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Old 02-18-2021, 03:37 PM
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As mentioned already, it's third party. Just connect with Dish directly for TV, you'll probably get some sort discount or free programming for 3 months and then 12 month discount. Spectrum has TV along with the internet, it's similar to Comcast (Xfinity) but is available only below 466A, and they have had their share of complaints as well.

The wave of the future is streaming. You get 85 channels with youtube.tv for $75, also Hula TV and Fubo TV, there is also Sling TV which is owned by Dish. This subject is discussed every month on TOTV if you want use the search feature at the top of the site and you can see a lot of replies quickly.

You might have to buy a Roku stick or an Amazon Firestick to get the apps on your smart TV if they're not already there. Those you can buy online or at Best Buy. They also include a lot of free programming.

YouTube TV vs. fuboTV: Which Streaming Service Is Better? - Clark Howard

Hulu vs. YouTube TV vs. Sling TV vs. AT&T TV Now vs. more: Channel lineups compared - CNET