D2h Magic Stick: Dish TV Launches ‘d2h Magic’ Stick In India at ₹399
D2h Magic Stick: Dish TV, one of India’s leading DTH operator has launched a new content streaming solution called d2h Magic. It gives customers access to digital video streaming and OTT apps in their existing set-top-box. With d2h magic, Dish TV is looking to bridge the gap between real-time TV and streaming solutions.
Dish TV has launched its ‘D2h Magic’ media streaming stick for D2h subscribers. The new device is designed to provide access to streaming services, TV shows, and original Web series using a Wi-Fi network or mobile data. It works with the existing D2h set-top boxes and is touted to offer a unified interface to the users for watching digital content as well as live TV.
Companies such as ACT Fibernet and Hathway have already brought streaming devices to provide online video streaming to their customers. Dish TV users also have the DishSMRT Stick to deliver a similar experience that D2h subscribers would get through the D2h Magic.
D2h Magic Stick connects to the USB port of the set-top-box and allows users to stream content from OTT apps. These include Hungama Play, ALTBalaji, Zee5, and Watcho. Users will also get catch-up TV feature to watch the repeat telecast of their favorite TV shows or movies they missed.
D2h Magic Stick: Price
- The D2h subscribers in all major cities with an introductory price of Rs 399.
- Its subscription is free for the first three months, and post the free preview period, the DTH operator will charge a nominal subscription price of Rs. 25 plus taxes per month.
Subscribers will also be able to watch make-up and styling tutorials, cooking recipes from famous chefs, videos from their favourite artists, along with yoga and fitness videos. There is also a dedicated section for kids with access to rhymes, educational videos, craft videos, and more.
“We are delighted to announce the launch of d2h Magic. It will empower our customers to enjoy internet-based content as well as Live TV using one remote in an immersive manner on their TV sets. At Dish TV India Ltd, we believe in bringing the latest technology and innovation to our customers. d2h magic is yet another step in this direction,” Anil Dua, Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer, Dish TV India Limited, said.
The D2h Magic can be ordered through the D2h website or by dialling its helpline 1800-1370-111. Once purchased, the subscribers will be required to plug the D2h Magic stick into the USB port available on their D2h set-top box and then configure their Wi-Fi network or a mobile hotspot to get the new experience on their TVs.