New DStv Explora Ultra launched

[bwana]

There go all future Netflix vs DSTV comparisons. Which is probably a good idea as any discussion of internet access fees is moot.

 

[elf_lord_ZC5]

I am trying to be positive and enjoy this day of streaming-only option - I remember 1974 when SA had no TV only Springbok Radio

Springbok Radio was a far better entertainment service than the current SABC by a very, very long mile. The only readon DSTV is any better than SABC is their sport offerings. Government is determined to Ef that up as well, as soon as they can.

 

[Joe Average]

It still requires a dish? Thought the new Explora Decoder would be able to run "everything" from an internet connection only? It doesn't make sense.

 

[Apogee]

It still requires a dish? Thought the new Explora Decoder would be able to run "everything" from an internet connection only? It doesn't make sense.

In that case you will use the Streama:

https://mybroadband.co.za/news/broa...-unveiled-dstv-sport-showmax-and-youtube.html
Think of it this way:

The Explora can do both, and the Streama can only do streaming.

 

[elf_lord_ZC5]

It still requires a dish? Thought the new Explora Decoder would be able to run "everything" from an internet connection only? It doesn't make sense.

To you, and me, it might not make sense, they in their wisdom think otherwise for now.

 

[Apogee]

To you, and me, it might not make sense, they in their wisdom think otherwise for now.

Again, the Streama is the standalone streamer.

Not available as yet, though.

 

[damian24]

So for £20 installation I get a Sky Q 1TB UHD box installed (no cost for the box on a 18 month sub), it includes every streaming app available in the UK and extends the wireless network in home...

for another £25 a month I've got a basic Sky package that also includes a Netflix subscription, recording and multiple viewing environments (non of the "extra" viewing fees)

Sky has 12.5m subscribers, both DSTV and Sky have similar content costs and both distribute to satellite from the UK (caveat DSTV only for their international channels).

So how does Sky give the thing away while DSTV charge more than a car cost in 1980.? (VW Golf that is...)

D

 

[bwana]

So how does Sky give the thing away while DSTV charge more than a car cost in 1980.?

That's a rhetorical question, right?

The Explora can do both, and the Streama can only do streaming.

But you still pay the same month after month?

 

[damian24]

That's a rhetorical question, right?

 

[Louis72]

Don't see any CEC either ...

Of course! who in their right mind would actually want their decoder to switch on and control their amp and TV?

 

[Apogee]

So for £20 installation I get a Sky Q 1TB UHD box installed (no cost for the box on a 18 month sub), it includes every streaming app available in the UK and extends the wireless network in home...

for another £25 a month I've got a basic Sky package that also includes a Netflix subscription, recording and multiple viewing environments (non of the "extra" viewing fees)

Sky has 12.5m subscribers, both DSTV and Sky have similar content costs and both distribute to satellite from the UK (caveat DSTV only for their international channels).

So how does Sky give the thing away while DSTV charge more than a car cost in 1980.? (VW Golf that is...)

D

DStv is also 'giving it away' with a contract, just like Sky.

 

[elf_lord_ZC5]

Again, the Streama is the standalone streamer.

Not available as yet, though.

Yeah ...

 

[Rickster]

Netflix subscription included in the premium package or not?

 

[elf_lord_ZC5]

Netflix subscription included in the premium package or not?

Doubt it, you just get the client, need to pay for Netflix separately as a "addon"

 

[Gemsbok]

Happy to connect to Netflix and YouTube via my TV box bought for R695.00 and dont have to use dstv expensive services.
I really really dont care what dstv have to offer. Done with it....

 

[HavocXphere]

What's the deal with their odd africanized misspelled names? Walka, streama, explora etc

 

[elf_lord_ZC5]

What's the deal with their odd africanized misspelled names? Walka, streama, explora etc

It appeals to the "local yokels"

 

[HavocXphere]

It appeals to the "local yokels"

Surprised nobody has freaked out about it being racist

 

[elf_lord_ZC5]

Surprised nobody has freaked out about it being racist

Maybe it passed by the racist types undetected.

 

[internaut]

This thing prolly saved Multichoice's butski.
Netflix plus 4k. win win.