What Is Vewd?

Vewd doesn’t require you to download or install apps because the content is run directly from Vewd’s cloud-based store. Because they live in the cloud, content doesn’t take up storage space on your streaming device or smart TV. They also update automatically, so you don’t have to worry if you have the latest version of a specific service you want to watch.

Vewd was formerly known as Opera TV or the Opera TV app store.

Vewd also automatically adds new content as it becomes available and removes apps that it can no longer provide. If you want to watch something, just select the service and choose a title to watch. Additionally, Vewd features a Recommended Videos category.

TV and streaming device manufacturers have the option of including the entire Vewd OS or providing their own core apps using another OS, such as Android TV, which may include Vewd as one option. When users open Vewd, they are able to access video and game content through additional services provided by Vewd. 

Apps That Vewd Offers

Some of the services offered by Vewd include:

Not all apps are free. If a subscription or pay-per-view fee is required, you will be prompted to set up an account and provide payment information. 

  • Movies and TV: Crackle, TubiTV, AcornTV, Viewster, YuppTV, and Plex.Sports: Red Bull TV, Motorcyclist, Nitro Circus, Play Sports TVLifestyle: TED, Wired, Mashable, Bon AppetitKids: Kids News, Kidoodle TV, Toon GogglesMusic: Deezer TIDAL, RadiolineNews and Weather: CBS News, Newsy, CNBC, The Weather Network, Accuweather

Vewd OS on Smart TVs

Depending on the brand and model of your smart TV, the menu design and steps required to find and select apps might vary. If you have a smart TV that runs the Vewd OS as its core platform, here are examples of the types of screens you will see:

The number and names of apps that Vewd provides may vary across specific brand/model TVs and streaming devices as well as by geographical region.

  • The Vewd Homepage: This is your starting point. The main part of the screen lists various content categories. On the left side of the screen are the main categories, which aid in navigating the Vewd OS.

  • Videos: This page spotlights top video picks and any live TV programming that you can select without having to open an app first.

  • Apps: This page is where you can see and select apps (including TV and movie services) that you would like to access. There’s no downloading necessary; just select the one you want to watch and follow any additional prompts if required.

  • Games: In addition to movies, TV, and other video categories, Vewd also provides a selection of online games.

  • Favorites: This page is where you can place your favorite Vewd apps and videos.

  • Search: If you know the name of the app or content you are looking for, you can use the Vewd search page’s virtual keyboard to see if it is available through the service.

  • Settings: Vewd provides additional settings that you can use to tailor your experience. AutoPlay, for example, allow you to automatically play the next video in a playlist. Other settings include Temperature Units for weather info, Vewd Reset, Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, ID for Developers, and About (VEWD OS version, device ID, and support contact info).

Vewd on Android TV

In some cases, a TV or media streaming device may include the Vewd app store within its operating system. Two examples are Sony and Hisense. Some TVs made by these brands use the Android TV platform but run Vewd in the background, providing select services managed by Vewd.

How to Use Vewd on Set-Top Boxes: TiVo

In addition to Smart TVs, Vewd is available on set-top boxes, such as DVRs and some Blu-ray Disc players with media streaming capabilities. Below is an example of how to use Vewd on the TiVo Bolt and Bolt OTA.

  • Press the TiVo button (the TV with rabbit ears) on the top of your TIVO remote.
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  • Select Apps on the TiVo Central Menu.
  • In the TIVO Apps menu, select Vewd App Store.
  • Within the Vewd app store, select the service you want to view. Remember, if the service isn’t free, you will be prompted to set up an account for payment.

How to Use the Vewd Browser

Another feature that Vewd offers is the Vewd Browser, formerly known as Opera. Similar to browsers available on smart TVs, the Vewd browser allows users to navigate the web on their TV in an easy-to-use manner (no keyboard or mouse required). 

Press the TiVo button (the TV with rabbit ears) on the top of your TIVO remote.

Select Apps on the TiVo Central Menu.

In the TIVO Apps menu, select Vewd App Store.

Within the Vewd app store, select the service you want to view. Remember, if the service isn’t free, you will be prompted to set up an account for payment.

If your smart TV uses the Vewd app store, you can also look for the Vewd browser icon.

  • Open the Vewd Browser.
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  • Press the up arrow button on your TV or device remote until the cursor reaches the address bar in the upper part of the screen.
  • Press the Enter button on the remote.
  • Type your search term or website URL using the on-screen keyboard.
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  • Select GO, Enter, or Submit to go to your chosen site.
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  • In addition to search, you can use the Speed Dial Option to quickly visit a number of pre-selected or frequently visited sites.
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Open the Vewd Browser.

Press the up arrow button on your TV or device remote until the cursor reaches the address bar in the upper part of the screen.

Press the Enter button on the remote.

Type your search term or website URL using the on-screen keyboard.

Select GO, Enter, or Submit to go to your chosen site.

In addition to search, you can use the Speed Dial Option to quickly visit a number of pre-selected or frequently visited sites.

Check out the Vewd Enabled Page to see if Vewd is available on your Smart TV or streaming device.

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