[revfiddle]

I was looking for someone to install an antenna. Thanks!

[USOTR]

Step one Internet provider
Step two get a smart TV.. For us a smart TV with RUKU build in is the easiest.
On Ruku you have over 400 over the air channels.. We save a few from Orlando including all the major networks.

Then we also have a streaming apps. Netflix, Hulu, Discovery plus, and Amazon Prime comes with your Amazon membership.

Long story short for about $100 a month you have more entertainment options when you want them than cable could ever provide.

[Ptmcbriz]

First buy a new TV if yours is more than 10 years old. They come preloaded with apps just like your phone does. Decide on an internet provider and have them hook up your main TV. All your other TVs in the house can hook up to the internet by Bluetooth (wireless). TV’s when turned on will look for it. Once internet is connected press any app like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, Amazon Prime and follow the directions to set up a new account. You’ll pay monthly for each service (App) you sign up for. Each app offers different live channels, movies, tv series, documentaries. You can sign up for as many or as few of these “streaming “ services you want. Each time you turn on your tv you will choose which app you want to”stream” (watch).

[Kamaaina]

To compare the streaming services go to "Suppose TV". Suppose | Compare Cable, Satellite & Streaming TV Services

[Ken D.]

Originally Posted by USOTR

Step one Internet provider
Step two get a smart TV.. For us a smart TV with RUKU build in is the easiest.
On Ruku you have over 400 over the air channels.. We save a few from Orlando including all the major networks.

Then we also have a streaming apps. Netflix, Hulu, Discovery plus, and Amazon Prime comes with your Amazon membership.

Long story short for about $100 a month you have more entertainment options when you want them than cable could ever provide.

That’s on top of cost for Internet. What’s that cost you?

[sowilts]

Originally Posted by Carlsondm

I don’t know if there is a club, but you can search this forum for more information. We had John’s Antennas in Ocala install and aim our antenna. We are in Linden and reception is great. Some of the fancy channels are missing, so we can stream utube, Hulu, peacock if we want. You tube allows you to pause your account btw. We use that frequently.
The downside of the antenna is we may need to re-aim it after extremely high winds. Also, there may be changes in ota signals in the near future. Give John a call if you are antenna oriented. He can fill you in, and installs good equipment for a reasonable price.

Also live At Linden. Installed a Antenna in the garage and have plenty of Channels. Switched to Spectrum and have Internet and phone for 50 a month. The hardest problem is Espn and espn+ which are controlled by Disney.

[Bilyclub]

An antenna is always good to have and the cost is minimal compared to something like YouTube TV. The OTA signal used to be superior to streaming. Don’t know if that’s still true.

[Elixir34]

Originally Posted by jrref

Does anyone have any information regarding this topic? I thought there was a person or club here in the Villages where they would give people who were interested factual information on the topic?

The reason why I'm interested is because as people move to the Villages, we are seeing a different generation of individuals who already stream and only need internet service vs a cable box system. But there are still many who come from a generation of cable TV with cable boxes, want to reduce their monthy bill and need help understanding what streaming is and how to make the transition if they want to.

One word. Omnivision. It’s an Internet app that runs on a Firestick or Google ONN device connected to your TV. Up to five for $365/year, which you can use or give to your family members - even out of state. All local, network, sports incl major league and NCAA, PPV, plus hundreds-thousands of movies and TV series. Text Jody Ashley at (317) 402-5979. There is also a local rep here in The Villages.

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by Ken D.

That’s on top of cost for Internet. What’s that cost you?

If you chose against streaming and just used an antenna or paid for cable TV, would you drop your internet service? If not, if you would have internet service regardless of how you received TV channels, then that cost really doesn't factor into the conversation.

I pay less than $100 monthly for streaming services:
AppleTV - $0 (comes with T-mobile plan)
Prime Video - $0 (comes with Amazon Prime subscription)
Netflix - $20 (after T-mobile discount)
Peacock - $9
Hulu & Max - $31
Disney + - $14
Total for services: $75

YouTube TV - $92 (for the six months it is active) (okay, arguably $46 avg bringing my total to $120)
Internet - $30 (but I would have this regardless of streaming services)

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by Elixir34

One word. Omnivision. It’s an Internet app that runs on a Firestick or Google ONN device connected to your TV. Up to five for $365/year, which you can use or give to your family members - even out of state. All local, network, sports incl major league and NCAA, PPV, plus hundreds-thousands of movies and TV series. Text Jody Ashley at (317) 402-5979. There is also a local rep here in The Villages.

Another word would be pirating and a third would be conscience.

[opinionist]

Things I have discarded are commercial/cable television and landline telephones. The cost kept increasing, and it was not worth it. Internet access is essential, and you have to pay for that. Once you get away from the canned media outlets, you can pick and choose from alternative media what you really want. If you hate advertisements, you can get an ad blocker.

[G.R.I.T.S.]

There was a Cord Cutters at one point.

[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by Elixir34

One word. Omnivision. It’s an Internet app that runs on a Firestick or Google ONN device connected to your TV. Up to five for $365/year, which you can use or give to your family members - even out of state. All local, network, sports incl major league and NCAA, PPV, plus hundreds-thousands of movies and TV series. Text Jody Ashley at (317) 402-5979. There is also a local rep here in The Villages.

Omni Vision

[mrf6969]

Not seeing much in the way of saving by cutting the cord. Our Xfinity 400 MBPS internet with 200+ TV channels and home phones, also 2 Xfinity cell phones total $250.00 a month with all taxes and fees for everything.
Anyone have anything better than that? What am I missing?

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by mrf6969

Not seeing much in the way of saving by cutting the cord. Our Xfinity 400 MBPS internet with 200+ TV channels and home phones, also 2 Xfinity cell phones total $250.00 a month with all taxes and fees for everything.
Anyone have anything better than that? What am I missing?

See post #24 above. My T-Mobile 300Mbps internet with YouTube TV, the streaming services listed in the post, and two mobile phones with all taxes and fees comes to $307. Greater than $250 and no home phone but wouldn't want another number. Will let others determine how Xfinity's 200+ channels compares with YouTube TV's lineup.