DIRECTV is one of the satellite television service providers that offer services in the United States of America. They provide television and entertainment services through the use of satellites that deliver the packages to the client’s homes. Recently they have begun to broadcast their programs through the internet, in addition to satellite transmission, by launching the DIRECTV streaming service. But is it any good for the internet TV service that they are offering? Let me briefly list the strengths and weaknesses that I have identified.
Picture Quality
In regards to the quality of the pictures, it remains clear that the satellite service provided by the company is superior to its internet service. Satellite gives you the ultimate streaming experience at full HD 1080p without any frustrations of buffering or delay. The internet streaming quality is still good in 720P, though you may experience a little delay in some cases especially if it is in the middle of the day or evening. The only downside, though, is that the stream quality is steadily rising in tandem with the increase in Internet connection speed.
Channel Selection
Currently, satellite offers more channel options than their streaming service DIRECTV. Satellite brings a station selection of over 315, including entertainment, news, and sports, with additional selections for kids. Streaming packages are quite restrictive with channel availability and can range between 45 and 65+ depending on the package. Of course, satellite will be the winner in this segment of the number of available channels.
Functionality and Features
The overall content and options that are currently available through the Internet television service of DIRECTV are quite vast and competitive with companies like Sling and YouTube television. In addition, you can get things like cloud DVR, VOD, options for streaming on multiple devices, and more The phone and tablet applications are also quite smooth. The con is that while you can use satellite TV on your home internet connection, you cannot stream it anywhere else, at home only.
Cost
DIRECTV streaming also has one major benefit which is it is much cheaper than their satellite service. Basic streaming packages can be as low as $70 per 30 days while satellite services range from $100 per month after the first-year sales promotions are over. I will stress that for value for money, the streaming option is a great choice for the viewer. You also do not have to worry about extra expenses such as equipment and installation where the satellite service is used.
Conclusion
If DIRECTV offers satellite service still, the picture quality and the choices of channels are incomparable, but streaming TV, through the internet, has grown dramatically in the last year or two. In many families, the streaming service is fairly affordable and comes with value and features that are cheaper than those of its competitors. DIRECTV streaming is always a good option to cancel cable if your home internet connection is fast and very reliable. Just don’t anticipate that you will get similar programs as those aired on the satellite service. Taking into account their fairly low prices and continuous upgrades, however, DIRECTV’s internet TV option is solid.
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