Who Here Has DirectTV??

[TheMoneyShot]

Never tried Dish.. Always the little brother to Directv..

At the satellite forums... they say the resolution at DISH compared to DirecTV on Huge screen TV's is very noticeable.

DISH = Poor resolution

DirecTV = Better bang for the buck

[JIBBBY]

Well UPDATE -

Have Directv now and love it.. Pay and get everything. Is what it is.




Bought Firestick and the remote didn't work so I returned it..

Bought ROKU instead and have it up and working now..

They wanna charge you for everything you wanna watch.. Offer free trials for 30 days with Netflix, HULU, SLING, NFL Ticket, etc... It's a frigg'n wash!! So disappointed.. They make you lay down a creditt carddd just to activate the service which pissed me off..

I guess I might pay the $5 bucks a month for ESPN + to watch the UFC.. Everything else I pay for now on Directv and get.. Netflix I don't have so I will use the 30 day free trial also.. You do get the free regular standard channels though but that's about it.

Gonna keep a close eye on my CCard to see what is charged now..



That's my conclusion..

[JIBBBY]

Well I'm still learning all the features.. Youtube you get and other stuff with Roku.. Give me a week and let me get back to you all... I may have jumped the gun with my above post.. I'm seeing options that you can't access on Directv.. You can stream stuff on the fly..

[POISON]

How many seasons have they been doing this? I missed last season with the NFL Network.

It's good to see though... people deserve more bang for their buck.

I've had DirecTv for 25 years at least. I'm not sure about how many years with the 212 alternates though, maybe 2 or 3?

[jjgold]

They are all limited

All have weaknesses sees


The best quality and most extensive tv is still traditional

[TheMoneyShot]

I've had DirecTv for 25 years at least. I'm not sure about how many years with the 212 alternates though, maybe 2 or 3?

I wasn't able to receive the ALT game last broadcast (blacked out.) I have no idea why? Game was in Florida... I'm in Michigan.

So far.... haven't seen one game on the ALT channel. Perhaps... it doesn't work for me. lol

[JIBBBY]

OK Roku and Fire Stick streaming for TV FREE viewing is decent.. It has voice command to search for any old movies that you can view like regular channels, youtube and other stuff without being charged.. All in HD. It's on command which is cool.. Can voice command to watch any old shows like family guy, sienfeld, etc.. It will find and play.. Directv can't do that.. You can tap into all NBC sports regional and watch national televised games for free..

Better have fast internet service which I do.. No stalls or stops watching anything so far.. You do have to pay for Netflix or ESPN+ though. Understandably though

Still you gotta watch commercials and advertising always with what ever you watch, can't record either, but then again it's free every month. Can get your TV show viewing on with Firestick or ROku for sure..


Directv still far more superior with DVR capabilities and paying for all channels.. Can't be matched but you pay for that.. Roku and Firestick is free..

If I was broke I'd go Roku and Firestick with high speed internet service for sure.. It's not a WASH!!!

I think you can bypass NFL Sunday ticket, and NBA league pass with Roku and Firestick, not sure yet though, I think you will be able to free stream most games..

Maybe someone else can chime in on that????

[jjgold]

Too many options

I stick with youtube tv right now

simple

[JIBBBY]

Too many options

I stick with youtube tv right now

simple

Can't be lazy at our age JJ, gotta put in the work and keep up with technology and all the gadgets..

You slip and you will miss out and be left in the stone ages..

[jjgold]

YouTube tv the latest chief

[DiggityDaggityDo]

Too many options

I stick with youtube tv right now

simple

Is Youtube better than Hulu?

I've never tried Youtube so not even sure what features it has.

Can you save shows with Youtube like Hulu?

[jjgold]

YT has built in dvr unlimited space
Good choice of channels
$50 a
Month

[DiggityDaggityDo]

I guess on Youtube you can watch Karate Kid, right?

[jjgold]

No idea Diggity people watch too much tv here it is sad

[BeatTheJerk]

Does DirectTV still have Dish reception issues ? If so that’s a deal breaker it’s fukKing almost 2020 & I will not be interrupted by poor weather, for Christ sakes I’m down in Florida & use to have big problems via satellite & I was always livid back in the late 1990’s.

[BeatTheJerk]

Was at a fukKing Super Bowl party one year probably early 2000’s guy had DIRECTV party was down in Miami terrible weather that night. We missed nearly half the game no exaggeration.

[RudyRuetigger]

I guess on Youtube you can watch Karate Kid, right?

im pretty sure they were or are making youtube red available for those that dont want to pay a monthly fee, you just have to watch commercials

[RudyRuetigger]

OK Roku and Fire Stick streaming for TV FREE viewing is decent.. It has voice command to search for any old movies that you can view like regular channels, youtube and other stuff without being charged.. All in HD. It's on command which is cool.. Can voice command to watch any old shows like family guy, sienfeld, etc.. It will find and play.. Directv can't do that.. You can tap into all NBC sports regional and watch national televised games for free..

Better have fast internet service which I do.. No stalls or stops watching anything so far.. You do have to pay for Netflix or ESPN+ though. Understandably though

Still you gotta watch commercials and advertising always with what ever you watch, can't record either, but then again it's free every month. Can get your TV show viewing on with Firestick or ROku for sure..


Directv still far more superior with DVR capabilities and paying for all channels.. Can't be matched but you pay for that.. Roku and Firestick is free..

If I was broke I'd go Roku and Firestick with high speed internet service for sure.. It's not a WASH!!!

I think you can bypass NFL Sunday ticket, and NBA league pass with Roku and Firestick, not sure yet though, I think you will be able to free stream most games..

Maybe someone else can chime in on that????

i thought once you get the firestick, the only thing you pay is for nitro or cyclone

i think you are doing it wrong bro

i dont really know what step you take after you buy the firestick to then activate a nitro or cyclone subscription on it

i guess firestick has a web browser or something to set it up

[JIBBBY]

Does DirectTV still have Dish reception issues ? If so that’s a deal breaker it’s fukKing almost 2020 & I will not be interrupted by poor weather, for Christ sakes I’m down in Florida & use to have big problems via satellite & I was always livid back in the late 1990’s.

Yes, Directv dishes go out during heavy rains still to this day..

[JIBBBY]

i thought once you get the firestick, the only thing you pay is for nitro or cyclone

i think you are doing it wrong bro

i dont really know what step you take after you buy the firestick to then activate a nitro or cyclone subscription on it

i guess firestick has a web browser or something to set it up

It does have a setup browser for both Firestick and Roku. Walks you thru it and then it gives you a menu to purchase channels like HBO, Starz, Showtime, youtube Channel, Netflix, Pandora, etc....

Both Firestick and Roku offer MANY free viewing channels, like NBC, ESPN, basic movie channels, etc..

So Nito and Cyclone you can get but have to pay $7 a month on either Firestick or Roku to get either. To activate Firestick or Roku at the start up menu you do have to lay a Creddit Carrd number down which isn't charged but stored on Roku or Firestick. I didn't like that. I see now it's to click and buy channels to view.. It then automatically charges your card every month when you choose to pay for channels that aren't free...

Like ESPN + I'll be charged $5 a month for that now. That's all I paid for..

[BeatTheJerk]

Yes, Directv dishes go out during heavy rains still to this day..

Then they can suck a big phat dick, that’s just lazy modern day technology.

[TheMoneyShot]

Yes, Directv dishes go out during heavy rains still to this day..

A major downpour yes....

Minor light rain.... I have no issues.

Make sure your satellite signal is pushing 99% - 100% strength on a sunny clear day. It can be done properly with a qualified tech.

[TheMoneyShot]

Holy fukk. I had to call that special DirecTV discount number for 1 minor billing issue.

Talked with the same rep as before.... not only she corrected the billing issue.... she threw in an additional $15.00 off credit each month for 12 months... Crazy!

Total discounts now $135.00 off my bill each month for 12 months. Absolutely insane.

I will post my bill when it's updated.

Nicest broad on the phone ever... REALLY DOES GIVE GREAT PHONE!!!

[swordsandtequila]

It does have a setup browser for both Firestick and Roku. Walks you thru it and then it gives you a menu to purchase channels like HBO, Starz, Showtime, youtube Channel, Netflix, Pandora, etc....

Both Firestick and Roku offer MANY free viewing channels, like NBC, ESPN, basic movie channels, etc..

So Nito and Cyclone you can get but have to pay $7 a month on either Firestick or Roku to get either. To activate Firestick or Roku at the start up menu you do have to lay a Creddit Carrd number down which isn't charged but stored on Roku or Firestick. I didn't like that. I see now it's to click and buy channels to view.. It then automatically charges your card every month when you choose to pay for channels that aren't free...

Like ESPN + I'll be charged $5 a month for that now. That's all I paid for..

Firestick, Roku, AppleTV, Nvidia Shield, etc are streaming devices. Nitro, Cyclone, Helix, etc. are IPTV services, not apps. You need a proper iptv player app to watch these services. Smarters, TiviMate (what I prefer) are just two of many that are available (Google Play Store, Amazon Store, etc.). Some are free with a pay option for more customization, some are paid. Doing some research beforehand will save a lot of questions/headaches later.

https://www.reddit.com/r/IPTV/comments/5k40ae/iptv_for_complete_beginners/

https://www.reddit.com/r/iptv4us/comments/9slx3v/the_comprehensive_beginners_guide_to_selecting_an/

https://www.explainthatstuff.com/how-iptv-works.html

Just a few links of many on the subject. Google is your friend (in this case)

[RudyRuetigger]

Firestick, Roku, AppleTV, Nvidia Shield, etc are streaming devices. Nitro, Cyclone, Helix, etc. are IPTV services, not apps. You need a proper iptv player app to watch these services. Smarters, TiviMate (what I prefer) are just two of many that are available (Google Play Store, Amazon Store, etc.). Some are free with a pay option for more customization, some are paid. Doing some research beforehand will save a lot of questions/headaches later.

https://www.reddit.com/r/IPTV/comments/5k40ae/iptv_for_complete_beginners/

https://www.reddit.com/r/iptv4us/comments/9slx3v/the_comprehensive_beginners_guide_to_selecting_an/

https://www.explainthatstuff.com/how-iptv-works.html

Just a few links of many on the subject. Google is your friend (in this case)

good info, thanks bro

if someone posted this in the other thread, i missed it

[swordsandtequila]

[ZIPPER HEAD]

You guys love to make a mountain out of a mow hill. No wonder there are so many losers in here. I go with my local carrier, make a deal with them, get everything I want, and have NOT had a price increase in 7 years. Screw Dish, Direct, and all of the other rip off artists that you guys use. I get every sports station that matters and a ton of them that do not. Get a life guy. I mean, yo MUST have something more important to you than watching TV. Maybe you don't.

This coming from a guy who watches golden girls- You phony douche nozzle

[jjgold]

Too many options now nothing is the best unless you go at local carriers

[MUHerd37]

It's called Sportz TV. Look it up.

[JIBBBY]

Holy fukk. I had to call that special DirecTV discount number for 1 minor billing issue.

Talked with the same rep as before.... not only she corrected the billing issue.... she threw in an additional $15.00 off credit each month for 12 months... Crazy!

Total discounts now $135.00 off my bill each month for 12 months. Absolutely insane.

I will post my bill when it's updated.

Nicest broad on the phone ever... REALLY DOES GIVE GREAT PHONE!!!

Gotta call in with Directv!! Saving are always there to be had.. Pain in the asss though to call every 3 months but you gotta do it.. Just $50 off your monthly bill adds up to a $600 savings per year. It's worth a few phone calls every year at 15 minutes per call on average to save $600 a year..

If you don't call regularly then you're just being lazy and giving Directv your money for free every month...

[JIBBBY]

It's called Sportz TV. Look it up.

Gotta pay for it but it looks solid.. Thanks bud looking into it now..

https://troypoint.com/sportz-tv-iptv/

[JIBBBY]

It's called Sportz TV. Look it up.

Does this give you access to UFC PPV and Boxing events? That's the only way I'll pay for it monthly..

This is what I am reading with Sportz TV -

Sportz TV standard package costs $14.95/month and includes 24/7 Channels, Adult Channels, Sports, PPV, International Channels, and more. This package comes with 3 connections which means you can use their service on up to 3 devices simultaneously!
They also provide a 4-connection package for $19.95 per month as well.

[mike tyson35]

People still watch tv?

[MUHerd37]

Does this give you access to UFC PPV and Boxing events? That's the only way I'll pay for it monthly..

This is what I am reading with Sportz TV -

Sportz TV standard package costs $14.95/month and includes 24/7 Channels, Adult Channels, Sports, PPV, International Channels, and more. This package comes with 3 connections which means you can use their service on up to 3 devices simultaneously!
They also provide a 4-connection package for $19.95 per month as well.

Yeah. Watched UFC last weekend. Thousands of channels. Works great. Waiting to see if they will have all the NFL games. I’m really happy with it.

[jjgold]

FuboTV underrated also