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[…]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! […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]content. Here are some free channels that I would recommend: So, out of the box, you can watch tons of free content without paying a dime, as long as you know which channels to look for. Setup Physically hooking up your Roku is pretty easy. Plug in the power adapter to the wall, and connect the other end to your Roku. Then, plug in an HDMI cable (not included!) to your Roku and your TV. Setting up your passwords is more of a pain. You will need to select your Wi-Fi network and enter your password using the dreaded letter-picker and remote control: […]
[…]were looking for a streaming device that worked reliably with the Tablo Gen 4 DVR. Everyone said to run down to Walmart and pick up this device for $20. Yes, it really is that cheap and it works well! A good number of reviewers say the like the onn box better than Fire TV Stick! The user interface is similar to Amazon Fire TV Stick in that it shows both apps and recommended content. Some may find this format cluttered. But overall if you’re on a budget, I’d definitely recommend the onn Google TV Streaming box at Walmart! There is […]
[…]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. Also, these boxes don’t connect to the Internet, so you can watch, record, and do everything even when the Internet is down. Tablo and AirTV require an Internet connection to […]
[…]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. […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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, […]
[…]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 […]
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 […]
[…]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. […]
[…]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, […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
[…]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 […]
