It’s official!
Multichoice has officially stated the introduction of the DStv Now apps that will make it possible for subscribers of DStv to enjoy DStv channels via any streaming platform of their choice without the need for a decoder. Yep, you heard that right, you will be able to turn your TV at home into an easy and available to use DStv hub on your devices. I don’t know about you but I am loving it!
So basically by including these apps (DStv Now), your entertainment life is made much easier for you to enjoy the various channels via the streaming platform, such as your phones, laptops etc. It’s like the DStv Now is the new home of DStv on the go!, everywhere you go, you got access to DStv channels.
Before I get carried away, lol, let me explain what the DStv Now ia all about, the features and how to gain access to it.
DStv Now is a service brought to you by Multichoice which allows you to watch your favorite series via mobile devices or desktop via a browser. You wilol be able to stream live shows,watch your movies on repeat, even get catch ups on episodes you missed, download and watch later. It’s a predecessor to the DStv Mobile, and un unlike the previous one that only supported by a few devices, DStv supports all devices (just internet accesss/ 3G and a browser needed).
Features of DSTV Now App
Here are some of the features on this service;
Watch Live TV – you will be able to stream live TV on your mobile/ computer device (football matches, Big Brother Naija, anything and everything inbetween.
Catch Up – If you missed out on any episodes or just want to re-watch, this is that feature for you.
Cast to TV or Big Screen – With the support of screen mirroring, you can cast the current screen on your phone to a bigger screen like a desktop or TV.
With the DStv Now, you can now watch a programme live as it’s currently airing, also set a reminder for an upcoming programme. In short, it comes with a full TV Guide info about each TV Show (description,rating, duration etc)
Note;
- Before you can use the DStv Now App, a valid subscription must have been done to DStv Premium, Compact or Compact plus.
- Internet Connection and Data plan requires.
- Your DSTV Connect ID.
- A supported Browser.
How to Watch Live Series on DSTV Now App
- Visit www.dstv.com on your browser or open the DSTV Now App on your Android or iOS devices. Click Download DSTV Now App for iPhone OR Download DSTV Now App for Android
- Login with your DSTV Connect ID. You may be required to create a DSTV Connect ID the first time you login
- Search for the TV show you want to watch. You can go to the Live TV section there to see programmes airing currently on DSTV. Catch Up enables you watch episodes of your favorite shows that you may have missed. You can also visit the TV
- Guide to see upcoming shows and set reminders on shows you may want to watch
- When you see a TV show you want to watch, click on it to get to the details page where you can either stream or download the show.
That easy.
However, there is a way to help reduce the date consumption by going through the setting on the DStv Now where you can reduce the quality or resolution of the video to the lowest quality.
Note; using the DSTV Now will require a whole lot of data as it involves live streaming and video download especially some channels that are HD in quality especially with the low budget nowadays. It’s advisable to use the DStv Now only when you’re subscribed to an unlimited dataplan.
To do so;
- Go to the DStv Now menu
- Tap on the setting
- Click on Maximum video Quality, then on the Option button and select low,
Done.
You can watch DStv Now with almost evry devices such as Androids, tablets, iPhones etc.
So guys what are your thoughts on this?, don’t forget to share
