Requirements for 3D:

DirecTV subscribers require to have a 3D TV, a HD or HD DVR receiver, a HD Access and a pair of 3D glasses to access 3D programs. For 3D TVs, DirecTV basically recommends subscribers to have any of three models of Panasonic TV namely TC-P54VT25, TC-P58VT25 and TC-P65VT25. Other than these models, subscribers can also select TV models from Samsung, Mitsubishi, Sony and others. The HD or HD DVR receiver and HD Access are provided by DirecTV itself whereas the 3D glasses should be obtained as per DirecTV’s suggestions.

Dish Network subscribers should have 3D TV or 3D capable HDTV, ViP922 Slingloaded HD DVR, HDMI cables, HD Access and 3D glasses. The 3D glasses should be compatible with the 3D TV.Subscribers should have the 3D TV and the 3D glasses from the same brand. But most importantly, subscribers have to have the ViP922 Slingloaded HD DVR, as only this DVR in Dish Network can support 3D videos. HDMI cables are required to connect the TV and the DVR. It is good for subscribers if they have high-speed HDMI cables of 10.2 Gbps or higher.

3D Channels:

DirecTV is the first TV service, all round the globe to deliver 3D broadcasts. DirecTV’s 3D broadcasts are delivered via DirecTV Cinema, n3D (powered by Panasonic) and ESPN 3D. In these channels subscribers can watch latest movies, live sports coverage, documentaries and others in crystal clear 3D format. Movies of DirecTV Cinema can be accessed on channel number 104 and 105 of DirecTV. The n3D (powered by Panasonic) channel is delivered on channel number 103 and ESPN 3D is delivered on channel number 106 of DirecTV.

Dish Network delivers 3D content in their Video On Demand section. These segment can be accessed on channel number 1 and 501. Also, subscribers can access the 3D Video On Demand movies by accessing the movie list available in Dish Cinema.

3D Programs:

DirecTV delivers 3D programs on DirecTV Cinema, n3D (powered by Panasonic) and ESPN 3D. DirecTV Cinema can be accessed on two channels (ch. 104 and ch. 105). These channels showcase the movie titles of free as well as on demand movie lists. To order on demand  movies, subscribers require Internet service connected to a HD DVR. Many movies of DirecTV can be watched instantly in 3D format. n3D (powered by Panasonic) delivers  ubscribers, the most HD programs including sports, music, nature, arts and more. ESPN 3D is another channel with 3D broadcasts. ESPN 3D, as the name suggest includes sports broadcasts. Subscribers can access live as well as highlights of different popular games.

Dish Network delivers 3D Video On Demand (VOD) content that includes movies, events and TV shows. Subscribers can access these content by lacing an orders. Subscribers can order Video On Demand content on channel 1 and 501 or Dish Cinema using Dish network remote control. Internet connection is also required to order Video On demad content. Subscribers can check the 3D content available for Video On Demand on channel 1 and 501 of Dish Network. These channels contain Video On Demand program lists and subscribers can select and order their desired VOD. The Video On Demand content are available for 24 or 48 hours only, after placing the order. Subscribers can also place an order for 3D Video On Demand via Dish Cinema. They will be able to access a separate list under the heading called “3D On Demand”. Going into this “3D On Demand” movie list, subscribers can select and place an order for their favorite movies. Apart from Video On Demand content, Dish Network also broadcasts a number of in-season games and other shows in 3D from time to time.

From explanation above, we can clearly assess that DirecTV provides subscribers with more 3D channels and programs as compared to that of Dish Network. But Dish Network has more strategies to bring in more 3D content and channel very shortly. Even DirecTV has plans to  increase their 3D broadcasts with more 3D channels. Thus, subscribers of both Dish Network and DirecTV will soon have a world of 3D entertainment to explore.

How to Access the YouTube in DirecTV:

To watch the YouTube uploads, subscribers should first click on the Menu button of their remotes, select Smart Search and type the search term. Subscribers will thereafter get a list of TV programs that match the search term. Along with the TV programs a listing of YouTube videos can be also seen. Selecting any of the YouTube entries, subscribers will have another list of relevant YouTube video listings to explore. Tuning into any of them, subscribers can watch the video uninterruptedly.

With each of the YouTube videos, subscribers can get a list of related details such as who uploaded the video, view count, the length of the video and many more. Parental Control feature can be activated to lock access of these YouTube videos. Also when subscribers have YouTube account, they can flag inappropriate or unsuitable videos.

Requirements:

The YouTube video accessibility enable subscribers of DirecTV to watch amazing and interesting video stuffs related to their search terms. To enjoy this great service from DirecTV, subscribers require an HD DVR or DVR (model R22 or higher) receiver connected to home broadband internet service.

DirecTV can thus access various YouTube videos. These videos along with different details help them acquire a clear knowledge about their various searches.

The Guide of My DirecTV:

The Guide presents details of DirecTV programs for 14 days. Whatever program info is required, subscribers can find them all in The Guide. From The Guide, subscribers can find different programs such as premium movies, international programs, local channel programs, regional sports network’s programs, SonicTap Music shows, Spanish programs and others. They can order and record these programs as well. The Guide separately list downs all programs under different categories. Below is given a brief note on these categories.

General Programs:

The DirecTV channels with general programming are grouped under the category “General Programming”. Each and every program details are displayed with channel number, genre and more. General programs includes channels with variety programs including news, movies, sports, musics and others. Browsing the list, subscribers can select their favorite programs and set recording from the list itself.

DirecTV Cinema:

The upcoming titles of movies on DirecTV Cinema can be obtained from The Guide. The titles with time, date, channel numbers and other details are grouped under the heading called “DirecTV Cinema”. From the list of titles displayed on The Guide, subscribers can select their favorite movie and place an order accordingly.

Spanish Channels:

The “Spanish Channels” list contains the details of all Spanish-language broadcasts. Different Spanish-language shows with channel’s names, numbers, timings are presented in this list of The Guide. Accessing this list subscribers can check the programs and set recordings accordingly.

Premium Channel Programs:

By clicking on the the “Premium Channel Program” of The Guide, subscribers can check the forth coming broadcasts of premium movie channels including HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, Starz and others. They can browse the list and set recordings of their desired programs.

Regional Sports Network:

The “Regional Sports Network” of the Guide groups the broadcasts details of all Regional Sports Network included in DirecTV. Browsing the list, subscribers can check programs details of their regions and set recordings of favorite sports as well.

Seasonal Sports:

When different in-season games are on, subscribers can check each broadcast details (of 14 days) in The Guide of DirecTV. The list of in-season sports broadcasts are delivered under the heading called Seasonal Sports”. Subscribers can set the different broadcasts and place an order accordingly.

International Programs:

DirecTV delivers International programs. Bulk programs are delivered in 9 different languages. The Guide of DirecTV presents detail information on all international programs. Subscribers should check their required info by clicking the “International Programs” list available in The Guide of DirecTV.

Local Channels:

The “Local Channels” list of The Guide contains the broadcast details of all the local channels. But to access these details, subscribers have to enter the ZIP code of their area. After entering the ZIP code, subscribers can easily check the broadcasts of the local channels available in their area. Further subscribers can select programs and set recordings from the list directly.

SonicTap Satellite Music Channels:

The Guide contains broadcast details of the SonicTap music channels. Browsing the list of these channels subscribers can find details of various music shows and set recordings thereby.The online “The Guide” of DirecTV is amazing as subscribers can check, search and record their favorite programs. Subscribers can also search their programs by channel number as well as channel names and set recordings accordingly.

Adult of My DirecTV:

Adult section of My DirecTV gives access to listings of adult programs on DirecTV. Subscribers can browse these listings as well as  order and record the different content. The adult content lists are conveyed under different headings. Below is given a brief note on each  of these headings.

All Adult Access Pass:

The “All Adult Access Pass” consists of programming details of many adult channels. Subscribers can check current and upcoming broadcast details of these channels. Subscribers can also order and set recordings of programs from this program guide. Also, from the list of adult channels included, subscribers can order programs for a duration of 90 minutes and 3 hours.

Hustler TV:

Hustler TV is a popular name in world of adult entertainment network. This television service delivers a number of channels on DirecTV. The “Hustler TV” list delivers the programming schedule and other details of the Husteler channel on DirecTV. Subscribers can browse the list and set recordings accordingly.

Premium Adult Entertainment:

DirecTV delivers a number of channels from premium network. Different channels from HBO, Showtime, cinemax and Starz deliver programs with adult content. These adult content’s broadcast details are rendered in the “Premium Adult Entertainment” list. Subscribers can browse the list and set recording of their favorite programs.

From explanation above, we can assess that, the The Guide and Adult options of My DirecTV provide broadcast details of different programs. The Guide carries details of all programs on DirecTV. Whereas with the “Adult” option, subscribers can access details of different adult programs.

Record programs and Pay-per-View:

Subscribers should primarily have a DVR receiver to record TV shows. They can set recordings of programs by navigating the program guide or using the search field. When they find a title, click the “Record” button below it and follow the instructions on the following windows. For pay-per-view programs, subscribers can either order and record or record and rent later. Ordering a per-per-view initiates a payment process. But the “rent now and record later” option allows subscribers to record the pay-per-view and pay before watching that. The recorded content will be in the DVR as long as subscribers want. But pay-per-view movie will remain in a DVR for 24 hours after subscribers had begun to watch it.

Set Recordings via DVR Scheduler:

Subscribers can set recordings of programs using DVR Scheduler service via mobile phone, PCs etc. DVR Scheduler works with DirecTV Plus DVR receivers (model R15 or above) and DirecTV Plus HD receiver (model HR20 and above). To set up DVR Scheduler, subscribers should do the followings.

• Create a DirecTV account on directv.com to view DirecTV program guide on mobiles phones and PCs.

• Using the online account, sign in and browse the online program guide on PCs or go to m.directv.com on mobile phones.

• Browse the titles and select the show to record.

• Click the Record option and the request will be sent.

To send a record request on computers from directv.com, subscribers will require an internet browser, an internet connection and a directv.com user name and a password. To send a record request on mobile phones, subscribers will need a compatible mobile phone, an internet browser, a mobile phone data plan and a directv.com username and password. Select models of mobile phone of select brands are  compatible to schedule a DVR recording. Select iPhone, iPod Touch, Blackberry, Adroid, Palm etc. mobiles phones can be used to set DVR  recordings. The free iPhone application also enable subscribers to manage DVR recordings remotely via compatible mobile phones.

Prioritize DVR Recordings:

Subscribers can prioritize their DVR recordings when programs are scheduled at the same time. They can handle such conflict management by indicating preference of one program over the other. The preferred program will get recorded. Find below the priorities that subscribers can set for their recordings.

• Record If Possible: This specifies a general recording status. The DVR will record this recording if there is a tuner available and there are no already previously set recording conflicts. Also therehas to be enough recording space on the DVR to record this recording.

• Definitely Record This: This signifies high priority status and the TV show needs to be recorded for sure. The DVR will record such
  selection even if there are existing conflicts, no tuner available and no space on the DVR.

Sometime subscribers want to remotely record a show that has started airing and there are two recordings that are in progress at that same. In such situation subscribers having DirecTV Plus DVR should select “Definitely Record”option. This will direct the DVR to record the program requested remotely. The recording of other two programs will be stopped. But for subscribers with DirecTV Plus HD DVR, it is not possible to place a new record request when recording of two programs are already going on.

Program Not Recorded:

When subscribers had sent a record request for a particular show but the DVR is not recording it then they should observe the following points.

• Try to find the request in subscriber’s DVR Playlist. If it is not found there then check the To Do list of the DVR.

• Check The History List available in the same menu area as the To Do list.

• Check listings of other DVRs present in home. The record request might had been sent to other DVRs.

• Confirm that the DVR access card number that the request had been sent to matches the DVR that is thought.

• Reset the DVR receiver.

Number of Recordings at The Same Time:

DirecTV DVRs can be set to record two programs scheduled at the same time. Not only this subscribers can watch two separate programs on two TVs at this time.

Record HD 3D Content:

DirecTV’s HD DVRs can record 3D content. However, the HD DVR should be connected to a compatible HD TV to watch the 3D content.

By scheduling DVR recordings, subscribers can watch their favorite shows, pay-per-views, live events without miss. Subscribers can schedule recordings even remotely. The ability to record favorite program to watch them in convenient time is a blessing for subscribers.
Not all subscribers can manage watching programs on time.

TV Everywhere Service:

TV Everywhere enables subscribers to watch Dish Network programs, on demand and control DVRs from any location. Dish Network is
first to introduce this service. There are different ways to access this service. They are given below.

Sling Adapter:

Dish Network is the first and only TV service provider to render TV Everywhere service with Sling Adapter. The Sling Adapter when connected to 722 or 722k ViP HD Duo DVR, enables subscribers to watch TV remotely with the help of Dish Remote Access app. Subscribers can watch shows and manage their DVRs via compatible mobile phones and laptops, tablets etc.

DishOnline.com:

DishOnline.com is an online portal and one of the TV Everywhere services of Dish Network. With it, subscribers can watch their subscribed Dish Network programs, schedule and manage DVRs remotely, watch live broadcasts and DVR recordings on compatible mobile phones and laptops with ViP®, 922 SlingLoaded DVR. Dish Network subscribers require a Dish Network online ID to access DishOnline.com. Even non Dish Network subscribers can use DishOnline.com to watch free online content. Dish Network is the first and only satellite TV provider to deliver such online service.

ViP®, 922 SlingLoaded DVR:

ViP®, 922 SlingLoaded DVR with Dish Remote Access provides subscribers with TV Everywhere service. With this DVR, subscribers can access channels and DVR recordings on their web enabled computers and compatible mobile devices. Subscribers can go ahead to search programs by browsing the program guide, DVR and TV viewing options, by clicking the common network logos. With the ViP®, 922 SlingLoaded DVR, subscribers can record their favorite shows and it contains 1TB hard drive, the highest recording space provided in the entire industry. Apart from all, the DVR also provides Pictute-in-Picture feature, On-screen Caller ID with history, new graphical interface, Dolby digital surround sound and others.

Dish Remote Access:

With Dish Remote Access, subscribers can watch TV remotely,schedule DVR recordings and browse or search programs over a high-speed Internet connection or 3G cellular data plan. Subscribers need to have compatible ViP series DVRs from Dish Network. However to watch TV remotely, subscribers must either have the ViP®, 922 SlingLoaded DVR or a ViP® 722/722k HD DVR receiver with the Sling Adapter accessory. Connecting the DVR to home broadband, subscribers have to login in to dishnetwork.com with username and password and click Dish Remote Access under “My Account”. Compatible mobile device users have to likewise download the free Dish Remote Access app and log in. A wide variety of mobile devices from iPhone, iPod touch, iPad to Android, Blackberry etc. can be used.

Google TV:

Dish Network delivers the amazing Google TV with Logitech Revue devices. Logitech Revue devices that mainly include a set top box and a Keyboard Controller help access Google TV uninterruptedly. Google TV can be accessed in DirecTV and other TV services. But the Logitech Revue devices are offered in Dish Network at a lesser price than their original market values. This is due to teaming up of Dish Network and Logitech. With Google TV, subscribers can access web right on their TVs.

International Programming:

Dish Network delivers international programming in great number of languages. And with the passing of time, Dish Network is adding more new channels in their different international packages. Currently, Dish Network delivers international programs in 28 different languages. Apart from that Spanish -language programs are rendered in four different packages. Compared to other satellite TV providers such as DirecTV, Dish Network delivers programs in more number of languages. DirecTV delivers international programming in 9 languages. Dish effort to telecast programs in as many foreign languages as they can. People from different countries who have been residing in the United States can feel home with such efforts of Dish Network. Starting from Russian, Greek, Arabic to Tamil, Telugu, Vietnamese and many more language-programming are delivered by Dish Network.

Pricing:

Dish Network delivers five main English-language packages namely America’s Top 120, America’s Top 120 Plus, America’s Top 200, America’s top 250 and America’s “Everything” Pak. These packages are delivered in lesser price when compared to the main English packages of DirecTV, the other prominent satellite TV provider in the United States. Likewise, Dish Network delivers four Spanish-language packages in much lesser price when compared to Spanish-language packages of DirecTV. However, it must be mentioned that DirecTV delivers more number of channels in many packages than those of Dish Network.

Thus, Dish Network efforts to provide good TV service to their subscribers and in many cases they are better than others. In the same manner in many cases, such as sports programs, DirecTV delivers much better programming than other TV services. All TV services provide
programming in a variety of different ways. Some aspects or areas remain unique to particular TV services.

QR Codes:

Quick Response code abbreviated as QR code is a two-dimensional code, readable by barcode readers and camera phones. The code is formed of black modules put in square patterns on a white background. The encoded information types vary and they can be text, URL or other data. QR codes are used widely in commercial tracking applications and convenience-oriented applications aimed for mobile phone users. Compatible mobile phones with correct reader application can scan the image of the QR codes to display text, contact information, connect to wireless network or open a web page in the phone’s browser. Android operating system supports QR codes by including the barcode scanner and the browser supports URI redirection that allows QR codes to send metadata to existing application on the device. For iPhone devices, several free Apps are available with reader and metadata browser URI redirection capability. Many other operating systems are provided with barcode scanner that can read QR codes.

Scan QR codes in DirecTV:

For subscribers who do not have DirecTV app should first install the app on their compatible iPhone and Android phones. They should then select DirecTV print ads that feature a bar code. After that they just require to scan the code and instantly get details. DirecTV subscribers with iPhones and Android phone already equipped with DirecTV app can scan the image of QR Code to display various program information. The option appears on the left of phone device.

Thus, scanning the QR codes with compatible phones equipped with DirecTV app, subscribers can instantly get all information of any program. At the same time they can also set recordings for different programs. DirecTV subscribers thus have a good option to access program details and set recordings right from compatible mobile phones.

• Dish America Silver

• Dish America Gold

Subscribers who love to watch only HD channels can surely go with these packages. The two packages include local channels (where available) for free. This article explains in brief thesefully HD packages.

Dish America Silver:

Dish America Silver package brings subscribers a variety of more than 75 HD channels including Animal Planet HD, Hallmark Channel HD, Speed HD, Golf Channel HD. The package includes a small regular monthly rental.

Dish America Gold:

With Dish America Gold package, subscribers can access more than 85 HD channels. Channels available in the package includes Hallmark Movie Channel HD, Biography Channel HD, Planet Green HD, National Geographic HD and many more. The regular monthly rental of the package is slightly greater than that of Dish America Silver package.

HD Free For Life Service:

Apart from these HD packages, Dish Network delivers Free HD For Life with all English-language and two Spanish-language packages
(Dish Latino Dos and Dish Latino Max) of Dish Network. Dish Network is the first TV service provider to offer such scheme to subscribers. For accessing this service subscribers have agree to 24 month term commitment, give up credit or debit card details for auto bill payment,
agree for paperless billing and others.

HD Platinum:

HD Platinum package is another package with HD channels. This package is an add-on package with only HD channels.Subscribers can access 16 unrivaled HD TV channels for a small per month price. The sixteen channels included in the package bring subscribers a world of TV entertainment shows. Prominent of these channels include Indieplex, Retroplex, Epix, Centric, Fashion TV, Logo and others. Subscribers can access all sorts of programs in the channels of this package.

From explanation above, we can clearly assess that Dish Network delivers HD channels in a number of packages. The two fully HD packages namely Dish America Silver and Dish America Gold drive home great entertainment in crystal clear HD format and quality sound. A number of advanced DVR features add to subscribers’ TV viewing experience. However, many subscribers of Dish Network prefer HD Free For Life of Dish Network to the two fully HD channels. Dish Network provides packages as per different conveniences of subscribers. Subscribers can subscribe the HD package that is suitable for them.

Netflix:

Internet Video Streaming:

“Watch Instantly” option of Netflix is the internet video streaming service from Netflix. Viewers can check the select title lineups and instantly start watching movies, television shows and extras on their computers running Windows or Mac OS X as well as compatible mobile devices such as iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Apple TV and so on. Internet video streaming comes with the regular subscription of Netflix but limited portion of Netflix’s content are delivered under “Watch Instantly” option.

To access Netflix video streaming, users have to install Microsoft’s Silverlight software in their web enabled PCs. Users can start watching movies and others by just clicking on “Play instantly” button. While watching movies, subscribers can pause and restart as per their convenience. Subscribers of Netflix have unlimited hours of streaming video.

Disc Rental:

Netflix also delivers DVD and Blu-ray movies for rent on basis of monthly flat fee service. The movies are delivered individually through United States Postal Service. Currently Netflix has 58 shipping locations throughout the nation. Subscribers can create a “rental queue” that is a list of ordered movies. Subscribers can keep the rented movies for as long as they want. However, to rent a new movie again, subscribers should mail the previous one back to Netflix. Once Netflix receives the disc, they will ship the next available disc in the the subscriber’s rental queue. Subscribers can have a maximum of two movies per month. The pricing of a movie starts from $4.99/month.

DirecTV Cinema:

DirecTV Cinema is a great source of movie that drives home bulk movies. Movies from the latest releases to other movies are delivered in 1080p HD and Dolby Digital surround sound. Subscribers can access nearly 400 of the latest releases as pay-per-views with new movies added into the list every week. DirecTV Cinema delivers the latest movies 28 days in advance of the Netflix and Redbox. Apart from this, DirecTV Cinema renders over 6000 shows and movies at no additional charge. Subscribers can browse the titles list online and can place order and set recordings as well. After ordering any movie, it will be available in subscriber’s receiver. The DirecTV Cinema pay-per-view movies, also termed as “All Day Ticket Movies (ADT)” can be watched anytime they are playing during the day of order. ADT movies should be watched within 24 hours from the time of purchase. Sometime such ADT movies are broadcast on multiple channels at different times. DirecTV Cinema pay-per-view movies include small price per movie. Subscribers can also go with recording a DirecTV movie first and ordering it later. That is they can order a pay-per-view movie and later order it to view at their convenient times. The recorded movie will be in the DVR till the expiration date is over. Therefore subscribers should make sure to order and watch the movie before the expiration date is over. However, if subscribers keep the movie for too long, it will be deleted automatically from the DVR. HBO Go and Max Go are two online destinations where subscribers can watch movies and TV shows online but provided subscribers have subscribed to HBO and Cinemax premium channels.

Comparison:

• Netflix gives subscribers access to varied movies via their “Watch Instantly” and “Disc Rental” services. DirecTV Cinema delivers pay-per-view movies as well as bulk of free movies.

• Netflix’s “Watch Instantly” service is included within Netflix’s subscription at no additional price. Using this service subscribers can watch movies instantly for without any time limitation. DirecTV Cinema pay-per-view movies have to be ordered first to watch them. And also subscribers have to watch the ordered movie within 24 hours of purchase. If they a record movie then subscribers should watch the movie within 24 hours after they start watching it.

• Netflix do not require any hardware except broadband enabled TVs or PCs, mobile phones and others. But to access DirecTV Cinema movies, subscribers will require a DirecTV Plus HD DVR Receiver, a DVR Receiver, HD Service, broadband internet connection with a minimum connection speed of 750 Kbps or higher, a network router with an available Ethernet port.

• Netflix do not have current enough titles and also live feeds. On the other hand many DirecTV Cinema movies are available the same day as the DVD release nearly a month before Netflix and Redbox.

Compared to Netflix, DirecTV Cinema provides subscribers with more bulk movies. Subscribers who like watching movies including the latest releases can opt for DirecTV Cinema. But subscribers who like to watch only a movie or two in a week can go with Netflix. Netflix is a
good service but at many times when subscribers want to watch more and more new movies and TV shows then DirecTV Cinema will be more suitable choice.

NESN is jointly owned by Boston Red Sox and Boston Bruins. The expansion of the service as NESN National is inclined mainly to deliver subscribers, an extensive coverage of the games covered by the channel.The programming of the NESN National includes sports coverage along with other programs. This network broadcasts programs featuring New England people and their lifestyle unlike NESN’s former ll-sports programs. The network delivers full coverage of all the leagues of Red Sox and Boston Bruins. Subscribers can watch different types of broadcasts such pre-games, in-games, post games and others. The pre-games includes highlights of previous games, analysis on upcoming teams, player profiles and many more. In-game telecasts deliver the live game along with play-by-play announcer, expert commentator and field reporter. Post-game telecasts include a wrap-up of all games presented by studio analysts and game experts. Subscribers can enjoy watching different sports as well as other programs via the channel. But people residing outside the league-controlled territories will be provided alternate programs during Red Sox and Boston Bruins game. These subscribers will be delivered the pre and post games. However, subscribers of Dish Network and DirecTV can watch the live coverage of those games by subscribing specific packages.

In Dish Network, the NESN National channel is included in NHL Center Ice and also a number of other packages. Subscribers within the
league-control territories are provided as local channel by Dish Network. On the other hand in DirecTV, the NESN National channel is delivered in Sports packages viz. NHL Center Ice and MLB Extra Innings. Also, this channel is included in main packages such as Premier package. DirecTV delivers this channel as local channel to subscribers within designated market areas.

The NESN National is formed mainly with the prospect of delivering games of the Red Sox and Boston Bruins to subscribers who reside outside the league-controlled regions. However, according to some subscribers, the NESN and NESN National comprise almost the same content. Hence, sometime the NESN National channel is termed as an expansion for the growth of the brand name of the service. A similar expansion was made by the YES, the RSN in which the New York Yankees have a stake. But it is to be noted here that with this channel, subscribers outside New England can easily access the games delivered by the Red Sox and Boston Bruins.

Info on Features:

My DirecTV enables subscribers to know of different advanced features of DirecTV. Subscribers can virtually explore the various features of DirecTV DVRs. Browsing My DirecTV, subscribers can find about both old and new features of DirecTV. This help to update the existing subscribers of new features and informs the potential subscribers about all features.

Set Recordings:

My DirecTV contains separate listings of different kinds of TV programs. These listings incorporates option for subscribers to record different programs from the list itself. Subscribers can set recordings of various programs on their DVRS to watch them later in their convenient times. In case of some pay-per-views, subscribers can set recordings first and rent them later. Subscribers will not be charged for such recordings until they start watching them. The recordings will be stored on their DVRs. In case of pay-per-view movie recordings, the recordings will on the DVR for limited time once subscribers started watching them.

Place orders:

Accessing My DirecTV, subscribers can also place order of various pay-per-view contents. DirecTV delivers a number of pay-per-views such as movies, live sports coverage, live concerts and others. These pay-per-views can be ordered from the various listings of My DirecTV. Placing a pay-per-view order initiates a payment process that subscribers have to follow. Of course, subscribers will have to have a sign-in username and password of DirecTV account. Movies from DirecTV Cinema, live coverage of popular seasonal games such as NFL, NBA etc., live events and replays from UFC and WWE are delivered by DirecTV as pay-per-view. My DirecTV’s listings carries program details of current as well as upcoming programs. Thus subscribers can check the details and also place advance orders. This way they can order the latest releases when they are still in theaters. These new releases will be recorded automatically as soon as they become available for TV services.

Search Programs:

My DirecTV also enables subscribers to search their required program info directly. A search option is designed in every section of My DirecTV. Subscribers need to enter their program title on this search option and the required info will be instantly presented by My DirecTV. Other than titles subscribers can search their required program by actor, keyword, names etc.

The Guide:

The Guide of My DirecTV holds detail information of all programs of DirecTV of particular number of days. Browsing The Guide, subscribers can access details of any programming be it movie, music, local channel broadcasts, international programs and so on. Subscribers can browse the Guide, set recordings, place order of different programs and others.

From explanation above, it is crystal clear that subscribers can acquire all information regarding DirecTV programs from MyDirecTV.Subscribers can order whatever pay-per-view they wish to watch. They can record their favorite programs from separate listings of movies, TV Shows, music etc. The most significant part of My DirecTV is that subscribers do not require a DirecTV online account to go through the different listings. But to place an order and set recordings, subscribers do require an online DirecTV account as only DirecTV subscribers can record or order DirecTV programs. My DirecTV is a user friendly option for both potential and existing subscribers of DirecTV. The different types of listings really help subscribers to directly get access to their favorite types of programs. The division of programs into genres also help subscribers to follow their favorite genre’s programming. The additional details of movies, TV shows, music shows etc. virtually help potential subscribers to search the kind of programs that they wish to watch. As a whole My DirecTV is an online source of finding different DirecTV programs within short time.