Faster setup
With no satellite dish required, you can count on a fast, easy self-install. Plus, start watching instantly with the DIRECTV app^^—even before your equipment is set up.
No longer just a satellite TV service, DIRECTV offers live TV packages streamed directly to your screen via your home internet connection. Here’s how it works—and why you’ll love it.
With no satellite dish required, you can count on a fast, easy self-install. Plus, start watching instantly with the DIRECTV app^^—even before your equipment is set up.
Gemini Air delivers a sharper, more brilliant picture. Plus, search live TV, On Demand, and top streaming apps in an easy, intuitive way.**
Sign in to the DIRECTV app on any compatible device to stream your live TV subscription. That goes for devices from in-home streaming boxes, smart TVs, and gaming consoles to portable devices like phones, tablets, and laptops. Wherever you have high-speed internet, you can stream DIRECTV.
Get popular channels for the sports fans, film buffs, and drama lovers in your home. Save on all of it with DIRECTV’s 2-year price guarantee.
Does DIRECTV have internet service?
No, DIRECTV doesn’t offer internet service directly. That said, our support teams can help you order DIRECTV and local internet service from our partners, including AT&T Fiber in select areas. Call 1-800-580-5494 now to start your DIRECTV order and find an internet package perfect for streaming.
What internet speed do I need for DIRECTV?
We recommend the following speed plans depending on the internet services available in your area. Most homes in the United States have access to at least two of these. Call 1-800-580-5494 today to find internet packages near you and order them with DIRECTV.
Fiber. With the fastest speeds and lowest lag rates on the market, fiber nearly eliminates buffering and still leaves enough bandwidth for others to work, socialize, and game at the same time. Any fiber plan works, but choose a faster plan the more people/devices use your internet.
5G. Also a faster internet technology, 5G home internet usually provides enough speed for streaming and other activities at the starting plan. Consider upgrading to the next plan if you frequently use multiple devices.
Cable. Cable speeds run the gamut from 100 Mbps to about 1.5 Gbps. Middle tiers are best for streaming, but choose faster speeds the more devices you add to your network.
Copper internet (DSL). Choose the fastest speed available. You may need to stream DIRECTV at a lower resolution to leave room for other users on your network.
Satellite internet. Satellite isn’t recommended for streaming DIRECTV. Video uses so much data that you’ll quickly exceed your soft data cap, and your speeds will drop dramatically.