DStv Now is a subscription-based streaming service in Africa. It offers you 175+ TV and audio channels, live sports, news, TV shows, and many more. With a subscription to DStv, you can have access to all the content in HD quality. Also, it offers Showmax for free with its subscription. It enables the user to download up to 25 videos offline, and also it has a child-safe zone with pin protected for a kid-safe movie experience. DStv allows streaming over two devices simultaneously online. It is available as a native app on Android and iOS devices. In this article, let’s see how to Chromecast DStv on your TV.
Moreover, you can download up to 25 videos and watch the content offline, anytime. It allows you to access an 8-day TV guide and plan your viewing by setting reminders.
Prerequisite
Before casting DStv Now Chromecast, make sure of the following.
- Connect the Chromecast device to the HDMI port of your TV or monitor.
- Make sure both the Chromecast-connected device and the casting device (Smartphones and PC) are connected to the same WiFi Network.
How to Chromecast DStv Now via Smartphone
[1] Open Playstore/App store on your device.
[2] Download and install DStv Now on your smartphone.
[3] Once installed, open DStv Now on your Android/iOS device.
[4] Log in with your DStv subscribed account.
[5] Now click on the cast icon from the top right of the app screen.
[6] Select your Chromecast-connected device from the list of available devices.
[7] That’s it. Now you can view DStv Now on your TV screen.
Chromecast DStv Now via Desktop PC
[1] Open the Chrome browser on your PC.
[2] Visit https://now.dstv.com/ from your browser.
[3] Log in with your DStv credentials.
[4] Click on the Chrome menu from the top right corner.
[5] Select the Cast option from the menu.
[6] In the Cast tab, select your Chromecast-connected device from the list.
[7] Also, select the source (Desktop, tab, File) from the drop-down menu.
[8] Now your DStv web page will casted on your TV screen.
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How to Fix DStv Now on Chromecast Not Working?
Here are a few reasons to check if your Chromecast DStv Now is not working.
#1 See if you have connected both the devices with a stable internet connection.
#2 Ensure to update the latest version of the app on your phone.
#3 Update the Chrome Browser while casting through PC.
#4 Clear the unwanted cache file in the app.
Now you can cast DStv Now from your Smartphone/PC to your TV using Chromecast. Most importantly, DStv is available only in certain geological locations. If you are away from the location, you won’t be able to access the app even when subscribed.
FAQs
Android phone/ tablets, iPhone/ iPad, web browsers, Android TV, Apple TV, and select smart TV devices are compatible with DStv Now.
Make sure whether you have enabled the AirPlay or Chromecast feature in your device to sort this out.
Yes, you can cast DStv Now using your Android or iOS device to the TV.