NBCUniversal owns “Hayu,” a reality Television and true-crime Livestream subscription-based platform that began in many countries in 2016. Hayu is accessible in Australia, Ireland, Canada, Sweden, numerous other countries, and the United Kingdom. Hayu isn’t a standard cable “channel”; instead, it’s a video-on-demand provider similar to Disney+ and Netflix, and you’ll need internet access and a smart device (your phone/tablet) to access it.
Hayu UK concentrates on a particular form of American reality Television shows – some may refer to it as “guilty pleasure,” while others may have less compassionate meanings – But, say whatever you might about such shows, they are undeniably addicting!
How much does Hayu subscription cost?
The cost just after the trial is £4.99/month if you enroll directly. After that, you may download the Hayu application on your smartphone (ios and Android) or stream it to your TV, as it supports most streaming devices marketed in the UK.
Despite the monthly plan offered by the platform, the Hayu subscription also comes with a 6-month plan that costs £23.99 and a yearly subscription that costs £43.99. All of the plans accompany a 7-day free trial option.
How many screens does Hayu offer?
As per the platform’s new guidelines, Hayu can be streamed on up to 5 devices. As earlier, in the year 2020, Hayu restricted more than one device from being connected to one account. This new change is, of course, bringing in a lot of people to add Hayu to their kitty.
Supporting devices
The reality-binge watch platform offers a selection of supported devices such as phones, tablets, and television connections. If you travel frequently and would love to watch some exciting shows during your travel, subscribing to the mobile and tablet versions of Hayu is your best option. If you want to subscribe to the mobile version, Hayu is available on Android and ios. The same supporting OS goes for the tablet versions, too, with Kindle Fire as an add-on!
The range gets more intriguing when you want to subscribe directly to your television services—some of the supported devices for television include,
- Google Chromecast Ultra
- Apple TV
- AirPlay
- Samsung
- Amazon FireTv
- Roku
- Android Tv
- Xbox
- LG
Popular shows on Hayu TV
Reality TV is the most common genre featured with Hayu. Nonetheless, there are several series and varieties of content to watch within this category. Hayu, for example, provides a category of content that is new to the United States. The most recent episodes of popular series like Watch What Happens Live and The Mark of a Killer are showcased. Other categories might be grouped according to a popular program or subfields.
For example, there might be True Crime shows, Kardashian shows, love and dating shows, home and design shows, or lifestyle series. Cooking and eating, beauty and fashion, body transformation, entertainment, the business, renowned personalities, and competitiveness are some of the other subgenres.
Some of the most popular and top Hayu shows include,
- Keeping Up With The Kardashians
- Southern Charm
- The Real Housewives of New York City
- I Am Cait
- Below Deck Sailing Yacht
- Vanderpump Rules
- Life of Kylie
- Summer House
- Love and Hip Hop: New York
- Project Runway
How to pair Hayu with TV?
Time needed: 5 minutes
Although many people have had experience viewing streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime and Netflix on TV, people are still skeptical about how to incorporate a Hayu pair TV. Fear not! Now, let us look at some of the steps involved in pairing your Hayu subscription with the desired television connection.
- Launching the Hayu application.
First and foremost, launch the Hayu application on your television or your desired browser. Once inside the website, click on “My Account” in the top right corner of the screen. After clicking the option, you will be redirected to a new tab.
- Navigating through your account panel.
Once the redirected tab opens, you will come across all your account details, such as your name, e-mail, postal code, etc. Then, in the drop-down list that is located on the left side of the new tab, navigate your way to “Pair TV apps.” Once found, click on it, and you will be redirected to the next tab.
- Choosing the desired pairing options.
Now, on the new tab, all you have to do is choose your desired TV option from the provided options, such as Amazon Fire Tv, Samsung TV, Apple TV, and Roku Tv. Once you have selected your preferred option, enter the code to the Hayu TV on the fill-in boxes provided below the options. Once you have filled in the credentials, hit the “Pair TV App,” and you are done!
Hayu app features
Some of the noteworthy features of this fantastic platform include,
- Colossal collection: With close to 3000 shows on the list of the services offered, Hayu evidently beats most of its competitors with the variety of reality-show options.
- Be up-to-date with the US: Hayu features a massive list of original American series that are available on Hayu UK. The best part of the given feature is that many new shows are launched on the Hayu app before the actual release date in the United States.
- Rating and feedback through emojis: Hayu allows users to add emojis to show their love for a particular show and encourage the new users as a sign of a wholesome community.
- Cut it and Snippet: Hayu features a “snippets” area where they’ve snipped some of the funniest moments from episodes, which you can share right from the application.
Hayu on other streaming services
Amazon Prime: Yes, you heard it right! You can get Hayu from Amazon for £3.99 each month. Amazon also provides viewers with a 30-day free trial. Hayu, however, isn’t accessible to Amazon Prime members. Hayu would be charged in addition to the Prime membership fee.
NowTV: Hayu is also available on NOW TV. Simply join up for the Hayu TV pass for £3.99 per month. NOW TV also provides a seven-day free trial.
Conclusion
If you like this sort of entertainment, you won’t run out of things to view, and with them regularly releasing episodes (there seem to be over 7,000 currently), there’s apparent ongoing value. Of course, like any other on-demand streaming platform, the ability to start and cancel your membership at any time is an added benefit. While the UI is a little archaic, as well as the subscription’s streaming constraints, are inconvenient, Hayu accomplishes its goal of providing its specialized community with the reality fix they seek!
