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[…]and be careful about data limits that could really raise the cost. 9. Use Old-School Dialup Internet for Free There are some Internet providers like Net Zero and Juno that give ten free hours of dialup access (remember that screeching noise when connecting?) per month. Obviously, these services are going to be slow because they are dial-up, and they have big ads that make them even slower. They can be hard to connect to during peak times. Canceling can be a bit of a pain, sometimes requiring a phone call. But, if you really can’t afford anything else, these services […]
[…]area, as well as what direction they are coming from. Click on “Choose an antenna”. Over-the-Air Digital TV Site – has some great information on TV signals, terrain masking, and attenuation of TV signals through various materials. FTAList.com – information on free satellite TV (not Dish or DirecTV, but free satellite channels from around the world). Titan TV – free online TV channel guide, including broadcast TV guides for your area! (In the “Channel Lineup” area, click “ADD”, then click “Broadcast” and enter your zip code). tvfool.com – has great TV reception maps and signal locators, and a very good but highly technical forum. If […]
[…]try to debug it with their customer service; it probably won’t help. Do not cancel your previous Internet provider when you order Verizon 5G Home Internet. Keep it for at least the first 30 days of having 5G. Are there any hidden fees? I have not encountered any. I pay exactly $50/month for my plan (which is grandfathered in at 300 Mbps), with auto-pay. I didn’t have any activation fees either. Is it a good deal? For me, it was a lot cheaper than cable. I was paying $80/month for cable so I’m saving $30/month. The coax cable in my […]
[…]Internet-connected devices like Ring cameras won’t work during that time. If you want to use an Internet-connected timer, just be aware that it will lose Internet access when it shuts off your gateway, so make sure it works without Internet! 6. Do a Factory Reset Honestly, I haven’t found many cases online where this solved the reboot problem, but doing a factory reset is a necessary part of debugging any processor-driven product. It’s easy to do, and it can solve the problem where your gateway stops working altogether. Give it a try. All you have to lose are your settings, […]
[…]out my recommended free streaming services. I’ve assembled the best streaming TV services on the Internet and put them on one easy-to-use page – your Internet “Remote Control”! Your smart TV has many streaming services built in. Or, you can buy an inexpensive streaming media player to watch services like Netflix, Hulu, Sling on your TV. These all require an Internet connection. There are many streaming devices available, including Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Chromecast. But the one that I am recommending for most people is Roku. It offers the most channels, voice search across many content providers, and headphone output, all at a reasonable price. Read […]
[…]5G wireless. We’ll see what happens, but I’m betting that 5G will be more reliable than cable Internet. My cable Internet would go down at least a few times a year, for a few hours at a time. I don’t blame the cable company for that though; it’s just the nature of physical cables that they are prone to breakage if a tree knocks down a telephone pole, or whatever. And It takes time for the cable company to find the fault, and send a truck out to fix it. A few hours of downtime is pretty good. Another thing […]
[…]So, I found it necessary to plug in my trusty Netgear Wi-Fi router into my Verizon 5G Home Internet gateway. The Easy Way Technically, you could simply plug your router into one of your Gateway’s Ethernet ports. As long as the Wi-Fi names on your router are set to different values than your Gateway, that setup should work for everyday web browsing. But, that means your Gateway is unnecessarily transmitting a Wi-Fi signal. It’s best to turn off Wi-Fi on your cube by accessing the Gateway at //192.168.0.1 and turning off both 5GHz and 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi. I actually used my […]
[…]a necessary feature of any 5G home internet system. Unfortunately, the web portal for Verizon 5G Internet Gateway models that begin with ASK-NCQ1338 (see the bottom of your unit for your model number) with firmware version 222656 do not display signal strength. If you have an ASK unit with version 3.2.0.21 or later, this hack is not necessary. To see signal strength with that firmware, go to Advanced -> System -> System Status, the scroll down to Modem where you can see values for 4G LET Signal Strength and 5G Signals Strength. How to See Signal Strength in the ASK-NCQ1338 […]
[…]time during large storms. And I haven’t even mentioned the possibility of a large-scale cyber attack bringing down the Internet, something that is definitely possible. Therefore, I think it’s a good idea for those who have strong TV signals in their area to have a TV antenna, which you can use to get the latest news, as well as important information from the government during disasters via the Emergency Alert System (formerly the Emergency Broadcast System). I know that not everyone can get broadcast TV, unfortunately. Many folks have weak TV signals which are pretty flaky. But if you live […]
[…]switch between cable and satellite to take advantage of their introductory offers. 9. Switch to an Internet-Based Service Internet streaming services like Sling TV and Hulu with Live TV are offering many of the same channels as satellite and cable for less cost. Read more about these here or check out Sling TV below. Hope these ideas will help you save on your next cable or satellite bill! Give us your ideas, or tell us about your experiences below! – […]
[…]Roku, and other set-top boxes, a real computer will have access to completely free video on the Internet like Hulu (which is free, as opposed to Hulu Plus, which you have to pay for), the network websites, and more. So, recycle that old computer! Personally, I love doing this because the selection of free TV on the Internet is huge. Your DVD/Blue Ray Player In the age of instant video, it’s easy to forget about DVDs. Did you know that your public library probably stocks a wide range of DVDs that you can borrow for free? How about swapping DVDs […]
[…]broadcast TV stations and don’t have cable or satellite TV. Many of these require high-speed Internet. Here are some tips to reduce the cost of your Internet access. Can you think of any other ideas? Please share below! – […]
[…]want to take that chance? Is it really worth saving $5 or $6 to rent it? 3. You Could Lose Your Internet Provider Internet providers like Comcast may suspend your Internet service if you repeatedly violate the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. What does that mean? From their website: our customers and users may not store any material or content, or access, share or distribute any material or content using Xfinity Internet services, in any manner that constitutes an infringement of third-party copyright rights. If you don’t comply after repeated notifications, they can suspend your account. 4. You’re Not Only a User, but […]
[…]TV, but they can go a long way to replace cable, especially if you’re willing to pay for an Internet streaming service like Hulu, Netflix, Sling TV, etc. Please also note that these boxes don’t record. If you want recording capability, check out my page on DVRs that you can use with an antenna. My Quick Recommendation: Roku These are all good boxes, but my recommendation for most folks is Roku. It has the most channels, a handy voice search feature, and headphone output on the remote. Amazon Fire TV is also good, and a lot of folks swear by it. Chromecast is good for more geeky […]
[…]you can still use your laptop to do other things. You can open other browser windows, surf the Internet, or do whatever you would normally do on your laptop. You just sacrifice one browser window for Chromecast. iPad/iPhone Compatibility While you’ll get access to the most content using a laptop or desktop with Chromecast, I also wanted to make sure it worked with and Apple iPad. For an iPad or iPhone, you have to install the Google Home app and the Chromecast app. After I did that, I was able to watch YouTube video using Chromecast, but not much else. […]
[…]carrier if you are looking to switch cell phone service, or if you’re considering wireless home Internet service, or if you already have wireless home Internet and you want to optimize the placement of your gateway. About Cellmapper Cellmapper.net is the tool that I recommend to find cell towers near you. It uses crowd-sourced data to generate a map showing cell signal strength and tower locations. Anyone with an Android phone can get the Cellmapper app to help gather data. The site is completely free to use, but since it is crowdsourced, there is no guarantee of 100% accuracy. It […]
[…]free. There are tons of channels, but these are not the same as cable TV channels Roku requires an Internet connection and Wi-Fi. There is no Ethernet connector on the Roku Express+. Out of the current Roku lineup, only the Roku Express+ 2018 model has composite outputs which will work with old tube TVs. Be sure to get the “Express+”, not the “Express”, AND, be sure it is the 2018 edition which shows the red, white, and yellow cables on the box. The newer version will NOT work with your tube TV (yes, this is very confusing on Roku’s part). Competitors such as […]
[…]channels. Note that really old iPhones, iPads first-gen, and Macs made before 2011 don’t support Airplay. But all recent Apple devices do. Overall, Airplay is a killer feature, and it’s the one reason that I still use my Apple TV, even though I usually use a Roku. The Verdict I recommend Apple TV if you are a big fan of Apple’s ecosystem. Otherwise, Roku has more apps, is cheaper, and has Airplay! Amazon Fire TV Stick is a good option as well. A lot of folks (including me) have an Apple TV for Airplay and a Roku (or Amazon Fire TV) for the apps. I hope […]
[…]the cost of Internet access (as well as cell phone service). I personally switched from cable Internet to Verizon 5G Home Internet, saving $30 per month! Interestingly, the phrase “Disable My Cable” fits in this context as well! For my mobile phone service, I switched to Mint Mobile, saving $40 per month! About Me I love tinkering with technology and sharing tips on how to spend less money on TV content, Internet access, and cellular plans! I have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena. I worked as an electrical engineer for over […]
[…]tips you’ve found to save money on your cell phone bill in the comments below! Want to save on Internet access? Read this […]
