I’ve been debating the pros and cons of streaming NFL Sunday Ticket to an Apple TV recently and I feel like I need some advice. I’ve heard from a few friends and read online that streaming games on Apple TV is now possible, so it got me thinking about taking the plunge.
First things first and right off the bat; this option of streaming does come at a cost. The NFL Sunday Ticket costs around $250 and needs to be purchased via DirecTV – so this isn’t a free option. Then there’s the cost of the Apple TV itself.
My first reaction was that this isn’t the most wallet-friendly option available – and I can’t help but feel somewhat put off. On the other hand, I get access to the huge variety of shows and movies available via the Apple TV app. Plus whenever there’s a live game on, I can just hit the ‘Sunday Ticket Max’ option and watch my favorite team battle it out on the field.
So, I can’t deny that this is an attractive option. After all, what’s more fun than cheering your team on from the comfort of your own home? And I love the fact that I can watch the games in HD quality. On the flip side, streaming this way is notorious for buffering issues.
I then asked myself, ‘Will it work in my location?’ Unfortunately, streaming isn’t available in certain parts of the world. It would be a major bummer if NFL Sunday Ticket was unavailable near me. To ensure my Sunday Football watching dreams wouldn’t be crushed, I did some diligent research.
Looking into it, I soon discovered that streaming is only available in the United States and its territories. That made me a little steamed at first, but I’m now just relieved I can actually pull this off.
At this point, I was sifting through the pros and cons of going down the streaming route. I’m starting to think that it might be perfect for me – the convenience, the HD quality, and being able to enjoy the wide selection of shows and movies available on the app.
After some consideration, I concluded that streaming probably was the way to go. It’s not ideal that it’ll cost me a lot of money, but the many benefits might well make it worth it. I’m so tempted to take the plunge, but I’m just not sure if I’m ready to commit to it just yet.
I next asked myself ‘Is streaming NFL Sunday Ticket a good option for me in terms of time, value, and convenience?’. The convenient factor is definitely attractive and I would love to take advantage of the awesome HD viewing experience. But would my pocket be as happy?
It’s hard for me to tell whether the cost of the NFL Sunday Ticket, Apple TV, and subscription, and other associated expenses such as increased internet speed is worth it or not. I’m thinking that if I really want to take advantage of this service, the cost will be worthwhile.
Another worry I had, is if I am able to commit to dedicating the time to view every single game. I’m aware I need to plan my Sunday evenings around the NFL games, and that can be difficult when you have a lot of commitments.
So, I’m having real mixed feelings about this. On the one hand I’m excited about the potential anticipation of being able to watch the games live from home, but on the other, I’m daunted by costs and the commitment factor.
That being said, I’m not discounting the idea entirely just yet. I’m keen to learn more, like if there is a way to get a discounted NFL Sunday Ticket or what if I voluntarily downgraded the subscription plan. There’s a lot to take in and I want to assess the whole situation properly before I finally decide.