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[…]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 condo was bad, so it’s also faster than my cable, though it may not be for you. Is it easy to set up? It’s super easy to set up and get Internet access working. It’s basically plug-and-play. Setting up your account and auto-billing (to get the monthly $10 discount) on the Verizon website is […]
[…]Internet forums and social platforms is that the gateway cube will lose Internet connection, requiring a reboot to restore, or will reboot itself. For me, this happens a few times a month, max, so not a big deal. But for others, it happens once a week, once a day, or even every few hours, which is completely unacceptable! While I don’t have a magic fix for every situation, here are some tips that have helped folks with this problem. 1. Reposition Your Gateway This is easy to do and a good number of people online said this helped. Try moving […]
[…]was stupidly easy. I plugged in power and waited for it to boot up and configure. When it was done, I connected an Ethernet cable from the gateway to my computer and used the web app to set up my Wi-Fi network name and password. Voila! I was up and running in minutes! Wow! You can also set up the box via Wi-Fi using the settings printed at the bottom of the unit. Aside from the quick start card, no manual was included with the unit. But you can download the manual for the ARC model or for the ASK […]
[…]own Wi-Fi router to get better range. In my case, the Verizon Gateway’s built-in Wi-Fi was sufficient for both floors of my condo, but it didn’t reach my outdoor Ring cameras. 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 […]
[…]the ASK-NCQ1338 Internet Gateway with Firmware Version 222656 Fortunately, someone on Reddit publicized a harmless website hack that will enable you to see your gateway’s signal strength. This is because the signal strength bar graph is actually being sent to the web portal, but it is hidden by CSS code for some unknown reason. This hack works with firmware version 222656 only. By navigating to the web portal and entering some code to remove the “hide” class from the bar graphs, you can unmask the signal strength meters! Here’s how to do it. Armed with these meters, you can now […]
I started using indoor TV antennas in 2010 when I first canceled my cable service in Providence, RI. Since then, I’ve moved to Los Angeles and have amassed a collection of different types of indoor antennas. I figured it was time to re-test my TV antennas to make sure I’m still recommending the best ones. After all, what worked well in Providence might not work well in Los Angeles, right? The Antennas So, here’s what I’m calling the “great antenna shootout”. I’ve taken a representative selection of different types of indoor TV antennas and tested them in my condo. These […]
[…]#1: A Separate Antenna for Each TV The easiest thing to do is to just have a separate indoor antenna (like the Mohu Leaf) for each TV. The problem with this is that some of your TVs might be on the side of the house that is away from the TV stations. Perhaps one of your TVs is in the basement, where reception might be bad. If you have strong signals in your area (enter your zip code into the Station Finder to see), you still might be able to get all of the channels you want everywhere in your home, […]
[…]your zip code, select your local area by checking one of the boxes, hit “Save” and you’re done! You can repeat the process if you are close to two broadcast areas. The next time you visit this site, your settings will be there. Voila! Your broadcast TV guide! How to Use Your Antenna with Multiple TVs What if you want to feed your antenna signal to multiple TVs? You have several options. You can use one antenna per TV (kind of a pain), get a distribution amplifier to distribute the signal to each TV from one antenna, or use a […]
[…]mode and go do something else for 30 minutes (or you can stay and watch the progress). When it’s done, step through all of the channels using your remote, and write down all of the channels it found. Pick a channel that is coming in intermittently and adjust the antenna until it comes in consistently. Re-check your other channels to make sure they are still OK. Then do a re-scan to see if you TV can find more channels. If so, record them. Repeat steps 2-3 a few times (until you don’t get any new channels). At the end, you […]
[…]Telephone/internet poles go down all of the 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 […]
[…]you got a lot of green channels, congratulations! You should be able to use a simple non-amplified indoor antenna and get most of those channels, if not more! Check out my recommended indoor antennas below. If you didn’t get any green channels, and just got yellow or orange ones, you probably need an outdoor antenna (in your roof or attic), possibly with an amplifier. Skip ahead to my recommended outdoor antennas. If you didn’t get any channels at all, or just got orange ones, you are probably too far away from the transmitter towers to get good reception. Try some of these streaming […]
[…]another position, the lower channels would be good, but the upper ones would be bad. If you’ve done your own antenna experiments, you know what I’m talking about. I was getting desperate, even considering an outdoor antenna, when I tried something crazy: putting the antenna on the inside of my front door. This gave a tremendous improvement in reception! My front door is further out than my windows, so it has a more direct line of sight to the transmitters. Plus, it’s solid wood with no metal, unlike my double-paned windows with metal screens. The lesson from this is to go […]
[…]these results with other amplifier models. Basically, they don’t hurt, but they don’t help either. So, if you live in an area with medium TV signals (i.e., if you’re 15 to 20 miles away from your transmitters), then an amplified indoor antenna is probably not worth the additional cost. An outdoor antenna will get you the most channels. Stick with a non-amplified indoor antenna like the Mohu Leaf if you can’t set up an outdoor or attic antenna. If You Have Weak TV Signals… If your TV signals are weak (i.e., yellow or red in the Station Finder), then your […]
[…]really helped me, in order to save you some time and money. Amplifiers Might Not Help As I mentioned above, I only recommend powered (amplified) antennas for those who live really far away from transmitters. But, if you live in a big city with strong stations, an amplified antenna might not help. They can perform worse than non-powered antennas when strong signals are present. If you don’t believe me, read the reviews online. The people who got no improvement (or worse performance) were probably too close to the transmitters. Don’t Buy a Whole Bunch of Antennas Also, please avoid purchasing […]
If you follow my site, you know that I’m a big fan of the Mohu Leaf flat indoor antenna. It gives me over one hundred channels here in Los Angeles. One day, reader Philip asked me what was inside the Mohu Leaf antenna. Hmmm, good question! From all of my antenna testing, I happened to have an old Mohu Leaf Plus. This is an older amplified version of the Mohu Leaf. It’s ideal for a tear down because it was made of laminated paper instead of all plastic like they are now. The Tear Down The first thing I did […]
[…]my top ten tips to get more channels: Here are links referenced in the video: For more tips, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/antenna-tips For the Station Finder, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/station-finder/ For more information on antennas and cables, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/antennas/ For more information on amplifiers, visit https://www.disablemycable.com/blog/are-amplified-indoor-antennas-better/ Hope this was helpful! Please leave your comments and questions below. – […]
[…]the Leaf 50 which looks exactly the same except that it has a power cable and a built-in amplifier, which is hidden inside the connector area. Testing the Leaf I was eager to put the Leaf 30 and Leaf 50 through their paces. How could these compete with a big bulky antenna many times its size? I picked four different locations in my apartment to give a variety of results under different signal conditions. Here are the number of channels that each antenna “found” in each of the four locations (a bigger number is better!): Location Rabbit Ear DB4 Mohu […]
[…]were mandated), you won’t be able to watch modern broadcast TV using just an antenna. You’ll either have to buy a new TV, or buy a digital TV converter box (also called a tuner box) in order to get free TV using an antenna. Converter boxes run about $30 to $50. Consider These Points Before You Buy a Converter Box The cost of new flat screen TVs has come down so much that you might want to consider just buying a new TV if you can afford to spend a little more. Here are some reasons why: Whatever you decide, […]
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 […]
[…]TiVo iPhone App Next, I installed the TiVo app on my iPhone. When I tried to log in, I would get either a Sign In Error or a spinner that would go on forever.? Inexplicably, when I tried logging in the next day I was able to get in with no problem. Perhaps the phone needed rebooting? The channel guide on the app is very similar to the TV version. However, when you click on a show to watch it, the app makes you “record and watch” it (as if you had pressed the record button for this show). I’m […]
People ask me all of the time how they can improve their indoor antenna reception. The first thing I do is refer them to my Tips for Better TV Reception with Your Indoor Antenna. But, there are cases when even after following these tips, an indoor antenna just can’t pick up the weak signals in the area. One solution may be to use a rooftop or attic antenna. But, that may not be possible if you live in an apartment (unless your landlord agrees) or just don’t want the hassle and expense of routing coax cable to the roof and installing […]
[…]tests, it’s basically a tie, but that’s actually quite a feat for the HD Smart Bar. As I mentioned, most other antennas I’ve tried didn’t perform as well as the Leaf, especially amplified antennas. Should You Get It? In every case, an outdoor antenna will get you more channels than an indoor antenna. But, for various reasons, not everyone can install an outdoor TV antenna. If you’re looking to buy an indoor antenna for the first time, and you live in or near a large city, the Mohu Leaf is probably your best bet, at least to start with. The […]
[…]plug an antenna right into it and start getting free broadcast TV. Most modern TV’s can take either cable TV or broadcast TV input. They both plug into the same coax jack. No external box needed to try an antenna. If you have a smart TV, it will be able to connect to the Internet and get low-cost video services like Hulu or Sling TV, eliminating the need for a Roku or Apple TV. Check your TV’s manual. If you have an old tube type of TV, all is not lost, but you’ll have to buy a converter box to […]
[…]of your TVs! 2. Getting More Channels Due to Better Antenna Placement Using one of the DVRs I mentioned above also gives you a lot more flexibility on where you can put your antenna without having to run a lot of coax cable in your home. For example, you could stick your antenna in your attic and attach it to a Roku one foot away. Otherwise, you’d have to run a long cable to your TV from your attic. Or, put your antenna closer to your TV, which might not be optimal for reception. 3. Discovering New Content The channel […]
These are the free broadcast channels that I receive and watch in Santa Monica, CA using my indoor antenna. I’m not including foreign language channels, duplicate channels, home shopping channels, and other stations I’m not interested in. Channel Call Sign HD Description 2.1 CBS Yes CBS network 2.2 Decades Oldies like “Lost in Space” 4.1 NBC Yes NBC network 4.2 COZI Oldies like “Miami Vice” 5.1 KTLA Yes CW network 5.2 Antenna TV Oldies like The Tonight Show 5.3 This Old movies 7.1 ABC Yes ABC network 7.2 LiveWell Yes Food and lifestyle 7.3 LAFF Old comedies 9.1 KCAL Yes […]
[…]tuner-free. Most households commonly stream or watch live TV from cable and satellite boxes – neither of which requires a tuner, so you shouldn’t notice any differences in setup. Now if you use an external antenna to watch free local channels, you will need to get a separate tuner adapter to connect your antenna to your display. Everything they say here is true, but this statement is buried way down on their site. If you look on Amazon, it’s really hard to tell that this “TV” has no tuner! Plus, few people will know to look for this. Ever since […]
[…]that I could find was in 2011, continuing all the way up to 2019. Unfortunately, no one mentioned exactly which Stick model they had. How to Test Your Stick If you want to check for this problem, first unplug your Stick and check your TV reception, especially the flaky channels. Then, plug your Stick in and watch a program on it to make sure it is running, then switch back to antenna. Compare your TV reception to the first run. If there is a channel you lost after you plugged in your Stick, unplug it (or put it in sleep […]
[…]Monica TV Repair to get an estimate on the fix. I described the problem to them, and the technician asked me, “is it stuck on channel 5.1?” I was astonished that he could know this without me mentioning it!! He said he had five other calls about this. All I needed to do was unplug the antenna, then turn on the TV. I tried it and “voila!” it was fixed!! I was able to change the channel, then re-connect my antenna, avoiding channel 5.1 this time. I had control over my TV again! Of course, he said I’d have to […]
[…]than you can get with free broadcast (Over-The-Air) TV. But I thought this picture quality was ridiculously bad! I snapped a photo of the local ABC station’s logo, then went home and did the same on my own TV (of similar size and type, and in the same city) using an indoor TV antenna. Here are the results. Direct Comparison Use the slider to compare the image from satellite (left) and broadcast TV (right): Notice how jagged the curves and letters are on left. The “abc7.com” text is especially crappy. The signal is coming from the satellite box’s HDMI output […]
[…]in your area. You should be able to get most of the green and yellow channels using a good indoor antenna. Click on the station’s call letters to see what direction the signal is coming from on the map to help you orient your antenna. THE RESULTS OF THE STATION FINDER ARE BASED ON THE FCC DATABASE AND DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO RECEIVE ALL OF THE CHANNELS LISTED. If That Site Is Down, Use This Alternative If the link above doesn’t work (sometimes the FCC Site goes down), enter your zip code into the Transmitter Locator […]
[…]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 box, making for a cleaner setup – no USB external hard drive to mess with! Recordings can be made or viewed from any TV in your home that is attached to an Amazon Fire TV stick or box, or your smartphone (but not a web browser, unfortunately). It’s […]
[…]TV❯❯ or YouTube TV. And, you don’t get the network stations on your Roku for free either. You have to pay for a service such as CBS All Access (or use an antenna connected directly to your TV). At the end of the day, many people can find the content they are happy with using a Roku or other Internet-connected device, for much less than the cost of cable TV, but there may be some shows that can only be seen live on cable/satellite. Q: Does a Roku require an antenna? A: No, Roku gets its content from your home Internet […]
[…]grow. For more details, check out this great explanation from The Antenna Man. The solution is to either purchase an external tuner or a new TV. 5. The TV Station Went Away Sometimes TV stations go away completely. This happened to a few stations here in Los Angeles, where the FCC allowed TV stations to auction off their spectrum to wireless providers. Usually, these are higher-numbered not-as popular stations as opposed to the major networks. Google the station’s call letters to see if you can find out what happened. Unfortunately, there’s not much you can do about this. 6. Your […]
[…]an easy way to temporarily give your TV the best possible reception during the scan. When done, bring your antenna back inside. Once your antenna is back to its normal location, you may not be able to tune all of the channels, but at least they will be in your TV’s memory so you can experiment with your antenna position. 4. Update Your TV’s Firmware Another thing you can try is to update your TV’s firmware (i.e., the software that runs inside your TV), especially if it is an older TV. Check your TV manufacturer’s website for any updates. Sometimes […]
[…]4 DVR. I’m keeping this older article up for those who have the previous generation Tablo. Original Article The Tablo records broadcast TV from your TV antenna; it won’t record cable TV or streaming apps. For most Tablo models, you’ll need a Roku or other streaming player to watch your recordings. The newer models have HDMI output so you can plug them directly into a TV. Tablo works in the United States and Canada. What is Tablo? Tablo is a digital video recorder (DVR) for broadcast TV. You plug your TV antenna directly into it and it records TV shows […]
[…]connect to the Internet, so the channel guide is not as slick as with the other units I’ve mentioned. Also, the user interfaces are not as refined. You can’t watch one channel while recording another. But, these are SO much cheaper than the other options, it may be worth looking at if you’re willing to tolerate these shortcomings. We tolerated much worse when we were using VHS VCRs! On the upside, you can take the hard drive from this unit and plug it into your computer and watch the recordings that way. You can’t easily do that with the Tablo […]
[…]is also a channel guide view similar to what other DVRs offer: It’s simple and gets the job done. I like how it displays the channel number, and not just the station logo like some other DVRs do. At this point, I was super impressed! Setting up the tuner and watching live TV were almost effortless, not even requiring me to initiate a channel scan! Unfortunately, the same can’t be said about the DVR functionality. DVR Setup: No Included Documentation! First of all, there was no mention of DVR functionality in the included quickstart guide of my FLEX DUO (perhaps […]
[…]good TV reception even from very far away. As informative as these maps are, however, they are limited because they do not take into account buildings, trees, and other features that might block your signals. New York City looks great “on paper”, but if a skyscraper is between you and the TV tower, you could be in bad shape. This is why it’s so hard to predict how many channels you’ll be able to get. Someone who is 70 miles away might get better reception than someone who is 10 miles away, due to the terrain or objects blocking the […]
[…]4! Lowering the Cost of Internet Access and Cell Service Now that so many people have abandoned cable and satellite TV, cable companies have jacked up the price of Internet access. Fortunately, now there are alternatives to residential cable TV providers that offer the same or better service and lower prices! I’ve cut my monthly cable bill from $80 to $50 by switching to 5G Home Internet: Similarly, I was paying $55 per month for my cell phone service. At the time I thought it was a pretty good deal. Then, I found a carrier that got me more monthly […]
After years of rising costs for Internet access, I believe we are at a point where prices will stabilize due to new technologies like fiber and 5G home Internet. If you live in or near a big city, I believe you shouldn’t be paying more than $50 per month for unlimited high-speed internet. If you’re paying more than that, keep reading for ways to save. 1. Check out 5G Home Internet It’s only available in a select list of major cities, but if you’re on cable Internet now, you might be able to increase your bandwidth and lower your costs. […]
[…]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 cheapest service There are so many streaming services out there […]
[…]cable TV customer all of my adult life, paying just $34/month in 2009 for cable TV. That sounds ridiculously low now, but that’s how much cable TV cost back then, and it seemed reasonable to me. In 2010, I moved to Providence, RI, where the cost was $52/month for basic cable. I paid it and figured, “well, that’s just the cost of getting TV”. More and more, however, I realized that I wasn’t getting good TV. I was surfing through the channels over and over looking for good TV. Then, my 6-month “introductory cable rate” went up to $57/month. Sure, it […]
[…]DVR, and so forth. If you can live without these, cut ‘em. Are you paying to get cable on additional TVs in your home that could be using an antenna? Do you really still need a landline when you are also paying for a cell phone? See if eliminating it will lower your bill (on the other hand, sometimes keeping services will actually result in a lower bill, see below). With Internet access, there are often unpublicized cheaper plans if you can accept slower download speeds. I know that doesn’t sound appealing, but going from 30Mbps to 20Mbps is not […]
[…]that stands vertically. The box includes a wall-wart power supply and quick start guide. As I mentioned, you need to supply a USB hard drive to do any recording. The AirTV 2 box has ventilation holes near the bottom and at the top of the unit. I like this design because it allows cool air to flow in from the bottom and exit out the top. Setup If you’ve ever set up a Ring doorbell on Wi-Fi, the process is very similar to setting up the Air TV 2 on Wi-Fi. First, you need to install the Sling app on […]
[…]need an antenna. My personal favorite antenna is the Mohu Leaf. Get the cheaper non-amplified version if you have a lot of close stations on the Station Finder. The more expensive amplified version doesn’t perform much better unless you live far from all stations. (In full disclosure, I have received free Mohu antennas for review purposes, but I have also received lots of other free antennas that I don’t recommend as much). Connect your converter box to your TV, then your antenna to your converter box. Follow the instructions that came with your converter box, and you’ll be set to […]
[…]details. Setup Using iPhone An Internet connection is required to use Tablo. You can set it up either using an Ethernet cable connected to your router, or Wi-Fi. I chose Wi-Fi setup using my iPhone. Note, there are now two Tablo apps in the Apple App Store: “Legacy Tablo” and “Tablo”. Tablo Gen 4 uses the regular “Tablo” app. After I downloaded the app, I tried to log in using my old Tablo account information, but it didn’t recognize my credentials. I created a new account using the same email address and it didn’t balk, meaning that the old and […]
[…]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 home games and all of the major sporting events like the Superbowl, World Series, and professional basketball playoffs, as well as some college basketball and football games. Enter your zip code into the Station Finder to see if there are channels in your area. If you have a modern TV, then you just need to get a good antenna and plug it directly into your TV to get those channels. If you […]
[…]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 it could pick up compared to my old Sony when using my indoor antenna. To my surprise, it got more channels than my Sony, which previously had the best reception out of the tuners I […]
[…]one of these boxes included in the TV. Also, if you have an XBox 360, Sony PS3 or Nintendo Wii, you can subscribe to Netflix. If you have an XBox, you’ll need a XBox Live Gold account to do so. Roku – Lots of Channels, Works on Older TVs, My Pick! The Roku is the veteran streaming TV box, with the most “channels” (apps), and many people swear by it. If you have an older TV with no HDMI input, Roku is one of the few brands that offers a version that works with old tube TVs (Roku Express+, be sure […]
[…]with the Chrome browser and certain compatible apps like the YouTube player. Chromecast is significantly cheaper than Roku or Apple TV, at only $30! That’s because it uses your existing laptop to do much of the work. Chromecast is only concerned with mirroring what is in your computer’s browser through Wi-Fi (you can purchase a wired Ethernet adapter separately for $15 from the Google Play Store). There is no remote control because your laptop is the “remote”. Setup Setting up a Chromecast is a bit more challenging to set up than, say, a Roku. Chromecast plugs directly into an HDMI port […]
Some years ago, I put together a video for beginners explaining how to get free broadcast TV. Despite the primitive production, it quickly went viral and got over 5 million views! The crazy part is, the concepts that I talk about in the video haven’t changed! You can still get free TV using a cheap antenna, if you live in or near a big city. Check it out and forward it to your friends who don’t know about free broadcast digital TV! I hope you found this helpful. – […]
[…]much of a good thing. In 2017, the average American spent almost four hours a day watching television! That’s a HUGE amount of time to spend staring at a TV screen! What could you accomplish with that time? When you look back on your life, will you wish you did something else with that time? Giving Up TV for Lent This year, Lent runs from Wednesday, March 2nd to Thursday, April 14th, 2022. That’s 40 days x 4 hours = 160 hours that you could be doing something besides watching TV. Why not consider doing something else with that time? I’m not […]
[…]YouTube is an invaluable source for all sorts of how-to videos. There are free videos for fixing your car, making home improvements, gardening, learning a new language, and playing guitar, for instance. Just enter what you want to learn in the search bar. Documentaries YouTube is a fantastic source for documentary movies and TV shows. And I’m not just talking about boring documentaries about potato farming or something. Check out NOVA: The Magic of Special Effects. Just search for whatever documentary topic you’re interested in, or simply type in “documentaries” in the YouTube search bar. There is also a dedicated […]
As I’ve mentioned elsewhere on this site, my favorite overall streaming media player is the Roku. It’s got the most content and a ton of great features. One feature that you might not be aware of is the ability to stream video, music, and photos from your iOS or Android phone to your TV wirelessly! And it’s not difficult to set up! The Down Low I need to clarify that this technique lets you watch or play back media that is stored on your phone. This is not the same as mirroring your phone’s screen to the TV. You can’t, […]
[…]station’s website! Roku does not have a native browser. There are third-party ones, but they either require monthly subscription or have low ratings. So, the native web browser on Fire TV Stick is a really nice distinguishing feature! My Overall Recommendation The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is a great player, no question. The picture quality is great, and the user interface is snappy. If you’re into Alexa, this player is for you. Even if you don’t own a 4K TV, I would get this over the regular Fire TV Stick. If you’re not so much into Alexa or the […]
[…]fees but you can cancel at any time. I use these occasionally and always cancel after I’m done watching what I want to watch. If you want to save money, do not stay permanently subscribed to more than one of these services at a time. Netflix Good for Original Content and Movies Netflix offers a great selection of movies and hit TV shows like the global movie hit, “Squid Game”. Unlimited streamed programming starts at $9.99 per month for SD quality (only get this for viewing on a phone), $15.49 for HD on two screens at the same time, and $19.99 […]
[…]and get a streaming service like Disney+ for a month, but I’ll immediately cancel it after I’m done watching the shows I want to watch. This works for me but I’m not saying it will work for everyone. For example, if you’re not able to get free broadcast TV using an antenna, I can totally understand subscribing to a streaming service for TV. Same thing if you love sports or Game of Thrones (or other streaming-only shows). I do pay for Internet access, but I’m not counting that as part of my TV viewing cost because I need Internet access […]
One of the coolest features of Apple TV is the ability to “mirror” the display from your iPad or iPhone onto your TV screen. This enables you to watch almost anything that you can watch on your iPad or iPhone on your TV, including video from an iOS app or a live stream on a website. For example, you can use the CBS.com iPad app to find a show on your iPad, then use your Apple TV to “project” a show to your TV screen. Or, you can bring up a live stream on a website on your phone, then […]
[…]dots and 4G towers like this: If you’re looking for 4G towers, you’re basically done. If you click on a tower, you can see the area covered by its cells: Finding 5G Towers If you’re looking for 5G towers, there are a few more steps. Close the popup and go back to the Provider menu popup. You’ll notice there is a pulldown labeled “Network” where the choices include “4G – LTE” or “5G NR”. If you choose “5G NR” for T-Mobile, you’ll see their 5G towers. However, Verizon and AT&T currently do not have a lot of dedicated 5G towers, […]
[…]plug your TV antenna into the box, then you connect your box to your TV. It converts the signal either to an analog signal that your old TV can use, or to a digital HDMI signal that you can plug into a more modern HDTV. Many of these boxes today have a USB port where you can plug in a USB drive or stick. You can then record broadcast TV shows for viewing later. My Recommended Converter Box: The Mediasonic HOMEWORX HW130STB There are many converter boxes on the market today with almost the same feature set. At just $30, […]
[…]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 […]
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[…]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 […]
