What is StreamTV IPTV?

StreamTV is a premium IPTV service offering 20,000+ live TV channels, 136,000+ movies & series in up to 4K quality. It works on all devices including Smart TVs, Fire Stick, Android, iOS, and more.

How much does StreamTV cost?

StreamTV plans start at just $11.88 per month. All plans include access to 20,000+ channels, 136K+ VOD content, 4K streaming quality, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Does StreamTV offer a free trial?

Yes, StreamTV offers a free trial so you can test the service before committing. You can request a free trial directly on our website.

What devices are compatible with StreamTV?

StreamTV works on virtually all devices including Amazon Fire Stick, Android TV, Smart TVs (Samsung, LG), Apple TV, iOS, Android phones & tablets, Windows, Mac, and MAG boxes.

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Why Remote Workers Choose IPTV for Background News

Mar 21, 2025 5 min read StreamTV Team

Remote worker at a home desk with CNN streaming on a second monitor — Background news on your second screen — stay informed while you work.

Stay informed without leaving your desk. StreamTV runs CNBC, Bloomberg, BBC and 60+ news channels right on your second monitor — picture-in-picture, captions, and zero distraction — for just $11.88/month.

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News, markets, and music while you work. 24-hour free trial.

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Best Channels for Your Workday

Business News

CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox Business, Yahoo Finance — markets all day

World News

CNN, BBC World, Sky News, Al Jazeera, France 24, DW

Tech News

Bloomberg Tech, CNBC Tech, BBC Click, TechCrunch streams

Local News

All 50 US states + UK, EU regional channels

Music for Focus

Smooth Jazz, Lofi, Classical, Chillout audio channels

Light Background TV

HGTV, Food Network, Travel — perfect peripheral content

StreamTV vs Cable + Streaming Bundle

Feature	Others	StreamTV
Monthly price	Cable + streaming bundle: $80+	$11.88 flat
Run on 2nd monitor	Cable box only on TV	✓ Browser/app on monitor
Picture-in-picture mode	✗	✓ Native PiP support
Live business channels	Premium tier	✓ All included
Multi-device (desk, phone, TV)	Locked to one TV	✓ 5 streams
Mute & caption news	Manual setup	✓ One-tap captions

Setup in 5 Minutes

1Sign up — login arrives by email in minutes
2Open the StreamTV web player on your second monitor
3Pick CNBC, Bloomberg, or your favorite news channel
4Enable closed captions and mute audio if needed
5Resize the window or use picture-in-picture while you work

Why Remote Workers Love It

Live markets & breaking news without alt-tabbing

Picture-in-picture stays on top of any window

One-tap captions for silent monitoring

Switch to lofi or smooth jazz for deep focus

FAQ

Can I run IPTV on my second monitor while working?

Yes — StreamTV runs in any browser or desktop app, fully resizable with picture-in-picture support, perfect for keeping CNBC or Bloomberg open on a second monitor.

Does it support closed captions?

Yes — one-tap captions on news, business, and entertainment channels so you can watch silently while on Zoom calls.

How much bandwidth does background streaming use?

About 3-4 Mbps for HD news. Won't impact Zoom calls or video conferencing on standard broadband.

Is it cheaper than CNBC.com or Bloomberg subscription?

Yes — Bloomberg + CNBC + Fox Business subscriptions cost $50+/month combined. StreamTV gives all of them plus 24,000 channels for $11.88.

Your Newsroom, On Your Desk

$11.88/mo. CNBC, Bloomberg, BBC + 24,000 channels. Cancel anytime.

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