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AT&T TV is now called DIRECTV.

AT&T TV is discontinued and no longer available for new sign-ups. Learn more about this transition and sign up here.

Can you stream AT&T TV on Samsung Smart TV?

How to Sign Up and Download AT&T TV on Samsung Smart TV

AT&T TV is available natively using Samsung Smart TV (2017+). Additionally, you may be able to stream to your Samsung Smart TV through Apple AirPlay (2018+ models).

AT&T TV app on Samsung Smart TV

1. Click here to sign up for AT&T TV.
2. Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Samsung Smart TV.
3. Launch the app store and search for “AT&T TV” on your Samsung Smart TV.
4. Select “Add to Home” to install the app.
5. Once installed, log in using your AT&T TV credentials.
6. You can now stream AT&T TV on Samsung Smart TV.

Apple AirPlay

1. Click here to sign up for AT&T TV.
2. Install the AT&T TV iPhone/iPad app.
3. Once installed, log in using your AT&T TV credentials.
4. Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone/iPad.
5. Start playing the content in the AT&T TV app and select the AirPlay icon.
6. Choose your Samsung Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.

If you have a compatible TV and you don’t see AirPlay as an option, make sure you update to the latest Samsung Smart TV firmware.

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AT&T TV

AT&T TV is a live TV streaming service, which is essentially the streaming version of the DIRECTV service. The service recently replaced AT&T TV NOW with the addition of new no contract and no fee plans. AT&T has rebranded the Live TV Streaming Service to DirecTV Stream.

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All plans include local channels and at least 34 of the Top 35 Cable Channels from AMC, A+E, Discovery (Food Network, HGTV, TLC, Discovery, etc.), Disney (ESPN, Disney Channel, etc), NBCU (Bravo, MSNBC, NBCSN, etc.), WarnerMedia (TNT, TBS, CNN, etc.), ViacomCBS (MTV, Comedy Central, etc.), and Hallmark.

They recently introduced new no-contract plans starting at $69.99 a month for their Entertainment Plan. You can upgrade to their Choice Plan, which begins at $84.99, that includes your local RSN and HBO Max for one-year. They also have have an Ultimate ($94.99 for 130 channels) and Premier ($139.99 for 140 channels). With the no contract option, you won’t pay RSN Fee.

With the two-year contract option, you will save ~$10-15 a month for the first year and get some additional benefits like an AT&T TV streaming box and 500 Hour DVR. However, after the first year you will see a ~$35 a month price hike and will have to pay a Regional Sports Fee of up to $8.49 a month.

Sign Up $69.99+ / month directv.com/stream

How to Sign Up for AT&T TV on Other Streaming Devices

If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use AT&T TV on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.

What features are available on AT&T TV?

20 hours Cloud DVR

Your DVR storage depends on your plan. If you are on a no-contract plan you will get Hour Cloud DVR storage, which can be upgraded to Unlimited Storage for $/month. Those on a 2-year contract get an Unlimited DVR included at no extra charge.

In both cases, any recordings on your DVR will expire after days. In a series recording, max 30 episodes stored (oldest deleted first which may be in less than 90 days).

When they change the name of [AT&T TV] to [DirecTV Stream], you will continue to receive the same DVR benefits.

Up to 20 Devices

On either the contract or no-contract plan, you can use AT&T TV on up to 20 simultaneous devices on the same home network, or up to three devices while traveling outside your home.

37 TV Everywhere Apps

AT&T TV gives you access to 37 different TV Everywhere apps.

List of Compatible Apps

• A&E App
• AMC App
• BBC America App
• BET NOW
• Bravo Now
• BTN2GO
• CBS Sports App
• CMT App
• CNBC App
• Comedy Central App
• DisneyNow
• E! Now
• FOX Now
• Fox Sports Go
• Freeform App
• FX Now
• FYI App
• (HBO) Max
• MAX Go
• MLB At Bat
• MSG Go
• MS NOW
• Nat Geo TV App
• NBC App
• NBC Sports App
• NFL Mobile
• Oxygen Now
• Showtime Anytime
• Syfy Now
• Telemundo Now
• Universal Kids App
• Universo Now
• USA Now
• Watch ABC
• Watch Cooking Channel
• Watch DIY
• Watch ESPN

On Demand

There is a variety of on demand content to stream within the AT&T TV app.

Parental Controls

AT&T TV has some parental controls to help restrict content.

DIRECTV, Hulu Live TV, and Sling TV also have parental control features.

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AT&T TV

AT&T TV is a live TV streaming service, which is essentially the streaming version of the DIRECTV service. The service recently replaced AT&T TV NOW with the addition of new no contract and no fee plans. AT&T has rebranded the Live TV Streaming Service to DirecTV Stream.

…

All plans include local channels and at least 34 of the Top 35 Cable Channels from AMC, A+E, Discovery (Food Network, HGTV, TLC, Discovery, etc.), Disney (ESPN, Disney Channel, etc), NBCU (Bravo, MSNBC, NBCSN, etc.), WarnerMedia (TNT, TBS, CNN, etc.), ViacomCBS (MTV, Comedy Central, etc.), and Hallmark.

They recently introduced new no-contract plans starting at $69.99 a month for their Entertainment Plan. You can upgrade to their Choice Plan, which begins at $84.99, that includes your local RSN and HBO Max for one-year. They also have have an Ultimate ($94.99 for 130 channels) and Premier ($139.99 for 140 channels). With the no contract option, you won’t pay RSN Fee.

With the two-year contract option, you will save ~$10-15 a month for the first year and get some additional benefits like an AT&T TV streaming box and 500 Hour DVR. However, after the first year you will see a ~$35 a month price hike and will have to pay a Regional Sports Fee of up to $8.49 a month.

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DIRECTV Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $50 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for DIRECTV STREAM.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.

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Offer Terms

• Only valid for new DIRECTV STREAM subscribers.
• Only valid once per household.
• You must pay and maintain service for at least one month to be eligible.
• Purchase must be completed on the DIRECTV STREAM website.
• You’ll receive gift card 4-6 weeks after purchase (~2 weeks after your first month).
• Cannot be combined with any other promotion and won’t be eligible if you try to use a coupon code or cash back from another site.

Sling TV Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $25 Uber Eats Gift Card when you sign up for Sling TV.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.

Continue

Offer Terms

• Only valid for new Sling TV subscribers to Sling Orange, Blue, or Sling Orange + Blue.
• Only valid once per household.
• You must pay and maintain service for at least one month to be eligible.
• You must click from The Streamable and complete your purchase on the Sling TV website.
• You’ll receive gift card 4-6 weeks after purchase (~2 weeks after your first month).
• Cannot be combined with any other promotion and won’t be eligible if you try to use a coupon code or cash back from another site.

Hulu Live TV Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $35 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for Hulu Live TV.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.

Continue

Offer Terms

• Only valid for new Hulu Live TV subscribers.
• Only valid once per household.
• You must pay and maintain service for at least one month to be eligible.
• You must click from The Streamable and complete your purchase on the Hulu Live TV website.
• You’ll receive gift card 4-6 weeks after purchase (~2 weeks after your first month).
• Cannot be combined with any other promotion and won’t be eligible if you try to use a coupon code or cash back from another site.