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Thankfully, streaming news is now easier than ever. The options are extensive, and make staying informed both easy and instantaneous. Interestingly, streaming cameras like the Hollyland VenusLiv Air, with its 4K30p and AI Tuning capabilities, make streaming your daily content live 24/7 to your audience without a hitch. But what if you want to check out what’s going on around the world when you have limited options?
So, whether you want news on the go, at home, or at work, this guide will show you how to stream news effortlessly.
Streaming News on Mobile Devices
Streaming news on mobile devices is a great option when you are on the move. Here are a few options for doing this:
Streaming Through News Apps
Most of the major news platforms have apps that allow you to stream their broadcast on your device. These streaming services can be free or subscription-based.
To stream through a news app:
Step 1 – Go to your app store (App Store or Google Play)
Step 2 – Search for news apps (BBC, Sky News, ABC, Fox News, CNN, etc.)
Step 3 – Download and install the app.
Step 4 – Launch the app and, if you need to, sign in, then click on “Watch” or “Live” to begin to stream live news.
Using Streaming Services
You can also choose to stream news through streaming services. Examples include Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV.
To stream through streaming services:
Step 1 – Download Hulu or your preferred streaming platform
Step 2 – Sign in or sign up and choose a subscription plan. You can start with the free trial.
Step 3 – On the home page, click on “Live Now” to see live programs. You can also search for your favorite news channel to stream directly from them.
Streaming Through Social Media
Almost every news station offers some level of news streaming on social media. The best social media platform to stream news on is YouTube. You can also stream on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).
To stream on YouTube or any of these other platforms:
Step 1 – Download YouTube or any other social media platform you prefer from your app store.
Step 2 – Install and launch the app.
Step 3 – For live streams, search for “Live News” to see a list of news platforms streaming news live.
Step 4 – For specific news or news platforms, search for the news topic or the platform name.
Streaming News on a Computer
Streaming from a computer gives you increased flexibility because you can choose from desktop apps, official websites, or free platforms accessible from your browser.
Using Free Streaming Platforms
You can stream news on your computer from a number of free streaming platforms. Examples include YouTube, Pluto TV, or Tubi TV.
To stream from Pluto TV:
Step 1 – Type pluto.tv into your browser to go to Pluto TV’s homepage.
Step 2 – At the top navigation bar, click on “Live TV” and choose the news platform you want to stream.
To Stream from Tubi TV:
Step 1 – Open your browser and go to tubitv.com
Step 2 – Click on “Live TV” or search for the news platform you want to stream.
Both Tubi and Pluto are free, but they are not available worldwide. YouTube, on the other hand, is available for free worldwide. Follow the same process for streaming news from YouTube on mobile devices.
Using Paid Options
Paid options like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and DirecTV Stream offer ad-free streaming, depending on the plan.
To stream news on your computer from YouTube TV:
Step 1 – Open your browser and type in tv.youtube.com to go to YouTube TV’s official website.
Step 2 – Sign in with your account details or sign up for the 10-day free trial.
Step 3 – After signing up, click on “Live” and choose the news channel you want to stream.
Note that YouTube TV is currently only available in the United States.
To stream on your computer from Hulu + Live TV:
Step 1 – Open your browser of choice and type hulu.com/live-tv to go to the homepage.
Step 2 – Sign in with your account details or sign up for a 3-day free trial.
Step 3 – Complete the process and click on “Live TV” to choose the news channel you want to stream.
Streaming Through Official Websites
Almost every news channel has a website where they offer both live and archived news videos. Visit the website of your favorite news channel and look for the “Live,” “Live TV,” “Watch Now,” or other similar phrases to watch their live news stream.
Streaming on Smart Televisions
Smart TVs offer us the ability to do many of the things we do on mobile devices on a bigger screen. These include streaming news.
To stream news using the pre-installed apps on your TV, search for any of the apps already discussed above, or look for any other news platform included in the built-in apps.
You can also download other news apps, some of which have already been discussed above, from the store. The setup process will often be the same with mobile devices.
Conclusion
We’ve looked at different ways to stream news, whether at home, in the office, or while on the go. Choose a method that works best for you and enjoy up-to-date news from your favorite news channel.
FAQ
Do I need a subscription to stream news?
Some services require a subscription, while others do not. Free platforms, like YouTube, Pluto TV, and Tubi TV, offer free news streaming.
Can I watch international news in my country?
Yes, you can watch international news from anywhere. Platforms like DW News, France 24, and Al Jazeera offer worldwide news coverage.
How can I get breaking news from my streaming apps?
Most streaming apps and platforms have push notification functions. Enable this, and you will receive a notification once any news goes live.
