DIRECTV from DIRECTV, LLC (package com.att.tv) puts live TV, football and other sports, movies and On Demand streaming on Android phones, tablets and TV. It also offers MyFree DIRECTV, a free option with 150+ live channels, movies and shows, and it needs no annual contract.
Who the free tier and football coverage suit
The app fits viewers who want live sports without a satellite dish or annual contract. Football is the main pitch, with NFL and college games, plus NHL, MLB, NBA, soccer and tennis coverage.
Spanish-language viewers get specific attention too. Soccer coverage is available on Telemundo and Universo, though Telemundo may not be available in some markets.
MyFree DIRECTV, Smart Guide and Cloud DVR in practice
MyFree DIRECTV is the no-cost entry point. It includes 150+ free live channels and thousands of movies and shows, with no credit card or subscription required.
Paid plans add Smart Guide for finding live games and shows. Traditional packages reach up to 185+ channels, and every plan includes local channels where available, On Demand titles and unlimited Cloud DVR for recording games.
Google Play describes the service as a curated, personalized TV experience.
Genre packs, ads and in-app purchases
Paid viewing runs through month-to-month genre packs. MySports covers 20+ sports networks including ESPN and NFL Network. MyEntertainment has 55+ channels, MiEspañol 60+ Spanish-language options, and MyKids 10+ channels. MyNews carries networks such as CNN and FOX News.
The app is free to install but contains ads and in-app purchases. The version number varies by device.
DIRECTV pros and cons
Pros
- Free tier lists 150+ live channels with no credit card required
- Month-to-month genre packs with no long-term contract
- Unlimited Cloud DVR on traditional packages
- Live NFL, college football, NHL, MLB and NBA coverage
- Spanish-language channels and soccer coverage
Cons
- Contains ads
- Includes in-app purchases
- Pack prices are not listed here
- Some channels and local content depend on location
Is DIRECTV safe?
DIRECTV, LLC rates this app Teen, which makes it a better fit for older kids and adults than for young children. Ads and in-app purchases are both present, so on a shared tablet or family TV it helps to lock purchases behind a PIN. Permissions are listed on the app's store page if you want to review them first.
How to install DIRECTV
- Press the Google Play button on this page.
- Check the listing in the Play Store and press Install.
- Open DIRECTV when the install finishes. Updates arrive through Google Play.
