The Movistar + app allows customers to view both live television channels and on-demand content from mobiles, tablets, smart TVs and various other types of devices. They even allow us to send Movistar + content through Chromecast and other series of special functions. After some time without too many changes, at least in terms of design and functionalities, customers now have access to the new Movistar + app. This comes with a new design and new functionalities, although will not work on all smartphones and tablets. We explain everything after the jump.
The Movistar + application for devices is basic both for Fusión clients with television and for clients with a Movistar + Lite account. This application was originally the mythical Yomvi, but it has been changing over time through renovations and added features. In the middle of 2021, the application asked for a small renewal with a new look and functions, something that is already official as confirmed by the operator.
It only works on Android 8 or higher and iOS 12 or higher
The operator has confirmed that this new version is available for Android 8 or higher and iOS 12 or higher smartphones and tablets, although it clarifies that for devices with iOS 12 or higher, the version will be available throughout the month of November. They have also taken the opportunity to review the news:
New design
The app has been renewed and now, the images have greater prominence. The search engine, drop-down menu and Aura are in the lower area of the screen. The channel section now shows by street classified by category. The channel guide has been renewed allowing you to see the progress bar of the program that is being broadcast on a specific channel.
Seeker
Now it’s even easier to find content by adding it new labels so that the user has more options when doing a search. These are proposed as soon as you access the magnifying glass to make it easier for us to discover content.
Contents tab
The content tab now gives more prominence to the image and displays the information neat and clean. We have the navigation between tabs to be able to go to the previous or subsequent one by scrolling to the left or right. We will also be given the option to share the direct link to that content tab.
Playback screen
The playback screen has many improvements with guided navigation through the content, thanks to the mini images.
Floating window
The app now allows floating window, either by minimizing the application or by clicking on an icon that turns the full screen into floating window.
Child profile
Movistar + allowed the creation of 4 profiles, but now there is the option of being able to restrict the content to turn it into a child or kid profile. It will only offer content up to 12 years old.
Automatic login
Finally, we have a function that we already reviewed last week and that is automatic access whenever we are within the Fusion home network, either by cable or by WiFi. It will not be necessary enter username and password under these circumstances.