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Gemini DirecTv Stream OTT box or Gemini Air
Will the C71KW-400 DirecTV Now Osprey box work with DirecTv via Internet? I am currently on DirecTv via Satellite (since 02/21/1998) but the pricing has gone out of sight with DirecTv just adding insult to injury by not replacing discount programs I have had in the past - now paying over $200 for just the XTRA package without any premium channels. We now have high speed internet thru Starlink so I was looking at my possibilities if I stay with DirecTv using a stream package or if I just dump it altogether for apps. The Gemini Air looks cool but I would need several and @ $10/month, it gets pricey. The C71KW-400 DirecTV Now Osprey are all over on ebay for much less - if they work.
DIRECTVhelp
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9 days ago
That's a great question, @CowboyTV. Yes, you can absolutely enjoy the Gemini device C71KW-400 for the same purpose. However, if you sign up for DIRECTV via the Internet, Gemini Air is included for the first device. Additional devices are available for a $7 lease fee (each).
If you have a Smart TV, there is no need to get the Gemini device. You can download the app instead. Try our 5-day free trial at https://streamtv.directv.com/
Mohammad, DIRECTV Community Team
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Ludwick577
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9 days ago
If you want to use the Osprey with Directv Stream don't sign up for Directv Via Internet. You want Directv Stream at streamtv.directv.com ---no 2 yr contract and no fees. You can get an Osprey C71KW-400 from Walmart for 45 dollars. If you sign up for Dtv Via Internet you have a 2yr contract and they send you a Gemini Air and have monthly fees.
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CowboyTV
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9 days ago
In reply to the DIRECTVhelp response - the Gemini Air has a $10/month lease. So on a 2 year contract, you will pay $240 for each dongle and remote above the free one. No guarantee that the units you get from DirecTV aren't used. Been there - done that with the whole satellite system. I'm trying to AVOID any additional fees from DirecTV. They can be purchased on ebay for less. I am trying to get away from the Satellite DirecTV as the costs just keep getting out of control.
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Ludwick577
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9 days ago
I'd get the box from Walmart. Ebay has a history of selling Osprey's still associated with other people's accounts and you won't be able to use the box.
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DIRECTVhelp
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9 days ago
We understand your pricing concerns, which is why we created DIRECTV PERKS! A customer loyalty program that offers rewards, including bill discounts. Visit directv.com/perks and see what awaits you. A specialist is also available to assist, and we're sending you a DM. Rhyan, DIRECTV Community Team
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Ludwick577
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9 days ago
The only thing about Dtv Perks is that it takes forever for the redeemed perk to be applied to your account. I redeemed a 15 dollar bill credit in early February and it still hasn't been applied to my bill.
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