DIRECTV unveiled its new iPad app today, which DIRECTV customers can download for free from the App Store. Once downloaded, you can browse and discover movies, shows and sports, or even a complete 14-day-guide, all without stopping watching the current programme. You can also use the app as a remote control. It has the same buttons as your regular DIRECTV remote, plus some added buttons to make it even easier to control your TV with just one tap. The app’s home screen is fully customizable - you get to choose the channels that you want to see on the screen, and what sports and teams you want to follow. Tap on any show or game to instantly tune in to that channel, record to your DVR, or find out detailed information about a particular favourite programme, such as cast and crew and parental ratings. The app appears to be particularly geared towards sports, enabling you to create your own sports roster, browse games and get scores instantly across all available sports.

Click here to download the app: DIRECTV App for iPad for iPad on the iTunes App Store

Source: DIRECTV: DIRECTV™ iPad® App

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