[biker1]

Cord-cutting - Wikipedia

Originally Posted by photo1902

That's all well and good, but if you "cut the cord" how are you getting internet access, which of course is needed for DirecTV Now?

[Darlene Lansing]

We bought our Roku at the ATT store in Sumter Landing . They did a demonstration for us .
We went home and had no problem hooking it up .

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by biker1

Cord-cutting - Wikipedia

It’s on Wiki, so it must be true. When someone says they can watch tv for $40 a month, they need to also include how much they’re paying for internet access so as not to confuse all those desperate to pinch pennies. It’s a personal choice, of course, but when I see the lengths people are going to (including jail broken devices which amount to piracy) in order to watch their shows, it amazes me. I’ll happily pay the $170 a month for my bundle, and cut costs elsewhere.

[biker1]

"Cutting the cord" has always referred to cancelling paid programming from traditional sources such as "cable TV" and has never referred to not having internet access. I know many people who have cut their costs by over $100 a month and still watch what they want. Other people just like to overpay and the "cable" companies just love those kinds of customers. The "lengths" you refer to involves buying an HDMI stick, hopping on Wi-Fi and signing up for a service or just using an over-the-air antenna. Hardly a lot of work. And by the way, Wikipedia is a pretty good source of info.

Originally Posted by photo1902

It’s on Wiki, so it must be true. When someone says they can watch tv for $40 a month, they need to also include how much they’re paying for internet access so as not to confuse all those desperate to pinch pennies. It’s a personal choice, of course, but when I see the lengths people are going to (including jail broken devices which amount to piracy) in order to watch their shows, it amazes me. I’ll happily pay the $170 a month for my bundle, and cut costs elsewhere.

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by biker1

"Cutting the cord" has always referred to cancelling paid programming from traditional sources such as "cable TV" and has never referred to not having internet access. I know many people who have cut their costs by over $100 a month and still watch what they want. Other people just like to overpay and the "cable" companies just love those kinds of customers. The "lengths" you refer to involves buying an HDMI stick, hopping on Wi-Fi and signing up for a service or just using an over-the-air antenna. Hardly a lot of work. And by the way, Wikipedia is a pretty good source of info.

Yes. I’m well aware. And most offer no recording ability, or the ability to watch network channels. An HDMI stick is fine for some, not so good for others. Good luck, and I hope you save a good amount of money. As far as “like to overpay” the old adage you get what you pay for comes to mind. I enjoy the convenience, so I don’t appreciate your snarky remark.

[biker1]

Sigh ... I guess a little education is called for here. YouTubeTV offers the network channels, has a DVR (recording capability), and is just as convenient as any "cable" service since it has a programming guide that is the equivalent of what "cable" provides. Other services such as Netflix don't need a DVR since they are "on-demand". Netflix has an excellent user interface with search capabilities and preferences. An HDMI stick is all you need as long as you have a TV with an HDMI port. For those with an older set, a Roku box with composite video is available. I am happy that you enjoy overpaying.

Originally Posted by photo1902

Yes. I’m well aware. And most offer no recording ability, or the ability to watch network channels. An HDMI stick is fine for some, not so good for others. Good luck, and I hope you save a good amount of money. As far as “like to overpay” the old adage you get what you pay for comes to mind. I enjoy the convenience, so I don’t appreciate your snarky remark.

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by photo1902

It’s on Wiki, so it must be true. When someone says they can watch tv for $40 a month, they need to also include how much they’re paying for internet access so as not to confuse all those desperate to pinch pennies. It’s a personal choice, of course, but when I see the lengths people are going to (including jail broken devices which amount to piracy) in order to watch their shows, it amazes me. I’ll happily pay the $170 a month for my bundle, and cut costs elsewhere.

Good for you. On the other hand I paid for the internet either way, so I save about $100 by switching to YouTube TV and dropping first Direct TV then Spectrum. I also can use my YouTube TV account at both my Kansas City home and my Villages home and get stellar reception. So, it appears, we're both happy.

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by biker1

Sigh ... I guess a little education is called for here. YouTubeTV offers the network channels, has a DVR (recording capability), and is just as convenient as any "cable" service since it has a programming guide that is the equivalent of what "cable" provides. Other services such as Netflix don't need a DVR since they are "on-demand". Netflix has an excellent user interface with search capabilities and preferences. An HDMI stick is all you need as long as you have a TV with an HDMI port. For those with an older set, a Roku box with composite video is available. I am happy that you enjoy overpaying.

Again, I'm well aware of all that. Bottom line, what is your monthly cost for YouTubeTV and internet?

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

Good for you. On the other hand I paid for the internet either way, so I save about $100 by switching to YouTube TV and dropping first Direct TV then Spectrum. I also can use my YouTube TV account at both my Kansas City home and my Villages home and get stellar reception. So, it appears, we're both happy.

[JoelJohnson]

Like anything else, you can save money by doing it yourself, or pay someone to do it for you. Cutting the cord IS work, it's not for everyone, it takes time to find everything you want to watch. That includes an outside antenna, Firestick, Roku, or other devices and services. Then there is the problem of the internet isn't as reliable as cable (sometimes I get buffering), BUT, I am save $100 a month and, over time, I will use that money to go back up north to see my kids and granddaughter and many other FUN things.

[Legalhempgirl]

We just have internet and a modified Firestick. They sell them at market of Marion and we have two apps for live tv and two apps for on demand all free other then internet and the Firestick. Spot A-249 The Fire stick guy

[JanBrown]

I have a Smart TV - does that mean I can use ROKU on it WITHOUT HAVING COMCAST AND IT'S WIFI MODEM?

[B-flat]

Originally Posted by Legalhempgirl

We just have internet and a modified Firestick. They sell them at market of Marion and we have two apps for live tv and two apps for on demand all free other then internet and the Firestick. Spot A-249 The Fire stick guy

I’ve been by that spot, he’s doing a very brisk business by the looks of things. Are you happy with the modified Firestick?

[Kahuna32162]

In our on going quest to "cut the cord", we tried Hulu for 1 month and kept running into buffering issues (even on the main TV that is wired directly into the router) Decided to stay with Dish and called to cancel our pending cancellation. Retention specialist offered us a great deal that locks our Dish account at $94 a month for 2 years and included the sports add in pack for free. This is the same price that we were scheduled to pay for Hulu.

What I learned from the whole experience is that is a good idea to test out any new service before actually switching. And, always speak to someone who has the authority to make deals and lower your price.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by JanBrown

I have a Smart TV - does that mean I can use ROKU on it WITHOUT HAVING COMCAST AND IT'S WIFI MODEM?

No. A smart TV will allow you to connect the TV directly to your wifi signal and use whatever apps are installed on the TV, that could include Roku. If the apps installed on your TV do not include Roku, then you may need to also connect a Roku device to the TV. But, you still need an internet service and a wifi modem to deliver the wireless signal to the TV.