DStv brings back second stream

DStv has announced that it is bringing back the ability of DStv Premium, Compact Plus, and Compact customers to watch two concurrent streams as part of their subscription. The upgrade is rolling out to customers from today, 13 March 2025.

This will give subscribers the freedom to watch on any device, including smart TVs, laptops or smartphones, the pay-TV broadcaster said.

“The update offers greater flexibility to customers, making it easier for them to watch what they want when they want,” it said.

DStv Stream standalone customers will also benefit from an additional concurrent stream on any device.

The latest development builds on the DStv Stream enhancements introduced last year.

These include cloud PVR functionality that offers the ability to pause and rewind up to 24 hours without a decoder, an improved “Watch from Start” feature, a refreshed interface with personalised recommendations, better overall stability, and AI-driven content suggestions.

“Each new feature was designed to make streaming seamless and more user-friendly,” DStv said.

Also included is the ability for parents to set up age-restricted kids’ profiles across live and on-demand content.

“As more South African households use a second screen to broaden their individual entertainment choices, the return of DStv’s second stream option is great news for families,” MultiChoice said.

“With DStv’s packed sports calendar and broad choice of general entertainment channels, more people will have access to enjoy content at the same time.”

DStv continues to deliver arguably the best sport offering in the world.

On 29 January, SuperSport set a record by making 18 live UEFA Champions League fixtures available on the same day.

DStv also has an extensive library of content on-demand and live channels.

“Entertainment lovers can use the second stream to watch their favourite movie, comedy series or reality show, while someone else in the home can binge-watch their favourite drama,” DStv said.

It added that the return of the second stream adds even more value to DStv’s Premium, Compact Plus and Compact packages.

“DStv Premium customers, who already receive Showmax at no extra cost, now have access to two DStv streams and two Showmax streams, bringing their total concurrent streaming options to four,” it said.

“DStv Compact customers also now have two DStv streams, can add Showmax to their subscription at a discount, and enjoy two Showmax streams, also giving them four concurrent streaming options in total.”

MultiChoice South Africa CEO Byron du Plessis said that with shifting viewing habits and growing connectivity, it was the right time to bring back the second stream to supplement DStv’s overall value proposition.

“With 150 million monthly views, the DStv Stream platform continues to grow,” said Du Plessis.

“DStv satellite customers can access DStv Stream for free, but it is also available as a standalone streaming option,” he continued.

“With the return of the second stream, our customers have more opportunities to engage with the content they love, including the best local stories, world-class sport, as well as a variety of international content options.”