Are you looking for a TV service? DIRECTV is a popular option. You’d be in good company among approximately 12.8 million other U.S. subscribers. DIRECTV is an American multichannel video programming distributor based in El Segundo, CA. It was first launched in June 1994 as a digital satellite service for the U.S. AT&T for a time owned DIRECTV outright and still owns 70% of the company but private equity firm TPG now owns a 30% share.

You can order DIRECTV service online by going to directv.com, selecting "Shop Now", reviewing the packages being offered, choosing Connect via Satellite or Internet, and then looking at the package add-ons. Alternatively, you can call 855-451-7753 to order service.

DIRECTVStream is the streaming service that you can access through common third-party streaming devices or through DIRECTV’s own streaming box. To get started, you can download the DIRECTV app from your device's App Store and sign in after opening your account.

DIRECTVStream supports the following devices but be sure to confirm your device in the app as well. These include Amazon Fire TV Fire TV Cube, Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Edition Smart TV; Amazon Fire TV: Includes the Fire TV Cube, Fire TV Stick, and Fire TV Edition Smart TV; Apple TV: Includes the 4th generation; Chromecast: Includes Chromecast built-in TV and Chromecast (2nd generation and higher); Roku: Includes the Roku 1 SE, Roku 2, Roku 3, Roku 4, Non-4K Roku TV, 4K Roku TV, and Roku Smart Soundbar; Samsung Smart TV: Includes adding DIRECTVStream by opening the Samsung Smart Hub, searching for DIRECTVStream, choosing "Install" and then opening the app; Android and iOS mobile devices: Includes phones and tablets running iOS 11+ and Android 5.0 or higher.

DIRECTV has a large focus on sports. National, international and college coverage is included in package options and extras include MLB Extra Innings, NBA League Pass, Fox Soccer and more. Getting your Regional Sports Network depends on your zip code and the plan you choose. You have to get the Choice Package or higher. Blackout restrictions apply and there is an additional fee, detailed below.

Currently you can get the DIRECTV Sports Pack free for three months to see if you love it. This includes 40+ specialty and regional sports networks (including pro football). Choose the Choice or Ultimate plans for this offer.

All of the plan prices quoted below require a 2-year contract as well as paperless billing and auto pay. Taxes and fees are extra. The fee for the Advanced Receiver is an additional of at least $15/mo. It covers all DirecTV devices and combines DVR, HD, and Whole-Home services into one service. The fee also lets you watch and record HD programming, share that programming with any whole-home capable receiver, and access Pandora, On Demand, and apps. The fee can reach as high as $25 monthly, so you should keep an eye out for price hikes. Additional receivers cost $7 per month, and regional sports include a monthly fee of up to $13.99. One free Gemini device is included. DVR service is included.

Entertainment $64.99/mo. 75+ channels, including ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, AMC, CNN, Disney Channel, Nickelodeon and others. Premium channels are included for the first three months after which you can cancel them or subscribe to them.

Choice $84.99/mo. 105+ channels including CC Network, Big Ten Network, MLB Network, NBA TV, SEC Network and more. Premium channels are included for the first three months. The Regional Sports Fee is required.

Ultimate $109.99/mo. 140+ channels including CBS Sports Network, Discovery Family, FX Movie Channel, NHL Network, Starz Encore & others. Local channels are included. The Regional Sports Fee is required.

Premiere $154.99/mo. 340+ channels, Max™, Cinemax®, Showtime® and Starz® are included. If you are switching from another TV provider you can qualify for a $200 VISA reward card (limited time offer). The Regional Sports Fee is required

With the Entertainment and Choice plans you get three free months of Max™, Cinemax®, Showtime® and Starz®. With the Choice and Ultimate plans, you get the Sports Pack for the first three months free as well. With the Premiere Plan these are included. Make sure if you are getting only the first three months free to cancel your premium channels before the promotional period ends or your monthly bill will shoot up potentially another $50 or so.

DIRECTV has exclusive rights to NFL Sunday Ticket. You can also get out-of-market NFL streaming, NFL Network, NBA TV, and MLB Network.

New customer deals include a $200 Visa gift card (limited time offer at the Premier Level), a 2-year price lock, and more than $675 in savings based on getting premium channels free for the first three months. Reach out directly to DIRECTV to confirm details and pricing.