Tag: DIRECTV
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DIRECTV Just Suffered a Massive Blow
The sports television landscape for bars and restaurants faces a significant shift as DIRECTV loses its long-standing role in distributing NFL Sunday Ticket to bars, restaurants, and other businesses. Starting with the 2026 NFL season, the package transitions to a streaming-only model exclusively through EverPass Media, marking the end of satellite delivery via DIRECTV for…
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The Best St. Patrick’s Day Movies to Stream Today
St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about parades, green beer, and shamrocks. It’s also a great excuse to kick back with a movie that celebrates Irish culture, folklore, and a little bit of mischievous luck. From charming romantic comedies set against the Irish countryside to a notorious horror franchise starring a very angry leprechaun, there’s no…
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DIRECTV Launches In-App Sports Hub and New Multiview Mix Ahead of March Madness
March Madness is nearly here and before the 67-game tournament, DIRECTV is making some changes to its viewing experience, just for the fans. Whether you’re signed up for DIRECTV satellite, a Signature streaming plan, or the more affordable MySports genre pack, you can catch the action on the court and try out the improved features…
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YouTube TV’s New Packages vs DIRECTV Genre Packs: Comparing the More Affordable Options
Live TV streaming services have slowly been increasing their prices over the years, as they add new channels and features for cord cutters. However, cost is still the number one reason given for switching from cable to streaming and the prices are getting too high for many subscribers. To address the need for more affordable…
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DIRECTV Loses Some Local CBS & ABC Stations
DIRECTV subscribers in several mid-sized U.S. markets woke up on March 7, 2026, to find five local broadcast stations missing from their channel lineups. The blackout stems from a failed retransmission consent agreement between the satellite and streaming provider DIRECTV and Morgan Murphy Media, a family-owned broadcaster based in Madison, Wisconsin. The carriage dispute escalated…
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DIRECTV Customers Have a Chance to Win Trips to World Cup Matches
Now through March 31, DIRECTV is giving customers the chance to catch a World Cup match in person through the DIRECTV PERKS customer loyalty program. Eligible DIRECTV customers can enter for a chance to win prizes including multiple match trips and other prizes. The 2026 World Cup tournament will take place in 16 host cities,…
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DIRECTV Warns Of The Danger of Mega ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Mergers to Local News
In a recent move to influence regulatory decisions, satellite television provider DIRECTV has presented a detailed analysis to the Federal Communications Commission, pointing out potential drawbacks of increasing consolidation among local television station groups. The submission focuses on how mergers and shared operations among broadcasters are leading to a noticeable decline in the production and…
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DIRECTV Will Allow Customers to Stream Apple’s F1 Coverage in the DIRECTV App
DIRECTV announced today that it will make 24 race F1 season available to both residential and business customers, for anyone who receives Apple TV through DIRECTV. In October, Apple announce that it will be the exclusive streaming home of Formula 1 for the next five years. Apple’s coverage will include all practice, qualifying, Sprint sessions,…
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YouTube TV vs. DIRECTV vs. Fubo: Cheaper Sports Package Breakdown Pricing, Channels & More
Cord cutters who stream their favorite teams will soon have another choice when deciding which comprehensive live TV package is worth adding to their lineup. YouTube TV is rolling out its sports-only package, giving sports watchers a skinny-bundle for their favorite leagues and teams without the extra fluff. The package is launching with several other…
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YouTube TV vs DIRECTV vs Fubo vs Hulu vs Sling TV vs Philo: Which Streaming Service is Best for February 2026?
Are you curious about switching to a new live TV streaming service in206? We’re here to help. Below, we’re comparing the major players – DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Philo, Sling TV, and YouTube TV. We’ll cover the channel lineups, packages and pricing, and additional features to help you decide which service is right…