What is GSE Smart IPTV?
GSE Smart IPTV is a versatile IPTV player available for iOS, Android, Apple TV, and macOS. It stands out as one of the few feature-rich IPTV players available on Apple devices, making it the go-to choice for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV users. GSE supports multiple playlist formats, offers robust EPG functionality, and includes unique features like Chromecast support and cloud playlist synchronization.
The app comes in two versions: GSE Smart IPTV (free with ads) and GSE Smart IPTV Pro (paid, ad-free). Both versions offer the same core functionality, with the Pro version providing an ad-free experience and priority support. GSE's user-friendly interface makes it accessible to beginners while offering advanced features for power users.
Key Features of GSE Smart IPTV
Available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, and macOS with seamless cross-device synchronization
Supports M3U, M3U8, JSON, and Xtream Codes API with unlimited playlist capacity
Cast IPTV streams directly to your TV with full Chromecast integration
Sync playlists, favorites, and settings across all your devices via iCloud or Google Drive
Comprehensive electronic program guide with automatic updates and custom EPG sources
Lock channels and categories with PIN protection for safe family viewing
Supported Platforms & Devices
Apple Devices
- • iPhone (iOS 12.0+)
- • iPad (iOS 12.0+)
- • Apple TV (tvOS 12.0+)
- • Mac (macOS 10.13+)
Android Devices
- • Android phones (5.0+)
- • Android tablets
- • Android TV boxes
- • Nvidia Shield
Casting Devices
- • Chromecast
- • Chromecast Ultra
- • Google TV
- • AirPlay compatible TVs
How to Install GSE Smart IPTV
- Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad
- Search for "GSE Smart IPTV"
- Select either GSE Smart IPTV (free) or GSE Smart IPTV Pro (paid)
- Tap "Get" or the price button to download
- Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or password
- Wait for installation to complete
- Tap "Open" to launch GSE Smart IPTV
- Navigate to the App Store on your Apple TV
- Use the search function to find "GSE Smart IPTV"
- Select the app from search results
- Click "Get" or the price button
- Confirm purchase if required
- Wait for download and installation
- Launch GSE Smart IPTV from your home screen
- Open Google Play Store on your Android device
- Search for "GSE Smart IPTV"
- Select GSE Smart IPTV or GSE Smart IPTV Pro
- Tap "Install"
- Grant necessary permissions when prompted
- Wait for installation to complete
- Tap "Open" to launch the app
- Open the Mac App Store
- Search for "GSE Smart IPTV"
- Click "Get" or the price button
- Authenticate with your Apple ID
- Wait for download and installation
- Launch from Applications folder or Launchpad
- Open GSE Smart IPTV for the first time
- Grant necessary permissions (storage, network)
- You'll see the main screen with "Remote Playlists" tab
- Ready to add your first IPTV playlist
Adding IPTV Playlists to GSE Smart IPTV
- Open GSE Smart IPTV
- Tap the "+" button in the top right corner
- Select "Add M3U URL"
- Enter a name for your playlist (e.g., "My IPTV Service")
- Paste your M3U playlist URL in the URL field
- Example: http://example.com:8080/get.php?username=user&password=pass&type=m3u_plus
- Tap "Add" to save
- Playlist will load automatically (may take 10-30 seconds)
- Tap on the playlist to view channels
Recommended method for best compatibility:
- Tap the "+" button
- Select "Xtream Codes API"
- Enter playlist name
- Enter server URL (without http://): example.com:8080
- Enter your username
- Enter your password
- Tap "Add"
- GSE will automatically fetch channels, VOD, and series
- EPG will be configured automatically
Tip: Xtream Codes API provides better organization with separate sections for Live TV, Movies, and Series.
For playlists saved on your device:
- Download M3U file to your device
- Save to Files app (iOS) or Downloads folder (Android)
- Open GSE Smart IPTV
- Tap "+" button
- Select "Open File"
- Browse and select your M3U file
- Enter a name for the playlist
- Tap "Add" to import
Quick setup using QR code:
- Get QR code from your IPTV provider
- Open GSE Smart IPTV
- Tap "+" button
- Select "Scan QR Code"
- Allow camera access if prompted
- Point camera at QR code
- Playlist will be added automatically
- • GSE supports unlimited playlists
- • Switch between playlists from the main screen
- • Edit playlist: Swipe left → Edit
- • Delete playlist: Swipe left → Delete
- • Refresh playlist: Pull down to refresh
- • Reorder playlists: Long press and drag
EPG (Electronic Program Guide) Setup
GSE Smart IPTV automatically loads EPG data from your playlist if available. For playlists without built-in EPG, you can add custom EPG sources. The app supports XMLTV format and automatically updates EPG data in the background.
- Open GSE Smart IPTV
- Tap the playlist you want to add EPG to
- Tap the three dots menu (⋯) in top right
- Select "EPG Source"
- Tap "Add EPG Source"
- Enter EPG URL provided by your IPTV service
- Example: http://example.com/xmltv.php?username=user&password=pass
- Tap "Save"
- EPG will download automatically
- Go to Settings (gear icon)
- Select "EPG"
- Configure the following options:
- Auto-update EPG: Enable for automatic updates
- Update interval: Set to 12 or 24 hours
- EPG time offset: Adjust if times don't match your timezone
- Show EPG in list: Display current program in channel list
- EPG days: Number of days to display (3-7 recommended)
- • Tap any channel to see current and upcoming programs
- • Swipe right to view full EPG schedule
- • Tap on a program for detailed information
- • Set reminders for upcoming programs
- • Browse EPG by date and time
- Open your playlist
- Tap three dots menu (⋯)
- Select "Update EPG"
- Wait for download to complete
- EPG data will refresh automatically
Chromecast & AirPlay Setup
- Ensure Chromecast and phone are on same WiFi network
- Open GSE Smart IPTV
- Start playing any channel
- Tap the Cast icon in the player controls
- Select your Chromecast device from the list
- Stream will begin casting to your TV
- Use phone as remote control
- Tap Cast icon again to disconnect
- Ensure Apple TV and iPhone/iPad are on same network
- Open GSE Smart IPTV
- Start playing a channel
- Tap the AirPlay icon
- Select your Apple TV or AirPlay-compatible device
- Stream will mirror to your TV
- Control playback from your iOS device
- • Use 5GHz WiFi for better streaming quality
- • Keep phone nearby for best connection
- • Adjust quality settings if buffering occurs
- • Some streams may not support casting due to DRM
- • Battery usage increases during casting
Cloud Synchronization
- Open GSE Smart IPTV Settings
- Tap "iCloud Sync"
- Enable "Sync with iCloud"
- Choose what to sync:
- • Playlists
- • Favorites
- • Settings
- • Watch history
- • EPG data
- Tap "Sync Now" to upload data
- Data will sync automatically across all iOS/Mac devices
- Open GSE Smart IPTV Settings
- Tap "Cloud Sync"
- Select "Google Drive"
- Sign in with your Google account
- Grant necessary permissions
- Enable sync for desired data
- Tap "Sync Now"
- Data syncs across all Android devices
- • Seamless experience across all devices
- • Automatic backup of playlists and settings
- • Resume watching on any device
- • Favorites sync instantly
- • No manual configuration needed on new devices
Advanced Features & Customization
Optimize playback in Settings → Player:
- Decoder: Hardware (recommended) or Software
- Buffer size: Increase to 10-15 seconds for smoother playback
- Aspect ratio: Auto, 16:9, 4:3, or Fill screen
- Deinterlace: Enable for better quality on interlaced streams
- Audio delay: Adjust if audio is out of sync
- Subtitle settings: Customize subtitle appearance
- Go to Settings → Parental Control
- Enable "Parental Control"
- Set a 4-digit PIN code
- Select channels or categories to lock
- Locked content requires PIN to access
- You can also lock the entire app with PIN
- Hide adult categories from main view
- Long-press any channel
- Tap "Add to Favorites"
- Create custom favorite groups (Sports, Movies, Kids, etc.)
- Access favorites from the Favorites tab
- Reorder favorites by dragging
- Remove from favorites by long-pressing again
- Favorites sync across devices with cloud sync
Personalize GSE in Settings → Appearance:
- Theme: Light, Dark, or Auto (follows system)
- Channel list layout: Grid or List view
- Show channel logos: Enable/disable logos
- Logo size: Small, Medium, or Large
- Font size: Adjust for better readability
- Show EPG in list: Display current program
If your IPTV provider supports catch-up TV, GSE allows you to watch past programs:
- Open EPG for any channel
- Browse past programs (usually 7 days back)
- Tap on a past program
- Select "Play" to watch from beginning
- Use player controls to skip or rewind
- While playing a channel, tap the screen
- Tap the audio icon to select audio track
- Choose from available audio languages
- Tap subtitle icon to enable subtitles
- Select subtitle language if multiple available
- Adjust subtitle size and position in settings
- Verify URL is correct (no extra spaces or characters)
- Check internet connection
- Try loading URL in web browser to test
- Contact IPTV provider to verify service is active
- Delete and re-add playlist
- Try using Xtream Codes API instead of M3U
- Increase buffer size to 15-20 seconds
- Check internet speed (need 10+ Mbps for HD)
- Switch to hardware decoder
- Close other apps using bandwidth
- Try lower quality stream if available
- Restart your router
- Verify EPG URL is correct
- Manually update EPG from playlist menu
- Check EPG time offset in settings
- Some channels may not have EPG data
- Wait 24 hours for automatic EPG update
- Try alternative EPG source
- Ensure both devices on same WiFi network
- Restart Chromecast device
- Update GSE Smart IPTV to latest version
- Some streams may not support casting (DRM protected)
- Try different stream or channel
- Check device volume is not muted
- Try different audio track
- Disable audio passthrough in settings
- Restart the app
- Check if other apps have sound
- Update to latest iOS version
- Update GSE Smart IPTV
- Clear app cache in Settings
- Delete and reinstall app
- Ensure sufficient storage space
- Restart your device
- Check iCloud/Google Drive is enabled
- Verify you're signed in with same account
- Check internet connection
- Manually trigger sync from settings
- Ensure sufficient cloud storage space
Pro Tips & Tricks
- • Swipe up/down: Volume control
- • Swipe left/right: Seek forward/backward
- • Double tap left: Rewind 10 seconds
- • Double tap right: Forward 10 seconds
- • Pinch to zoom: Adjust video size
- • Long press: Quick menu
- • Use hardware decoder for better performance
- • Set buffer to 15 seconds minimum
- • Enable auto-update EPG during night
- • Use Xtream Codes API for best experience
- • Clear cache monthly
- • Keep app updated
- • Create favorite groups by genre
- • Use search to quickly find channels
- • Hide unwanted categories
- • Enable parental control for family safety
- • Use cloud sync for multi-device setup
- • Backup playlists regularly
- • Use Siri remote for voice search
- • Add GSE to home screen for quick access
- • Use picture-in-picture mode
- • Enable "Up Next" for recommendations
- • Sync favorites from iPhone/iPad
- • Use TV app integration
GSE Smart IPTV vs Other Players
| Feature | GSE Smart IPTV | IPTV Smarters | TiviMate |
|---|---|---|---|
| iOS Support | Excellent | Good | No |
| Apple TV Support | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chromecast | Yes | Yes | No |
| Cloud Sync | iCloud/Google Drive | No | No |
| EPG Support | Advanced | Good | Advanced |
| Learning Curve | Easy | Easy | Easy |
| Price | Free / $2.99 | Free | $5.49/year |
| Best For | iOS/Apple users | Beginners | Android TV |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, GSE Smart IPTV is free with ads. GSE Smart IPTV Pro costs $2.99 (one-time payment) and removes ads while providing the same features.
Yes, GSE Smart IPTV is one of the best IPTV players for iOS devices. It's available on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac.
Yes, you can install GSE on unlimited devices. With cloud sync enabled, your playlists and settings automatically sync across all devices.
No, GSE is just a player app. You need to subscribe to an IPTV service separately and add their playlist to GSE Smart IPTV.
Enable cloud sync in Settings to automatically backup all playlists, favorites, and settings to iCloud (iOS) or Google Drive (Android).
Yes, GSE supports both Chromecast and AirPlay, allowing you to cast IPTV streams to your TV from your phone or tablet.
The Pro version removes ads and provides priority support. All features are available in both versions. The Pro version is a one-time $2.99 payment.
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