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dlive.tv
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What is DLive?
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What is Lino Currency or Lino Points?
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What makes DLive great?
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Fresh Approach
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Exceptional Monetization
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User-intuitive app
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Rewards & creative setup
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Design
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Header
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Hero Section
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Recommended Section
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Content
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PewDiePie as an integral member
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Desktop/Mobile experience
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Plans & Pricing
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Suggestions I have for DLive
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Conclusion
dlive.tv
Overall, I really like DLive and I am definitely going to keep an eye on it.
I got to know DLive recently through a friend's post on Facebook. Given my interest in these streaming services, I didn't think twice before checking it out. My first experience with DLive was unique, to say the least. There was a massive difference from Twitch - DLive was more inviting and fresh. One of the best experiences was when a global mod - Cheech - jumped in and helped with 'Lino Points'? - the site's currency. Overall, I really like DLive and I am definitely going to keep an eye on it.
If you are new to DLive, I encourage you to stick around for our presentation today on this streaming service.
What is DLive?
I have tried the DLive application which provides a refreshing experience.
The graphics and overall system functioned amazingly well. The network didn't freeze and all the content, including videos and comments along with Lino tokens, worked fabulously. I have to say that the programming architecture of DLive is top-notch and is designed to help users manage broadcasts in the most convenient manner. Tokenization of content is a great way to earn money through streaming.
What is Lino Currency or Lino Points?
Lino Currency or Lino Points are an integral part of monetization on the DLive platform. Points are provided not just to the streamers but even viewers. Can you believe it? You can earn points by interacting with the streamers? It?s like actually getting paid for watching videos online. As a viewer, you don?t have to spend any money and you can watch your favorite streamers for free. Everything that matters on this platform is for you to stay active.
Your Lino points generally translate to a cryptocurrency on DLive. However, this cryptocurrency on DLive is worth $1.22 per point which is .22 more than the $1 on Twitch. Once you earn money, you can either cash out your points for more cryptocurrency, get it transferred to PayPal or invest them into the community by donating it to the users. What's astonishing is that you can even invest in DLive's stock by locking your earnings.
What makes DLive great?
After streaming on the platform for nearly a month, I learned that it is unique in that it does not have a billionaire CEO running it for profits. It is autonomous in the sense that people such as developers and streamers run this site. Thus, there is no huge corporation involved to take a major chunk of your earnings away. And thus, as a creator, you are able to keep a higher cut.
Fresh Approach
DLive is an excellent streaming platform that breaks from the traditional approach used by other platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Mixer. The platform looks fresh and the use of blockchain to store data is something that will set the standards for years to come. As more multinational streaming companies enter the market, DLive will have a place of its own and be considered a leading player in the industry.
Exceptional Monetization
As seen above, monetization is amazing, not just for content creators but for viewers as well. Everyone who engages on the network will earn something one way or the other. The Lino tokens are a great way to simplify the monetization process and bring about transparency. For instance, network registration costs One Lino.
User-intuitive app
Although the presence of a responsive website and a user-friendly app is not a significant deal, DLive still stands apart from everything that is out there. You can download the app on your iOS or Android device and as soon as you register yourself, you can watch broadcasts in real-time.
Rewards & creative setup
To earn rewards that come in the form of tokens, you need to register yourself via your email address and password (standard across major streaming networks). After registering, you will need to come up with a nickname based on Latin alphanumerical characters and verify using a picture.
Design
I am awestruck by the unique black and yellow color combination on the network. If you read my reviews, you know that I love black and grey base colors. DLive has a dark grey and black color combination which ticks the right boxes for me.
Header
The header on the website's left side has three options: Home, Browse, and Get the App. Near the right is a search bar, followed by login and sign up options. If you click on the ellipsis, you'll see six options in the drop-down menu--About, Community, Help, Contact, Legal, and Language.
Hero Section
The video player at the center of the website has a description of the streamer to its right. Alongside that is a row of four horizontal thumbnail bars which allow you to access other streams.
Recommended Section
I was able to find the top streaming creators in no time. If you have difficulties accessing the streaming, you can also use a magnifying glass and enter user data. Apart from that, you click the "Following" button to access the live stream from your favorite creators.
Most popular streamers, especially the well-known ones, block their Lin tokens which allows them to become network validators. Such investment ensures their participation in the management of the platform where they can actively assist in product development stage. Apart from this, major investors can also open their own premium services and make management decisions.
Content
Unlike other major streaming networks, DLive has a well-diversified list of categories. The eSports section has numerous games such as Counter-Strike, Dota2, World of Warships and GTA to name a few. Apart from games, users can also watch news, music and other broadcasts. The best part is that you don't need to register to access these broadcasts.
PewDiePie as an integral member
Streaming games, like PewDiePie, is a popular way to make money. Felix Kjellberg, the most popular YouTuber on the platform, streams on DLive and supposedly makes thousands if not millions of dollars on the network. He donates some of it back to the community, but he earns well as the revenue share is much less at 9.9% as compared to YouTube's 45%. Other streamers are paving way for new streamers and viewers to become a part of this platform.
Desktop/Mobile experience
When I first started using DLive, I had a difficult time understanding the network. However, I became familiar with it within a few days. My initial experience wasn't the best because of pixelated graphics and the average streaming quality. However, in recent times, it has improved and I'm expecting 720p at 60fps sooner rather than later. The maximum quality is set at 480P which has a lot of room for improvement.
Another issue I had with DLive was the bitrate. I wasn't able to figure out the best one for streaming. With Twitch, I can easily set it at 4200 and it works perfectly, however, with DLive I was constantly switching it between the 1000-2500 mark. I'm sure that the developers can work towards making this better and more specific.
Plans & Pricing
You can stream DLive.tv on the website or the app. If you want to become a member, you need to pay $1 which translates to less than a dollar. You can use Lino points to invest, donate, and buy stakes in the company.
Suggestions I have for DLive
I appreciate the hard work of the developers and all of the other people involved in this community. This is a important step forward in terms of creating a more independent future, made by the creators themselves and viewers alike. One suggestion I have is that the streaming quality be upgraded to 720p. As a content creator, I can afford to tweak my settings, but for a viewer, having just 480p quality is not good enough.
Conclusion
Whether you're a creator or a viewer, you definitely need to check DLive. Sure, it might not seem appealing or capable enough to hook you on your initial experience but it'll surely grow on you. Watch streams, connect with your favorite streamers, and earn money - that has to be the biggest motivation to stream on this network.
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