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May 05, 2016

10 Unique Features Which Make Your Live Streaming Experience Enjoyable

It may seem like television has been around forever, but it is still a relatively new and changing technology. For those old enough to remember, not everyone used to have a television in their home. Those that did only had access to a few channels and could only watch what was on at the time they were in front of the TV. Cable television gave people more channels to watch and tools like DVRs and on-demand television services provided individuals with more control over when they would watch something, but many people are missing out on one of the best new technologies to utilize when watching TV.



Streaming television is something that people are beginning to take advantage of. Instead of having to watch on a TV that is located in one room of the home, people can choose to watch live streaming videos from a myriad of different screens. From traditional televisions to computers to mobile devices, people can now watch television online when they want and where they want. The key is learning how to do it.

The Problems of Streaming Television

Streaming television is not perfect. Many people complain that it is not always easy to decide what they want to watch. They are used to flipping through the channels until they find something that they like on. People also complain that the quality of streaming television is not always great. Anyone that has streamed television shows is aware of the term buffering and the problems that it can cause.

Other complaints about streaming television have to do with the devices that are used. Not everyone is comfortable with watching television on the tiny screen of a smartphone. They may not want to have to sit in front of a laptop to watch tv. They may think that the quality of the images on these devices will not meet their expectations. The biggest concern for many people is that they cannot get the shows they want.

Overcoming the Problems

The best part about streaming television is that all of the obstacles that people put up can be overcome. The key is learning the tricks needed to improve the live streaming experience. Here are some tips that can help.

  • Improve the Internet Connection – Improving the internet connection can alleviate many of the problems with streaming. This can be done in several ways. Increasing the speed of the internet connection in a home is one way. Changing the channel that a Wi-Fi network is on so that it does not interfere with the neighbors is another. The better the internet connection is, the better the streaming experience will be.
  • Improve the Devices – Streaming television can use multiple devices. Smart TVs that offer big screens can provide a great picture and many mobile devices have improved their resolution to help with quality. Technology will continue to make the quality of streaming television better.
  • Schedule your Shows – If a person wants to experience television the way they are used to, they can create their own schedule They can watch certain shows on certain days or they can have a schedule of live streaming TV that tells them when to tune in.

The key to great streaming TV is content and to find the best content a person needs to be aware of the different services that are available and the best ways to use them. Learning about these services can improve anyone’s streaming experience.

  • Netflix – Netflix is the largest streaming service in the world today. People pay for a subscription and get access to hundreds of thousands of shows and movies. The Netflix experience can be improved by creating different profiles for the different people with access to the account. That allows people to customize the content they are offered. The quality of Netflix streaming can also be changed from high to medium to low, depending on the quality of the internet connection a person has and the device they are using, to optimize the streaming experience.
  • BBC Iplayer – To improve the experience with this service and with others, it is best to download the content that is desired before watching it. Downloading can take time, but once it is stored on the device, the quality of playback will be improved.
  • YouTube (News - Alert) – There are more than just homemade videos that can be found on YouTube. A person can find and save their favorite channels to gain access to the shows and videos they like. It is also possible to put videos into a queue to watch them later. This is possible on many streaming services often seen as creating favorites.
  • YipTV – Although it is not as well-known as other services, YipTV offers many things that improve the streaming experience. It allows up to 5 devices to connect to a single account. People can download the mobile app on the Google (News - Alert) Play and iTunes store. Anyone can get free access to the ‘Yes English’ Channel that allows people, especially Hispanics, to learn the English language.
  • Amazon – Amazon has a lot of content, much of which is free with an Amazon Prime membership. It is best to pay for full seasons of shows rather than pay for them individually with Amazon.
  • Apple (News - Alert) TV – This service will continue to improve, but it is best when people customize their home screen to make it easy to find the content they want.

These are only some of the ways to enjoy the streaming TV experience. Other devices such as the Roku devices and Google Chromecast offer people a way to get the television content they want on all of their devices. The ability to use voice commands or a smartphone as a remote control is making these services even easier to use. The internet has almost all of the content that people want; they just have to learn to find it and figure out how to watch it. Whether a person wants to watch live television or if they want to binge watch their favorite show, streaming television is the best option as long as a person takes the time to learn how to do it right.

Future generations will not have the same problems with streaming television. They are growing up with it, and they think it is the normal way to watch TV. They do not have the same problems that older people do, and that is why streaming will be the way to watch television in the future.

Do you have tips that can improve the streaming television experience? What is stopping you from taking advantage of these services? Please take the time to share your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions with us.

Joy Mali is a certified digital analyst who helps online businesses to perform better on the web with best solutions & advice. Her content is featured on many mainstream sites & blogs. You can follow her onGoogle plus.




Edited by Stefania Viscusi
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