Since early 2023, DIRECTV can be used in two ways, Via Satellite and Via Internet. Here are the main differences in DIRECTV via Satellite vs DIRECTV via Internet:
| DIRECTV Satellite | DIRECTV Streaming |
| Free professional installation Get your satellite dish installed by a professional technician. |
Fast & easy self-install Plug in your Gemini Air device, connect to your home Wi-Fi & you’re ready to go. |
| 99% signal reliability Plus, exclusive Signal Saver™ technology for those rare times you lose signal. |
No satellite dish required All you need is high-speed internet. |
| 200 hours of HD DVR recording included on Genie & get a Gemini device Add additional receivers to get TV in more rooms or watch with the DIRECTV app on streaming & mobile devices. |
Gemini Air device & Unlimited hours of Cloud DVR recording included Access your content at home or on the go with the DIRECTV app. |
For more information, check this DIRECTV comparison page: DIRECTV via Satellite vs DIRECTV via Internet.
