You may be be wondering “why do I need data to stream videos on MyGOTV, startimes ON and DSTV even after subscribing ?” The simple answer is that your subscription pays for access to the content, while your internet connection delivers that content to your device. What Does Your Subscription Cover? When you subscribe to DStv, GOtv or StarTimes, you pay for access to television channels and premium content such as:
Live sports
Movies
News
Children's programmes
Music channels
Documentaries
However, the subscription does not include internet access. Why Decoders Work Without Mobile Data
Traditional decoders receive television signals directly from satellite or terrestrial broadcast networks.
Because the content is transmitted directly to the decoder, there is no need for mobile data or Wi-Fi. Why Smartphones Require Data
When watching through apps such as DStv Stream, MyGOtv or StarTimes ON, the content is streamed over the internet.
Each video is transmitted to your smartphone in real time, similar to how YouTube and Netflix operate.
Without an internet connection, these apps cannot deliver video content to your device. Are You Paying Twice? NO.
Your DStv, GOtv or StarTimes subscription pays for access to their channels and content.
Your mobile data is a separate service provided by your network operator, which allows that content to be streamed to your phone.
Think of it this way: one payment gives you access to watch, while the other provides the connection needed to deliver what you're watching
