to find more information about Shaw Ignite TV App.

    What kind of features and functionality will the app provide compared to the existing TV apps?

    You can access the networks (where Shaw has mobile rights) you subscribe to through a single app, rather than having to switch between apps. This creates a more seamless user experience for our customers. Also, download select on-demand kids' titles for offline viewing at a later time.

    The Rogers Xfinity Stream app offers suggestions based on the content you watch, and stores your viewing history for a full year to make it easier to watch a new TV series or find that favourite movie. Can't decide what to watch? Rotten Tomatoes and Flixster movie ratings are embedded throughout the app to ensure you can make informed viewing decisions easily, on a single interface.

    Finally, the Rogers Xfinity Stream app is family-friendly, with options for Parental Controls and Safe Browse features within the app, which enable the entire family to safely access content.

    Device FAQs

    Do I need a special set-top box to use the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    No, the Rogers Xfinity Stream app is a standalone product and does not connect to your set-top box(s).

    What devices support the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    iOS devices (iOS 9 or newer) and most Android (Ice-cream Sandwich 4.1 or newer) devices.

    What devices are compatible with Shaw Ignite TV App?

    Most devices that use iOS 9 or newer, or Ice-cream Sandwich 4.1 or newer, will work with the Rogers Xfinity Stream app, including iPhones, iPads, iPod Touches, and Android tablets and smartphones. Casting is supported with any Chromecast-enabled TV or device.

    Please note that the Rogers Xfinity Stream app does not support gaming consoles.

    Streaming content FAQs

    Does the Rogers Xfinity Stream app work with Chromecast?

    Yes. You can stream from the Rogers Xfinity Stream mobile or web apps to a Chromecast-enabled TV over any WiFi connection within Canada. Visit How to use Chromecast with the Rogers Xfinity Stream app to learn more.

    Can I use any Internet connection to watch the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    Yes, the Rogers Xfinity Stream app can be accessed in-home using your own personal Internet connection, on the go using Shaw Go WiFi, and even while connected to a cellular data network.

    Is Video On Demand (VOD) and Pay-Per-View (PPV) events available on the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    No, the app does not currently support VOD and PPV events.

    How many devices can access the Rogers Xfinity Stream app at the same time, on the same account?

    Two devices per registered account can simultaneously stream content, and five authorized devices can download titles for offline viewing.

    The Rogers Xfinity Stream app allows downloading on up to 40 devices, which become authorized devices, per Shaw Direct account. When a 41st device downloads the app, the first device authorized will automatically be replaced.

    Note: When a third party initiates a stream using the same account, it will produce an error message that the other two streams are in use, and that it is necessary to wait until one of the other two streams ceases before be able to stream from your device.

    Is it possible to use the Rogers Xfinity Stream app outside of Canada?

    Any content you download can be watched from anywhere, even outside of Canada, but must be downloaded within Canada and watched within 30 days, after which it will expire.

    Due to content rights restrictions, customers will not be able to stream live TV and on-demand content on the Rogers Xfinity Stream app outside of Canada.

    What will the channel line-up look like on the app?

    Say goodbye to channel numbers! The guide is intelligently grouped by theme, making it extremely easy to navigate. Select one of the genre categories to filter results by sports, kids’ content, or movies; or use the app’s search function to find content from your TV subscriptions.

    Can I stream to another monitor using the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

    On a PC or MAC, the Rogers Xfinity Stream app is available for online streaming through: https://rogersxfinitystream.shaw.ca/.

    Requirements for PC/MAC viewing:

    Operating System

    • Windows 7+
    • Mac OS X 10.7+

    Web Browser

    • Chrome 75+
    • Firefox 68+
    • Safari 11+ (Adobe Flash required)
    • Microsoft Edge 17+ (Adobe Flash required)

      Note: All video output (e.g., HDMI, DLNA etc.) is blocked for iOS and Android.

      Can I pause, rewind, or fast forward live TV or on-demand programs in the app?

      You cannot pause, rewind, or fast-forward live TV, but pause and rewind are available for all on-demand programs, and fast-forward is available for most.

      Are seasonal packages such as NFL Sunday Ticket or NHL Centre Ice available for streaming on the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

      No, seasonal packages are not currently available on the Rogers Xfinity Stream app.

      Is the app available in French?

      No, the app is not currently available in French.

      Do blackout restrictions apply with the Rogers Xfinity Stream app?

      'Blackout restrictions' refer to rules under which content may be unavailable to customers, frequently depending on where he or she is located. Although we strive to provide you with the best on-the-go viewing experience that we can, sometimes certain programs may be unavailable or ‘blacked out’.

      The programming available to you on the Rogers Xfinity Stream app is based on your TV subscriptions and subject to mobile viewing restrictions. We work with our network partners to maximize the content that is available to you on a mobile device at any given time, but you may experience situations where some content is simply not available.

      For example, when you travel outside of a sport league’s defined viewing boundary, the games you can view at home may become unavailable due to blackout restrictions.

      For more information on blackout restrictions, visit Shaw Support.

      Will using my home Internet to access the Rogers Xfinity Stream app count against my allotted monthly data usage?

      Like all other video streaming apps, the Rogers Xfinity Stream app will count against your Internet data usage.

      Note: Customers cannot alter the resolution of the videos.

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