[…]seat, a leaky faucet, or whatever. How about fixing it today? You’ll be so happy when it’s done! One study actually determined that having a home in good working order can actually prolong your life! 4. Host board game night with your family or friends Board games are NOT just for kids or nerds (like me)! If you’re not into Settlers of Catan, there are plenty of easy and fun (and some risqué) party games for adults! Or, for more tame, mellow, entertainment, how about doing a 1000-piece puzzle? 5. Volunteer for something Few things in life are […]
[…]think the providers of these free, illegal services are concerned about your privacy? As I mentioned before, your IP address is being exposed, opening you up to future litigation if the service is subpoenaed. I don’t want to think about what they do with your personal information if you actually sign in to one of these sites. 7. You’re Stealing Whether you want to admit it or not, you’re stealing if you use these services. You can say it’s only a tiny amount, and the studios make huge profits and try to screw over consumers. It’s still stealing. Another way to […]
[…]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, after a few months the excitement wore off and I have to say that aside from the larger size, the new TV doesn’t really increase my enjoyment of watching TV that much. The bottom line is that if you’re happy with your current TV, you probably shouldn’t upgrade just for the sake of getting some new “feature of the week” or the latest type of display technology. Let me first discuss some cases […]
[…]sign in using a cable provider login. 3. YouTube Along with viewing broadcast TV using an antenna, I personally watch a lot of content on YouTube for free. Check out this article on how to find professional content on YouTube. You can watch YouTube on your TV using almost all of the set-top boxes and Chromecast (although searching on some of these devices is cumbersome). 4. Sony Crackle SonyCrackle.com is a website that offers free older movies. Yes, these are mostly “B” or “C”-level (or lower) movies, but there are a few gems in there. Most of the set-top boxes have […]
[…]started DisableMyCable.com to help people find free and cheap alternatives to cable TV. The Original Logo When my site achieved some significant popularity, I felt it was time to get a real, professionally-designed logo for it. The original logo was one that I simply made in Microsoft Word: For the longest time, I had it on my “to do” list hire a designer to create a new logo. I did eventually make a spec for it, but I never did find a designer. So, I figured I’d give it a try myself. My first sketch was this rather ambitious retro-inspired design: In […]
[…]of misunderstanding as to what it was, with many folks thinking it was a free replacement for traditional cable TV. It is not an exact replacement for cable. It allows you to watch some free content from the Internet (like YouTube) on your TV, as well as subscription content such as HBO Max, Netflix, and Hulu. Much of this paid content is cheaper than a cable TV contract and usually requires no long-term commitment. Let me emphasize, buying a Roku alone will not get you local and cable channels! Also, understand that the Roku itself is not a DVR; it […]
[…]apps for you to explore: If you want a selection of top movies and TV to watch, you’ll have to either subscribe to Netflix or purchase shows and movies from the iTunes store (top-release moves are around $4.99, compared to $3.99 on Amazon). If you don’t already have purchased movies on iTunes, then Amazon with Roku is a better choice, since the movies are cheaper. The new Apple TV also offers Sling TV, a $20-per-month service that offers ESPN, AMC, and other cable channels. This is not available on older Apple TV’s though. Apple AirPlay – Mirror Your Device to Your […]
[…]read on! What You’ll Need To Do It Yourself First of all, you’ll need a VCR (VHS or Beta, either will work). You’ll also need a computer. I used a Windows PC, but you can get a video capture device that works on a Mac. You’ll also need some RCA cables, usually colored white, red, and yellow. Often, these cables come with your VCR or TV. The one thing that you’ll have to buy is a USB capture device. One caveat before we go any further: computer video capture products are notoriously finicky. I had to try a bunch before […]
[…]and find them playing for free! Powered by My Recommended Free TV and Movie Sites Classics Original Content Broadcast Network Websites Many of the shows on these sites require cable TV login, but there are still some free shows available if you look carefully. Note, some of these sites are blocked on tablets and mobile devices, so use these on desktop for best results. Cable/Streaming Networks and Shows Note, many of the shows on these sites require cable TV login, but there are still some free shows available. Documentaries/Science/Tech News/Financial/Politics Chromecast Users Check This Box If you are using this page […]
