Your Festive Season Streaming Guide: Making the Most of OTT Over Diwali

The festive season is when streaming platforms release their biggest films and series, families gather around the TV and everyone has a little more time to watch. It is also when home networks are busiest. A little preparation keeps every screen running smoothly.

Plan what you want to watch

Make a shared list of new releases, family films and shows for the kids. Knowing which platforms you need helps avoid paying for subscriptions you will not use.

Check your subscriptions

Bundled OTT subscriptions with your broadband plan can cost far less than paying for each app separately. Review what your plan includes before buying anything new.

Use the right devices

Smart TVs and streaming sticks deliver better picture quality than casting from a phone. Connect the main TV by Ethernet if possible, or make sure it has strong Wi-Fi signal.

Choose sensible quality settings

4K streaming looks fantastic on a large TV but uses much more data and bandwidth. For phones and tablets, HD is more than enough.

Prepare for guests

Relatives will want Wi-Fi as soon as they arrive. Set up a guest network with a simple password so your main network stays secure.

Download for travel

If you are travelling to your hometown, download episodes on Wi-Fi before leaving so you are not relying on patchy mobile data on the road.

Keep the kids safe

Set up children's profiles with age ratings so young viewers only see appropriate content, even when everyone is busy with celebrations.

Avoid the evening slowdown

If several people stream at once, pause large downloads and game updates until late night.

The bottom line

With the right plan, devices and settings, festive streaming can be smooth for everyone. UbiFi broadband plans with OTT bundles make it easy to watch more for less.

Learn more about OTT Entertainment Plans from UbiFi, or talk to our team.