AT&T on Thursday released an important update to DirecTV Now for the Apple TV, adding features such as single sign-on.
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Single sign-on means subscribers only have to enter their credentials once to unlock similarly compatible third-party apps. Previously those channel apps had to be unlocked one-by-one, particularly cumbersome when using the Siri Remote.
DirecTV Now has also been integrated with Apple's native 'TV' app. That interface makes it easier to keep up with movies and TV shows from different services, mixing everything into one flow and syncing progress between iOS and tvOS devices. So far the most conspicuous absence has been Netflix.
Siri voice commands can meanwhile be used to find titles in DirecTV's on-demand library. Alternately they can be used to tune into live channels, for instance by saying 'Siri, tune in to Univision.'
The update should arrive automatically, after which subscribers will be prompted to sync with Apple's TV app.
DirecTV Now costs a minimum of $40 per month after a free week-long trial.
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An update to the DirecTV Now live TV app is today adding support for the TV app on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Users will now be able to easily search and access shows, as well as keep track of your viewing history within the TV app.
AT&T announced the news through an official blog post on its website.
DIRECTV NOW has integrated with the Apple TV app — a fantastic way for viewers to discover and access shows, movies, sports and news from multiple apps across iPhone, iPad and Apple TV.
DirecTV Now will also integrate with Siri search, helping users more easily discover what is available on the service through its on-demand library as well as live TV content.
Lastly, the company is finally adding support for Apple's Single Sign-On, which allows users to sign in through the Settings app on iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV and instantly be logged in through all compatible video applications. Ironically, AT&T makes a jab at the feature being old fashion despite the company being far from the first joining the herd.
Jumping through login hoops to stream a network app is sooo 2018. DIRECTV NOW customers across iPhone, iPad and Apple TV can now enjoy the hassle-free time saver that is single sign-on.
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The DirecTV Now app is available as a free download on the App Store.
Thanks for choosing DIRECTV NOW! We are listening and continue to respond to your feedback. In this update we have:
- Enabled Siri to find movies & shows or launch a channel
- Launched Single sign-on to unlock third-party apps
- Integrated with Apple TV app to discover new favorites or pick up where you left off
- User Interface & casting playback enhancements
- Performance improvements and bug fixes
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