[…]Mohu Leaf to perform the best time and time again. However, I was intrigued when Antop came out with their amplified HD Smart Bar antenna. It has some innovative mechanical and electrical design features that I had to check out. Could the reign of the Mohu Leaf be in jeopardy? What Is It? The Antop HD Smart Bar is a broadcast TV antenna. If your TV was made after 2006 (and it is truly a TV and not a “display”), you should be able to plug a TV antenna into your TV and get FREE high-definition broadcast TV, as long […]
[…]services like Sling TV give you a few channels for a fraction of the cost of full cable TV and with less hassle. So, here’s the rundown of how to watch sports without spending an arm and a leg for full-blown cable TV. Watch Local and Network Sports on Free Broadcast TV I always start with the free solutions, and free broadcast TV works great for a lot of people. If you live in a big city, then you can probably get all of the major networks plus local channels with a simple indoor antenna. This will enable you to get many […]
[…]And 60Hz up to 120Hz refresh rates. Not to mention QLED and OLED screens. And, they integrate with streaming apps and Alexa or Google Assistant. You might wonder if it’s worth replacing your old TV to get these features, given that new flat-screen TVs seem like a great bargain. I recently purchased a new 55″ Samsung QLED TV (QN5Q60T) to replace my 13-year-old 46″ Sony LCD TV. My Sony still worked great, but I gave it to my Mom to replace her 14-year-old LG which had finally started to die. While I was initially pretty excited about my new TV, […]
[…]to put an antenna on their roofs. Here are my hints and tips to help you get the most channels with your indoor antenna. 1. Experiment with Different Locations in Your Home More than any other factor, the location of your indoor antenna in the room has the biggest impact on the number of channels you can receive. The best locations to put a flat antenna like the Mohu Leaf are often against windows or outwardly facing walls. Start with these locations and run a baseline channel scan on your TV. I like to use adhesive tape to temporarily position the […]
[…]of free broadcast TV! So, I was super excited when I heard about the brand new generation 4 Tablo with NO subscription fee! Tablo has completely re-branded with a completely new logo and website, and white color instead of black. I rushed out and ordered it immediately! If you want the short version of my review – the Tablo 4th Gen is my new #1 pick for the best DVR for most people. Owners of the previous generation Tablo probably shouldn’t upgrade though, for reasons I’ll explain below. Note – this is NOT a paid endorsement for Tablo. I purchased […]
[…]did some of my broadcast TV channels disappear?” Usually, people think something is wrong with their antenna, but TV antennas are pretty simple devices, just a piece of metal basically (unless it is amplified). Usually, the antenna isn’t broken and it’s some other issue. If your channels disappeared after doing a re-scan, check out this article. 1. The TV Station’s Frequency Changed During the FCC “Re-Pack”. Here’s What to Do. The most likely culprit for losing a channel in 2020’s FCC “re-pack” is that the channel’s broadcast frequency changed. If you suddenly lose a channel, the first thing to try […]
[…]and four tuners, allowing you to record up to four shows at once. AirTV works in conjunction with the Sling app, but you don’t need a paid Sling subscription to use it; you can sign in for free. Note that SLING TV L.L.C. and AirTV L.L.C. are wholly owned subsidiaries of DISH Network Corporation. Although the AirTV 2 is a capable product, overall I recommend the Tablo Gen 4 for most people. If you want to be able to watch your recordings away from home, however, the AirTV 2 does that while the Tablo Gen 4 does not. Physical Design […]
[…]like fiber or 5G wireless home Internet. In this article, I’ll talk about my experience with Verizon 5G Home Internet, a wireless solution for home Internet access. Note, this is NOT the same as Verizon FIOS, which is a fiber optic cable solution. I want to stress that THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED POST! I paid for Verizon’s 5G Home Internet service myself because I wanted to find a cheaper, more reliable alternative to cable Internet and share the experience with y’all! What Is Verizon 5G Home Internet? With Verizon 5G Home Internet, you get your Internet access through an […]
