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Proof that resentment and sobbing don't accompany every breakup
According to research from the industry analysts at nScreenMedia, a whopping 84% of recent cord-cutters are "at least somewhat happy with their decision."
I'd like to dump the cable but i dont want to change it to a system where everytime i want to change the channel i have to mess around on the computer trying to find a show i want to watch then somehow configure it to play on the tv.at the moment I like the convenience of surfing through several hundred channels but the glut of commercials i have to endure has now become intolerable..
For those dumping cable what system are you replacing it with and how does it work.?
I use the Over the Air signal for free TV, so I get the 3 big networks, Fox, CW, PBS, and a few minor stations I had never been aware of before (LiveWell, Ion, etc.) I have an old laptop with a tuner card and Windows Media Center that I am able to use as a DVR and channel guide. I also have AppleTV that I use for Netflix and HuluPlus (when I have an active subscription). If I had a friend's cable login, I could also use AppleTV in conjunction with my iPad to access channels like HBOGo, ESPN, Lifetime, AMC, etc. But I won't confirm or deny that I've ever done that.
I don't miss cable (or the massive cable bill) one bit.
I'd like to dump the cable but i dont want to change it to a system where everytime i want to change the channel i have to mess around on the computer trying to find a show i want to watch then somehow configure it to play on the tv.at the moment I like the convenience of surfing through several hundred channels but the glut of commercials i have to endure has now become intolerable..
For those dumping cable what system are you replacing it with and how does it work.?
Roku, Apple TV or Chromecast. Rather than live streaming of shows or networks, shows are listed as apps that you click on & watch.
Roku comes with a remote. You connect the device to the tv and make a wireless connection to your computer. You press the home button and you can choose from free channels and some free news or choose a subscription service like Neflix ($9-10) or Amazon (free for Prime) members. With search you can search for any movie or show and Roku will tell you which channel it is showing on. Many channels give you free trails ( I just got Acorn , all British shows, for 30 days) and some are only $5. 90% of my viewing is done at Netfix and the same $9 pays for all 3 TV's.
At the moment i'm paying about $70 per month for my cable,for that at the push of a button i can scroll through 300 channels, very convenient but for the price i only watch a couple of dozen channels and i have to put up with an insane amount of commercials, will something like Netflix give me the same options for a much reduces price.
As i'm almost completely computer illiterate the prospect of rewiring computer and tv sounds like a daunting task..
At the moment i'm paying about $70 per month for my cable,for that at the push of a button i can scroll through 300 channels, very convenient but for the price i only watch a couple of dozen channels and i have to put up with an insane amount of commercials, will something like Netflix give me the same options for a much reduces price.
As i'm almost completely computer illiterate the prospect of rewiring computer and tv sounds like a daunting task..
To use a device like Roku you plug in the red and the yellow cords to your TV right where you currently have your DVD player plugged in. If you already have a wireless connection for your computer Roku will walk you through the rest. As far a content is concerned, it is free for a month right now. You can watch it on your computer for now to see if you like what is offered.
At the moment i'm paying about $70 per month for my cable,for that at the push of a button i can scroll through 300 channels, very convenient but for the price i only watch a couple of dozen channels and i have to put up with an insane amount of commercials, will something like Netflix give me the same options for a much reduces price.
As i'm almost completely computer illiterate the prospect of rewiring computer and tv sounds like a daunting task..
There's nothing to rewire with the 3 items I mentioned above. You just plug the unit into your TV, just like you plugged in your cable box, & you're set. Very very simple.
Just make sure your TV set & the set top you choose have compatible connections. You will also have to figure out your local stations: a digital antenna or the Aereo app if your city has it.
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I watch the news on my computer.
