Gemini Device

That's true if you sign up for Directv via Internet. Directv Stream doesn't have device fees or a contract and you van bring your own device. You can buy Directv Gemini devices from Ebay, Walmart, Solid Signal, or Amazon.  streamtv.directv.com

Thank you!  I’m a rookie and doing a trial with DirectTV streaming.  AT&T told me that I needed a Samsung TV, Roku or Firestick in order to get their service.  I’ll check out their Gemini remote at one of the retailers that you mention.

Ok but which service did you sign up for? There are 2. Directv via Internet and Directv stream.  via Internet has device fees and includes a Gemini Air dongle plus a 2 yr contract. Directv Stream has no fees--no contract and you bring your own device. Also, it's not ATT---it's Directv

I signed up for Direct TV Streaming.  Sorry for the slip about AT&T.  I went into an AT&T store but called Direct TV later.

Thank you very much!

I have another question related to DirecTV remotes.  As I said, I have DirecTV Stream with no devices (I have a Samsung TV).  I'd like a remote that is easier to navigate than the Samsung TV remote.  I ordered a Gemini DirecTV remote from Amazon.  I could not get it connected to my TV so I chatted with DirecTV.  I was told that I would need to use my Samsung remote since the DirecTV Gemini remote won't work without a device.  True?  If not, what remote should I purchase?  Thanks for your help!!

Thank you Juniper!  That makes sense.  I was just confused about the different services.  I think that I understand now.  The benefit that you mention about channel numbers on the Gemini remote, record option button, etc. is what I was after but it looks like I will need to get used to another process since DirecTV internet would charge a significant amount extra just to basically get the remote 😊.  I appreciate everyone's response to my inquiries!!

You can purchase the device from 3rd parties like eBay, Amazon, or Solid Signal and use with the DirecTV Stream service. By going with 3rd parties, there are no additional fees or contracts.

Oh, okay.  I’m learning 😊.  So the problem that I had originally is that I just purchased the DIRECTV remote.  So if I bought the DIRECTV device + remote then I can use that without paying DIRECTV every month.  Similar to a Firestick, correct?

Yes, that is correct. The remote you bought only works with the DirecTV device. 3rd party vendors sell the device with remotes.