Kloofvreter
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No matter, people will still pay for DSTV.
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DStv's one device streaming limit kicks in
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Asgard85
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DSTV thinks they are leaving money on the table. I think there is a major flaw in their logic here which is that each password “hanger-on” is a potential customer that they are not extracting revenue from. Their expectation is that having been cut off from free DSTV that these folks will quickly become subscribers. I think this belief is flawed - if people could afford the monthly fee and saw value in it they would already be subscribers. Since the cost/ value proposition is likely the main barrier preventing these people from already being subscribers they will simply look elsewhere.
So instead of gaining new subscribers like they think they are going to all this will serve to do is annoy their actual customers who have had their options clipped and their value eroded significantly.
So instead of gaining new subscribers like they think they are going to all this will serve to do is annoy their actual customers who have had their options clipped and their value eroded significantly.
dualmeister
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Fires up Netflix Premium and laughs.
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I have no skin in the game but it’s an interesting idea. SA does not seem to have a culture of this - perhaps it’s why so many companies seem to see their own T’s&C’s as the be all and end all. They are rarely challenged.
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My_King
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Legend has it no one cancelled, in fact a few people signed up
Agree people will only stay for SuperSport, lots of people will also start using IPTV or go direct to Spark Sports.
TheChamp
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Since when do they spin the numbers? I didn't hear anyone complaining about spinning the numbers when they reported the loss of premium subscribers, it seems you are preparing in advance to reject the numbers if you don't like them.
The people who are going to be hit the most with this is those who were using others credentials and those are not subscribers, I don't see any major impact on their subscriber base out this, yes some few people will cancel and they will gain other customers. Their premium base will continue to shrink as it has for the past few years.
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If only there was some sort of portable 'magical device' from DSTV that would allow you to carry it around, enabling you to watch DSTV ANYWHERE in dedicated urban areas..
OH WAIT - THERE WAS! - between 2010 & 2017, until it was withdrawn by Monochoice in favour of going over to an internet-based 'streaming service' - and just look how that's subsequently turned out to the detriment of DSTV subscribers!
(DStv Mobile coverage was available in the nine major cities of South Africa: Johannesburg, Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Rustenburg, Mbombela, Polokwane, Port Elizabeth and Durban.)
Packages available with the Drifta / Walka:
From the archives: Wednesday, November 24, 2010
EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK! DStv Mobile's new Drifta decoder for mobile television broadcasts on other devices!
teeveetee.blogspot.com
Option 2 - the DSTV Drifta USB
From the MyBB archives: 14 July 2011
DStv Mobile recently launched their new Drifta USB mobile TV decoder, complementing its current range of mobile TV phones and its standard Drifta modem.
Like its predecessor the new DStv Drifta USB mobile TV decoder receives a DVB-H signal from MultiChoice’s mobile TV network and is compatible with Windows XP, Vista and 7.
“It’s just a matter of loading the Drifta USB application onto your PC,” explains Mark Rayner, general manager: DStv Mobile South Africa.
“After that, you simply plug the Drifta USB into your PC and launch the application; within seconds you can then enjoy DStv Mobile content.”
“The Drifta USB has been launched to address the needs of customers who primarily want to use their PCs and laptops for viewing."
"Based on the positive response we received from the Drifta, we wanted to come up with something more affordable and exclusive to devices with USB ports.”
The Drifta USB retails at R399.00 and is available at MultiChoice branches and select retailers.
mybroadband.co.za
Option 3 - The DSTV iDrifta - for Apple iPhone & iPad devices
From the archives: 4 June 2012
After launching the DStv Drifta as well as the Drifta USB, DStv Mobile has now announced another mobile TV device, this time aimed at the ever growing Apple device market.
The iDrifta is a plug-and-play mobile DVB-H receiver exclusively for iOS devices, including the 4th generation iPod, the iPhone 4 and 4S and all of the iPads.
“Using the iDrifta is very easy, you simply plug it into an iOS device, the application opens automatically and viewing can begin right away” said Mark Rayner, CEO of DStv Mobile.
The DStv Mobile bouquet includes a selection of SuperSport channels (1, 2, 3, 4 and Blitz), M-Net Series Mobile, Sony MAX, AfricaMagic, Cartoon Network, Discovery Channel and CNNi, amongst others.
Just as with other DStv Mobile devices, subscription stands at R49 per month, although DStv Premium subscribers pay no additional subscription fee to access DStv Mobile.
The recommended retail price is R499 and the device will be available from MultiChoice service centres, select retail outlets and online stores from 11 June 2012.
Option 4 - the DSTV ADrifta for Android
From the archives: 26 May 2014
The ADrifta for Android device.is a plug and play mobile TV receiver for Android devices. It allows you to enjoy DStv Mobile's broadcast TV service on the go. It’s completely portable and light weight with a signal receiver which lets you receive DVB-H digital signal in DVB-H coverage areas.
The ADrifta for Android mobile decoder connects directly to compatible Android device using either a 30 pin, or Micro USB connector. ADrifta compatible devices include Tecno N9, Samsung Galaxy tab range and other Android devices running Android 4.x and support host mode (OTG).
In order to use the ADrifta unit, users need to download Drifta for Android application from Google’s Play Store and subscribe to available bouquets. DStv Mobile, DStv Mobile for premium subscribers and GOtv Mobile are bouquets available for the Drifta mobile decoder for Android.
The Drifta for Android retails at R399 in South Africa and is available at MultiChoice centres and select retailers.
www.mobilitaria.com
Option 5 - The DSTV Walka 3.5" handheld unit (with a 4:3 aspect ratio screen)
From the archives: 8 December 2011:
FIRST IMPRESSIONS. DStv Walka device is light-weight, feels cool; and a compact square of television you can carry in your pocket.
teeveetee.blogspot.com
Option 6 - The DSTV Walka 7" (with a 16:9 aspect ratio screen)
From the archives: 2 December 2012
REVIEW. DStv Mobile's Walka 7 is a great handheld 'travel version' of DStv; men, kids and frequent travellers will love this TV tablet.
teeveetee.blogspot.com
So, from being able to carry around a wide variety of DSTV Mobile devices (as detailed above) from 2010 - with the option of linking ONE device for free to your existing DSTV Premium account - and paying an additional subscription of R 49 for any additional devices you may have had, Monochoice discontinued this service when they switched over to their internet streaming service' during 2017.
This INITIALLY allowed the choice of FIVE separate linked users per DSTV Premium subscription being able to steam live broadcasts separately - as per their launch promo TV advert (19 April 2017)
This capability was then incrementally whittled down over the ensuing years, to where we currently stand - as from 22 March 2022 - with only ONE linked user now capable of streaming any LIVE content - and limiting the single other remaining linked user to only being able to watch previously downloaded content on a mobile device - as there is NO DSTV Now (or Showmax) desktop app available to download content using a Windows or Mac PC or laptop , and then watch it there - which you CAN do using the Netflix desktop app.
And this is what they call 'progress'... as per their press release:
“We will not limit the number of people using a login, however, we are limiting the number of people who can stream at the same time,” MultiChoice explained.
“Password sharing and piracy are challenges for streaming providers globally,” it stated.
“As part of our ongoing efforts to counteract password sharing and piracy, while continuing to bring you the best viewing experience, we will be introducing measures to limit concurrent streaming.”
OH WAIT - THERE WAS! - between 2010 & 2017, until it was withdrawn by Monochoice in favour of going over to an internet-based 'streaming service' - and just look how that's subsequently turned out to the detriment of DSTV subscribers!
(DStv Mobile coverage was available in the nine major cities of South Africa: Johannesburg, Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Rustenburg, Mbombela, Polokwane, Port Elizabeth and Durban.)
Packages available with the Drifta / Walka:
- e.mobile (free)
- DStv Mobile @ R 49-00 per month (standalone subscription - excluding M-Net Mobile)
- DStv Mobile for Premium subscribers (this includes the M-Net Mobile channel) - Premium subs get one subscription on any DStv Mobile compatible device at no extra cost
From the archives: Wednesday, November 24, 2010
EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK! DStv Mobile's new Drifta decoder for mobile television broadcasts on other devices!
EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK! DStv Mobile's new Drifta decoder for mobile television broadcasts on other devices!
A news site covering the South African television industry with news and analysis about it.
teeveetee.blogspot.com
Option 2 - the DSTV Drifta USB
From the MyBB archives: 14 July 2011
DStv Mobile recently launched their new Drifta USB mobile TV decoder, complementing its current range of mobile TV phones and its standard Drifta modem.
Like its predecessor the new DStv Drifta USB mobile TV decoder receives a DVB-H signal from MultiChoice’s mobile TV network and is compatible with Windows XP, Vista and 7.
“It’s just a matter of loading the Drifta USB application onto your PC,” explains Mark Rayner, general manager: DStv Mobile South Africa.
“After that, you simply plug the Drifta USB into your PC and launch the application; within seconds you can then enjoy DStv Mobile content.”
“The Drifta USB has been launched to address the needs of customers who primarily want to use their PCs and laptops for viewing."
"Based on the positive response we received from the Drifta, we wanted to come up with something more affordable and exclusive to devices with USB ports.”
The Drifta USB retails at R399.00 and is available at MultiChoice branches and select retailers.
DStv Drifta USB decoder launched
DStv Mobile has launched a new Drifta USB mobile TV decoder for use on the company’s DVB-H network.
mybroadband.co.za
Option 3 - The DSTV iDrifta - for Apple iPhone & iPad devices
From the archives: 4 June 2012
After launching the DStv Drifta as well as the Drifta USB, DStv Mobile has now announced another mobile TV device, this time aimed at the ever growing Apple device market.
The iDrifta is a plug-and-play mobile DVB-H receiver exclusively for iOS devices, including the 4th generation iPod, the iPhone 4 and 4S and all of the iPads.
“Using the iDrifta is very easy, you simply plug it into an iOS device, the application opens automatically and viewing can begin right away” said Mark Rayner, CEO of DStv Mobile.
The DStv Mobile bouquet includes a selection of SuperSport channels (1, 2, 3, 4 and Blitz), M-Net Series Mobile, Sony MAX, AfricaMagic, Cartoon Network, Discovery Channel and CNNi, amongst others.
Just as with other DStv Mobile devices, subscription stands at R49 per month, although DStv Premium subscribers pay no additional subscription fee to access DStv Mobile.
The recommended retail price is R499 and the device will be available from MultiChoice service centres, select retail outlets and online stores from 11 June 2012.
Option 4 - the DSTV ADrifta for Android
From the archives: 26 May 2014
The ADrifta for Android device.is a plug and play mobile TV receiver for Android devices. It allows you to enjoy DStv Mobile's broadcast TV service on the go. It’s completely portable and light weight with a signal receiver which lets you receive DVB-H digital signal in DVB-H coverage areas.
The ADrifta for Android mobile decoder connects directly to compatible Android device using either a 30 pin, or Micro USB connector. ADrifta compatible devices include Tecno N9, Samsung Galaxy tab range and other Android devices running Android 4.x and support host mode (OTG).
In order to use the ADrifta unit, users need to download Drifta for Android application from Google’s Play Store and subscribe to available bouquets. DStv Mobile, DStv Mobile for premium subscribers and GOtv Mobile are bouquets available for the Drifta mobile decoder for Android.
The Drifta for Android retails at R399 in South Africa and is available at MultiChoice centres and select retailers.
Adrifta: DStv Mobile Device For Android Phones - Mobilitaria
ADrifta aka Drifta for Android device.It is a plug and play mobile TV receiver for Android devices. It allows you to enjoy DStv Mobiles broadcast TV service
www.mobilitaria.com
Option 5 - The DSTV Walka 3.5" handheld unit (with a 4:3 aspect ratio screen)
From the archives: 8 December 2011:
FIRST IMPRESSIONS. DStv Walka device is light-weight, feels cool; and a compact square of television you can carry in your pocket.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS. DStv Walka device is light-weight, feels cool; and a compact square of television you can carry in your pocket.
A news site covering the South African television industry with news and analysis about it.
teeveetee.blogspot.com
Option 6 - The DSTV Walka 7" (with a 16:9 aspect ratio screen)
From the archives: 2 December 2012
REVIEW. DStv Mobile's Walka 7 is a great handheld 'travel version' of DStv; men, kids and frequent travellers will love this TV tablet.
REVIEW. DStv Mobile's Walka 7 is a great handheld 'travel version' of DStv; men, kids and frequent travellers will love this TV tablet.
A news site covering the South African television industry with news and analysis about it.
teeveetee.blogspot.com
So, from being able to carry around a wide variety of DSTV Mobile devices (as detailed above) from 2010 - with the option of linking ONE device for free to your existing DSTV Premium account - and paying an additional subscription of R 49 for any additional devices you may have had, Monochoice discontinued this service when they switched over to their internet streaming service' during 2017.
This INITIALLY allowed the choice of FIVE separate linked users per DSTV Premium subscription being able to steam live broadcasts separately - as per their launch promo TV advert (19 April 2017)
This capability was then incrementally whittled down over the ensuing years, to where we currently stand - as from 22 March 2022 - with only ONE linked user now capable of streaming any LIVE content - and limiting the single other remaining linked user to only being able to watch previously downloaded content on a mobile device - as there is NO DSTV Now (or Showmax) desktop app available to download content using a Windows or Mac PC or laptop , and then watch it there - which you CAN do using the Netflix desktop app.
And this is what they call 'progress'... as per their press release:
“We will not limit the number of people using a login, however, we are limiting the number of people who can stream at the same time,” MultiChoice explained.
“Password sharing and piracy are challenges for streaming providers globally,” it stated.
“As part of our ongoing efforts to counteract password sharing and piracy, while continuing to bring you the best viewing experience, we will be introducing measures to limit concurrent streaming.”
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Dusty Ricketts
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I've already canceled my subscription with them after supporting them since the late 90's. They will regret trying to be dominant in a market where one has free choices with other TV providers. Let's see how long they can last...
Icemanbrfc
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**** DSTV... I have signed up with F1 TV, and if you look really hard, you could find sites to stream sport in far better quality than what DSTV provides.
Icemanbrfc
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So let's get this right, MC actually thinks that those using a premium subscribers login details, will now lead to them signing up for a DSTV account? If that is the case, why did those individuals not just sign up in the first place?
MC can do whatever they want, fact is that this will not change anything, except possibly see them lose subscribers, who will feel that MC has breached contract. Which they did btw
Icemanbrfc
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We can only share it to one individual , not multiple
The problem is where do you watch sport?
Go to the pub and support a business that supports DSTV.
Watch IPTV and support pirate IPTV providers that are the reason why DSTV implemented the limit.
There is no way around DSTV premium if you like to watch Rugby, Cricket, F1 etc. You just complain and complain but when DSTV debits your account you pay.
Go to the pub and support a business that supports DSTV.
Watch IPTV and support pirate IPTV providers that are the reason why DSTV implemented the limit.
There is no way around DSTV premium if you like to watch Rugby, Cricket, F1 etc. You just complain and complain but when DSTV debits your account you pay.
Icemanbrfc
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VIP Box Sports - Watch live free sport from the Premier League, live football streaming, Live NFL NBA, MLB, NHL streaming only on VIPBox sports.
The free ones also have DSTV streams which is really nice but once again the reason why we have the limits imposed but yes it seems that pirating might actually end up being the only affordable option which is sad.