DirecTV
DirecTV, (formerly AT&T TV, DirecTV Now and DirecTV Stream) offers multiple ways to watch live TV, including satellite and streaming options. DirecTV also offers different base packages (Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate and Premier) for consumers to choose from, with the selection of live TV channels ranging from more than 90 to more than 145.
SB Rating
- $87+/mo
- 90+ channels
- Unlimited streams
- Unlimited DVR
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MyFree DirecTV: All The Live Channels You Can Watch For Free
Earlier this week, DirecTV launched MyFree DirecTV. The new and completely free service provides access to a wide variety of free, ad-supported (FAST) channels. Getting started with the free TV service requires nothing more than signing up for a free account with an email address. However, and in spite of being free, it is only…
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DirecTV’s Free Live TV Streaming Service Is Now Available
DirecTV has now officially launched its new and free live TV streaming service, MyFree DirecTV. As explained last month, the new streaming service provides access to a variety of free, ad-supported (FAST) channels without the need to pay a monthly subscription fee. The channel lineup spans a variety of genres, including sports, food and travel,…
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DirecTV Gemini And Gemini Air Users Are Getting A New ‘My Apps’ Carousel
DirecTV‘s Gemini and Gemini Air customers will begin to see another change to their interface over the coming days, thanks to the rolling out of DirecTV’s new ‘My Apps’ carousel. According to DirecTV, the new carousel makes it easier for users to find content on third-party apps and services by bringing together the most watched,…
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DirecTV To Offer Multiview Election Day Coverage
DirecTV plans to test its own version of multiview beginning with coverage of the 2024 election. According to DirecTV, the new multiview experience will become available across DirecTV platforms on November 4th and will remain available until the presidential election results are confirmed. The new Multiview support will be offered as part of an Election…
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DirecTV Adds Another 8 Free, Ad-Supported (FAST) Channels
DirecTV has added another eight free, ad-supported (FAST) channels to its lineup, providing DirecTV and DirecTV Stream subscribers with access to even more entertainment content. The new channels are available now and can be accessed directly through the live TV guide. Here’s an overview of the latest additions. Declassified (Ch. 4485) – go deeper into…
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DirecTV Is Launching A Free Live TV Streaming Service Next Month
DirecTV is launching a completely free live TV streaming service next month. MyFree DirecTV is due to go live on November 15 and will offer access to a wide selection of free, ad-supported (FAST) channels. The channels will span a variety of genres, including sports, entertainment, kids and family, news, and lifestyle. Over the past…
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AT&T Sells Remaining 70% Stake In DirecTV
AT&T has agreed to sell its remaining 70% stake in DirecTV, bringing an end to the joint venture with TPG Capital. According to the terms of the agreement, AT&T expects to receive $7.6 billion as part of the deal. In February of 2021, AT&T struck a deal with TPG Capital to create the new DirecTV…
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DirecTV Buys Dish TV And Sling TV
DirecTV has now entered a definitive agreement with EchoStar. The agreement will see DirecTV take control of EchoStar’s video distribution business, which includes Dish TV and Sling TV. The deal is expected to result in a combined customer base of almost 20 million. According to the terms of the deal, DirecTV is acquiring EchoStar’s video…
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DirecTV Is Running A 5-Day ‘Movies Extra Pack’ Free Preview Right Now
DirecTV and DirecTV Stream subscribers currently have access to a five-day free preview of the Movies Extra Pack add-on. Considering the free preview began today, the additional channels will remain free through Monday (Sept. 30). During the free preview, the Movies Extra Pack channels can be found on Ch. 564-573 for DirecTV via Satellite and…
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DirecTV Stream Adds Philadelphia’s WFMZ-TV News Channel
Philadelphia’s WFMZ-TV is now available to DirecTV Stream and DirecTV via Internet customers. The new station unlocks access to local news and weather in the greater Philadelphia area, as well as popular programs, including Judge Judy, Judy Justice, 48 Hours, and Last Man Standing. The independent news channel was already available to DirecTV satellite customers…
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DirecTV And DirecTV Stream Will Carry Chicago Sports Network (CHSN)
Thanks to a multiyear distribution deal, the new Chicago Sports Network will be available to DirecTV customers and DirecTV Stream subscribers.
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DirecTV Satellite Customers Can Now Watch Fox Weather
Following the addition of Fox Weather to DirecTV Stream’s lineup in 2022, DirecTV satellite customers also now have access to the FAST channel.
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DirecTV And Disney Agree Deal, Lost Channels Immediately Restored
The new agreement in principle between DirecTV and Disney includes the ability for DirecTV to offer genre-specific options, including sports.
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A DirecTV And Dish Merger Is Apparently Back On The Table
A merger would likely provide the combined entity with a much greater ability to negotiate with programmers in the future.
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DirecTV Stream Adds Another 10 FAST Channels, Including Ax Men And Duck Dynasty
While popular Disney-owned channels remain unavailable on DirecTV Stream, subscribers have now gained access to more FAST channels.
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AAA Members Can Now Save $10 On DirecTV Via Internet (Or Satellite) Each Month
With DirecTV now included as an additional AAA membership benefit, members can save $10 each month on the cost of a live TV package.
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DirecTV Confirms It Is Losing Customers Due To Disney Dispute
A DirecTV exec has confirmed the loss of subscribers as a result of its dispute with Disney that led to the blackout of a number of channels.
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DirecTV Stream Adds User Profiles With Personalized Recordings, Recommendations And More
After testing profiles with beta users earlier this year, DirecTV Stream and DirecTV via Internet users can now create individual profiles.
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DirecTV Rejects Disney’s 3-Hour ABC News Offer For Tonight’s Presidential Debate
It would seem that DirecTV and Disney can’t even agree on letting affected customers watch tonight’s monumental presidential debate.
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DirecTV’s FCC Complaint Against Disney Gains Support From The American Television Alliance
DirecTV filed a complaint with the FCC earlier this week, accusing Disney of behaving anticompetitively during its carriage dispute.
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