GSE Smart IPTV Pro Not Working After macOS 27.0.1 Upgrade

This is a compatibility issue with a 3rd party application and macOS 27.0.1. It is the developer's responsibility to keep their application(s) up to date and compatible with current versions of macOS (which is why there is a beta testing program for developers).

You need to contact the developer of the app, inform them of the issue, and wait for them to release a fix.

See the following from Apple: How to contact an app developer - Apple Support

GSE Smart IPTV Pro is an abandoned legacy app that has not been updated for 2 years.

The version on the App Store (v4.4) was built explicitly for tvOS / iOS. It only runs on your MacBook and iMac because Apple Silicon Macs can run unmodified iPad/iPhone apps. When a major macOS update changes underlying system frameworks, older iOS apps running on macOS frequently stop responding to click navigation, playlist parsing, or file browsing.

Because the developer (droidvision) appear to be no longer actively updating the software, you will need to try a few workarounds or migrate to a supported macOS alternative.

Grant Full Disk Access

Sometimes, a macOS upgrade resets privacy permissions, preventing older iOS apps from reading local data databases or network caches.

• Click the Apple Menu in the top left and open System Settings.
• Navigate to Privacy & Security > Full Disk Access.
• Look for GSE Smart IPTV Pro in the list and toggle the switch to On.
• If it isn't listed, click the + icon at the bottom, find the app in your Applications folder, and add it manually.
• Fully restart the app and try opening your playlists.

Use Alternative App Navigation

Since double-clicking is broken, the app's tap-gesture translation layer is failing. Try these alternative input methods to bypass the double-click bug:

• The Return Key: Click the playlist once to highlight it, then press Enter / Return on your keyboard.
• Right-Click Menu: Right-click (or two-finger tap) the playlist to see if a contextual "Open" or "Browse" menu appears.
• The Web Interface: GSE IPTV has a built-in web server. Go to the app's settings, turn on GSE Web Tools, and use a web browser on your Mac (like Safari or Chrome) to manage, upload, or trigger your playlists.

Migrate to a Native macOS IPTV Player

Because GSE Smart IPTV Pro is obsolete, the best long-term solution is migrating to a native macOS player. These applications are optimized for macOS 27 and will natively accept your existing M3U local files or remote URLs:

• Iptvnator (Highly Recommended): A free, open-source, and highly modern IPTV player built for desktop operating systems. It handles heavy M3U playlists and remote URLs seamlessly.
• VLC Media Player: The ultimate open-source cross-platform media player. You can simply go to File > Open Network and paste your remote playlist URL, or drag and drop your local M3U file straight into the VLC window.
• LilyPlayer or Troypoint: Native Mac App Store alternatives designed specifically for desktop viewports.

Thank you for sharing the details of the problem.

Since GSE Smart IPTV Pro opens normally on both your MacBook Pro 16-inch and iMac, but no longer responds when you double-click local or remote playlists, the issue may be related to compatibility with the new macOS version.

One important point to clarify is that the Apple App Store listing you referenced specifies tvOS 12 or later, which applies to the Apple TV version, not macOS. 

A separate Mac version is available on the App Store, with a stated minimum requirement of macOS 10.12 or later. However, this minimum requirement does not guarantee full compatibility with macOS 27.0.1.

Given that everything worked correctly before the upgrade and the same problem now occurs on both Macs, a compatibility issue affecting playlist handling is a reasonable possibility, although the exact cause has not been confirmed.

I recommend first confirming that you have the Mac version installed, then restarting your Mac and checking for application updates. If the problem continues, Apple's troubleshooting guides for apps that stop responding or won't open and force-quitting an unresponsive app may be helpful.

If none of these steps resolves the issue, contact the app developer through the Mac App Store listing and explain that playlist browsing stopped working after the macOS 27.0.1 upgrade on both computers. Ask whether the current version is compatible with this macOS release and whether an update is needed to restore playlist functionality.

Before reinstalling the app, make sure your playlists and settings are backed up.

In short, the tvOS requirement on the original listing does not establish Mac compatibility. If you are already using the dedicated Mac version, the developer may need to investigate a compatibility issue introduced by the operating system upgrade.

I hope this helps you identify the cause and get your playlists working again.

Contact the app developer.

Apple can't really help you as that is not an Apple product.

From what I can see, that app is only available for iOS and iPadOS. There is not a macOS version.

Though it may be installable on macOS, it is NOT verified as compatible with macOS at all. If it doesn't work, it doesn't work.

I wouldn't expect them to help you with it since your'e not running it on the intended platform.

I sincerely appreciate your support. I have followed all the steps suggested by neuroanatomist, but unfortunately, none of them worked. I also tried contacting the developer and Apple Support, but I haven't received any response.

What makes GSE IPTV Smarter stand out from other applications is its ability to display the current channel URL and streaming resolution. These features are particularly useful because they allow me to customize and organize my own playlist based on the one provided by my IPTV service provider.

I would greatly appreciate it if anyone could suggest a working solution to this issue or recommend an alternative application that offers similar features, particularly the ability to view the current channel URL and resolution.

Thank you in advance for your help and recommendations.

I have the same issue as well. the workarounds did not work for me. Any one who has found a solution?

I have tried contacted with developer as well as with Apple support but no response.