Roku Device and Roku Installation:

To install the Smarters Player app on Roku as a third-party application through Developer Options, you need to follow these steps carefully. This process allows you to sideload the app onto your Roku device. Please note that this method requires a bit more technical knowledge and access to your Roku developer mode, but I'll guide you through it.

Step-by-Step Guide to Install Smarters Player on Roku via Developer Mode

1. Enable Developer Mode on Roku

To install third-party apps like Smarters Player on Roku, you need to enable Developer Mode. Follow these steps:

  1. Turn on your Roku and make sure it's connected to your TV and network.

  2. On the Roku home screen, press the Home button on your Roku remote 5 times in quick succession.

  3. Press the "Up" button on the remote once.

  4. Press the "Rewind" button twice.

  5. Press the "Fast Forward" button twice.

This sequence will bring up the Developer Settings menu.

  1. Note down the IP address: The developer screen will show an IP address. You will need this to connect to your Roku from your computer later, so make sure you take note of it.

  2. Enable Developer Mode: On the Developer Settings screen, you will see an option to "Enable developer mode". Select this option.

  3. Set a username and password: You will be prompted to create a username and password. This will be used to access the developer web interface later.

  4. Restart your Roku: After you enable Developer Mode, your Roku will prompt you to restart. Click "Restart".

2. Download and Install the Smarters Player APK (Android) File

Since Roku does not support direct APK installation (as it's an Android format), you will need to convert it into a compatible Roku package.

  1. Download the Smarters Player APK (Click Link to left) on your computer. This APK will be used for conversion to a .zip file that can be sideloaded onto Roku.

3. Convert the APK to a Roku-Compatible Format

You’ll need to use a Roku SDK to create a package that can be sideloaded. Roku apps are in .zip format containing a specific structure of files (like .xml, .png, etc.). The APK cannot be installed directly but needs to be repackaged. If you don't have an APK for Smarters Player specifically (downloaded above or click here), you may need to create your own app or check if someone has already repackaged the app for Roku.

4. Set Up Web Access to Your Roku

  1. After enabling Developer Mode, open a web browser on your computer.

  2. In the address bar, type the IP address that was displayed on the Developer Settings screen (the one you noted earlier).

  3. Enter the username and password you created earlier when prompted.

  4. This will bring you to the Roku Developer web interface.

5. Sideload the Smarters Player App (ZIP file)

  1. On the Roku Developer web interface, click on "Add a channel".

  2. You will be prompted to upload a .zip file. This is where the converted Smarters Player app package (as a zip file) will go.

  3. Choose the .zip file containing your custom Roku app (which was made from the APK, or a compatible version if one is available).

  4. Click "Upload".

6. Install the App on Your Roku

Once the app is successfully uploaded, you will see it in the list of channels. Follow these steps:

  1. Go back to your Roku device, and navigate to Home.

  2. Scroll down to Settings and select System.

  3. Then, select System Update to ensure your Roku is up to date.

  4. After the update is complete, your newly installed app should appear on the Roku main screen under "My Channels".

7. Test the App on Roku

  1. Select the app (Smarters Player) from the Home screen and check if it launches successfully.

  2. Log in to your IPTV service (if applicable) and start streaming.

FOLLOW the visual steps in the Video Below, this is a more straightforward way to use Roku without as many steps or technical skills