RIP AT&T TV — DirectTV Stream is coming

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RIP AT&T TV — DirectTV Stream is coming

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A new streaming service actor has entered the game. Well, non so much new as newly-branded. Say goodbye to AT&T Television receiver; say hello DirecTV Stream.

AT&T and global alternative asset firm TPG appear today that they have closed on their deal to establish DirecTV as a separate video company operating DirecTV, AT&T Television and U-poesy video services.

DirecTV Stream will get the overall brand for all video streaming services previously launched by AT&T — except HBO Max, which is role of the pending WarnerMedia Discovery merger.

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At the end of Q2 2021, DirecTV had approximately 15.iv million premium video subscriber. Current AT&T satellite and streaming customers will automatically keep their video service, also as bundled wireless, internet or HBO Max services (plus discounts) with no action required.

"This is a watershed moment for DirecTV as we return to a singular focus on providing a stellar video experience," said Beak Morrow, CEO, DirecTV. "Building on our recent momentum, we are well-positioned to bring unparalleled selection and value to all of our customers under one iconic brand, whether they axle it or stream it."

This is simply the latest rebranding for AT&T Tv set streaming service, which used to be called AT&T TV At present and DirecTV Now. It offered alive TV channels, with its lowest tier starting at $70.

The serviced touted itself as peculiarly suitable for sports fans, thanks to a lineup that included regional sports networks. And the DirecTV  announcement calls itself the "undisputed leader in sports programming" and trumpeted the inclusion of NFL Sunday Ticket in its offer.

But that $70 monthly price is $5 more than than rival cablevision TV alternatives like YouTube TV and Hulu With Live Telly. It remains to be seen if DirecTV Stream, now united nations-coupled from AT&T, will make its prices more competitive.

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Kelly is a senior author covering streaming media for Tom'southward Guide, so basically, she watches TV for a living. Previously, she was a freelance entertainment writer for Yahoo, Vulture, TV Guide and other outlets. When she'southward not watching Television receiver and movies for piece of work, she's watching them for fun, seeing alive music, writing songs, knitting and gardening.

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