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What if I were to say that you might already have everything you need to get free and cheap TV in your home, condo, or apartment? Why buy anything when you might have what you need? Take this inventory and find out! Your Current TV If you have a modern Hi-Def television, you can probably 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 […]
[…]their library. You get other perks like access to thousands of songs and books, and free online photo storage. 4. Amazon Video Rental or Purchase (Starting at $6 per rental) Of course, you can also buy or rent movies and TV shows à la carte on Amazon.com. Typical cost to rent a recently released movie is $6 while cost to buy is around $20. Other Options 1. DVDs from Thrift Stores and Used CD Stores Don’t forget about thrift stores and used CD stores – you can find some good DVD’s at these places, if you don’t mind watching older […]
[…]and movies online to find out where they’re playing. You may get lucky 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. […]
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. – […]
[…]service based on the channels you want. To use it, click the link below (it works best on a desktop monitor rather than on a small phone screen). In the left column click or type in the channels you want. For example, you might type in “History” or “AMC” or “ESPN”. On the right, you’ll see all of the services that carry some or all of those channels. Make to check each result for the logos of the channels you want. Some of the results may not carry all of the channels you selected, but they are shown if they […]
[…]on Mars: Keep an eye out for special releases, like when they showed 2001: A Space Odyssey ad-free. How-To Videos Instead of watching TV just for entertainment, how about learning something while being entertained at the same time? 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 […]
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 […]
[…]services available today. But, in the past year or so, I’ve been so glad to have access to free broadcast TV through my antenna. The reason is this: Broadcast TV is the most reliable medium for getting real-time news in times of crisis, surpassed only by a battery-powered radio (because that will work even if the power goes out). Cable and Internet Infrastructure is Vulnerable Cable and Internet service can be pretty flaky, even when there isn’t a disaster happening. How often does your Internet go down even when everything is normal? During a natural disaster such as a severe storm, […]
[…]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 for my work. Unfortunately, it seems that cable companies are raising the price of that to compensate for losing cable TV subscribers. And, I don’t watch […]
[…]with your tube TV, you might want to save for a modern flat-screen TV, especially if you are able to get free broadcast TV in your area. Let me know about your experiences. – […]
[…]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 TVs first came out, they included a tuner that allowed you to connect antennas to them. Now suddenly, some […]
[…]sports without cable or satellite TV? A: If you are in or near a major city, you should be able to get free broadcast TV to see sports on the networks and local channels. ESPN (along with other channels) is available on Sling TV❯❯ for $30/month. Here’s more info on how to get sports without cable TV. Q: How can I watch (insert your channel here) without cable or satellite TV? A: My Streaming Service Finder will show you which streaming services you should get based on the channels you want. Q: Can I record broadcast TV? A: Yes, there are several options! […]
[…]providers are sometimes clueless about these programs. Here’s an example of the hoops one customer had to jump through at Specturm. Keep poking around and don’t give up. 7. Ask Your Cable Company About Low-Income Plans Like Internet Essentials Some cable companies have low-rate plans for people with low incomes. Comcast/Xfinity offers a $9.95 per month plan called Internet Essentials for those who have a child eligible for the National School Lunch Program, or who are in other qualifying programs like Medicaid. Check with your local provider to see what they offer. 8. Tether Your Cell Phone If you have an […]
[…]I only endorse legal sources of free and cheap TV and movies on DisableMyCable.com. So, feel free to use any of the services that I mention on my site without fear! I personally pay very little for TV and movies, because I use an antenna to get FREE HD-quality broadcast TV, and I watch a lot of YouTube, which has some really great content. I have Amazon Prime and occasionally will pay to rent a movie. And let’s not forget about the fun of watching a movie in the theater once in a while. And, one reader pointed out that if you […]
[…]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 antenna like one of the ones below. If you live near or in a decent-sized metropolitan area, you should be able to get most of the network channels (ABC, CBS, NBS, Fox) plus PBS and local stations with an inexpensive indoor antenna. The next step part of the solution is to utilize free streaming TV services that you can access on your smart TV or an inexpensive streaming device like a Roku or Amazon Fire TV. I […]
[…]one would you rather watch? Can you believe the top one costs over $75 per month and the bottom on is free? The satellite dish image shows lots of artifacts here, all the result of compression: It looks like the satellite image has worse than half of the resolution of the broadcast TV image. So, if you have a fancy 4K TV, you’re pretty much not getting any additional benefit out of it over a regular HD TV if you’re watching TV from a satellite dish. Note that all of the images are unretouched; I’ve not altered them in any […]
[…]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 have an old tube TV, you’ll need a converter box. Note that Dodger baseball has been blacked out of regular cable and broadcast TV in Los Angeles except for a few games. To watch the Dodgers in LA, you need the Spectrum SportsNet LA service. Watch NFL Games on the Mobile App For Free You can download the NFL App for iOS and Android, and watch live local and primetime games […]
[…]center pin of the other end of the coax cable. Here is an example using a power cord: Be sure not to touch the outer metal part of the cable to your improvised antenna, or else it won’t act like a good antenna. Only touch the center pin of the cable to your antenna! One thing I should emphasize: the other end of the power cord should NOT be plugged into the wall or else you could shock yourself and damage your TV!! Just let the other end hang free, not plugged into anything. Go ahead and kick off the scan while […]
[…]browser on your TV screen. You are not limited to “apps”. But, this requires a computer or laptop to be near your TV, but it opens up your TV to almost unlimited content from free websites as well as paid services like Netflix, Amazon Video, and so forth. Chromecast will also work with some Android phones if you install an app (however, some video streaming sites block content on phones so you might not be able to get quite as much content). Chromecast plugs into your TV’s HDMI input, so you will need a modern TV. You can read my full […]
[…]your iOS device’s screen to your TV Roku disadvantages No native web browser No built-in Bluetooth (to use with headphones, for example), although you can connect via the Roku app on your phone. For most people, Roku is my recommended streaming player. It has the most apps and is the easiest to use. If you like using Alexa or need a web browser on your TV, then Amazon Fire TV might be best. Which Roku Should I Get? If you think Roku is right for you, you might be wondering, “Which one should I get?” It’s one of the most common questions […]
[…]look where the cable from the satellite dish comes into your home. Note, you might need special tools to disconnect it, and it might be a violation of the cable/satellite company rules to mess with their equipment, just be aware. If you are able to disconnect the signal from the cable company, you can now connect your antenna anywhere you see a cable TV outlet in your home. Probably the best place would be at an upper story, i.e., the highest point in your home. Also, if you do this, I would recommend adding an amplifier (see below). I recommend amplifiers […]
[…]network and entered my Wi-Fi password using the letter picker. This part is cumbersome, but common to all set-top boxes when using Wi-Fi and is unavoidable. My unit went through a firmware upgrade and re-booted, then asked me again for my language. If you purchased an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, you’ll go through a brief setup process for your remote’s volume controls. Now, the last time I bought an Amazon Fire TV, it came pre-programmed with my Amazon account information, which made setup a breeze! Unfortunately, it seems that Amazon is no longer doing that (perhaps for security reasons, […]
[…]selection of kids programming too. For more free streaming services, check out my page with links to free online TV and movies: If You Need Cable TV Channels, Check Out These Affordable Streaming Services: If you need to watch the latest cable TV channels in real-time, check out these low-cost streaming services. Note, these services don’t include local channels. If you need local channels, use an antenna or skip below for services that offer them. 1. Philo TV – Great if you don’t watch sports Philo TV is a great streaming service for those who are not into sports. Sports channels […]
[…]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 TV Through the use of a wireless technology called Airplay, Apple TV can display whatever is on your […]
[…]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 your phone and create a free account. Next, you’ll have to get onto the Air TV 2’s Wi-Fi network and enter your Wi-Fi network’s password (the app will guide you through this). Or, you could […]
[…]are cool! :-) If you don’t want to spend any money, check for days when the museum is free. Most have a free day of the week or month. Check out my favorite museums in Los Angeles. 29. Do some gardening You’ll get some exercise, your garden will look better, and your plants will appreciate it. 30. Detail your car like you did with your first car Remember how psyched you were when you got your first car, no matter how old it was? When was the last time you vacuumed the inside and waxed the outside? You’ll feel […]
[…]lengths. Because I do lots of antenna experiments, I ended up using two RG6 cables spliced together, allowing me to insert amplifiers, splitters, etc. in the signal path. Doing this sacrifices a little bit of signal quality, so you shouldn’t do this. Just use one RG6 cable long enough to reach the ideal location, but not too much longer than required. My Second Antenna I have a second antenna (another Mohu Leaf) in the skylight of my condo attached to a Tablo for recording. This is the highest point in my condo and has good reception. If you have a […]
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[…]the channel and volume buttons with each other (“to increase volume, do I toggle the up arrow button or plus button?”). For these reasons, I believe that anyone who is not tech-savvy (like my Mom), would have a really tough time setting up a modern TV with all of its features. If you have an older or non-techy relative who needs a new TV, they might actually be better served if you gave them YOUR “dumb” TV and instead upgraded yourself to a brand new smart TV. That might sound selfish, but I know my Mom would be totally lost […]
[…](for example, doing a channel scan). For that, you need to use the TV that the TiVo is connected to. Customer Support Unlike some DVR companies out there, TiVo has excellent customer support. You can call their phone number and usually talk to a human being within five minutes! (At least, that’s how long it took the times when I called). Customer support should not be overlooked when you make your purchase. Transferring Your All-In Service Plan Note that if you ever want to sell your TiVo and transfer your lifetime All-In Service Plan to the new owner, you will […]
[…]I usually write about ways to get free and cheap TV without paying for cable or satellite. But today I want to talk about how to save money on the other big subscription cost in your life: your cell phone bill. Are you paying $50, $60, or $70 a month on your mobile phone plan? You might be paying way more than you need to! After years of spending $55/month on what I thought was a great cell phone deal from T-Mobile, I’m now paying $15/month for unlimited talk and text and 5GB of data on the same T-Mobile network! […]
[…]10 does not come with an .mpg video player but you can get one here. You can change the setting to record to an MPEG-4 (.avi) file, which is playable on more software but you’re locked into 352 x 240 resolution at that setting, but is fine for VHS. Whatever file format your choose, I recommend doing a short test recording to make sure you can play back the resulting video file on your computer before ripping a six-hour VHS tape!! Doing the Recording You’ll have to let it run for the entire time that you want to record, so […]
[…]one of my sites you might enjoy is TheFrugalNoodle.com. I write about money-saving tips, how-to topics, and career advice there. If you ever visit Los Angeles, check out LADateIdeas.com! If you have any questions, please leave a comment so everyone can benefit from the answer. I hope this site has been helpful to you! – Brian My Product Review Policy I don’t accept payment for writing product reviews. All of my reviews express my personal opinion after evaluating and/or researching the product or service myself. If You’d Like to Help I’ve had some awesome readers email me wondering if they can […]
[…]cables throughout my home. The Tablo and AirTV are two DVRs that have Wi-Fi if you don’t want to run Ethernet to your DVR. Next Gen TV ATSC 3.0? The Flex Duo (which I reviewed) does not support ATSC 3.0. The Flex Scribe 4K and Flex Quattro (AKA Flex 4K) claim to support ATSC 3.0 (Next Generation TV) on two tuners. However, I’ve heard of problems with viewing ATSC 3.0 on third-party software (i.e., no sound). I’ve also heard that there could be DRM issues. In short, ATSC 3.0 isn’t ready for prime time in my opinion (pardon the pun). […]
[…]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 since the recording format is proprietary. Among the many cheap tuner boxes with recording, I recommend the Homeworx DVR Digital Converter: Homeworx Pros Homeworx Cons PlayOn – Requires Subscription, Records Internet Video, Not Live TV This service […]
While discovering free and cheap ways to watch TV is a good thing, it is possible to have too 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 […]
[…]how you can mirror your Android phone to your Roku. For Apple users, some Roku models now support AirPlay to mirror your iOS device’s screen to your Roku. This technique is still super cool though, as you can play your own videos from your phone on your TV! How to Do It The first thing you’ll need to do is get the official Roku app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device. Even if you don’t want to stream, you might want it anyway to use as a remote. It’s free. Next, make sure your phone is on your home’s […]
[…]the same order: The colors also alluded to the “modular” nature of connecting different blocks together to make something that my site was about. The colors are reminiscent of the colors of children’s blocks. I liked the sense of simplicity and ease-of-use that conveyed. But, the words were undeniably difficult to read, even when they were different colors. I solved that problem by filling in some of the gaps in the font (in the “a”s and “e”s for example). That made it much more readable. This was good, but I also wanted some graphical indication of what the site was […]
[…]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, you should make sure there are broadcast TV signals in your area before making any purchases. […]
[…]TV for free with purchase of cable Internet. Here is one ludicrous example. I called Verizon to try to lower my DSL bill. They said I could lower it by bundling a landline with it. I didn’t need the land line, but it was cheaper to get it and just not use it! The catch is that the rate could go up later to more than what you are paying now, so be sure to ask about the “fine print” and any future cost increases before doing this option. 5. Ask for Promotional Deals and Discounts I know people who’ve […]
[…]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 might be, say only 80% accurate, but that may be enough for you to get an idea of the signal strength in your area. Using Cellmapper To find the cell towers in your area, simply visit Cellmapper.net on a computer. You could us a phone but honestly, it’s best to use something with a big screen for this. It’s easiest to allow it to use your location […]
[…]Indoor Antenna A rooftop outdoor antenna will get you the most channels. But if you’re not able to install a rooftop antenna, I recommend the Mohu Leaf indoor antenna: For More Information Click here if you want to do a quick test to see if your TV can pick up any stations. No antenna is needed for this test. If you’d like to get more channels and better reception with your indoor antenna, read my tips and tricks for indoor antennas […]
[…]you will see a sped-up preview image as you fast forward. In older versions of Tablo software, it took up to 17 seconds to change channels, which was a real bummer! This has improved with subsequent software revisions, and now it takes about 6 seconds to switch channels for me. Still not ideal for surfing, but much better! You also have the channel guide. Most of the time, I don’t channel surf by going from one channel to the next but rather I step through the guide and only watch things that look interesting. Recording Scheduling a recording is super […]
[…]Tuner Believe it or not, some TVs were sold without a broadcast TV tuner. The way they were able to do that was to call them “displays”. If you have a “TV” like that, a DVR is a perfect solution to let you watch broadcast TV. Also, not all TV tuners were created equal. Some brands, like Samsung for instance, are known to have better quality tuners (i.e., they bring in more channels). Depending on what brand of TV you have, a DVR might bring in more channels. I’ve found the best tuners in the AirTV 2, HDHomeRun, and TiVo […]
[…]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 on your TV, so you will need a modern TV to use it (i.e., […]
[…]antenna. Basically, you need to connect power to the Power Booster module, then connect that to your TV and to your antenna as shown here: There is also an output for an FM antenna, but most people probably don’t even have an FM radio in their homes. More handy might be to connect that output to a Tablo or other broadcast TV DVR. It’s not super difficult to set up if you’re comfortable connecting coax cables and following instructions. My Testing For my testing, I used the Mediasonic HOMEWORX Digital Converter Box HW130STB as my tuner because it has a […]
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[…]causing some to even place a PC cooling fan below their units. The new Tablo bottom case is warm to the touch, but not as hot as the old Tablo. It has cooling holes on the bottom, but I wish it had some on the top. I haven’t had any overheating problems, but I’ll keep an eye out on the forums and we’ll see if any thermal issues arise for other users. Customer Support If you go online and look at the forums for other DVRs, you’ll find people complaining about a glaring lack of customer support from those companies, […]
[…]and antenna input and select “antenna”. Here’s how it looks on my Sony: Next, set your TV to auto-search for channels. Here’s how it looks on my TV: Hit “OK” and let your TV search for channels! Good Luck! You might need to re-run the search several times using different antenna configurations. If you’re still having problems, check my troubleshooting page. Tweaking Your Antenna Position Once you hook up your TV antenna, I’ll be honest.. Getting the best reception requires lots of experimentation with where you put your antenna in your room. There can be a big difference in the number of channels […]
[…]Agh! After that, I could finally log into the website and set up automatic billing (which you need to do to get the $10 monthly discount on the service). But, I still couldn’t log into the iPhone app. I called again, and they reset my account yet again, which meant waiting for another code in the mail. That didn’t solve the problem either. At this point, I resigned to just using the website. There are also some settings that just time out when I try to change them, like the contact phone number. I was only able to change this […]
[…]due to the terrain or objects blocking the signal. How to Check Your Location You can use this tool to check any station in your area. Find the call letters of the station you want to check. If you don’t know them off hand, go to the Station Finder, or Antennas Direct’s Transmitter Locator and enter your location to see a list of stations and their call letters. Next, go to TV Fool’s Online Coverage Map Browser Tool and enter the call letters of the station. Click “Search”, and a colored “heat map” will appear showing signal strength. You can zoom […]
[…]or forward to the current time. Not the end of the world. You can also just hit the record button to start a recording that you want to save. Super easy! If you go into the menu system, you can find a page with your recordings. They are stored with somewhat cryptic file names but at least they contain the station call letters. It took me a while to figure out how to replay my recording. The key is to look at the hints at the bottom of the screen which tell you which buttons to use on this page. […]
[…]which she appreciates when she needs help with the phone. Here are some other low-cost carriers to check into: Consumer Cellular: I’ve had a few readers rave about Consumer Cellular’s low prices with no problems reported. Looks like you can get unlimited talk and 3GB of data for $30/month! And, there’s a 5% AARP discount. Cricket Wireless: offers plans starting at $30/month with unlimited talk and text and 2GB of data. Straight Talk Wireless offers the previous-generation Samsung and Apple phones for as low as $35 per month. Walmart Family Mobile is owned by the same operator that owns Straight Talk. […]
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[…]TV via HDMI, for example, you can get an HDMI cable with ferrite cores (or add them separately) to try to block the interference. 9. Unplug Your Amazon Fire TV Stick This is really a subset of the previous item, eliminating electronic interference, but this has happened to so many people that it deserves its own line item. Apparently, some Amazon Fire TV Sticks emit a lot of electromagnetic interference. While the Stick is on, try tuning into a troublesome channel and remove the Stick or put it in sleep mode. If the interference goes away, the stick is to […]
