Symptoms
- Audio plays but video is black
- Only the top bar is visible
- Chromecast shows a blank frame
Likely causes
- Hardware decoding conflict
- Corrupt playback profile
- Faulty cast connection
Solutions
- 1
Toggle hardware decoding
Player settings u2192 Decoder u2192 switch between Hardware and Software.
- 2
Restart the stream
Return to the channel list, wait 5 seconds and reopen the channel.
- 3
Re-pair Chromecast
Reset the cast session from the Google Home app.
Preventive tips
- Keep GPU drivers and TV firmware current
FAQ
Yes. Xuper TV is distributed as a free APK. There are no in-app subscription tiers, and the app does not ask for payment details during onboarding.
The APKs we host are scanned with VirusTotal on every release and match the developer's published SHA-256 checksums. Sideloading any APK carries some risk — only download from sources you trust.
Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or newer. For the best experience on TV boxes we recommend Android 8.0+.
There is no native iOS build. On Apple devices you can only cast from an Android or use an Apple TV bridged with AirPlay from an Android phone via mirroring apps.
Roughly every 4-6 weeks. We publish the full changelog on the Version History page as soon as each release goes live.
Yes. A VPN is not required. Some ISPs throttle streaming traffic - if you notice buffering only in the evening, a VPN can occasionally help but is not needed by default.
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Written by
Elena RojasLead Editor, Streaming Apps
Elena has covered Android streaming apps and Fire TV sideloading for eight years.