How to Watch DIRECTV STREAM on Android TV
You can stream DIRECTV STREAM on Android TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming DIRECTV STREAM using your Android TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Android TV while using DIRECTV STREAM.
DIRECTV STREAM
DIRECTV STREAM is a live TV streaming service, which is essentially the streaming version of the DIRECTV service. All packages include local channels and at least 31 of the top 35 cable channels. New subscribers can get a free Gemini streaming device from the company, in which case the service is called “DIRECTV via Internet.”
Android TV
Android TV is a streaming device that can be used to watch Live TV Streaming Services and On Demand Streaming Services.
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Can you stream DIRECTV STREAM on Android TV?
How to Sign Up and Download DIRECTV STREAM on Android TV
DIRECTV STREAM is available natively using Android TV. Additionally, you may be able to stream to your Android TV through Google Cast.
DIRECTV STREAM app on Android TV
- Click here to sign up for DIRECTV STREAM.
- Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Android TV.
- Launch the app store and search for “DIRECTV STREAM” on your Android TV. Alternatively, Click here to install the app.
- Select “Download” to install the app.
- Once installed, log in using your DIRECTV STREAM credentials.
- You can now stream DIRECTV STREAM on Android TV.
Google Cast
- Click here to sign up for DIRECTV STREAM.
- Install the DIRECTV STREAM iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
- Once installed, log in using your DIRECTV STREAM credentials.
- Make sure your streaming device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android Phone/Tablet or iPhone/iPad.
- Start playing the content in the DIRECTV STREAM app and select the Google Cast icon.
- Choose your Android TV and it will start displaying on your streaming device.
How to Sign Up for DIRECTV STREAM on Other Streaming Devices
If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use DIRECTV STREAM on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
What features are available on DIRECTV STREAM?
Unlimited Cloud DVR
Your DVR storage depends on your plan. New subscribers will get Cloud DVR storage. Those on legacy plans get access to 20 Hours of DVR storage, or can upgrade to Unlimited for $10 a month.
In both cases, any recordings on your DVR will expire after . In a series recording, max 30 episodes stored (oldest deleted first which may be in less than ).
Up to 20 Devices
You can use DIRECTV STREAM on up to 20 simultaneous devices on the same home network, or up to three devices while traveling outside your home.
38 TV Everywhere Apps
DIRECTV STREAM gives you access to 38 different TV Everywhere apps.
List of Compatible Apps
- A&E App
- AMC App
- BBC America App
- BET NOW
- Bravo Now
- BTN2GO
- CBS Sports App
- CMT App
- CNBC App
- Comedy Central App
- DisneyNow
- E! Now
- FOX Now
- Fox Sports Go
- Freeform App
- FX Now
- FYI App
- Max
- MAX Go
- MLB At Bat
- MSG Go
- MSNBC Now
- Nat Geo TV App
- NBC App
- NBC Sports App
- NFL Mobile
- Oxygen Now
- Showtime Anytime
- Syfy Now
- Telemundo Now
- Universal Kids App
- Universo Now
- USA Now
- Watch ABC
- Watch Cooking Channel
- Watch DIY
- Watch ESPN
- Watch TCM
On Demand
There is a variety of on demand content to stream within the DIRECTV STREAM app.
Parental Controls
DIRECTV STREAM has some parental controls to help restrict content.
Hulu Live TV and Sling TV also have parental control features.