[Viki] App not open

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Brigitte Rowe
3 months ago In Viki
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Hello! I understand your Viki app on your Kindle running Android 9 isn't opening. Let's try to get it working again.

To start, may I ask:
- When you say it won't open, do you see any error message, or does the app just stay blank or crash immediately?
- Have you tried restarting your Kindle device after the app failed to open?
- Is your Viki app updated to the latest version available in the Amazon or Google Play Store?

Meanwhile, here's a step-by-step approach you can try to troubleshoot the app:

1. Force close and retry:
Go to your Kindle's Settings > Apps > Viki > Tap "Force Stop". Then try opening the app again.

2. Clear app cache and data:
In the same Apps > Viki menu, select "Storage" and tap on "Clear Cache" first. If that doesn't work, try "Clear Data" (this will log you out, so you'll need to log in again).

3. Reboot your Kindle:
Turn off your Kindle completely, wait about a minute, then power it back on and try Viki again.

4. Update or reinstall the Viki app:
If you have the latest version, try uninstalling and then reinstalling the app. This refresh can fix corrupted files.

5. Check your internet connection:
Make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection, since Viki needs internet to load.

If you've already tried some of these or if the app still refuses to open, let me know what happened at each step. That way, I can guide you further!

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Thanks for clarifying that you’re trying to use the Viki app on your TV. To help you best, could you please tell me the brand and model of your smart TV? That way, I can provide the exact steps for your device.

Meanwhile, here’s a general guide for installing and setting up Viki on a smart TV that runs Android TV (common on many smart TVs):

1. On your TV remote, go to the Home screen.
2. Look for the "Apps" section or icon.
3. Select "Get more apps" to open the Google Play Store.
4. In the Play Store search bar, type "Viki."
5. Select the Viki app from the results.
6. Choose "Install" or "Update" if it’s already installed but not working properly.
7. Once installed, open the app and sign in with your Viki account.

If your TV is from Samsung, LG, Roku, or another brand, the process may be slightly different. For example, Samsung and LG have their own app stores accessed via their home menu.

Would you like me to guide you step-by-step for a specific TV brand? Just let me know! Also, if you have tried installing or opening Viki on your TV already, please share what happened.

Here’s a helpful link to the official Viki support article on installing or updating the app on Android TV for your reference:
How do I Install or Update the Viki App?

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Brigitte Rowe
3 months ago

Tv brand is hisense

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Thanks for letting me know you’re using a Hisense TV. Let's try some specific steps to get your Viki app working on that device.

Here’s a focused troubleshooting guide for Viki on Hisense TVs:

1. Restart your Hisense TV
Sometimes temporary glitches cause apps not to open properly. Turn off the TV completely, unplug it from the power source for about 30 seconds, then plug it back in and power it on again.

2. Check for Viki app updates
Go to the app store on your Hisense TV (usually the VIDAA or Google Play Store, depending on your model). Find the Viki app and see if there’s an update available. Updating can fix compatibility or performance issues.

3. Update your Hisense TV firmware/OS
Outdated TV software can cause app problems. Go to your TV’s Settings > About > System Update and check for any new firmware updates. Install if available and restart the TV.

4. Reinstall the Viki app
If the app is already updated but still not opening, uninstall it from your TV, then reinstall it fresh from the app store.

5. Check your internet connection
Make sure your TV is connected to the internet with a stable and reasonably fast connection. Try restarting your router as well.

6. Clear app cache/Data (if available on your TV)
Some Smart TVs allow you to clear cache or app data via Settings > Apps > Viki. Try clearing cache first, then data if needed (note: clearing data will log you out of the app).

If these steps don’t resolve the issue, sometimes app performance on Hisense TVs can be improved by adjusting the TV’s date/time settings to automatic, or changing the display resolution slightly.

For a visual walkthrough and some additional tips, there is a helpful YouTube tutorial on fixing app issues on Hisense VIDAA TVs here: Hisense VIDAA Smart TV: Apps Not Working? - Fixed

Also, keep in mind that Viki recently released an app update (Android 26.2) addressing some bugs, so ensuring your device and app are up to date is key1 2 3.

Could you try these steps and tell me how it goes? I’m here to help you through it!
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3 months ago

Troubleshooting Viki app issues on Hisense TV

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Thanks for your patience! Here’s a clear troubleshooting guide tailored for Viki app not working on your Hisense TV:

1. Restart your TV and router
Fully power off your Hisense TV, unplug it from the power outlet for about 30 seconds, then plug it back in and power it on. Also, restart your internet router. Sometimes network glitches cause app failures1.

2. Update the Viki app
Go to the app store on your Hisense TV (VIDAA or Google Play Store depending on your model) and check if there’s an update available for Viki. Updating the app to the latest version can fix bugs and compatibility issues7.

3. Update your TV firmware
Outdated TV software often leads to app issues. Go to Settings > About > System Update and install any available updates. Restart the TV after updating8.

4. Clear app cache and data (if possible)
If your Hisense TV interface allows, navigate to Settings > Apps > Viki and clear cache first. If no luck, try clearing data (this will log you out, so be ready to sign in again)1.

5. Reinstall the Viki app
Uninstall the Viki app, then reinstall it fresh from your TV’s app store.

6. Check your internet connection
Ensure your TV has a stable and sufficiently fast internet connection. Consider using a wired Ethernet connection if Wi-Fi is unstable.

Additional tip: Some users found that adjusting the TV's date/time settings to automatic helped app performance.

If after all this, the Viki app still won’t open or crashes, it may be a compatibility issue with the Hisense VIDAA platform or the app version. As a workaround, many users use external streaming devices like Roku or Amazon Fire Stick that support Viki well9.

If you want, I can also send you detailed steps for any of these troubleshooting actions. Just let me know!

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Brigitte Rowe
3 months ago

Not working for the money I am paying I should not have this problem

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I completely understand your concern about paying for a subscription but still facing issues with the Viki app on your Hisense TV. Let’s work together to get this sorted out.

Since your Viki app is not working after your subscription payment, the key things to check are:

1. Verify your account login and subscription status inside the app:
Sometimes the app might not properly recognize your subscription if there’s an account mismatch. Sign out of Viki on your TV app, then log back in with the account you used to subscribe. This often refreshes your subscription benefits.

2. Make sure the app is updated to the latest version:
Viki recently released an update (Android 26.2) to fix subscription recognition bugs. If your app is outdated, please update it from your TV’s app store.

3. Check your payment and subscription status on Viki’s website or account page:
Confirm that your subscription is active and the payment was processed without issue. Sometimes payments can be declined by your bank silently1.

4. Clear the app cache or reinstall the app:
If the app still won’t reflect your subscription, try uninstalling and reinstalling the Viki app on your Hisense TV.

5. Internet connection:
Ensure your TV has a stable internet connection, as interruptions can also cause subscription verification problems.

If after all these steps your subscription benefits are still not showing or the app won’t open properly, please consider contacting Viki support directly at [email protected] so they can check your account details and payments more thoroughly.

Would you like me to guide you through any of these steps in detail? I’m here to help you get the full value of your subscription working seamlessly!

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Brigitte Rowe
3 months ago

I did and its fine

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Thank you for confirming your subscription and account are fine. Since you want a clear "Viki app troubleshooting guide," here’s a comprehensive step-by-step summary tailored to your situation on your Hisense TV and general Viki app use:

1. Log out and log back in
Sign out of the Viki app and then sign back in with your subscribed account. This refreshes your subscription status in the app1.

2. Restart your TV (device)
Power off your Hisense TV, unplug it for 30 seconds, then plug back in and turn it on. This clears temporary glitches1.

3. Update the Viki app
Check your TV’s app store (VIDAA or Google Play) for any Viki app updates and install them. Newer versions often fix bugs and improve compatibility1.

4. Update your TV firmware
Go to Settings > About > System Update on your TV and install any available updates. Restart the TV afterward to apply changes1.

5. Clear app cache and data (if possible)
On your TV, if available, go to Settings > Apps > Viki > Storage. First clear the cache; if that doesn’t work, clear data (note: this will log you out)8.

6. Reinstall the app
Uninstall Viki from your Hisense TV and then reinstall it fresh from the app store1.

7. Check your internet connection
Ensure your TV has a stable, fast internet connection. Restart your router if necessary1.

8. Adjust TV settings if needed
Setting your TV’s date and time to automatic sometimes helps app performance and subscription verification.

If your Viki app still doesn’t work after these steps, consider reaching out to Viki support at [email protected] for a closer account and technical review.

Additionally, here’s the official Viki basic troubleshooting page that includes these steps:
Basic Troubleshooting - Viki Support

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Brigitte Rowe
3 months ago

Subscription is ok update is ok app is just not opening

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Thank you for sharing that your subscription is active and the app is updated, but the Viki app still won't open on your Hisense TV. Since the usual checks are all good, let's try one more solution that is often effective in these scenarios:

Please uninstall the Viki app completely from your Hisense TV and then reinstall it fresh from the app store.

A clean reinstall can remove any corrupted files or conflicts caused by the update which might prevent the app from opening properly1.

Here are the steps for that:

1. Go to your TV’s Apps menu.
2. Find the Viki app.
3. Select the option to uninstall or remove the app.
4. Restart your Hisense TV.
5. Open the app store (VIDAA or Google Play, depending on your TV).
6. Search for "Viki" and reinstall the app.
7. Open the freshly installed app and log in with your subscription account.

If after reinstalling, the app still refuses to open, it may be a compatibility or device-specific issue related to that particular update. In that case, I recommend reaching out directly to Viki support at [email protected] for them to escalate and investigate with their technical team.

Would you like me to guide you through the uninstall and reinstall steps now? Are you satisfied with this next step?

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