ESPN+ basics

Just to be clear, this isn't a Hulu issue. It doesn't matter where you get your linear ESPN channels (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN News, ESPNU), or if your provider gives you access to ESPN3 or whatever they call their regular streaming package. The ESPN+ service is always a separate package and an additional charge.

I think the biggest problem with this whole Big 12 ESPN+ thing is the that people assume they can get it just because they have ESPN in their TV package. I fear there will be a lot of angry people when the first ISU game on ESPN+ rolls around.

There is a 100% chance this statement is true.

Somehow in 2019 there is this much confusion around streaming.

ESPN didn't do anything to make it simple either. ESPN. ESPN 3. ESPN+
 
So, like, does anyone watch highlights on the ESPN app? I just tried, but there is a 15 to 30 second ad before every single 30 second highlight. It’s unbearable.
 
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An update on espn+ on TV's.

At the moment Smart TV's (with the exception of Samsung Tizen TV's) are not available as supported devices. But please check the site periodically as new devices will be added in the future.

However you can use the following devices with your TV: Amazon Fire TV / Fire TV Stick, Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, Roku enabled TVs, Playstation 4 and XBOX One.
 
Question for those who do stream regularly. Looking at getting a Roku. My main TV I can watch Netflix through Dish and I have my Xbox set up. Also have a regular tv that I can get Netflix through Dish and a older Blu Ray player.

From the perspective of ESPN+ I think it should be able to watch all of the games via the XBox. What about Cyclones.tv. I’ve been kind of procrastinating but I want to be able to watch the games. Does Cyclones.tv work on Roku or can I use the browser from my XBox? I think I’m the past I could use the browser but I moved since last non conference season and haven’t tried any of it at my new place.
 
Question for those who do stream regularly. Looking at getting a Roku. My main TV I can watch Netflix through Dish and I have my Xbox set up. Also have a regular tv that I can get Netflix through Dish and a older Blu Ray player.

From the perspective of ESPN+ I think it should be able to watch all of the games via the XBox. What about Cyclones.tv. I’ve been kind of procrastinating but I want to be able to watch the games. Does Cyclones.tv work on Roku or can I use the browser from my XBox? I think I’m the past I could use the browser but I moved since last non conference season and haven’t tried any of it at my new place.

Trying to piece some of this together. I have Hulu for live TV. Not finding a huge benefit to their catalog that come with it

Cyclones.TV has a Roku app. (Unless something has changed). It worked well
 
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I have to get ESPN plus since my nephew will be playing college ball on ESPN plus a lot. However, yesterday I tried everything to figure out how to get it on my Samsung smart TV and I can't seem to find ESPN plus app on that. Have no idea what I am doing wrong. My Smart TV is 3 years old but I did the update yesterday to make sure everything was up to speed. Any idea why they won't give me the ESPN app? Do I have to go through Hulu or some crap?
 
Here's the basics.

ESPN+ is a streaming service and you need streaming capabilities. You need to have good internet.

You will need to pay for a subscription for ESPN+. https://plus.espn.com/
Its 4.99/month or 49.99/year. If you have hulu, you can bundle hulu, disney+ and ESPN+ for 12.99/month.

You will need a smart TV, Roku or FireTV device (or another similar device) in order to stream ESPN+. You may need to download the ESPN or ESPN+ app to your streaming device.

Once you have the ESPN+ app on your device or smart tv, you can log in with your information and watch.

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An update on espn+ on TV's.

At the moment Smart TV's (with the exception of Samsung Tizen TV's) are not available as supported devices. But please check the site periodically as new devices will be added in the future.

However you can use the following devices with your TV: Amazon Fire TV / Fire TV Stick, Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, Roku enabled TVs, Playstation 4 and XBOX One.

I have to get ESPN plus since my nephew will be playing college ball on ESPN plus a lot. However, yesterday I tried everything to figure out how to get it on my Samsung smart TV and I can't seem to find ESPN plus app on that. Have no idea what I am doing wrong. My Smart TV is 3 years old but I did the update yesterday to make sure everything was up to speed. Any idea why they won't give me the ESPN app? Do I have to go through Hulu or some crap?

I have a Sharp smart TV and it's not listed as compatible with that brand. I don't want more difficult ways to access things I'm paying for.

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So what device do I need to buy in order to get ESPN plus on my Samsung Smart TV? Any suggestions
 
Ok so I just by this Roku device and it will help me get ESPN plus. After buying Roku do I only have to buy ESPN plus or do I have to buy something else

Roku devices are very simple to set up. You will need an ESPN+ subscription (not sure if you can signup through the Roku/ESPN interface or using a computer). Once you have Roku set up...explore...there are some very cool free channels on Roku. Anyway...someone else may offer a better explanation on signing up for ESPN+ as I haven't done that yet.
 
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Trying to piece some of this together. I have Hulu for live TV. Not finding a huge benefit to their catalog that come with it

Cyclones.TV has a Roku app. (Unless something has changed). It worked well
I use Hulu (but not for live TV) all the time. I don’t have a DVR, so every ABC, NBC and Fox show I watch is through Hulu. They also have a few originals that I have watched.
 
Ok so I just by this Roku device and it will help me get ESPN plus. After buying Roku do I only have to buy ESPN plus or do I have to buy something else
Once you buy a Roku, you will wonder how you watched TV without it. Ok, that’s a bit hyperbolic, but we have 2 Roku TVs plus 4 more hooked up to Rokus. My two oldest children and my in-laws all bought Roku TVs. I personally will not buy any other smart Tv because other Smart TVs don’t update their apps and the selection is terrible. Roku has the best selection of any device. You can get a Roku Express for $24 on Amazon. If you want a 4K version, it will be a bit more, but there are lots of options at cheap prices. 42 inch 4K Roku TVs were under $250 at Sams Club last week.
 
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Does anyone know if the games on ESPN+ will be live only or will viewing delayed be an option. I DVR a ton of games and watch them delayed. I doubt if my DVR will be compatible with ESPN+.