The latest update to Watch ABC on Apple TV brings access to full-length episodes of ABC shows one week after they air, even to users who don’t log in with TV provider credentials.
The television network announced the change through its website on Thursday, notifying users that all Apple TV owners are now able to watch recently aired full episodes without logging in. Prior to today’s update, viewers would need to provide a cable TV or other appropriate login to watch full streaming content.
While all users now access to such shows as Scandal, How to Get Away With Murder, Modern Family, black-ish, Once Upon A Time and Castle, among others, a week after they air, sign in is still required for ABC’s live network feed and its most current episodes.
“You must verify your participating TV provider account for access to the WATCH ABC live stream in your area and certain on demand features. It’s included with your participating TV subscription services. Live video available in Chicago, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Raleigh-Durham and San Francisco. Live streaming is available within those cities with a particpating TV provider. Show and episode availability subject to change. Program substitutions may apply.”
The Apple TV WATCH ABC app has also been updated with a new bolder, immersive look and feel, more short form video and a continuous play mode.
