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Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 3:02 AM

Will DirecTV Stream bring back the promotions that were offered a few weeks ago?

Currently, the only promotion on the DirecTV Stream site is the premium channels free for 3 months. Up until a few weeks ago, there was a promotion for:

  • $25-$30 off for 2 or 3 months (approximately)
  • DirecTV Sports Pack free for a month or 2
  • premium channels free for 3 months (approximately)

Any chance these promotions will come back anytime soon?

ACE - Sage

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46.1K Messages

9 months ago

Nobody here would know the answer to that question. Call DirecTV and see what sort of deal you can get. 

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9 months ago

Doesnt matter, the cost will go up so much after those discounts, you might as well get Fubo or Youtube TV. Save some money, dont fall for the Direct TV scam.

ACE - Expert

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1.2K Messages

9 months ago

I’m not sure what issue you are raising. Right now YouTube TV is $73 and comes with 3 streams.  If you want unlimited home streams and 4K, it’s $10 more, so $83.  DTV Stream base package is $80 (no promos) and comes with unlimited home streams and 4K.  Fubo base package is $80 - it’s not clear from their website if that includes unlimited streams and the 1000 hour  DVR - if not, those are $10 and $17 per month respectively.  Each service has advantages and disadvantages, depending on what you want. But it certainly looks like DTV Stream is about the same price as those other two. 

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9 months ago

@litzdog911 - thank you for your suggestion. I really do appreciate your quick response. I tried calling the DirecTV Stream # that's under your comment (DirecTV Stream 1-888-429-4023). I know it's not your # since you're an ACE. The customer service rep tried to sell me DirecTV via internet and had no idea what I was talking about when I mentioned "DirecTV Stream". They tried to convince me that DirecTV via internet and DirecTV Stream are the same, but I had to give the rep the DirecTV Stream URL.  The rep tried to argue with me and said that DirecTV Stream was old and DirecTV via internet replaced it.

I tried to talk with a rep via chat that tried to sell me on DirecTV via internet even when I said I didn't want it. The rep tried to convince me that the Ultimate package on DirecTV via internet was $145.98 including all taxes. That price only includes the package, ARS fee and RSN fee. I'm in FL and we have Sales Tax and a Communication Service Tax that would be added to the $145.98.

I know you're not a DirecTV employee, but have you experienced this? Out of curiosity, are there truly dedicated employees for the DirecTV Stream side that are knowledgeable about this particular service?

For the record, this rant isn't directed at you so I apologize for dumping it on you.

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ACE - Sage

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46.1K Messages

9 months ago

There are two "flavors" of DirecTV Stream:

1. "DirecTV via Internet" is what the reps will try to sell you. It's essentially a two year contract commitment like DirecTV Satellite, but using the internet. 

2. "DirecTV Stream Bring Your Own Device" is the same streaming channels but with no contract. You provide your own streaming device, like a Roku, FireStick, or DirecTV box that you buy yourself. 

ACE - Expert

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1.2K Messages

9 months ago

I’d guess your best access to Stream info and signup is through the (dedicated) website at https://streamtv.directv.com/.  You won’t get/have to talk to a rep, but you’ll get hopefully factual info.  (Follow and read the various fine print links.)   Check the channel packages and add-ons there to see what the lowest price deal you’d be happy with.  There’s also a “channel lookup” link to see which locals and RSNs they offer at your location. Note that if you care about RSNs, they are not included in the lowest package (Entertainment), just in Choice or higher.  

It appears the only promo right now is 3 months free of a bunch of premium services (HBO, Paramount+, etc.) - if you don’t want them past the 3 months, remember to cancel as I’d doubt they would remind you.

There are no fees with Stream (the price is the price) but there are taxes most places, including Florida (I’m also in Florida and my taxes on the service run about 13%).  

If you want the DTV dedicated streaming device (which gives the service a more cable-like feel), Stream subscribers can’t get them from DTV, but used ones (of the box, probably not the dongle yet) can be found on eBay.  As some are left in an unusable state, buy only from a source that has sold lots of them and takes returns. 

Stream also offers free trials. I’m not sure of the length - probably a week. If you go with a trial and decide you don’t want the service, be careful to cancel in time - they are picky. You’d be safest canceling a day ahead. 

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9 months ago

@litzdog911 and @Jrandomuser - thank you both so much. 

@Jrandomuser - I appreciate you sharing your tax percentage.

ACE - Expert

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1.2K Messages

9 months ago

I won’t swear to that percentage. I’m on a very old subscription, with some discounts, added charges that are credited, etc., and it’s not completely clear if the taxes are on the final amount or on some pre-credit number. I am assuming the former, which is what I based the rate I mentioned on. In any case, it seems pretty high, but I can’t blame that one on DTV. 

4 Messages

9 months ago

@Jrandomuser - I know it's a "guesstimate" LOL, but it's probably pretty close. Yeah, FL just has high taxes when it comes to communications. Found that out through satellite which I think the taxes are higher. The fact that you have discounts gives me hope. Maybe my time on the satellite side will count for something when I switch. Thank you both.

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9 months ago

Alright I'll bite. So I originally wanted AT&T fiber internet in my area. Installation guy came, and a sales rep came a few minutes after. The sales guy mentioned Direct TV stream, I guess the two companies are working together to offer discounts. I was told it would be $65 per month for the 1st 3 months, then $85 after, pretty normal to me. I said sure, and he set everything up right there and just had me put in my email and make a pw. I asked If I could cancel any time and he said yes. Little did I know, 4 months later, the price would be $105 monthly. All of the extra fees, taxes, equipment fees kept going up every month after the initial promotional discounts. So I decide to cancel, and hold on, there's a 400 DOLLAR FEE to end a 'contract'.  I tried speaking with customer service about this whole situation and they were indifferent, couldnt get an answer as to why I was sold this product and locked into the contract. 5 months of being a customer and I'll never go back to Direct TV....who the (Edited per community guidelines) does 2 year contracts on streaming? I hope the $400 was worth it, like I said, I'll stick with cheaper, better streaming options.

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