It is technologically better than DTH as:

- there is no disruption of service in bad weather.

- Interactive features ready

- enough bandwidth for carrying HD signals. So future proof.



Also, with Airtel IPTV, you can watch TV shows stored on Airtel's servers for the last 7 days. This is not possible with DTH unless you have a PVR like TataSky+ (which cannot store all the shows).



You can read woikr's review here: Airtel launches IPTV services in India | woikr

^ And in practically Airtel IPTV is worst than DTH in terms of picture quality, audio quality and software interference. I have used Airtel IPTV and currently using Airtel DTH (Mega Pack)

Its one of the best services better than DTH as I heard data is moved both ways. (not in DTH).



I wont recommend going for IPTV right now, wait for HD content to come over and they'll have new boxes very soon.

Originally Posted by virus32win

^ And in practically Airtel IPTV is worst than DTH in terms of picture quality, audio quality and software interference. I have used Airtel IPTV and currently using Airtel DTH (Mega Pack)

There is no real difference in PQ, they both are directing you SD quality in MPEG4. PQ and content for both are same but the medium is different.



If the broadband usage at one's home is decent, IPTV is more value for money than DTH. Also IPTV offers more features currently than DTH.

^ what more features may i ask?

well i have airtel's IPTV and i would definitely recommend it!!



good features for good price. i have hardly had any problems with the connection.



the only that bugs me( its not even a problem), is that there's always a slight delay or lag while browsing through the menus...

I have seen at my friend's place and its good. And if someone need broadband landline and tv. Its best ever combo