DirecTV is rolling out a major app update for mobile users. The new app for phones and tablets looks to offer an improved user experience and includes changes that have been implemented in response to user feedback.
Key Takeaways
- DirecTV’s new mobile app is already available to iOS, Android, and Samsung users, with Amazon devices expected to begin receiving their update from tomorrow.
- The update introduces a refreshed navigational experience, including a new bottom bar for quicker access to the library, guide and on demand sections.
- A much-requested dark UI is also included, and designed to provide a better viewing experience during longer sessions.
DirecTV‘s new mobile app experience is rolling out in stages. Officially, the update began its rollout journey yesterday (Dec. 15) for iOS, Android and Samsung users.
Beginning tomorrow (Dec. 17), the update is expected to also begin rolling out to Amazon devices.
Regardless of the platform and device, it may take some time for all users to receive the update on their devices, with DirecTV suggesting the rollout will take up to a month and continue through the beginning of next year.
Existing users looking to gain access to the new version of the app as soon as possible might want to consider attempting to force the update through their device’s app store.
Alternatively, uninstalling the app and downloading it again may work, as the new version has first become available through new downloads.
Better Navigation And Dark UI
In terms of what users can expect once they have received the update, the details are still a little limited. However, what appears to be one of the headline features is the addition of an improved navigational experience.
DirecTV is looking to achieve this through the use of a refreshed top navigation bar, along with the introduction of a new bottom navigation bar.
The new bottom navigation bar makes it quicker and easier for users to jump to specific sections of the app, including Home, My Library, Guide and On Demand.
Another confirmed change is the use of dark UI that’s designed to make it easier on the eyes and especially during extended periods of viewing. According to DirecTV, the availability of a dark UI fulfils one of its most requested features.
DirecTV appears to be in the process of addressing many app issues right now. The new mobile experience follows last week’s release of an app for LG smart TVs, closing a major gap in device support.
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