How to Fix Constant Buffering on Peacock
There is nothing more frustrating than the constant spinning wheel (buffering) when you just want to relax and watch Peacock. Buffering means the app is waiting for the internet to deliver the next chunk of the video.
Here is how to solve it.
1. Disconnect Other Devices
If someone else in your home is downloading large files, playing online games, or streaming 4K video, it can hog all the internet bandwidth. Try disconnecting other heavy internet users temporarily.
2. Move Your Router Closer
If you use Wi-Fi, the signal might be too weak by the time it reaches your TV. Ensure there are no large metal objects (like a refrigerator) blocking the path between your Wi-Fi router and your TV.
3. Restart the Peacock App
Force close the Peacock app and open it again. This forces the app to establish a fresh connection to the servers, which often fixes the buffering loop.