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Channels - Live TV and DVR icon

Channels - Live TV and DVR

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Watch and record your favorite programs on every TV and device, from the living room, hotel room, or even on your commute. Channels delivers a unified experience across all your TVs, devices, and streaming platforms.

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  • Android
  • iPhone
  • iPad
  • Apple TV
  • Fire TV
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  1.  Commercial Skipping
  2.  Channel guide
  3.  Stream video to Apple TV
  4.  Remote Media Access
  5.  Watch Live TV
  6.  Tuner Sharing
  7.  DVR
  8.  Media Server
  9.  Media Center
  10.  Streaming

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  • Developed by

    US flagFancy Bits, LLC
  • Licensing

    Proprietary and Commercial product.
  • Pricing

    One time purchase that costs up to $25, and / or subscription ranging between $7 and $8 per month.
  • Rating

    Average rating of 5 (23 ratings)
  • Alternatives

    9 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English

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Channels - Live TV and DVR was added to AlternativeTo by jonmaddox on Aug 15, 2019 and this page was last updated Dec 18, 2020.

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Comment summary: Channels - Live TV and DVR is highly praised for its seamless recording capabilities with HDHomeRun tuners and excellent support for TVE apps. Users value its easy setup, reliable functionality, and responsive customer service. The software's ability to skip commercials automatically, support multiple tuners, and provide a smooth user interface is highlighted. Many users favor Channels over Plex and other alternatives for its robust features and cross-platform compatibility.
Top Positive Comment
mike_here
Dec 1, 2019
3

Channels DVR is my primary way of watching and recording TV. I receive my local channels from an antenna connected to a HDHomerun tuner and I use my TV Provider (YouTube TV) to watch cable channels as well. Because Channels DVR can record shows, both local and cable shows are recorded in one place.

The best part is it automatically removes the commercials when I watch a show. Because TV commercials are so out of control (1 1/2 hour movie can easily run 3 hours with all of the commercials) I get my time back using Channels DVR. It's truly awesome.

While the software is amazing (and works like magic) the developers of the software make it all possible. They are active in the forums and are very responsive to feedback. They are committed to their Product and clearly love what they do. That's a big part of why this software is so great.

I've replaced my Tivo (does not work with YouTube TV), Emby and Tablo with Channels DVR. It's the perfect match for me.

Guest
Feb 2, 2020
0

It just works with minimal complications and none of the annoying limitations found in every other media server/client I tried.

JoeMcCormack
Dec 31, 2019
0

I was a PLEX user, but found a happy place with Channels! I do all my TV through the Apple TV and was running in to constant issues with PLEX. I searched for alternatives and tried several, but once I found Channels I was done looking. I have run into exactly zero issues. Everything just works! And they are constantly adding new features that I love! If you are experiencing issues with other live tv /DVR options or looking for to start... give Channels a try... You won't be disappointed you did! Oh and the community is great too. They help you learn all there is and give you updates for new features and answer questions.

Guest
Dec 16, 2019
0

Easy to use, setup and navigate. I quit YouTube tv for this.

vbodenmiller
Dec 2, 2019
0

A great app on my Nvidia Shield! Better than Plex for Live TV and Recording.

Guest
Dec 2, 2019
0

Amazing customer support. Great software. Lots of innovation.

peregrinhome
Dec 1, 2019
2

I resisted Channels for a few months. I thought the price point was a big high.

I signed up for the 30 day evaluation and never looked back. Channels DVR is everything that you could ever want in a television DVR solution.

Add to that a super responsive staff of developers.

This is an all-around AMAZING program. Smooth experience. Problem free. I will never go back to HD Homerun and Kodi.

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What is Channels - Live TV and DVR?

Channels is a platform for watching live TV on any of your devices. Channels can utilize both HDHomeRun TV tuners as a source for broadcast TV or you can sign in with your cable or streaming provider to watch their channels through the app.

Channels lets you watch and record anything, anywhere. After installing Channels DVR Server on your PC, Mac, or NAS, you will have a full featured networked DVR for your whole home.

Channels has a very familiar and friendly feel to it. Its biggest draw is the family acceptance factor. Everyone in the family will love it.

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