Comparison

My TV Channel vs DotsBoxes

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

My TV Channel

Features
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Turn your videos into a real TV channel that broadcasts 24/7. My TV Channel lets you create and watch linear television channels - just like traditional TV where everyone sees the same thing at the same time. Whether you want to launch a local community channel for your city or a thematic channel around your passion, you can start broadcasting in minutes. FOR VIEWERS Discover channels made by creators around the world: - Local TV Channels: Find community channels near you featuring local content, news, and events - Thematic Channels: Browse channels by topic - sports, music, cooking, gaming, travel, and more - True Linear TV: Experience synchronized viewing where all viewers watch together in real-time - Free to Watch: Most channels are free with occasional ads, just like traditional broadcast TV - Available Everywhere: Watch on iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV No account required to watch. Just open the app and start exploring channels. FOR CREATORS Launch your own TV channel without expensive equipment or technical knowledge: - Create Your Channel: Choose between local (geographic) or thematic (topic-based) channels - Upload Content: Import videos from your Photos, Files, or by link - Automatic Scheduling: Our system creates a 24/7 schedule from your content library - Get Your Own URL: Every channel gets a unique web address (yourname.localtvbroadcast.com) Pay as you grow. Start small and upgrade as your audience expands: STARTER - Perfect for trying out the platform - Upload and stream your first videos CREATOR - For growing channels - More upload capacity and streamed minutes PRO - Full HD 1080p output - Manual scheduling control - For serious creators STUDIO - High-volume streaming capacity BROADCAST - High upload and streaming capacity - For professional broadcasters Free trial available. See subscription options in the app. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create your channel and pick a name 2. Upload videos from your device, or import by link 3. Set video weights to control how often each plays 4. Your channel goes live automatically when you have enough content 5. Share your channel URL with the world, or just let people discover you from this app WHY LINEAR TV? Unlike on-demand streaming, linear TV creates shared viewing experiences. Your audience watches together, creating community around your content. This is how traditional TV built loyal audiences - and now you can do it too. SHARE CONTENT WITH OTHER CREATORS Discovered great local content? Share it with other channels. Build a community of creators who support each other. Download My TV Channel and start broadcasting today. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://localtvbroadcast.com/privacy Credits: Development: Sylvain Corvaisier skillfirst#ehvqinh

About

DotsBoxes

Features
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Dots & Boxes is the classic pencil-and-paper game, reimagined for your phone. Connect dots, claim boxes, and outsmart your opponent in this timeless strategy game. PLAY LOCAL • Two players, one device — pass and play • Choose your board size: Beginner (6Ɨ6), Intermediate (8Ɨ6), or Expert (10Ɨ8) • Great for quick games with family and friends PLAY ONLINE • Multiplayer with 2–8 players • Host a game and share your room code • Join friends instantly with their code • Real-time gameplay — no waiting, no lag SIMPLE RULES, DEEP STRATEGY Take turns drawing lines between dots. Complete a square to claim it and earn a point. The player with the most boxes wins. Easy to learn, satisfying to master. • Clean, classic design with a warm parchment-style look • Works great on iPhone and iPad • Free to play Whether you're playing on the couch or across the world, Dots & Boxes brings people together. Download now and start connecting.

Screenshots

My TV Channel4 screens
DotsBoxes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DotsBoxes at none against My TV Channel's 6. DotsBoxes also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. My TV Channel sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. DotsBoxes asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
My TV Channel versus DotsBoxes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy TV ChannelDotsBoxes
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.115.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSAS CorvaisierMuhammad Mohsin Mehdi

In-app purchases

6 purchases

My TV Channel

Subscriptions6
  • Starter$0.997 Days
  • Unlimited downloads$0.991 Month
  • Creator$4.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Pro$24.997 Days
  • Studio$49.997 Days
  • Broadcast$99.997 Days
None

DotsBoxes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is My TV Channel free?
My TV Channel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DotsBoxes free?
DotsBoxes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do My TV Channel or DotsBoxes have ads?
Neither My TV Channel nor DotsBoxes shows ads.

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