Erik Gruenwedel
April 19, 2023
Online television service Frndly TV, which claims to have 700,000 paid subscribers, April 18 announced that its app is now available on Vizio Smart TVs. The platform is available for plans starting at $6.99 monthly.
“This is a seminal moment in the history of Frndly TV,” co-founder and chief programming officer Michael McKenna said in a statement.
Vizio Smart TV come equipped with a proprietary operating system, affording users access to over-the-top video content and ad-supported channels. Other services include Apple TV+, Discovery+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Peacock and Prime Video.
“The addition of the Frndly TV app to the VIZIO lineup provides affordable and accessible family-friendly entertainment for all to enjoy without a costly cable subscription,” added Chris Tanquary, senior director of business development at Vizio.
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