How Mobile TV Streaming Works

Most people will know that mobile TV streaming is the process of viewing a programme on the move, usually available through a network, cable or satellite channel and transmitted through the internet. These programmes are usually viewable through an app or standard mobile browser. These are the basic facts of this process, however there are a number of ways a user can access mobile TV streaming services.

This usually depends on the mobile device that is being used and the service provider.

The most standard way that mobile TV streaming works is through the use of an app. Data is usually sent to one of these apps on a mobile device through the internet. This is usually incorporated into your data usage plan, but always check before making assumptions. The data is transmitted in an almost identical way to how it would be on a laptop or desktop computer. The app does all the conversions required (changing data files into sound and images) and you are ready to go.

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There are many different streaming applications available on the various markets that are installed on today’s smartphones. All you need to get yourself started is a smartphone and the correct market/app store installed in order to gain access. Once you’ve downloaded the app, simply run it and register or enter your existing log in details and you’re ready to go.

There are some concerns about people running over their data allocation when it comes to streaming mobile TV programmes, and in some cases there are ways around this. Signing into a Wi-Fi hotspot is a cost-effective way of watching as much mobile video on demand as you like – although Wi-Fi hotspots aren’t always readily available.

Mobile video on demand is a great way of passing the time when out and about, but always make sure you have enough allowance left on your data plan as mobile TV streaming can really eat into it. Some Wi-Fi hotspots also restrict access to certain websites and other data streaming programmes, so be sure to check in advance before you make any concrete plans.

Jack Oldham is a recent journalism graduate blogging on behalf of Gorillabox, who specialise in mobile TV, mobile video on demand and mobile video advertising.

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17 Responses to “How Mobile TV Streaming Works”

  1. Andy

    Jan 20. 2012

    I never know about how it works. Thanks for the awareness.

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    • TechCrates

      Jan 20. 2012

      Thanks to Jack for the contribution …

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      • Puneet

        Jan 23. 2012

        Thanks Jack for this awesome post.

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  2. karan

    Jan 20. 2012

    I have tried using mobile TV. It isn’t that good. But can be useful while travelling..

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    • TechCrates

      Jan 20. 2012

      Yep… that’s a plus point !!

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  3. Godwin

    Jan 21. 2012

    I want to commend you for great wealth of information, it is really an eye opener, most especially on mobile TV,which will be of great help to me.I will always pay visit for any new update. Kudos once again.

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  4. Dan

    Jan 22. 2012

    I am a big fan of mobile streaming tv. The one thing is you need a reliable carrier and an unlimited data plan which can be expensive. I like your idea about going to free hot spots to cut doen on the expense.

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  5. Nicholle

    Jan 23. 2012

    Mobile TV streaming really works but when I have to travel I use to open my mobile TV I think they are the same right?

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  6. Tracyann0312

    Jan 25. 2012

    I tried to use mobile streaming and it’s good especially when you are travelling. At least you don’t have to worry for not watching your favorite channel!

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  7. brain

    Feb 21. 2012

    It is this reason I like the mobile apps lot. They help you to make most out of all those mobile platforms.

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  8. mobiletv

    Feb 23. 2012

    I love Mobile apps and the latest one mobile tv is my favorite. It lets me watch my serials even when I am travelling and don’t have time to sit and watch tv live on TV set. Yes indeed I love to use Mobile TV streaming.

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  9. Ganesan

    Feb 24. 2012

    Whether its available in Apple Iphone

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    • TechCrates

      Feb 24. 2012

      Yes ofcourse… just make a search in the app store

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  10. gprs

    Feb 26. 2012

    I think watching T.V on mobile is not a good idea.

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  11. George

    Mar 07. 2012

    well ive used mobile streaming plenty of times but this was worth a read. thx for the post matecheers

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  12. Shifna

    Jun 05. 2012

    i wanted to thank you for this great read!! i am definitely enjoying every little bit of it i have you bookmarked to check out new stuff you post. thanks for all.

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  13. Shivam

    Mar 23. 2014

    Great post!!!!!e -learning is the best way of learning .it makes everything easy for us to learn

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