It's hard not to notice the popularity of streaming TV/VOD moving forward, as more and more TV viewers are beginning to turn toward IPTV services. The surge makes it clear the importance of affordability, flexibility, and an expansive library of TV/VOD entertainment.
One TV Player App that has risen to prominence and continues to stay there is the SO Player app, when connected with the ideal IPTV service offering a free trial, SOPlayer Subscription, and IP Lock system. The question is, what does this mean to the average TV viewer?
In this article, we'll shed light on everything you should know about SO Player, IP Lock IPTV services, and how this app compares to other popular IPTV apps like it.
What Is IPTV Service?
There's a growing world of IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) services that deliver all kinds of live TV channels and VOD movies/TV series conveniently at one's fingertips, to all TV viewers worldwide. They deliver streaming content via the Internet rather than through traditional television (OTA, satellite, cable).
Instead of broadcasting/airing signals through OTA (over-the-air) or wires, IPTV streams live channels and VODs to your device using an Internet connection.
Benefits of IP Lock IPTV:
- Usually, more than one subscription plan at different prices
- More cost-effective than paid television
- 100s, if not 1000s, of live TV channels and VOD movies/TV series
- Great for English-speaking individuals with some foreign languages/countries included
- Newcomers to IPTV who aren't interested in having a huge library of content, and countries
IP Lock Versus No IP Lock
When searching for an IPTV service and subscription, there are two basic types: IP Lock and No IP Lock.
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IP Lock IPTV Service: The user's IP address gets locked in once the TV Player app is activated and connects to the IPTV service. What this means is, the user can stream content only from one location (e.g. your home). Access will be denied if the user tries to change his/her IP address, which restricts watching TV on the go across compatible devices, except using one smartphone when connected to any WiFi area.
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No IP Lock IPTV Service: This option does not restrict the user from changing his/her IP address, which means a VPN service can be used, unlike the IP Lock IPTV service. The users have more flexibility to use the service across multiple devices and locations, even if traveling worldwide.
What is SO Player?
SOPlayer is a sleek, very user-friendly IPTV player app that pairs very well with streaming content service providers supporting the app. No IPTV app comes with the content by itself. To connect the app to the IPTV service, one must get the activation/login credentials from the SO Player IPTV service.
What Are Activation/Login Credentials?
- Provider ID: A code that uniquely identifies the IPTV service
- Username and Password: Used to authenticate the user's IPTV account
- Device PIN Codes: Tie the user's device(s) to his/her IPTV account & limit unauthorized usage
NOTE: Depending on the IPTV service chosen, the user receives 4, 5, or 7 PIN Codes
SO Player, gaining traction due to:
- Great technology that helps stream, organize, and manage streaming content from the IPTV service
- Buffer-free, fast streaming experience
- Intuitive UI (User Interface) and easy navigation
Important Note: SOPlayer is no longer in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, but it can be sideloaded to certain devices. See Compatible Devices below...
SO Player Compatible Devices
- Android Devices: TV, Box, Phone, Tablet (Can no longer be downloaded from Google Play Store)
- Devices with Android OS: Firestick, Fire TV, Fire Cube, NVIDIA Shield (must be sideloaded)
- Smart TVs: Samsung, LG
- iOS/Apple Devices: iPhone, iPad (No longer can be downloaded from the Apple App Store)
NOTE: Unless the user already has the SO Player installed on those devices where the app cannot be downloaded anymore, those devices can't be used.
IPTV Apps Similar to SO Player (Workaround)
If the SO Player app can't be downloaded to a compatible device, the workaround is to use a very similar app like:
These IPTV apps work the same as SO Player and require the same type of activation/login credentials
IP Lock vs No IP Lock IPTV - Comparison Chart
| Feature | IP Lock | No IP Lock |
| Tied to Specific IP | Yes | No |
| Security Level | High | Moderate |
| Access from Multiple Locations | No | Yes |
| Ideal Use Case | Home-only | Travelers |
| Sharing Allowed | No | Yes (may violate TOS) |
| Setup Compatibility | Simpler | More involved |
| VPN Compatibility | No | Yes |
Who Is IP Lock SO Player IPTV Services For?
Best suited for:- Users whose primary interest is streaming TV/VOD from home or a single location
- Users not interested in using a VPN service or mobile hotspots
- Subscribers seeking a more secure connection
Not ideal for:
- Individuals who prefer using a VPN service
- Travelers or users who want TV on the go
- Want more features, content, countries, or little to no streaming restrictions
Activation/Login Credentials: Trial or Subscription
It's important to understand that SOPlayer is not a stand-alone streaming TV/VOD service. It's a app free to download to any compatible device. There are IPTV services that support SO Player, Nora GO, and XPlay.
If one app cannot be downloaded to a streaming device, one of the other apps may be downloaded. This gives the user more device compatibility when choosing one of these services that supports all 3 apps.
To use any of those apps requires a free trial or subscription from the IPTV service, such as a SO Player subscription, Nora GO subscription, or XPlay subscription. Actually, it's a 2 or 3 apps in one subscription, depending on the IPTV service chosen.
When registering for the free trial or one of the subscription plans, the IPTV service will email the user's activation/login credentials. See what's included further up.
These credentials are entered into the app to activate and use it to watch TV online. Without the credentials, the app is useless.
Final Thought
IPTV services continue to address TV viewers' needs and revolutionize accessing TV/VOD entertainment with apps like SO Player, XPlay, and Nora GO. Although these apps are used for IP Lock services, there is a solution for every user. Whether it's IP Lock, No IP Lock, flexibility, or stability, understanding these options enhances the user's goal to obtain exactly what s/he wants.
IPTV services that support 2 or 3 apps provide more compatibility. Since SO Player is now limited to certain devices than before, XPlay and Nora GO fill the gap that lets users download the right app to do the job.
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