Last month, DIRECTV began testing a new multiview feature for streaming customers, allowing subscribers to watch multiple channels simultaneously on a single screen. Before that, Gemini users got a first look at the beta test during 2024 election coverage.
The testing included curated Mix Channels – sets of four channels in one category, including sports, news, and entertainment.
Today, DIRECTV launched seven new Mix Channels. These new mixes allow Signature Package (which include Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate, and Premier packages) and Genre Pack customers to watch up to four live programs at the same time, on a single screen.
Here are the seven new Mix Channels and which packages you’ll find them in.
- Sports Mix: ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, NBC Sports (Signature, MySports)
- League Sports Mix: MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL Network, NHL Network (Signature, MySports)
- News Mix: CNN, Fox News Channel, Fox Weather, MSNBC (Signature, MySports, MyNews, MyEntertainment)
- Business Mix: Bloomberg Television, Cheddar News, CNBC, Fox Business, (Signature, MyNews)
- Kids Mix: Disney Channel, Disney Jr., Disney XD , Nickelodeon (Signature, MyKids)
Additionally, in select markets where DIRECTV has the rights to stream all local stations, a Locals Mix (ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC) will be available for Signature Package, MySports and MyNews customers. A Sunday Sports Mix (CBS, Fox, ESPN and FS1) will be available beginning September 7 for select Signature Package and MySports customers.
Look for the new channels in the 910+ and in the Your TV carousel on DIRECTV Gemini devices, Roku, Fire TV, and Android TV. Apple TV and Samsung Tizen devices will be added in the coming weeks.
“DIRECTV has innovation in our DNA and is proud to have pioneered multi-channel viewing nearly two decades ago,” said Vikash Sharma, head of product at DIRECTV. “Now we’re bringing the next generation of multiview to streaming with new mix channels to give consumers more flexibility and control over how they watch and discover their favorite programming—whether it’s four games, four news channels, or a mix for everyone in the house.”