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Opto SIC

Opto SIC

by Sic-Sociedade Independente de Comunicacao S.A

197 ratings
77 reviews
🎬 Entertainment
📡 News
Free

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Released
November 22, 2020
Updated
September 14, 2026

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Sic-Sociedade Independente de Comunicacao S.A
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Stream top Portuguese entertainment and news content, including series, films, soap operas, documentaries, and journalism. Access live broadcasts, recorded shows, exclusive original content, and daily news summaries anytime, anywhere.

✓Live TV broadcasts
✓30-day automatic recordings
✓Exclusive original content
✓Customizable news summaries
✓Exclusive soap opera previews
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What users say about Opto SIC

Reviews of Opto SIC are mostly negative: the Entertainment app is rated 4.5/5 from 197 App Store ratings. What users like most: good content library of Portuguese novelas and SIC programming, visually pleasing and easy-to-navigate interface. Top complaints: frequent app crashes and freezing issues, content unavailable in many countries (geo-restrictions). Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 📺Good content library of Portuguese novelas and SIC programming
  • 🎨Visually pleasing and easy-to-navigate interface
  • 🌍Allows Portuguese speakers abroad to access home content
  • 🎬Access to exclusive OPTO content and reality shows
  • ▶️Live TV and pause/rewind functionality available
  • 📱Works well on iPhone and mobile devices

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes and freezing issues
  • ❌Content unavailable in many countries (geo-restrictions)
  • 💰Expensive pricing, especially for international users
  • 🔌Constant disconnections and playback interruptions
  • 📵Premium paywall blocks most free content
  • 🎙️Missing audio features (AirPlay, subtitles for hearing impaired)
  • 📱Incompatible with Apple TV and Samsung/LG smart TVs
  • 🔄Picture-in-Picture and multitasking not working properly
  • ⏸️App pauses when system alerts appear
  • 🆘Poor customer support and unresponsive to emails
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What's New in Opto SIC

4.5.2

September 14, 2026

Obrigado por utilizar a aplicação OPTO! Esta atualização contém correções e melhorias à aplicação em geral.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Programação

Fui de férias tento ver programação, anteriores e não encontro por ex : amor eterno não me aparece quando procuro
BBatistaClaudia713

App muito mau

Cada vez pior agora não se consegue ver notícias do dia anterior
Jjoaopiloto

I can’t pay for it from the US

I can download it but it won’t take my payment from the US and everything I want to watch it says I need premium so I’m going to delete it
Zzelia71

App muito mau

Cada vez pior agora não se consegue ver notícias do dia anterior
Jjoaopiloto

Response from developer

Olá.. lamentamos que não estejas satisfeito com a OPTO-SIC. Trabalhamos na evolução contínua da aplicação e todas as sugestões com feedback de melhoria são bem-vindas. Podes contactar-nos no Apoio ao Cliente: apoio.cliente.opto@sic.pt Obrigada 👍🏻 A equipa OPTO

Login não funciona nas apps

O login através do parceiro Vodafone não funciona. Estou a pagar a subscrição, mas só funciona no browser, em todas as apps (TV, mobile e iPad) perde imediatamente a sessão após login…
AAsosu007
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

17 issues

App crashes and freezes frequently

Bug

Login failures with 'bad request' errors

Bug

Black screen when trying to reset password

Bug

Content shows 'try again later' or 'not available at the moment'

Bug

Double charging for monthly subscriptions

Bug

Playback stops when receiving system notifications

Bug

Picture-in-Picture functionality broken

Bug

Chromecast casting issues (image orientation problems)

Bug

App doesn't open on Apple TV and some smart TVs

Bug

Continue watching feature missing

Bug

Episode numbering incorrect (jumps backwards)

Bug

Incomplete novela episodes in catalog

Bug

Country restriction errors (code 5)

Bug

Account access issues despite active subscription

Bug

Premium content error even for paid subscribers

Bug

Sound cuts and audio issues on LG TVs

Bug

App won't save viewing progress

Bug
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Requested Features

12 requests

Add SIC Notícias (news channel) to live programming

Feature

Include older novelas in catalog (Vingança, Rosa, etc.)

Feature

Add Brazilian novelas currently airing on SIC

Feature

Multiple user profiles to avoid content duplication

Feature

Ability to manage subscription within app (not just website)

Feature

Proper Apple TV and smart TV app support

Feature

Continue watching feature and watch history

Feature

Subtitles/captions for accessibility

Feature

Improved AirPlay support without pause symbol

Feature

Geolocation detection to inform users of content restrictions

Feature

Reduce pricing for international subscribers

Feature

Offline viewing capability

Feature

FAQ

What kind of content is available on this app?

The app offers a wide range of Portuguese entertainment and information content. This includes series, films, soap operas, documentaries, and journalism from Portuguese television. You can watch live broadcasts, access recordings, and enjoy exclusive original content.

Can I watch content if I'm abroad?

Yes, if you are abroad, you can access the live broadcast of SIC. Additionally, you can access 7 days of automatic recordings from SIC Notícias. This allows you to stay connected to Portuguese content even when outside the country.

Are there any exclusive features for users?

The app provides exclusive original content produced by Opto. Furthermore, users get exclusive previews of SIC soap opera episodes, allowing them to watch them the day before their broadcast. Customizable daily news summaries are also available in 10, 15, or 20-minute formats.

Is this app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to use. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a free access model for its content.

What are the benefits of using this app for news?

For news, the app offers the best journalism from Portuguese television. You can watch live broadcasts and access recordings. It also provides daily news summaries in compact formats of 10, 15, or 20 minutes, made to suit your needs for quick information.