What is IPTV?

How does IPTV work?

IPTV stands for Internet Protocol Television. As the name suggests, you can watch television over the internet via IPTV.
These channels are stored on a server and can be shared with end users using software.

So you have next to a IPTV subscription, also IPTV software required.
This software is a bridge between you and the subscription, which is why this is sometimes done middleware .

You can download this software on several types of devices, such as your PC, mobile and smart TV.
However, the devices are not always specially built for IPTV, so the functions are not fully utilized.
As a result, the IPTV boxes a must-have if you want to watch full-fledged TV.

With an IPTV box you can use interactive TV, EPG, watch and record and more.
Consider, for example, a NAS and extra additions such as IMDb data for VOD and series.
This means you can watch TV as it should.

You will find these kinds of functionalities did not via the Smart TV app, PC or mobile.

Advantages of IPTV:  

  • You have a wider range, so you can receive foreign channels that you would otherwise not be able to obtain. 
  • Installation is simple via the internet without complicated cabling 

Disadvantages of IPTV 

  • You are dependent on the internet and on a server that works on the internet.

Difference between IPTV and Dreambox

As mentioned earlier, IPTV works over the internet, where Dreamboxes work over coaxial cables.
You need a smart card that can decrypt these channels.

With IPTV you have an internet connection that must be stable.
Via Dreambox you are dealing with a coaxial network that must be available.

IPTV is becoming more and more accessible and is taking over.

Advantage of Dreambox compared to IPTV

  • Cleaner image, stable via cable

Advantages of IPTV compared to Dreambox

  • Much wider range
  • No complicated cabling required
  • The Internet is becoming more efficient and accessible, making image quality virtually the same.
  • Not dependent on Coax infrastructure

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Difference between IPTV box and Android box

Android boxes made their debut around 2014 with the rise of KODI.
You can access Android via your TV on an Android box. This effectively gives you a powerful Smart TV.
An advantage of a box compared to Smart TV is that your processor and working memory are good.

You can also download an IPTV app on an Android box. You also have IPTV on your Android box.
However, it is an Android box did not especially for IPTV.
This means that you cannot fully use all functions.

Via an IPTV box you have a special app, around which the rest of the software is built.
This allows you to use all the functions that the server offers.
The IPTV box then uses the processor and memory optimally for IPTV.

A cross between the two is one Android IPTV box.
The IPTV box was designed on this device and the Android system was built around it.
This allows you to use applications in addition to IPTV and get even more functions from your device.

The Formular brand is a pioneer in Android IPTV boxes.

What is the difference between an IPTV box and IPTV via the Smart TV app?

An alternative to an IPTV box that is often used is an IPTV app on the Smart TV.
This application can display the channels on your screen via an m3u playlist.

However, these channels are often displayed in a long playlist, without EPG and VOD.
So you don’t have films and series on these apps.
Support for the Smart IPTV app is limited by the processor of the television.

Via an IPTV box you have an external device that has a powerful processor.
This gives you a powerful device especially for IPTV.
This also allows you to view larger VOD/TV series lists and zap and navigate faster.
Functions such as connecting a hard drive, recording, pausing and replaying are only available with an IPTV box.

Benefits of Smart TV App:

  • No TV Box required

Disadvantages of Smart TV App:

  • Not available on every TV
  • No extensive functions such as EPG, watching programs
  • Depends on a weaker TV processor
  • Can be removed from the app store after each update

What is the difference between an IPTV box and IPTV via the Smart TV app?

An alternative to an IPTV box that is often used is an IPTV app on the Smart TV.
This application can display the channels on your screen via an m3u playlist.

However, these channels are often displayed in a long playlist, without EPG and VOD.
So you don’t have films and series on these apps.
Support for the Smart IPTV app is limited by the processor of the television.

Via an IPTV box you have an external device that has a powerful processor.
This gives you a powerful device especially for IPTV.
This also allows you to view larger VOD/TV series lists and zap and navigate faster.
Functions such as connecting a hard drive, recording, pausing and replaying are only available with an IPTV box.

Benefits of Smart TV App:

  • No TV Box required

Disadvantages of Smart TV App:

  • Not available on every TV
  • No extensive functions such as EPG, watching programs
  • Depends on a weaker TV processor
  • Can be removed from the app store after each update

How can you use IPTV?

To use IPTV you need IPTV software. We always recommend an IPTV box.
This IPTV box has software that uses the full capabilities of the specifications to allow you to watch full-fledged TV.

You can also watch IPTV on your smartphone, smart TV or computer via downloadable apps.

What speed do you need for IPTV?

This depends on how durable the server and device are. A good server has HEVC decoders built in.
This encodes the channels more efficiently.

Usually the recommended internet speed is 10mb/s.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of IPTV?

The disadvantages of IPTV are:

  • You are dependent on the internet

The advantages of IPTV are:

  • Wide range (both TV and VOD)
  • No difficult installations
  • Often cheaper than alternatives

Is IPTV legal?

The IPTV technology itself is not illegal. It is legal to stream from legally obtained sources.
However, it is not legal if the provider has not obtained the channels legally.

Can you watch on multiple TVs with 1 box/subscription?

In general this is not possible. Most providers offer a 2nd or 3rd subscription at an additional cost.
You can take one box with you to several places and use it there.

IPTV without subscription

Unfortunately, it is not possible to watch IPTV without a subscription.
After all, the channels have to be delivered sometime today.

There are also costs for the maintenance of the channels and server.

There is therefore no free subscription.

Can you record with IPTV?

This depends on the server, most servers can now record.

What are the costs for IPTV?

What do you pay for an IPTV subscription?

There are many IPTV providers on the market. The prices therefore vary enormously. The prices below, with associated packages and options, are listed here purely for illustration purposes.

 1 Month Premium TV

  • €19,95
  • International package with 12.000 channels
  • 000 films and series
  • Full HD, HD and UHD image quality
  • 7 days look back at the Netherlands, Belgium, Ukraine, Poland and Turkey

3 Months Premium TV

  • €34,95
  • International package with 12.000 channels
  • 000 films and series
  • Full HD, HD and UHD image quality
  • 7 days look back at the Netherlands, Belgium, Ukraine, Poland and Turkey

6 Months Premium TV

  • €54,95
  • International package with 12.000 channels
  • 000 films and series
  • Full HD, HD and UHD image quality
  • 7 days look back at the Netherlands, Belgium, Ukraine, Poland and Turkey

12 Months Premium TV

  • €89,95
  • International package with 12.000 channels
  • 000 films and series
  • Full HD, HD and UHD image quality
  • 7 days look back at the Netherlands, Belgium, Ukraine, Poland and Turkey
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