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STN Beta v28.42
STN Beta is the beta version of SmartTube, a free and open-source video player for Android TVs and TV boxes. It plays YouTube content without ads, with SponsorBlock skipping, video categories and account login, and it gets new features and fixes faster than the stable release.
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Version
28.42
File Size
20 MB
Developer
yuliskov
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common inquiries regarding STN Beta installation & verification
What is STN Beta?
STN Beta is the beta release of SmartTube, a free and open-source player for Android TVs and TV boxes that plays YouTube content with extra features the official app does not offer.
How do I install STN Beta on my TV?
Download the beta APK on your Android TV or TV box and install it with the device's file installer, allowing installs from unknown sources once. The app also has a built-in updater that notifies you of new beta releases.
What makes STN Beta different from the regular YouTube app?
It blocks ads, skips sponsored segments with SponsorBlock, groups videos into categories and works on older Android TVs, but it is not an official Google app and is not published on Google Play.
Can I log into my YouTube account with STN Beta?
Yes, you can sign in with a YouTube account to sync subscriptions and history, and it also works without an account for anonymous viewing.
Are there any downsides to using STN Beta?
It is built for TVs and TV boxes, not phones or tablets, voice search and casting can be less reliable than the official app, and as a beta it can get new bugs before the stable release.
Is STN Beta free?
Yes, SmartTube is free and open-source software by developer yuliskov, with no ads and no paid version.
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