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What is the DIRECTV App?
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DIRECTV App - An extraordinary experience
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Flexibility is contagious
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What should you expect from the DIRECTV App?
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Recorded Shows
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Comprehensive streaming
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DVR Scheduling
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Voice Recognition
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On-Demand Content
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DIRECTV App Information
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How to access DIRECTV App?
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Design
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App Homepage
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Inner Pages
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Content
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Desktop/Mobile experience
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Suggestions I have for DIRECTV App
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Conclusion
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Looking for a way to keep from sitting glued to the TV all day? Check out mobile streaming apps! Various platforms, such as NBC, CBS, and DIRECTV, have launched apps that allow users to get a TV-like experience on their phones without having to sit in front of the TV. Whether you're using an Android or iOS device, you can stream TV at your convenience.
Today we will be reviewing the DIRECTV App. As an AT&T user, you would have tons of confusion between DIRECTV, DIRECTV App, and DIRECTV NOW. So just to clear the confusion, here's what you need to know. AT&T took over DIRECTV. Now, every other vertical except the DIRECTV app has been replaced by AT&T moniker. So you have AT&T Now which is an internet-based streaming platform and you have AT&T TV which is the direct rebranding of DIRECTV. It's just the app that's still available on the platform as DIRECTV App.
What is the DIRECTV App?
The DIRECTV App is a great streaming app that allows you to watch your favorite movies and TV shows on-demand. It has access to over 45,000 movies and TV shows, and you can stream them on up to five devices at the same time. If you're already subscribed to AT&T wireless, you don't need to pay any additional cost or data coverage to use this service.
DIRECTV App - An extraordinary experience
This app has some great features. For example, if you want to record a new program, you can use the app to carry out the following task. You can set your DVR remotely using your device and it will record the content whether you're near it or not. The app also allows you to view various programs on your mobile device. You get access to live streams along with on-demand content on your mobile device.
Flexibility is contagious
The DIRECTV app allows you to use your tablet and iPad as a mobile streaming device, which is unbelievable given how far the app has come in terms of functionality. It's no longer a traditional clicker app but rather an intuitive touch-based one that offers a comprehensive solution to your streaming questions. The best part is that the app helps you enjoy entertainment without relying on television or your desktop.
What should you expect from the DIRECTV App?
The apps have evolved significantly over the years. Especially in mobile platforms, the apps have become more interactive, HD quality, and user-friendly. In 2020, you can access content within a few clicks and in high definition. Additionally, the digital way of consuming content allows for community interaction. So if you're not yet familiar with digital ways of consuming content, you're going to find it hard to shake off this rudimentary view-only way of watching content.
Recorded Shows
With DIRECTV's app on your Android or iOS device, you can stream recorded content anywhere you want. You can personalize your playlist and watch it on the go. You can also rewind the content 72 hours back so that you don't have to miss any episodes. This is great for those who missed out on shows due to a busy schedule. Certain channels within the app allow for catch-up viewing of past episodes.
Comprehensive streaming
Unlike other streaming services that only offer the latest seasons of popular shows, DIRECTV provides all seasons of every show on the network. Once you finish watching an episode, the next episode will play within 20 seconds. If you want to watch the content right away, you can tap the play button. This makes DIRECTV a comprehensive streaming service provider because it allows you to stream on multiple devices simultaneously, as well as use ScreenSwitch - Send the content from your mobile screen to your TV.
DVR Scheduling
You don't have to be home to watch your favorite event. Say you're a huge football fan, but you're busy at work. All you need to do is use the DIRECTV app and schedule the DVR to record the content when you're not there. You can use the iPhone app to not only view but also edit the recordings in one go.
Voice Recognition
As you can use Siri or Bixby on your iPhone or Samsung device to input voice commands and access various functionalities in the apps, I found that 80-85% of the time the command was accurate. However, if there is a lot of background noise, then it might be a problem.
On-Demand Content
In fact, you can even catch up on your favorite shows while on the go.
Having access to a platform where you can access on-demand content is really a blessing when you're stuck somewhere. Be it traffic or the airport routine, streaming on-demand content can help you kill time thereby making you less frustrated. With over 10,000 titles in its on-demand library, you really have it all on your phone. Sure, the streaming won't be pristine with data pack connection but the pixelation and audio breakage is not something you'd experience. In fact, you can even catch up on your favorite shows while on the go.
DIRECTV App Information
This disparity is most visible in the customer service.
The DirecTV App for Android and iOS are quite different. Android users think it's terrible while iOS users don't seem to show as much compassion. The app has been downloaded by over 10 million people from the Google Play Store and is just under 75 MB. On the other hand, on the App Store, the app size is 206 MB and requires iOS 10 or above for compatibility. This shows that not only the app size but even the features on both these platforms have massive differences. This disparity is most visible in customer service.
How to access DIRECTV App?
Since DIRECTV is a legal app, you don't have to worry about downloading it from a third-party website. The DirectTV App is available on Google Play Store and the App Store. Download the app from there and install it onto your phone.
Design
The DIRECTV App sports a clean and unique interface. The dark theme looks cool and really helps the other elements with blue accents to stand out. The dark background with light gray buttons and blue highlights look amazing. Even the way the entire content has been laid out provides the homepage and inner pages with sufficient breathing room. Thus, at no point in the app, you'll feel that the section is cluttered.
App Homepage
You can scroll through the list and select the one you want to watch. The interface is straightforward, and very user-friendly.
There's a drop-down menu to the left with a search bar in the center and Chromecast options to the right. There are different sections and thumbnails for you to choose from. There are two tabs under the search bar where you can choose between "Watch on Phone?" and "Watch on TV?" Under each section, you'll see numerous sections filled with thumbnails. There are as many as four thumbnails in each row, accompanied by the title, release year, and runtime. You can scroll through the list and select the one you want to watch. The interface is straightforward, and very user-friendly.
Inner Pages
The inner pages that I would like to discuss are when you find a page using the search query. For instance, when I search for Modern Family, I?ll find a thumbnail followed by all the essential information and two CTA buttons - ?Watch?, and ?Record?. Under that, you can find synopsis and details about the cast and crew. Other than that, you have the remote functionality, using which you can operate your DVR. And finally, there?s a channel section wherein you can choose to stream Live TV on your phone.
Content
The DIRECTV app has a large content library that allows you to access over 45,000 movies and TV shows, as well as stream on up to five devices simultaneously. You can stream content and even record it on your DVR. You'll find popular shows along with the latest releases from premium channels such as Cinemax, HBO, Encore, STARZ, and Showtime.
Desktop/Mobile experience
I accessed DIRECTV TV on my iPhone 8 and Google Pixel 3a. I have to admit that my experience with the iOS app was much better than Android. I'm pretty sure the stark difference between the capabilities of these apps has translated into a positive user review on App Store and negative user reviews on Android.
Overall, the streaming was steady on both these platforms. However, Android just offered a better user-interface and had more personalized options than iPhone. Also, at certain places, the iOS app would freeze for a while and crash but that never happened with the Android app.
Suggestions I have for DIRECTV App
Many people know that AT&T intends to transition existing DIRECTV App users over to their new AT&T NOW streaming platform. This move is sure to mark the end of DIRECTV as we know it.
Conclusion
DirectTV is having a sale on their app and before anyone could wish them taking it to the next level, they cashed in. AT&T hasn't ruined the experience and is trying to make the content available in more ways than one. So, my suggestion to you would be to enjoy this app while it lasts.
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