[Bruiser1]

If you are interested,,check with the ATT office. They purchased Direct TV an they are excited about new customers. one of the benefits was they threw in NFL package . You haven't seen NFL until you watch Direct tv with Red Zone.

You could watch the Eagles ( I saw you wearing their Jersey at the Meeting)

[BRN_RI_FL]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

Do you receive the local stations?

Yes all four RI local stations. Local stations are based on where you are when you sign up. I keep track of the news back home in RI when I am in The Villages. I would assume that you would get all the Orlando local channels.

[BRN_RI_FL]

I’ve also experienced less buffering with YouTube tv as compared with directv now. YouTube tv also has a dvr which I believe e directv now is just getting now. I pay $35 per month for youtube tv which went up to $40 for new subscribers at the end of March.

[Dan9871]

Originally Posted by Brucernelson

Y. I would assume that you would get all the Orlando local channels.

No CBS on Directv Now in The Villages.

No NFL Ticket on DirectvNow

[BRN_RI_FL]

I had directv now for almost a year and until recently when they added a second, they offered only one local channel in RI. YouTube tv when I subscribed last month had all four local channels. You can try YouTube tv for free to see what local channels you get.

[BRN_RI_FL]

For many years up north we had internet, landline phone and cable tv for approximately $200 a month. Then Verizon Fios decided to make the golf channel only available in a more expensive package so i decided to try streaming. We haven’t missed cable at all. Also we were paying Verizon about $50 every month in HD equipment rental charges which is ridiculous. All you need for streaming is a one-time charge for a roku or Apple TV or fire stick. Still paying about $120 for both homes for internet though.

[billethkid]

Seems like once one settles on the internet provider.....$40 to $60 per month getting the desired television programming in one fashion or another still gets the monthly bill close to or over $100.

Convenience is worth something in the equation. Streaming is still too complicated for some of us. We like to record all of what we watch in advance and watch what we like when ever we choose to do so.

I not aware streaming allows that mode of operating.....very conveniently.

I am always open to a better/less expensive way that does not require a degree in communications/electronics/gadgetry

[UpNorth]

YouTube TV is great - you should try it. We get all the Orlando locals while in Florida, and watch the NY locals when we move north for the Summer. You can watch on your computer, cell phone or TV through a $30 Roku Express streamer. They have a great cloud-based DVR feature with unlimited storage. Cancel your bundle and re-subscribe to the best internet-only deal you can get. If you need a home phone, you can buy a OOMA box for less than $100 and pay only state tax (less than $5) for unlimited calls each month (you can port your existing phone number to the OOMA box for about $40). You can also get all the local networks with a roof antenna, but it's not as complete as YouTube TV. There is also Hulu, Philo, SlingTV and DirectTV now if you want to try other streaming TV services. No contracts, no cable guy showing up!

[Dan9871]

Originally Posted by billethkid

We like to record all of what we watch in advance and watch what we like when ever we choose to do so.

I not aware streaming allows that mode of operating.....very conveniently.

Directtv Now is in the process of adding that feature.

However Directv Now still isn't as stable or user friendly as cable/satellite (often you have to "restart" it to get streaming working and the guide/selection is pretty primitive).

[njbchbum]

Why is anyone arguing with a cable/internet provider when their introductory or specially priced package term is over? They are aware that the price was for a limited time only and would rise at the end of that period - no?

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

Why is anyone arguing with a cable/internet provider when their introductory or specially priced package term is over? They are aware that the price was for a limited time only and would rise at the end of that period - no?

Exactly right. Just like with Sirius, they make it abundantly clear when you sign up what the rates will be at the end of the term when it renews.

[biker1]

Yes, that is true. It is also true that you can enter into a negotiation with them to maintain the "new customer" price or you will drop them. They can decide whether to keep you as a customer or not. That is the great thing about having the kind of leverage that only competition provides.

Originally Posted by njbchbum

Why is anyone arguing with a cable/internet provider when their introductory or specially priced package term is over? They are aware that the price was for a limited time only and would rise at the end of that period - no?

[Daddymac]

I cut the cord. All i have is internet,, with a Firestick. And downloaded the Free TV Apps. It take a little time to get use to it.
I also have Netflix ( FREE) My nephew added me to his plan. If you are “Snowbird” You can get the “Sling player”
NOT THE SLING BOX.... “””” SLING PLAYER””””. Check that out.

[jebartle]

I feel your pain doc.

Someday, an internet geek will offer this set-up service to all of us without those special talents! I would LOVE to cut the cord but not ready to bite my nose to spite my face. I want the effort to PAY for itself. Doesn't make sense to buy equipment that far exceeds original charge for Internet and tv.

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

Why is anyone arguing with a cable/internet provider when their introductory or specially priced package term is over? They are aware that the price was for a limited time only and would rise at the end of that period - no?

Hello there my friend. Thru negotiating and staying on top of these Cabal's like companies you can save a bundle of money.

1) CenturyLink $45 for life--nope $35 because the speed on our
side of the street is slower. DSL not Cable.
2) DirecTV-- Next to the biggest package with the Giants & Jets
for the Football season for free with all deductions and help
from shedding a tear. $70 a month total with taxes and fees.
3) My Very Favorite--Verizon. I almost switched to Cricket
because I respect and remembered your post but the terms for
buying an Iphone were not as good as Verizon so the fun and
games continue with them but it has gotten much easier with
them, a 55+ plan with Unlimited Data for 2 lines for $80.
Please, now we can listen to Sirius in the Golf Cart when we
wonder around aimlessly on a relaxing ride nearly every night
without worrying about exceeding the Data. I still turn it off
immediately when we're done.
4) Homeowners, Car, Golf Cart Insurance thoroughly shopped
and investigated yearly. To bad N.J. Manufacturers doesn't
service Florida, they service Pennsylvania now.

The point is there is no more loyalty from these companies
toward us so why would I be loyal to them? I have owned a
New Ford every 3 years since the 80's. Not this time around.
What did my loyalty get me? Cacca su Una Ghiaia. Nothing.
Gets me a 3 year 36,000 mile warranty instead of 10 year
100,000 mile warranty. I'm finished with them all. Best deal is
the name of the game. Sorry for the rant but I've been on with
non speaking tech support for close to 8 hours to resolve a
problem so I can sell my Dell and HP Computers. It's nerve
wracking. Take Care my Very Favorite Bums! LOL Bless You!

P.S. Sirius, my favorite and easiest. Just say you are going to
cancel and you keep getting the $30 for 6 month promotion and
it include streaming to your phone and computer if you keep
threatening to quit. Can't show any weakness or they will win.