[EPutnam1863]

Originally Posted by Dan9871

I don't think it is a non-compete, spectrum just didn't put cables in your area. On my street both spectrum and comcast are available.

We would love to have ATT's U-Verse cable service but it is not available in our area. Not all cable companies have cables in all areas.

Perfect explanation. The less populated the area is, the less likely there will be more than one cable. It is very expensive to lay a cable so why should they lay one if it won't be profitable for the company?

[UpNorth]

Originally Posted by Wiotte

Not true. Unenforceable due to federal law.


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True. The Villages cannot stop you from putting an antenna on your roof. But you should try to use a discreet corner of your roof (if you have one). Some put theirs in their attic, but that cuts our some of the signal, which is already from afar. You should be able to get 50+ channels, but not all of them are worth watching IMO.

[UpNorth]

Originally Posted by jebartle

Dear Upnorth, YOUR HIRED

Let's talk bottom line. If you want network channels, HiStory, Golf, HGTV, PBS and Discovery, can you cut the cable???? AND save money every month.?????

Go online and see what channels YouTube TV, Direct TV NOW, Sling TV, HULU and PlayStationVue have to offer. Sign up and watch 7 days for free (5 days for PlayStation Vue). All you need is a ROKU streaming device attached to your TV and an internet connection. Right now, the only network you cannot get with these services is your local PBS, but that should be available before 2019. In the meantime, you can stream PBS on the free PBS app.

[UpNorth]

Originally Posted by biker1

The YouTubeTV streaming service has DVR in the cloud. I suspect the other streaming services also have cloud-based streaming services. If you look at what programming you actually watch, you may be able to ditch cable/satellite services for a streaming service at lower cost.

Most of these services do have cloud-based DVR recording ability. However, even if you record some network shows (CBS, NBC, ABC in particular), these DVR's may block you from watching your recording if a VOD (Video On Demand) version is available. The downside? You cannot fast-forward through commercials on the VOD version, which defeats why most people record these shows in the first place. The commercials running on the VOD shows are long, frequent and annoying. YouTube TV has this DVR issue; PlayStation Vue does not. It depends on the deals these companies make with the networks.

[Rwirish]

Not a non compete issue.

[jedalton]

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[tuccillo]

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Originally Posted by UpNorth

Most of these services do have cloud-based DVR recording ability. However, even if you record some network shows (CBS, NBC, ABC in particular), these DVR's may block you from watching your recording if a VOD (Video On Demand) version is available. The downside? You cannot fast-forward through commercials on the VOD version, which defeats why most people record these shows in the first place. The commercials running on the VOD shows are long, frequent and annoying. YouTube TV has this DVR issue; PlayStation Vue does not. It depends on the deals these companies make with the networks.

[banjobob]

We have used Prism/Century Link for 5 years and negotiated a great rate with all their services except phone for a year long rate. we have 4 wireless set top boxes their service was only out once for a short period of timeCin 5 years. I left Comcast because it seemed every two months I had to renegotiate a rate.

[B-flat]

We are in the process of purchasing a CYV in the north end. Spectrum and Centruy Link is available as is Satellite. We like to be able to watch the tube when it rains so it’s either Spectrum or Century Link. Looks as though Century link is a better deal by about $18 per month for TV/internet. Spectrum charges extra for a DVR CenturyLink does not. I was quoted $100 plus taxes and fees from Century link. In my opinion all the TV/internet/phone providers are holding holding us up without a gun.

It’s no different in Rhode Island where I’m from you have Cox Communications or Fios from Verizon. After the initial 2 year contract they raise their rates. I left Fios because Cox offered a more competitive price. In another year from now when Cox raises the rate I’ll migrate back to FIOS, I’m sure they’l offer me a special new customer rate.

[OhioBuckeye]

Originally Posted by Rhonda West

We moved to TV from New England. Having had horrible experience with Comcast we decided to try satellite service for television. After having both Direct and Dish and also being tired of the "small" print we decided to change to Spectrum. We have many friends who are REALLY happy with Spectrum. Well...imagine my surprise when, after 4 phone calls and three different sales people, I find out that we can NOT get Spectrum at our address because we are in Comcast's territory!!! Am I the only person living in TV that didn't know these two companies have a "no compete" policy which means I HAVE NO CHOICE!! I am REALLY angry about this. The satellite companies can compete until we are all nauseated but you only have ONE choice for cable and that is dictated by your street address!! I like to have a choice - I detest having the choice taken away!!

I agree, but I do have Spectrum & their Internet service, I've been with them for about 5 yrs. now & it cost me $160.76 a month now. Guess I can't complain because like dish they advertise their service for something like $19.99 a month for 12 months, but they don't tell you how much it'll cost on the 13th month. I'm sure after 2 or 3 yrs. it'll be just as high as mine & everyone else's. Also I always have to shake my head when I say TV isn't as cheap as a lot of people keep saying it is here. I always thought TV made life easier for their residents, but it seems like they cater to the vendors in TV. Don't take me wrong, I like TV but it's not what you think when you first move here. After living here for a while you really find out it's not all that cheap to live here. Sometimes I think it's catered to all the vendors that want to overcharge everyone for their services, & they do overcharge! Anyway, to answer your question about Spectrum, it really doesn't make any difference what service you get, they're like the old Quaker State Oil saying, "Pay me now or pay me later".

[D.C.Villager]

I'm very, very happy with my comcast cable and internet. I never experience outages or problems. The products are world class.

Yes, Comcast has customer service issues here and there, but once my products got installed, I never have to deal with customer service anymore.

[Chatbrat]

Just a final warning about Century Link--had them for 6 years--they will no longer support Prism tv, when your contract runs out--if you want quality tv thru Centurylong, you will have to go with Direct tv

[jrzeis@tampabay.rr.com]

I have to disagree. Maybe it is your location but I live in Leyton Villas and just switched from Comcast to Spectrum. I ditched cable TV altogether and use internet only (I use Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Netflix). Spectrum did have to put a cable underground back to the utility box but that was no big deal as they used a bladed tool like a shovel to put it about 10 inches under the sod and you couldn't even tell they did it.

[thetruth]

COMCAST, SPECTRUM OR DISH OH AND AMAZON PRIME.

Second hand story from someone on Specturum the problem is the wiring installed by THE BUILDER. We have SPECTRUM
and wrong wiring was verbaly confirmed by their repair guy as well. Our BURIED wiring was BLACK and is not desiged to be buried. the PROPER WIRING to be buried is heavier and BROWN in color, After many issues-spectrum buried the proper wiring between ower junction box and the next one down the line a distance of about 1000 feet. It must have cost the company quite a bit. Interesting-under those green junction boxes, there is a signal booster.

SO FAR IT IS WORKING.

I recall reading years ago, INTERNET PROVIDERS are among the top companies getting complaints from consumers.
FORTUNATELY, WE HAVE A CHOICE. UNFORTUNATELY THEY ALL STINK..

[biker1]

I have had CenturyLink for over 4 years and have had no issues and I have no complaints. They have delivered exactly what they said they would.

Originally Posted by thetruth

I recall reading years ago, INTERNET PROVIDERS are among the top companies getting complaints from consumers.
FORTUNATELY, WE HAVE A CHOICE. UNFORTUNATELY THEY ALL STINK..