{"id":128,"date":"2018-10-18T09:41:00","date_gmt":"2018-10-18T09:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/?p=128"},"modified":"2025-10-02T11:24:59","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T11:24:59","slug":"dstv-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/dstv-now\/","title":{"rendered":"DStv Now"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You can now view DStv on up to 5 devices with the DStv Now App for no extra charge if you are a DStv subscriber. This app is available from the Android Play Store and Apple App Store and can be downloaded to most Smart TVs, Tablets and cellphones. The app allows you to stream DStv programs directly to your Smart TV, cellphone, Tablet, and Laptop provided you have one activated Explora DStv decoder. The DStv Now app is available to DStv subscribers, however even if you don&#8217;t own a decoder, there is a free sign up option which allows limited access to some of the streaming content without the need to subscribe.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Here is the list of the free channels if you are <strong>not<\/strong> a DStv subscriber:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:image {\"id\":502,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-src=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/dstv-now-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"dstv now\" class=\"wp-image-502 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/dstv-now-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/dstv-now-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/dstv-now-480x320.jpg 480w\" data-sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/682;\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/divi:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>100 \u2013 DStv<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>180 \u2013 People\u2019s Weather<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>238 \u2013 SuperSport Play<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>313 \u2013 PBS Kids<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>317 \u2013 Mindset PoP<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>320 \u2013 Channel O<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>343 \u2013 TBN<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>400 \u2013 BBC World News<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>401 \u2013 CNN<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>402 \u2013 Sky News<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>403 \u2013 eNCA<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>404 \u2013 SABC News<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>405 \u2013 Newzroom Afrika<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>405 \u2013 Al Jazeera<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>414 \u2013 Euronews Now<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>417 \u2013 africanews<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What channels and shows are on DStv Now?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/divi:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>DStv subscribers can live-stream channels included in their package. For instance, DStv Premium subscribers can access all Premium channels, while Family subscribers can enjoy channels from the Family package. In addition, there\u2019s an extensive catalog of movies and series in the Catch Up section, including box sets of popular shows and missed episodes.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Media players that run Android can download DStv Now through the Android Play Store. This means that if you own an Android Set Top Box (smart box), you can enjoy DStv Now from there also. You can stream live sport, other live broadcasts and also movies in the DStv Catch Up library.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:separator {\"className\":\"is-style-default\"} --><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-default\"\/>\n<!-- \/divi:separator --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:image {\"id\":504,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" data-src=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-2.jpg\" alt=\"dstv now\" class=\"wp-image-504 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-2-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-2-480x320.jpg 480w\" data-sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1280px, 100vw\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/853;\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/divi:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Mark Rayner, MultiChoice South Africa\u2019s Chief Operating Officer said: \u201cThe idea when we launched DStv Now was to give DStv subscribers a way to catch the big game and their favourite shows while away from home. What\u2019s surprised us is how popular it\u2019s also been as a method of getting DStv content on to other TVs around the home. By adding these new apps we\u2019ve made that process a whole lot easier and more convenient \u2013 no fussing with cables or casting, and no decoder needed,\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to keep in mind that streaming will use your internet connection to stream content to your device, so it&#8217;s advisable to make use of your uncapped internet connection (DSL and Fibre) to view the content to avoid high data costs. It&#8217;s possible to watch DStv on your Explora and stream on 4 separate devices simultaneously with DStv Now.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You are able to watch DStv Now on the following devices:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:image {\"id\":505,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"196\" data-src=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-3-1024x196.jpg\" alt=\"-\" class=\"wp-image-505 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-3-1024x196.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-3-980x188.jpg 980w, https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-3-480x92.jpg 480w\" data-sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/196;\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/divi:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Most iOS and Android smartphones and tablets<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Samsung smart TVs (selected models from 2015 onwards)<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Hisense smart TVs (selected models from 2018 onwards)<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>LG smart TVs (models running webOS 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0)<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Xbox gaming consoles (Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X)<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Apple TV (4th-generation and newer)<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:list-item --><\/p>\n<li>Media players running Android TV (Google-certified devices only)<\/li>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list-item --><\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/divi:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you feel uncertain about signing up to DStv Now, you can make use of a <a href=\"https:\/\/dstv.stream\/#\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dstv.stream\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free Sign Up<\/a> to get a taste of the full bouquet on offer. This will include some sport, Catch Up titles, the first few episodes of some of the series on DStv and kids programs. <\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you need expert assistance with DStv installations, resolving error codes, or repairs, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/\">website<\/a>. Let us help you kickstart your DStv journey and experience why so many choose it as their go-to platform for premium entertainment. Don\u2019t miss out on live sports, blockbuster movies, and award-winning series\u2014all available at your fingertips, anytime, anywhere.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph -->[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<style><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.dstv-faq-section {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  max-width: 800px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  margin: 40px auto;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  font-family: Arial, sans-serif;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.dstv-faq-section h2 {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  font-size: 26px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  margin-bottom: 20px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  text-align: center;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  color: #222;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.faq-item {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.faq-question {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  cursor: pointer;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  padding: 15px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  font-size: 18px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  font-weight: bold;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  background: #f9f9f9;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  margin: 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  transition: background 0.3s;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.faq-question:hover {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  background: #f1f1f1;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.faq-answer {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  display: none;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  padding: 15px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  font-size: 16px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  color: #555;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.faq-item.active .faq-answer {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  display: block;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/style>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div class=\"dstv-faq-section\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<h2>DStv Now FAQ<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-item\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-question\">What is DStv Now?<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">DStv Now is an online streaming service that allows DStv subscribers to watch live channels and on-demand shows on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and laptops.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-item\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Which channels are free on DStv Now?<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">Non-subscribers can sign up for free access to selected channels like Channel O, BBC World News, CNN, PBS Kids, SABC News, and more.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-item\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Do I need a DStv decoder to use DStv Now?<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">No. You can stream on DStv Now with a free sign-up even without a decoder, though full access requires a linked DStv subscription.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-item\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-question\">On which devices can I watch DStv Now?<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">You can watch DStv Now on most smartphones, tablets, Samsung and LG smart TVs, Hisense TVs, Xbox consoles, Apple TV, and media players running Android TV.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-item\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Can I watch live sports on DStv Now?<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">Yes. DStv Now lets you live-stream sports included in your subscription, plus highlights and replays through Catch Up.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-item\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-question\">Does DStv Now use a lot of data?<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\">Yes, streaming requires an internet connection and can use significant data. An uncapped fibre or DSL plan is recommended to avoid high data costs.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><script><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->document.querySelectorAll(\".faq-question\").forEach(item => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  item.addEventListener(\"click\", () => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    const parent = item.parentElement;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    parent.classList.toggle(\"active\");<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->});<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/script><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- JSON-LD Schema (FAQ only) --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><script type=\"application\/ld+json\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->{<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  \"mainEntity\": [<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"@type\": \"Question\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"name\": \"What is DStv Now?\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"acceptedAnswer\": {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"@type\": \"Answer\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"text\": \"DStv Now is an online streaming service that allows DStv subscribers to watch live channels and on-demand shows on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and laptops.\"<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"@type\": \"Question\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"name\": \"Which channels are free on DStv Now?\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"acceptedAnswer\": {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"@type\": \"Answer\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"text\": \"Non-subscribers can sign up for free access to selected channels like Channel O, BBC World News, CNN, PBS Kids, SABC News, and more.\"<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"@type\": \"Question\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"name\": \"Do I need a DStv decoder to use DStv Now?\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"acceptedAnswer\": {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"@type\": \"Answer\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"text\": \"No. You can stream on DStv Now with a free sign-up even without a decoder, though full access requires a linked DStv subscription.\"<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"@type\": \"Question\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"name\": \"On which devices can I watch DStv Now?\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"acceptedAnswer\": {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"@type\": \"Answer\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"text\": \"You can watch DStv Now on most smartphones, tablets, Samsung and LG smart TVs, Hisense TVs, Xbox consoles, Apple TV, and media players running Android TV.\"<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"@type\": \"Question\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"name\": \"Can I watch live sports on DStv Now?\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      \"acceptedAnswer\": {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"@type\": \"Answer\",<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        \"text\": \"Yes. 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The app allows you to stream [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":129,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can now view DStv on up to 5 devices with the DStv Now App for no extra charge if you are a DStv subscriber. This app is available from the Android Play Store and Apple App Store and can be downloaded to most Smart TVs, Tablets and cellphones. The app allows you to stream DStv programs directly to your Smart TV, cellphone, Tablet, and Laptop provided you have one activated Explora DStv decoder. The DStv Now app is available to DStv subscribers, however even if you don't own a decoder, there is a free sign up option which allows limited access to some of the streaming content without the need to subscribe.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br>Here is the list of the free channels if you are <strong>not<\/strong> a DStv subscriber:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":502,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/dstv-now-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"dstv now\" class=\"wp-image-502\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>100 \u2013 DStv<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>180 \u2013 People\u2019s Weather<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>238 \u2013 SuperSport Play<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>313 \u2013 PBS Kids<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>317 \u2013 Mindset PoP<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>320 \u2013 Channel O<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>343 \u2013 TBN<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>400 \u2013 BBC World News<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>401 \u2013 CNN<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>402 \u2013 Sky News<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>403 \u2013 eNCA<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>404 \u2013 SABC News<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>405 \u2013 Newzroom Afrika<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>405 \u2013 Al Jazeera<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>414 \u2013 Euronews Now<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>417 \u2013 africanews<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What channels and shows are on DStv Now?<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>DStv subscribers can live-stream channels included in their package. For instance, DStv Premium subscribers can access all Premium channels, while Family subscribers can enjoy channels from the Family package. In addition, there\u2019s an extensive catalog of movies and series in the Catch Up section, including box sets of popular shows and missed episodes.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Media players that run Android can download DStv Now through the Android Play Store. This means that if you own an Android Set Top Box (smart box), you can enjoy DStv Now from there also. You can stream live sport, other live broadcasts and also movies in the DStv Catch Up library.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator {\"className\":\"is-style-default\"} -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-default\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":504,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-2.jpg\" alt=\"dstv now\" class=\"wp-image-504\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Mark Rayner, MultiChoice South Africa\u2019s Chief Operating Officer said: \u201cThe idea when we launched DStv Now was to give DStv subscribers a way to catch the big game and their favourite shows while away from home. What\u2019s surprised us is how popular it\u2019s also been as a method of getting DStv content on to other TVs around the home. By adding these new apps we\u2019ve made that process a whole lot easier and more convenient \u2013 no fussing with cables or casting, and no decoder needed,\u201d.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It's important to keep in mind that streaming will use your internet connection to stream content to your device, so it's advisable to make use of your uncapped internet connection (DSL and Fibre) to view the content to avoid high data costs. It's possible to watch DStv on your Explora and stream on 4 separate devices simultaneously with DStv Now.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You are able to watch DStv Now on the following devices:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":505,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/DSTV-NOW-3-1024x196.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-505\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Most iOS and Android smartphones and tablets<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Samsung smart TVs (selected models from 2015 onwards)<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Hisense smart TVs (selected models from 2018 onwards)<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>LG smart TVs (models running webOS 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0)<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Xbox gaming consoles (Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X)<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Apple TV (4th-generation and newer)<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Media players running Android TV (Google-certified devices only)<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you feel uncertain about signing up to DStv Now, you can make use of a <a href=\"https:\/\/dstv.stream\/#\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dstv.stream\/#\/\">Free Sign Up<\/a> to get a taste of the full bouquet on offer. This will include some sport, Catch Up titles, the first few episodes of some of the series on DStv and kids programs. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you need expert assistance with DStv installations, resolving error codes, or repairs, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/\">website<\/a>. Let us help you kickstart your DStv journey and experience why so many choose it as their go-to platform for premium entertainment. Don\u2019t miss out on live sports, blockbuster movies, and award-winning series\u2014all available at your fingertips, anytime, anywhere.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-128","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/128","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=128"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/128\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/129"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=128"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=128"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tvandvideodoctor.co.za\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=128"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}