Kids love video games. Not only is it fun for them, but recent studies show that it’s a healthy activity for children to engage in. According to a study at Oxford university kids that play video games are less hyperactive, more social and happier than those who don’t play at all. While that is good news if [read Stream Video Games for Kids Online]
The Problem with Cable TV isn’t Cable Boxes
Last year, Senators Edward Markey of Massachusetts and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut sent a letter to major satellite and cable TV providers inquiring about the cost of the Pay TV Industry’s set top boxes. After parsing the responses, their findings include: The average household spends $231.82 on set top rentals a year The set-top box [read The Problem with Cable TV isn’t Cable Boxes]
How I Grounded My Outdoor Antenna
This post is how I grounded my antenna using the “National Electrical Code” in the United States. Rules may differ from state to state, and in other countries. So, always check your local rules and regulations before doing any work on your house. I am not a professional antenna installer and there are different variables [read How I Grounded My Outdoor Antenna]
Amazon Prime Day: Black Friday in July
Recently I posted an article on all the benefits of Amazon Prime in addition to being a tool in the belt to watch TV without cable. Well, this Wednesday Amazon.com is giving us all another reason to check out Amazon Prime. They are calling it “Prime Day”. Amazon is turning 20 years old this July [read Amazon Prime Day: Black Friday in July]
A Look at the Winegard FlatWave Amped
A few years ago, my wife and I decided to keep a TV diary to see which networks we watched. It turned out that 90% of the time we were watching networks like ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox. These channels are on broadcast television and can be received for free, in HD, and have a crystal clear [read A Look at the Winegard FlatWave Amped]
Old TV? Use a Digital Converter Box
I love getting emails from readers with questions about how to watch TV without cable. Word is spreading that you can save thousands of dollars on a cable bill and still enjoy your favorite programs. As I said in my Mohu Leaf Review, TV from an antenna is crystal clear. The picture quality is much [read Old TV? Use a Digital Converter Box]
Unhappy with Cable TV? Join the Club
It’s been a week of terrible news for the cable TV industry. It appears people’s displeasure with their cable TV service is increasing. This comes in the wake of new internet TV services, like Sling TV and HBO Now on Apple TV, that provide consumers with new ways to watch TV. The latest Consumer Reports [read Unhappy with Cable TV? Join the Club]
Mohu Sky 60 Outdoor TV Antenna Review
Product: Mohu Sky 60 Rating: Rating:5 Pros: -Rated for 60 Miles -Has a Discreet Look -Easy Installation Cons: -None More Info Last November, Mohu sent me a few of their antennas to test and share my thoughts. If you’ve read my Mohu Leaf review, you know how impressed I was with their indoor antennas. They could [read Mohu Sky 60 Outdoor TV Antenna Review]
Broadcast TV is not Only Free, It’s Better
What is Broadcast TV? Broadcast TV channels (also known as over the air or OTA channels) were transmitted in analog prior to the laws changing in 2009. Those signals were received by a home antenna, translated by an tuner within the television, and displayed the signal in the form of a TV program on the TV screen. When broadcast [read Broadcast TV is not Only Free, It’s Better]
Watch Free TV on Xbox One
Microsoft has been marketing it’s Xbox One as the only device you need to attach to your living room television. It’s a superb game system, it runs apps like Sling TV, Hulu, and Netflix, and now you can connect a TV antenna for networks like Fox, ABC, NBC, CBS and more. That’s right! This week [read Watch Free TV on Xbox One]
Mohu Channels, Streamer Meets Antenna
UPDATE: This streaming device has been discontinued is no longer available. For those of us that watch TV without cable, the TV antenna has never gone out of style. Since TV broadcasts went digital in 2009, TV antennas have produced a higher quality, clearer picture than what is provided by cable and Satellite TV. Add a [read Mohu Channels, Streamer Meets Antenna]
Turn a TV into a PC and Media Hub
When cutting the cable cord, figuring out which streaming device to purchase can sometimes be frustrating. Every streaming service isn’t always available on the device you would like to use. For example, Roku 3 doesn’t support iTunes and Apple TV doesn’t support Amazon. While some devices support more services than others, there will always be [read Turn a TV into a PC and Media Hub]
Do I Need a Smart TV to Cut the Cord?
The word is getting out about how easy and affordable it is to enjoy TV without cable. While there are a number of articles and guides on which streaming device and subscriptions to buy to replace your monthly cable bill, there is much less information on what kind of TV you need. I’ve encountered numerous [read Do I Need a Smart TV to Cut the Cord?]
The Affordable Small Business Phone System
Occasionally, when discussing the benefits of replacing cable with Internet TV, I meet small business owners that feel they can’t break ties with their cable company. Usually, their small business phone service is provided through a “Cable for Business” bundle from their TV provider. That’s when I tell them about Grasshopper. Grasshopper Small Business Phone [read The Affordable Small Business Phone System]
Mohu Promo Code: 25% Off All TV Antennas!
Mohu is offering fantastic deals at the moment. Currently, there is also a promotion to get 25% off on any purchase at checkout. Now is the time to get a great deal on a fantastic product and say goodbye to cable bills forever. If not for you, do it for your friends and family. They [read Mohu Promo Code: 25% Off All TV Antennas!]
The App That Saves Money – Literally
I’m always interested in tips to save extra money. Having a wife that works as a Disney travel planner means that we take our 2 girls on the occasional trip to Orlando. Taking a family of four anywhere is expensive, so I’m always looking for apps that will save money, or better yet, make money. My [read The App That Saves Money – Literally]
Ditching Cable Benefits Our Kids
Everybody knows there are financial benefits realized when cutting the cable cord. However, there are certain perks one doesn’t realize until they drop their cable subscription for a Mohu Leaf and a Roku. This is especially true of one unexpected benefit my kids are reaping due to living a life without cable; Watching less advertising. [read Ditching Cable Benefits Our Kids]
Curl Up With Some Good Audiobooks
After being completely obsessed with the Serial Podcast, I have completely come around on audio books, or “audiobooks.” Whichever way you spell it, audiobooks aren’t just for long car rides anymore. With smartphones and earbuds becoming standard issue for many, it’s extremely convenient to work out, walk the dog, or do chores while listening to the top [read Curl Up With Some Good Audiobooks]
The Best Weather App for iPhone
For local weather hourly, noaa.gov or weather.com will suffice. But what if you want to know if a storm will start in the next few minutes? The Dark Sky weather app accomplishes just that. Why have local weather hourly when you can view an up to the minute forecast of the spot you are standing? Dark [read The Best Weather App for iPhone]
Google Comments on Net Neutrality
Google’s recent FCC filing gives cable and satellite internet providers plenty to worry about. While Google’s 4 page FCC public comment doesn’t explicitly support regulating Internet service providers as public utilities, it does provide reason why treating ISPs as telecommunications companies would increase competition among providers. The FCC is currently considering treating Internet service providers [read Google Comments on Net Neutrality]