Digital Broadcast TV Experience

#51
#51
Sports (and mostly Tennessee sports) is the only thing that keeps me paying for cable. I have more channels than I can count and probably only watch about five of them. This time of year, I rarely turn on my television unless it's to watch some late night King of Queens reruns.
 
#52
#52
Freak said:
Sports (and mostly Tennessee sports) is the only thing that keeps me paying for cable. I have more channels than I can count and probably only watch about five of them. This time of year, I rarely turn on my television unless it's to watch some late night King of Queens reruns.
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Last fall was my first Football season w/o cable. I didn't miss a game.
 
#55
#55
utvolpj said:
I guess but that's why fios is awesome :) (even without mentioning the internet speeds)



I have a dvr I built myself. Installed a couple of programs and I can record any channel I receive



that's the biggest issue (no channel surfing) and why we picked out some series on Hulu or Netflix and watch 1-2 episodes when we get a chance.
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Looked at Fios last night, but apparently I don't have it in my area yet. Sucks...
 
#57
#57
Despite the appealing $35 price tag it doesn't sound like the Google Chomcast is quite there yet. Only streams a couple services and the mirror option from a chrome browser (only) apparently doesn't perform well. Im sure google will perfect this device but it looks like roku and ATV are still best options for now.

Google Chromecast Review - Watch CNET's Video Review

I mirror to my ATV all the time as well as pull media from my devices. Being limited to only the chrome browser instead of mirroring the whole desktop is a deal breaker for me.
 
#58
#58
Only got to play with the chromecast briefly today but it does what it says. It's still limited on apps but I put a few youtube videos (from phone and tablet) on the TV and they looked great. Install is basically plug and play
 
#59
#59
utvolpj said:
we still get HGTV with the fios app on the xbox but really don't watch it much. Can't remember if we get History or not



you do not need to subscribe to a tv package to get WatchESPN. At least I know this is true with Verizon fios
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I will try it then but I logged on with my Comcast account and it told me I needed to have Cable programming. I'll try it again though.
 
#60
#60
Yup have to have a TV subscription to view WatchESPN with Comcast. Stupidest **** I have seen. What the **** is the point in having a TV subscription for the same **** that they play on TV?
 
#61
#61
jwp1223 said:
Yup have to have a TV subscription to view WatchESPN with Comcast. Stupidest **** I have seen. What the **** is the point in having a TV subscription for the same **** that they play on TV?
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What are you talking about? You think espn & cable companies are gonna let you watch their premium channels for free? You realize watchespn is a way to let you watch events on espn when you're on the go assuming you have a cable subscription with espn. Pretty simple concept.
 
#62
#62
So I am rocking the old school rabbit ears. They serve their purpose. Get everything except PBS. However, they are kind of an eyesore next to my wall mounted TV and I do have to adjust them between a couple of channels.

While it's not a priority to get a new antenna, I'm compiling a Christmas list for when my family draws names next week. Figured I would look into a more modern antenna and if they fall within the christmas gift price range I would put one on there.

Getting to the point, does anyone have any experience with one of these...

Amazon.com: RCA ANT1650F/ANT1650R Flat Digital Amplified Indoor TV Antenna: Electronics

How well do they work and do they need a power supply?
 
#64
#64
Are there any streaming devices that can stream from a web browser? Specifically, I'm looking for a way to stream CBS shows to the TV, since they have to be difficult and not license to Hulu.

No, I don't want temporary options where I have to plug my laptop up every time I want to watch. I want something integrated in my home theater.

I'm thinking about going Hulu Plus and doing an attic antenna to get at least some live sports.
 
#65
#65
Well here's my plan right now.

Mohu Leaf

Actually thinking of doing the Leaf 50, which is amplified. Can I mount this in my attic? I don't want it hanging up in my living room.

Channel Master DVR+

Pros:
No monthly subscription fee like TiVo
Dual Tuners
Connectable to external hard drive for expandable memory
HDMI connection direct to TV

Cons:
$250 up front cost
Only 2 hrs of HD storage capacity out of the box

Hulu Plus

Hulu subscription will be offset by my canceling of Netflix, since I only used Netflix to watch TV shows that are available on Hulu anyway.

So I'm looking at $300-$400 up front and eliminating $70/mo. in subscription costs. I could even do without the DVR, probably. I would do TiVo, but if I'm paying $20/mo. for channel data, doesn't that defeat the purpose of cord-cutting to some degree?

Any tips from any antenna users in Knoxville? It looks like I've got 15 channels transmitted approx. 5 miles from my house, and another 3 that are approximately 25 miles that I'd like to pick up. Hence the amplified antenna, even though the standard Leaf is rated at 30 miles. Better safe than sorry.

Can I split the signal from the Leaf? I will only be using it on one TV at a time, for the most part.


And I know the answer to this question, but I'll ask anyway. Any cord-cutting options to get ESPN?
 
#66
#66
Google Chromecast allows streaming from a laptop. Then you have Apple TV that streams straight from the device itself or from any apple device. The con that kept me from Chromecast was the lack of watchespn support. As for espn, Netflix or any subscription app if you know somebody then your good.
 
#70
#70
Thrasher865 said:
Are there any streaming devices that can stream from a web browser? Specifically, I'm looking for a way to stream CBS shows to the TV, since they have to be difficult and not license to Hulu.

No, I don't want temporary options where I have to plug my laptop up every time I want to watch. I want something integrated in my home theater.

I'm thinking about going Hulu Plus and doing an attic antenna to get at least some live sports.
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Chromecast will mirror the chrome browser from any device. I've not seen it in action but reviews say it's a little clunky but does work.

If you have a Mac just get an AppleTV.
 
#71
#71
Thrasher865 said:
Can you watch ESPN and ESPN2 programming on WatchESPN? I know you couldn't on ESPN3.com, but I haven't ever tried on WatchESPN.
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All the espn channels are available. It depends on the subscription of the persons account info you pilfer as to what you get. Espnu is usually the only one that may be questionable.

 
#72
#72
Thrasher865 said:
Can you watch ESPN and ESPN2 programming on WatchESPN? I know you couldn't on ESPN3.com, but I haven't ever tried on WatchESPN.
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Yes but you will need someone with a cable subscription to give you a log-in.
 
#73
#73
govols/cc said:
All the espn channels are available. It depends on the subscription of the persons account info you pilfer as to what you get. Espnu is usually the only one that may be questionable.
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I use my mom's Charter account and she gets U but not News. She doesn't have any extra sports package.
 
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