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Back when streaming TV services first came out, they were a great value compared to cable TV. But, just like cable, many streaming TV services started raising their prices. Over the years, some have become just as expensive as cable TV, especially ones that offer live TV. Nowadays, you can still put together a great package of shows to watch but you have to be smart about which services you pick if you want to save. Here are my top tips on how to save on the cost of streaming TV. 1. Use the Streaming Service Finder to find the […]
[…]but no promises! One caveat is that VHF signals are more difficult to receive (by most HD TV antennas) than UHF signals. So, even if a VHF station is “green”, you might not be able to receive it with an indoor antenna. Another factor you’ll have to consider is whether the TV signals in your area are all coming from the same direction or from different directions. In Los Angeles, all of the TV signals come from Mt. Wilson, so I can use a unidirectional antenna pointed in that direction. If the signals are coming from different directions in your […]
[…]flaky or that didn’t come in at all. So, I went out and purchased a big metal antenna, the Antennas Direct DB-4 from Solid Signal. This got me more channels, but I still wasn’t satisfied. Around that time, there was a lot of hoopla about a new flat antenna, the Mohu Leaf. So, I ordered one. When I tested it, I was totally blown away that this small flat antenna could get better TV reception than a bulky more expensive metal antenna! My Setup Today Since then, I’ve moved back to Santa Monica and continued testing antennas. But, the Mohu Leaf […]
If you love watching sports but don’t want to pay the exorbitant cost of cable TV, there are some great solutions now for watching ESPN, major league baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, and other sports for less than the cost of cable. Scaled-down TV subscription 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 […]
[…]and expensive streaming services with free broadcast TV and affordable and free streaming services tailored specifically to your needs. The techniques I present on this site are completely legal. Broadcast TV DVR Streaming TV Internet Cellular If you’re spending more than you’d like on cable, satellite, or streaming services, keep reading below. Many folks like me spend about zero dollars per month on TV entertainment. Lowering the Cost of Cable and Streaming TV The first part of the solution to the ridiculous cost of cable, satellite, and some streaming TV services is to use FREE broadcast digital TV using an […]
[…]to have as good a range in a two-story home as a dedicated Netgear router with three external antennas! If you live in a one-bedroom apartment or a single-story home, the built-in Wi-Fi router probably will be just fine for you. It will probably work in a lot of two-story homes as well. But, a lot of the low online ratings for Verizon Home Internet stem from complaints about the Wi-Fi range. Well, the built-in gateway router is not intended to be as good as a dedicated Wi-Fi router with external antennas that you can get at Best Buy. If […]
Here is a way to see if you can receive digital broadcast TV signals. You can do this even if you don’t have an antenna and don’t want to buy one right now. Note this is just a test, not a permanent set up! Before you start, type in your zip code into the Station Finder to see what channels are available in your area. If you got green or yellow channels, you can proceed. If you got only red channels or none, there are no broadcast TV signals in your area, and you won’t be able to use an antenna to […]
[…]to look for this. Ever since TVs first came out, they included a tuner that allowed you to connect antennas to them. Now suddenly, some don’t! Heck, I bet most people don’t even know what “tuner-free” means! They mention it like it’s an added feature instead of a missing feature! Bottom line, I think Vizio should make it more clear on their packaging and online description that these “displays” have no tuner and that you can’t watch free broadcast TV without buying more equipment. Another Example: Samsung’s “Smart Monitor Streaming TV” I recently noticed these Samsung “TVs” on Amazon: Depending on […]
[…]than others due to the location in your home. So, don’t go out and buy a whole bunch of antennas. Just get one, and confirm that it works with all of your TVs before getting an antenna for each TV. I recommend the Mohu Leaf. Method #2: One Antenna with Tablo or Other DVR Tablo is a whole-home DVR (digital video recorder) that works with your broadcast TV antenna. Plug your antenna in, and watch live and recorded TV on any TV in your home that is connected to a streaming player such as a Roku. It’s kind of like […]
[…]these type of cases have been around $3,000 per infringed work, although we have seen agreements detailing settlements of up to $14,000″ Here’s another article about downloaders being sued. While it’s unlikely you will be used, do you really 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 […]
Manufacturers are always looking for new features to add to their TVs. I recently got a new 2021 Samsung 55″ Q60T QLED TV to replace my thirteen-year-old Sony LCD TV (which is still going strong, by the way). I was blown away at some of the features Samsung packed into it. Here are some surprising things (good and bad) that my Samsung (and many other manufacturers’ modern TVs) can do. 1. Get more broadcast TV channels (using your antenna) The first thing I did when I got my new TV set up was to see how many broadcast TV channels […]
2022 Update: Unfortunately, the Amazon Fire TV Recast was discontinued in August of 2022. It’s too bad, because it had a slick user interface and was easy to set up, with its internal drive. You may be able to find one on eBay, but it’s unclear how long Amazon will support it. I’ll leave my review up in case you’re looking for a used model. Original Article The Amazon Fire TV Recast is Amazon’s broadcast TV DVR solution which lets you record live TV using your TV antenna. Unlike the Tablo, the Recast has its mass storage included inside the […]
[…]experimentation with antenna position to get all of the networks and local channels. I have flat antennas in two locations now: one in my skylight on my second floor, and one on the inside of my front door next to my TV. Some of the types of shows I watch for free on broadcast TV include the Olympics, the World Series, NFL football, Big Bang Theory, PBS, and local and national news. Oh, and re-runs of Star Trek (from the original series to Enterprise) on the awesome Heroes and Icons channel! Unfortunately, not everyone can receive this many channels (some […]
[…]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 is to re-scan for channels […]
It used to be that any streaming TV service was a no-brainer better deal than cable or satellite TV. Unfortunately, some streaming services are now just as expensive as cable! Yuck! But, it’s still possible to pay way less than cable if you pick your streaming services wisely (see below) and use an antenna if you need local channels. You can watch these on your computer or phone with an Internet connection or on your smart TV or streaming player like Roku or Amazon Fire TV. If you want a personalized recommendation of what streaming TV services are best for you based on the […]
