Do you need a streaming device for each TV?

Answered by Robert Dupre

If you have multiple TVs in use at the same time, you will likely need a streaming device for each one. This is because most streaming devices, such as Roku, Apple TV, or Amazon Fire TV, are designed to be connected to a single TV and provide access to streaming services and apps on that particular television.

If you only watch one TV at a time, it is possible to move your streaming device from one TV to another as needed. For example, if you have a streaming device in your living room but want to watch a show in your bedroom, you can simply unplug the device from the living room TV and plug it into the one in your bedroom. This allows you to access your streaming services and apps on whichever TV you are using.

However, if you have TVs in use in two separate rooms at the same time, such as watching a movie in the living room while someone else watches a different show in the bedroom, you will need a streaming device for each TV. In this scenario, each TV would require its own streaming device to provide independent access to streaming services and apps.

Having a streaming device for each TV ensures that each television can independently access the streaming content of your choice. It allows for simultaneous viewing on different TVs without the need to constantly move the streaming device between rooms.

In terms of personal experience, I have encountered situations where having multiple streaming devices was necessary. For instance, during family gatherings or when hosting friends, different individuals may want to watch their preferred shows or movies on separate TVs simultaneously. In such cases, having a streaming device for each TV proved to be convenient and allowed everyone to enjoy their desired content without any conflicts or interruptions.

The need for a streaming device for each TV depends on the number of TVs in use at the same time. If you only watch one TV at a time, you can easily move your streaming device between TVs. However, if you have multiple TVs in use simultaneously, it is recommended to have a streaming device for each TV to ensure independent access to streaming services and apps.