beIN SPORTS CONNECT, iQIYI & TVBAnywhereplus Apps are now on Astro Ultra Box
In line with its vision to become Malaysia’s number one entertainment and streaming destination, Astro has launched beIN SPORTS CONNECT, iQIYI and TVBAnywhere+ apps on Ultra Box, allowing customers to stream more LIVE global sports events and their favorite Asian entertainment including Korean dramas and movies, Chinese and Hong Kong, local favorites as well as anime on their TVs starting today.
Euan Smith, CEO of TV, Astro said, “As a leading aggregator in Malaysia, we welcome beIN SPORTS CONNECT, iQIYI, and TVBAnywhere+ to our Ultra Box, joining global streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+ Hotstar. More than 600,000 Ultra and Ulti Box customers can stream the biggest TV shows, popular local content and live sports all in the same place without leaving the Astro interface, providing a seamless and enjoyable entertainment experience.”
beIN SPORTS CONNECT
Known as the Home of Sports, Astro is excited to add the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app to the Ultra Box for sports fans that brings major European football leagues such as the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League LIVE and on-demand in addition to over 3,000 hours of sports events live tennis including the ATP Cup and the Laver Cup. Starting today, customers with a Sports subscription that is part of their Astro TV Pack will be able to access all content on beIN SPORTS CONNECT on the TV screen via the Ultra Box or on the mobile app for an ‘on-the-go’ viewing experience.
iQIYI
As the ‘Home for Asian Entertainment’, iQIYI offers a variety of exciting Chinese dramas including Love Like the Galaxy, starring popular talents Wu Lei and Zhao Lusi and iQIYI’s exclusive local melodrama starring Fasha Sandha, Afieq Shazwan and Aidil Aziz, Rampas Cintaku; popular Japanese anime series such as One Piece; as well as follow the best local dramas such as 7 Hari Mencintaiku 3, Kerana Aku Isteri Bidanan and Cukup Derita Itu.
Between now and 20 December 2022, Astro customers can sign up for a VIP Standard or VIP Premium subscription and enjoy exclusive offers for just RM4.90 for the first month* and enjoy great savings of RM8.90 (RRP RM11.90) and RM12.90 (RRP RM17.90) and stream up to four (4) devices simultaneously for the following month. Register iQIYI now at www.astro.com.my/iqiyi .
TVBAnywhere+
Hong Kong (TVB) drama fans can now stream over 40,000 hours of the biggest Chinese entertainment on the TVBAnywhere+ app on Ultra Box, alongside the mobile app. The TVBAnywhere+ app offers a variety of content ranging from the latest drama series, variety shows, evergreen classics and unlimited original TVB content such as crime dramas, Against Darkness, funny variety shows, Super Trio Returns, supernatural reality shows, Ghost Bushwhacker and infotainment programs that discuss hot topics, Scoop.
Easy Steps to Access New Apps
To access “iQIYI”, “beIN SPORTS CONNECT” or “TVBAnywhere+” on the Ultra Box, press the “Home” button on the Astro remote control. Under the “Apps” rail, select the apps you want to access (depending on your Astro Pack). Follow the on-screen steps to log in using your Astro ID with a mobile device and connect your account with your Ultra Box. Once done, you will have instant access to entertainment content full of your taste!
Enjoy even more savings when you access this app on Ultra Box when you sign up for our TV package offer by visiting astro.com.my/tv .
source – Media statement
