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6 January 2021

How do I watch Amazon Prime Video on DStv?

The DStv Explora Ultra comes with ready-to-use streaming apps Showmax, Netflix, Prime Video and more. Here's how to get Amazon's streaming service.

DStv has added global streaming service Amazon Prime Video to its recently launched DStv Explora Ultra decoder. DStv customers with a Prime Video membership can now access the entertainment service, ranging from movies and TV series, including Amazon Originals with a click of a button on the Explora Ultra.
Prime Video joins an impressive list of streaming services and apps available on the Explora Ultra, including Showmax, Box Office, Netflix, and Joox.

(Want to find out how to watch Netflix on the new Explora Ultra? Click here.)

Prime Video’s award-winning TV shows and movies includes leading Amazon Originals such as The Wilds S1, Homecoming, which starred Julia Roberts in Season 1 and Janelle Monáe in Season 2, The Boys, The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, Hanna, and Upload.

Here’s what’s coming to Prime Video this month.

How to access Amazon Prime Video on an Explora Ultra

Existing Amazon Prime Video customers: DStv customers who already have a Prime Video account simply open the app on the Explora Ultra’s homepage, sign in with their account details and start viewing.

New customers: Customers who wish to access Prime Video can open the app on the Explora Ultra’s homepage and they will be directed to sign up for an account on the Amazon site. They will be billed directly by Amazon.

About the Explora Ultra

  • The device offers built-in Wifi capabilities and supports Ultra 4K and Dolby Atmos for a clearer, more defined picture and sound quality.
  • The completely redesigned interface makes it easy to surf and choose content.
  • It offers integration of app-based streaming services including Showmax and now Amazon Prime Video.
  • The DStv Explora Ultra is priced at the recommended retail price of R2 499 for the standalone device and R3 699 including installation, available to purchase at participating retail stores, online, and on www.dstv.co.za.

What can I watch on the Explora Ultra?

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Vikings S6

Moffie (2019)

Moffie (2019)

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1-8

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1-8

Cobra Kai S1-3

Cobra Kai S1-3

Bridgerton

Bridgerton

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (2020)

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (2020)

Sound of Metal (2019)

Sound of Metal (2019)

Uncle Frank (2020)

Uncle Frank (2020)

Borat Subsequent Moviefilm (2020)

Borat Subsequent Moviefilm (2020)

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