Although Firefly Fiber Broadband does not create streaming services or video content, we provided the information below as a starting point to help you learn about the devices, apps, and streaming services available on the market from various sources and providers.
Hardware Devices
Smart phones, computers, and tablets offer immediate access to countless streaming apps, but did you know that devices like Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, and many others can enable most televisions to use streaming services? Here are a few options that could help connect household TVs to many streaming services:
- Roku
- Amazon Fire Stick,Smart TVs (TVs able to have streaming apps built in and can connect to the internet)
- Newer Gaming Consoles (PS4, XBox1)
- Computers
- Tablets
- Smartphones
Local TV Channel Options
For those who would like to watch local channels, there are a few streaming options. Most of these require a subscription with the service provider. The links below
contain additional details about the channels and packages available.
- DirecTV Now
- YouTube TV
- Fubo TV
- Hulu with Live TV
- PlayStation TV Vue
- Sling TV
Most of these Over the Top providers carry the major satellite networks, such as AMC, CNN, ESPN and Nickelodeon. There are also options for viewing national broadcast networks, such as NBC, CBS, and Fox, as well as broadcast channels from local markets, such as Richmond, Charlottesville, and Washington DC. Where you live will determine which local channels are available.
Subscription Streaming Services
- Amazon Prime Video (included with Prime membership)
- Netflix
- Hulu
- HBO Now
Ad-Supported Free Streaming
- Freedive
- Xumo
- Pluto TV
- The Roku Channel