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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, […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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. […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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). […]
[…]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 […]
[…](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 […]
[…]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 […]
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[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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! […]
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[…]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 […]
[…]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! […]
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[…]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. […]
[…]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 […]
