DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DIRECTV GO, a unique over-the-top (OTT) entertainment experience that combines linear, live and On Demand programming, series, documentaries, movies, sports and Premium programming, is now available in Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay. As of August 8, anyone can subscribe to a monthly plan exclusively with the streaming platform at www.directvgo.com. The OTT service has been available in Chile and Colombia since last November.
DIRECTV GO offers a unique entertainment experience with the best series, documentaries, live programming and movies to watch online. In addition, it has the most complete sports coverage and programming from DIRECTV Sports, such as the LaLiga Santander, Ligue 1 Conforama and the German Cup (DFB Pokal), and the best national soccer team competitions (UEFA Nations League, UEFA Euro 2020 Qualifiers, FIFA U-17 World Cup Brazil 2019). Moreover, the best of basketball with broadcasts such as the Euroleague Basketball.
OnDIRECTV programming with series such as "Fargo," “Discovery of Witches,” “Mrs. Wilson,” “Save me,” “Patrick Melrose,” and “Side Games (Todo por el Juego),” movies, documentaries, concerts and the most important talk shows in the United States such as "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show", will also be available on DIRECTV GO.
The On Demand programming catalog includes series such as "Big Little Lies," “Euphoria,” "Chernobyl" and "Game of Thrones" (from HBO), "The Handmaid's Tale" and “Killing Eve” (from Paramount), “NOS4A2” (from AMC) and movies like “Deadpool 2,” “Bohemian Rhapsody” (FOX Premium) and “The Meg” and “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” (from HBO). It additionally offers a wide variety of channels such as TNT, Animal Planet, AXN, Cartoon Network, CINEMAX, Discovery, Discovery Kids, Disney Channel and ESPN.
Users will be able to watch their favorite programming through any compatible digital device with an Internet connection, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, computers, Smart TVs, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast and Android TV.
"DIRECTV GO is an innovative and unique service thanks to its combination of programming, flexible access and reach in many Latin American markets. Users want access --at any time and from any device-- to series, movies, live channels or football matches, and DIRECTV GO satisfies this desire through a single platform," said Marcus Owenby, AVP Product Marketing Management, Vrio Corp.
For On Demand programming, the streaming platform will allow you to pause and continue watching later on the same or another device*. It will also allow you to watch programs on two devices at the same time with the same account, easily, simply and quickly. This experience is complemented with online customer service available 24 hours a day.
With DIRECTV GO, users do not need a traditional pay-TV subscription, a decoder, a satellite antenna, a cable connection or an annual contract to enjoy their favorite programs.
How can a user access DIRECTV GO?
To access DIRECTV GO, users must be located in Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru or Uruguay, go to access www.DIRECTVGO.com, create an account and subscribe**. Then they must download the application from the App Store (iOS devices) or Play Store (Android devices) or access it directly on a web browser. First-time subscribers can have access to a 7-day free trial. Visit DIRECTVGO.com to see certain exclusions and limitations that apply.
* Certain programs may be limited to streaming on one device only.
**A credit card is required, and the corresponding Terms and Conditions must be accepted. It is recommended that users have a minimum of 4 Mbps in their home and 2.5 Mbps for mobile devices. To enjoy a high-quality experience, 10 Mbps is recommended. Free trial period conditions for premium packages should be reviewed at www.DIRECTVGO.com.
More information, along with general requirements and Terms and Conditions, is available at www.DIRECTVGO.com.
You can follow DIRECTV GO at: Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
About DIRECTV GO:
With DIRECTV GO, users can access content how and when they want it through different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, computers or Smart TVs. DIRECTV GO is an over-the-top (OTT) subscription service that offers online access to a variety of programs in different Latin American countries. It includes access to linear, live channels, On Demand and sports programming, and an option to subscribe to premium programming. DIRECTV GO is a service of Vrio offered by its affiliate, Latam Streamco Inc. It is available at no additional cost to subscribers of the DIRECTV satellite television service in Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay thanks to an agreement between Vrio and DIRECTV satellite television service providers. More information is available at: www.DIRECTVGO.com.
About Vrio:
Vrio is a leading provider of digital entertainment services in South America and the Caribbean with 13.5 million subscribers in 11 countries and 10,000 employees across the region. Vrio’s best-in-class entertainment includes premier sporting events, international content and exclusive programming. Vrio offers services in Brazil through the SKY brand and in Argentina, Barbados, Chile, Colombia, Curaçao, Ecuador, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay and Venezuela through the DIRECTV brand. More information is available at: www.vriocorp.com Vrio is part of AT&T Inc. (NSYE: T).
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