If I Cut the Cable TV Cord in 2024, I'd Do This!

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Are you ready to cut the cable TV cord? This is the ultimate beginner's guide to cutting the cord in 2024. In this updated video, I walk you through my 7-step process to cancel cable or satellite TV and switch to streaming. This new tutorial includes updates to help you fight back against the rising cost of live TV and internet service. View a written version of this guide on MichaelSaves.com: michaelsaves.com/streaming/ho...
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12:10 Finalize Your Starting Streaming TV Budget
14:20 Cancel Cable TV Service
15:24 Comparison Shop and Explore Ways to Save
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@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. If you've got any other cord-cutting tips, add them in the comments!

@gwynthh1756 5 ай бұрын

Hi Michael! Thanks a bunch for your very generous tips. To confirm, if you have a smart (8 years old) but also want wifi, a router is needed, correct?

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

@@gwynthh1756 yes that’s correct. The units I show in the video are called gateways. They’re router-modem combos in one unit. But you do need a router for WiFi

@paulsmith9341 5 ай бұрын

If you use an indoor antenna don't cheap out. Don't believe exaggerated range for cheap ones. If you live close to the broadcast towers the cheap ones will work. Look for one that has a coax cable fitting at the antenna and use a RG6 cable with triple or quad shielded cable. Antennas that come with a skinny cable permanently attached are garbage. I started with one and the pixelation was terrible. With a shielded cable results are excellent. I'm in my antenna setup about 40 bucks. If you are very far from the broadcast antenn🎉a you might have to have an roof mounted model.

@Drew-ql3gq 5 ай бұрын

My grand ma cut the cord

@Drew-ql3gq 5 ай бұрын

@@MichaelSavesmy grandma cut the cord

@PhotoTrekr 4 ай бұрын

Several years ago I was paying Comcast $234.00 a month for cable tv, phone, and internet service. I had been a Comcast customer since the 1980's. But, enough was enough. I dropped cable tv, kept the internet service and signed up for streaming services. I was still paying about $100.00 a month for internet service. But, lately AT&T fiber has come to my neighborhood. Now I'm paying half as much for twice the speed and lovin it.

@dirkz.duggitz1567 4 ай бұрын

In the town I live in, Comcast is the only Internet option there is. No one else even sells in my area. We got the shaft. Hard.

@barna1299 3 ай бұрын

We've been with Comcast Xfinity the last ten years for internet and cable tv, we didn't like the idea of going with satellite dish services, and there was no other worthy internet service that was wired in. But recently AT&T installed a large equipment pole on our street and I've been wondering if this is for wired internet... Can you please tell me what is the website for AT&T Fiber..? We are now very tired of the high costs of cable + internet with Comcast Xfinity and their extra bogus fees, and are inching our way towards cutting the cable service and only keeping the internet plan, and then signing up for a live tv streaming service. Thanks for your input about AT&T Fiber and how I can find out more info.

@belaalee 3 ай бұрын

I am in the same boat as i am paying for cable, internet and home security and they bumped up the price to $260 a month. I do wanna keep their 1 gig internet (very reliable) but definitely want to get rid of tv. For home, i would like to look at other options. Any guidance would be much appreciated

@PhotoTrekr 3 ай бұрын

@@belaalee One good thing is that it was easy to drop Comcast. When I went into the Comcast store to return my Comcast modem and drop my service, the person I spoke to just said, "Ok.". No, trying to talk me out of it, no offering lower rates, just a simple transaction. FWIW, I now use KZfaq TV as my main streaming service. But, there are lots of them available. See which one(s) are best for you.

@tristanwwsd 3 ай бұрын

@@belaalee The best thing I ever did with my TV was dumping cable. I kept the internet though. Got a $40 ROKU stick and signed up for Sling. It was so easy and worked so well I took all my cable TV boxes to the store and turned them in the next day. Good riddance. I'm in a major city so I put an antenna outside on my eve and I get major network channels for local news plus a bunch more. Now I'm looking at ATT fiber internet that is almost half of my cable internet service. Do it!

@MrKim-kv2vv 2 ай бұрын

Cut the cord yesterday (4/3/24), cut cost from $250.00+ to $125.19 monthly.

@THX-uo9dm Ай бұрын

Hell yeah! I am looking to but the cord too. Just doing a lot of research cause I hate change but I hate the rising cost of shitty Uverse more.

@elliotwalton6159 5 ай бұрын

I cut my cable cord in 2007. Never looked back. It saved my sanity especially during a certain recent period when the world went quite mad.

@jeffrandolf5673 3 ай бұрын

Yes, Cable News Legacy Media has brainwashed millions. They went hard core in 2015.

@ReasonablySane 9 күн бұрын

I didn't just cut the cable cord. I removed all broadcast television from my home. And I did it in 1997. It changed my life. The biggest impact it had with something I never saw coming: it virtually eliminated my consumerism. And one impact of that was because I stopped seeing food in restaurant commercials, I lost 55 lbs. 😎

@jamilalove77 3 ай бұрын

This was one of the best, well thought out, very informative videos I have ever seen. I just became a cord cutter today. Thank you!

@richh650 5 ай бұрын

As another long-time cord cutter since 2009, your advice was spot on. Well done.

@paulsmith9341 5 ай бұрын

Thank you, Micheal! I've cancelled the other cord cutting KZfaq channels and only kept yours!

@SGBolt1934 5 ай бұрын

Another well presented informational video.. Cut the cord last march and have not looked back.. Thanks

@karenjohnson5793 2 ай бұрын

I’m so glad I found your video. Thanks so much.. we are cutting the cord. I have Spectrum paying nearly $300. I can’t thank you enough. Great tutorial.💯

@saintinlower48 4 ай бұрын

Wow! I am a DUMMIE when it comes to all of this and have been watching from my 10 year old TV with no cable (as of a year ago) and just a ROKU which is so-so. I'm about to get a new TV for my family and have been confused at how to live stream certain sporting events (100% for my son) at the same time since they will be broadcast on different stations (whatever it's called). You've totaly narrowed this down for me! Thank you so much!

@johnnewton4172 4 ай бұрын

The best instructional video I’ve seen. Lots of great info. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@ebonyclark1774 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, We are cutting cable today, our bill went up $60 and we were informed that we are not getting the cable speed we are paying for with our outdated equipment. We have been with this company for 20 years. Just think if I had put a portion of that money toward an annuity. Geez Louise!!! Thank you for this valuable information. You are the best!!

@jeffrandolf5673 3 ай бұрын

Sounds like you're with the company that starts with "Xfin..." or ''Com..."? My cable TV/internet package has been going UP $20 every 6 months for the past 10 years. I remember it being around $100/mo in 2010 to now $296/mo! ... for two TVs. I could've saved $20,000.00

@carlcampbell6827 3 ай бұрын

Ditto ebonyclark

@joester4life 2 ай бұрын

Xfinity and Comcast is the same company. Comcast is the parent company, as Xfinity is just their Provider for service: Internet, TV, and Phone. But in the past couple years, Comcast Xfinity was contacting individuals to upgrade their modem. Since most users were running DOCSIS 3.0. They were upgrading to 3.1 for faster speeds via DL/UL. Which I heard is currently happening. The problem with Comcast, like other provider companies is, people pays for x price for their device… and the company keeps taking your money; but never contacting you for a better one… for the same price.

@luisbarrientos7322 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the thorough tutorial. I’ve been meaning to cut the cord but, never invested the to learn how. You’ve made it easy to figure out how to customize my budget.

@dog2819 5 ай бұрын

I pay for multiple on demand streaming apps and it still comes out cheaper than KZfaq TV alone. Thanks for the video!😊

@kathleenregan2679 3 ай бұрын

I am so glad I found your videos! I have had the Comcast triple-play bundle for years and years, and while it once made economic sense, it no longer does as they have raised their price three times in under five months. Today's bill is ten bucks more than last month's, which was ten bucks more than the month before. I still use a home phone and have accepted that I will have to use my cell all the time. I am nervous about changing so much tech in my life all at once, especially as I am not very tech-savvy. There is no competition for Comcast where I live but I won't continue to allow them to take financial advantage of me. People like you, Michael, perform an important-and comforting-service. Thanks.

@MichaelSaves 3 ай бұрын

So are you going to internet only? Xfinity Mobile (Verizon network) isn’t a bad service if you don’t have something lined up for cell phone. I used it as my primary carrier a few years ago and have lots of content on it. But I also understand why some people want to get as far away from their cable provider as possible. Good luck.

@jeffrandolf5673 3 ай бұрын

I'm in the same boat Kathleen. Been with Comcast Cable since 2004 when it was under $100/mo.with AT&T INTERNET for $35/mo.. Now my Comcast/Xfinity bundle is $296/mo. Every few months the bill just kept going UP & up & up & up??

@philipem1000 2 ай бұрын

I switched to TMobile for my internet. Some areas may not have as good service but I've been on it for year and it has been literally flawless for $50 a month unlimited. I have a cell through Boost Infinite for $20 per month. Cox alone was charging me $100 a month for internet only and it was always going down.

@Serai3 3 ай бұрын

I cut the cord back in 1995, long before it was a thing. Back then, I was content with my video collection, and I could always get the news from papers or people I knew. Now with the internet, there is only ONE reason to keep cable going, and that's sports broadcasting. Well, since that means less than nothing to me, I miss absolutely nothing by keeping my money. :)

@doctorrobert60 5 ай бұрын

Cellular is location for each of us. I have T Mobile wireless and bundled their home internet is $30/month for life. Also with my T Mobile plan includes Netflix in SD on one screen at a time. Added some streaming services and way ahead of Spectrum internet/tv. Thanks for all the information you have always provided!

@RichieColemanSr 2 ай бұрын

How do you like T-Mobile Internet?

@doctorrobert60 2 ай бұрын

@@RichieColemanSrHi Richie-Seems to work well enough. I did T Mobile check if available in my area and initially reported not able to sign up. Months later checked again and was available and signed up. Location of tower is key and I live in two story house and recommended to set up near window on second floor. I relocated my wireless router to upstairs and for added coverage added network extenders that connected to my router. This was not absolutely needed but did not want drop. The T Mobile unit is modem and has ethernet port and wireless but wanted to use my router. Just checked internet and download is 146 Mbps and upload is 27 Mbps. This is wireless speeds and better than I had with Spectrum. Some people who have better coverage have reported faster speeds than I. I have IPTV service and various streaming apps and almost never have any hiccups with service.

@onlyboatride 3 ай бұрын

Michael, thank you so much for doing the research and taking the time to put your videos out. Your simple explanations have been so helpful and enlightening, especially for us older guys who feel like we have been left behind in this high-tech world. I know that I have been paying way too much for cable, just because I don't like change. Thanks Again !

@DJaquithFL 5 ай бұрын

Wow! Bravo. That was an outstanding video packed with very useful information and well thought through. Excellent work! 👍😎👍

@annaburns5382 4 ай бұрын

This is very helpful. I have been wanting to switch to streaming, mostly because the channel selections with Dish and other cables companies is lousy. So many channels that I don't want to watch. My hesitation to switching to streaming is that I am not techie at all and am very nervous about trying to figure it all out.

@barbarajones6356 5 ай бұрын

Tried to drop cable because I don’t watch it. Lady sold me a BS package (no local channels) and actually asked, “Where’s your husband?” “ HE’S DEAD.” WHY DO I NEED A HUSBAND TO CANCEL CABLE?!?!?!

@paulajsh2254 4 ай бұрын

OMG

@jeffrandolf5673 3 ай бұрын

Wow! I'm with Comcast/Xfinity & they will ONLY SPEAK WITH the person the account is under. My wife said she won't even bother to try to talk to them as they need ME in the background relaying the answers.

@cgdmusicman09 3 ай бұрын

Its easy. Stop paying and return your box to your nearest store.

@ramonascottkemp2279 3 ай бұрын

Once upon a time...manager telecom call center. Competent employees were hard to find back then, but today??? 😮 It's called * "The Stupification of America", the demise of education in our country and we allowed it through Congress . *That is a quote and anyone who wants can use it😊 What a nightmare! Competence of people working in technology these days and we just made it too expensive for Americans to receive an education, so we import employees in from other countries. Countries. Special Visas tripled under the trump administration, and yeah over 6 years and many of those people are still here on those special visas, now married and having children!

@user-xz7yw5np3c 3 ай бұрын

Gotcha nap

@GEEERN 5 ай бұрын

I went from a high $258 spectrum cable bill. I replaced my cable with an antenna and stream the internet for 54.99 unlimited.

@NathanHutton-uy6vd 5 ай бұрын

I’m telling you Michael the antenna pair with the sling air TV is one of the best combinations ever I can watch my local channels anywhere on my phone, tablet at any time. It has saved me so much money!

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. Glad Antenna + Air TV is working for you!

@davew.5199 5 ай бұрын

I agree completely. Sling with Sports Extra, together with my antenna give me all the sports I need. History Vault ($5/mo) on Prime has started charging extra to see the best History programs. So I cancelled it. Sling has a large library of the best History Channel programs, albeit they include ads.

@Bob_Adkins 5 ай бұрын

DVR service is why I'm pretty much stuck with KZfaq TV. DIRECTV has a package I like, but at $84 they can keep it. I guess I could buy a little DVR to record off antenna, but don't want more clutter and extra remote.

@user-jb3gi4pk2q 3 ай бұрын

Hulu until hockey season ends...,philo or sling for the rest of the year ..😊

@elbirdhouse6567 3 ай бұрын

@@Bob_Adkins Sling gives you free DVR in the Cloud. I record my favorite shows so DVR availability was a must.

@acworthknothead Күн бұрын

Thank you, Michael. I found your videos on your website but there was a lot of jittering and no video. Thank you for your extremely valuable help. I'm about to switch and I appreciate all these tips.

@pleasantcrew 3 ай бұрын

Mike, this was an AMAZING video. Thank you!

@lindam_in_michigan3703 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video! I've been toying with the idea to get rid of cable and these steps really help.

@kyleroberts2426 3 ай бұрын

had my grandparents watch this to cut cable major help thank you

@stevestarr5968 3 ай бұрын

I for one appreciate all the useful information you provided to help people like me save money and figure out the best way to pick and choose what kind of streaming and internet services would work best.

@sherrijones1598 5 ай бұрын

I just cut Comcast TV this week and went with youtube tv. Your videos are very helpful. I have an older non smart tv and am using Chromecast to stream. I had to purchase a TV remote because I had to turn in my Comcast remote. Everything is working well.

@marimercy14 Ай бұрын

You can get an android box too.. Makes your nonsmart tv have internet access

@BillBadMule123 3 ай бұрын

I Have not had TV Cable over 6 years now and dont miss it at all . I have Fiber Optic internet 300 Mg down and 300 Mg upload speed for $31 a month and have a smart samsung TV that has built-in Roku TV and lots of other apps and internet

@sockhopsinger 5 ай бұрын

I was told if I cut the cord, I'd be busted for vandalism. :) Happy New Year Michael. Thanks for all the great content. '

@dozn1111 16 күн бұрын

Very informative for new streamers.thank you😊

@carmenrenee5146 Ай бұрын

I can’t believe I threw money out the window for so long. Went from 228 per month to $119 a YEAR for peacock. I have a couple other apps that are easy to access as well through my iPad or iPhone. Those total only around 25$ a month. I didn’t realize I didn’t need a lot of channels. I have my favorites and access to alllll the movies I can watch ♥️

@jeffreyclark1373 5 ай бұрын

Always Always on point

@SGR47 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for a lecture👍👍

@corym8358 3 ай бұрын

Good information! My cable + wifi bill was $268.00 this month and I don't even have premium channels. It has gotten insane.

@lisaayers1975 2 ай бұрын

Same here and Xfinity will not give me a lower price..Been with them 30 years 😒

@brendaedgehill7761 Ай бұрын

Same here and the bill keeps going up every month for no apparent reason. Smh I cut them off got sling and internet saving $150 and got lots of channels

@brotherjohnwaynecausey 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for today's live stream have a wonderful 2024

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Happy 2024!

@thefireshow1 4 ай бұрын

Excellent information! You taught me a lot. This was a 5-star video. God bless Go Buckeyes and thank you !👍🏈😎

@patrickklepper3641 3 ай бұрын

I've been a KZfaq TV subscriber since it was first available in my area. It was great in the beginning, somewhere around $45-$50 a month and now I'm paying $100 and rarely even use it. I think for most people once they ditch any sort of cable TV whether it's from a local provider or live tv streaming service, they'll realize they don't even miss it. We mainly watch on demand content, Apple TV, regular KZfaq, MAX, and Netflix. As you said that's where the best content is anyway. The only thing keeping regular cable tv and streaming tv providers in business is sports content, i.e. ESPN. Once it goes a la carte, they're done.

@reddragon4486 3 ай бұрын

Very informative, this guy really did his research and it's spot on! My problem is cutting my cable would also cut my 3 part bundle price...I would lose my landline discount which is basically free. So in order to cut my cable bill. It would wind up being nearly the same every month after I lose the 3 bundle package price. Thank you for your advice!

@constitutionalized8810 5 ай бұрын

If you're paying for hundreds of channels and only watching a hand full, you're WAY overpaying for your service. The channels on streaming are the same channels except you can at least get it for half the price. Just buy the internet access, your streaming service and your streaming boxes. Once you pay for the streaming boxes there's no more monthly cable box rental fees.

@worldview730 Ай бұрын

Thanks, Great advice and help

@judithhunter9668 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for these information 🙏

@michael0.770 5 ай бұрын

It is possible to pay as much for streaming as cable, but this is not the case for the great majority. I have about 30 channels, most free, and I like all the content. With cable, I probably watched 10% of the programs. I pay around $30/month, as opposed to $100+ back around 10 years ago. Thanks for this video, Michael. It's very well done.

@riceburner4747 4 күн бұрын

Thank u! I'm subscribed to Tyler & I JUST subscribed to you. I can never learn too much. When I was in my late 60's, I installed an outdoor RCA antenna into my old Directv post @ my trailer I rent. Did this 5yrs ago. I'm out in the "boonies" but avg 47-55 channels. I have to go out & rotate it every Spring (tree obstacles/leaves) & back again in the Fall, but NO $60 monthly bills! Indoor antennas only gave me around 30 channels. It's not perfect, but better than tin foil rabbit ears, & I'm satisfied. 👍🇺🇸

@cerberus6988 5 ай бұрын

The C.G.I. image of you is really good, 9 out of 10.

@54frances 4 ай бұрын

This was very helpful video!!! Thanks

@pnojazz 2 ай бұрын

I finally cut the cord! And I’m loving KZfaq tv!😂❤

@Frank_Reynolds__. 18 күн бұрын

You didn't really cut the cord then or save any money. By the time you add the internet back it's the same cost. At this point it's usually cheaper to stream thru your cable provider because you get bundle discounts

@user-gp9ft2pc8i 3 күн бұрын

Exactly

@user-gp9ft2pc8i 3 күн бұрын

Come back after 3 months when the price isn’t 25 bucks

@ScratchGlass9 3 ай бұрын

Excellent information. 👍

@dougmorris9317 5 ай бұрын

Michael I feel like an old pro now thanks to you, but I still enjoyed watching this as I do all your videos. I did want to add one thing of my own--if you get an indoor antenna but only get a 1-2 ota channels, it might be the age of your tv. Thats what happened to me. Got a Mohu Leaf, only got my local NBC channel. But it was a 32" 2011 Panasonic. In 2020 I decided to get a bigger tv, a 43" LG and using the exact same Mohu antenna I got ALL my local channels in fact 65 channels total.

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Interesting! Good tip!

@EvralTatum-Mcfield-ov2mi 5 ай бұрын

My tv is a 42 inches LED Panasonic, and with my RCA antenna, i scan 38 channels here in Boston, some stronger than others, but i’m good, i be more on my laptop than watching television all day😅

@sharonjackson9994 5 ай бұрын

I tried the antenna thing and only got one local news channel and some random weird channel I never watched.

@lindahill1199 2 ай бұрын

Good to know!!

@Essence12012 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! You're the best!

@jimmygup 3 ай бұрын

Very helpful!

@flintmcrock636 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Perfect info for me and the wife to decide.

@9liveslisa 5 ай бұрын

I switched to streaming in November 2023. I chose KZfaq TV because I do like to watch the news at night and live news. I also like some of the stations. But to be honest now that I am over my learning curve, I watch regular KZfaq on my TV the most. Lots of content, I can skip through the commercials. I'm going to keep KZfaq TV for at least a year and then I'll decide whether I'm going to keep it.

@Tes7000 5 ай бұрын

I got access to KZfaq TV through a friend, and frankly, not being able to fast forward through the long commercial breaks is kind of a deal-breaker. I am trying to find out if Philo TV allows fast-forwarding through commercials, because if so, I will probably switch and just use my antenna and DVR for local channels.

@stageactor1958 3 ай бұрын

@@Tes7000 Do you mean that you can't fast forward through commercials on a DVR recorded program?

@Tes7000 3 ай бұрын

@@stageactor1958 I can now. I figured out what I was doing wrong. When I would add programs to my library, KZfaq TV would add on demand versions of shows that had already aired. I am actually able to fast forward through commercials on recorded programs.

@ricktaylor26 5 ай бұрын

I cut the cord yesterday. I feel free I’m fine with the free streaming in fact the interface with the pictures of the program is so much better.

@richwilson9517 5 ай бұрын

Thanks! terrific. anticipated so many questions people have. rw

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@williamhanna5224 4 ай бұрын

Excellent !

@211sweetypie 5 ай бұрын

I cut the cord over a decade ago. Streaming is the new normal. I just moved into an apartment complex rental that offers free unlimited decent WiFi internet service. I purchased two Roku TVs to go with that. Now I have endless free entertainment, no cable bills. I get Netflix free with my cellphone plan and only watch free streaming channels/apps and I get local channels too. Sweet! 😊

@ssnobrakesable 4 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@margotvsburns6854 9 күн бұрын

this guy's really good

@Kevdog1920 3 күн бұрын

Good tips

@RangerBob2541 Ай бұрын

Great video with essential info for cord cutting. Thanks Michael.

@debbywycye4602 4 ай бұрын

Dish just jacked my bill $40 a month. Enough. I am streaming Paramount & Peacock. Love them both. And I have Roku cause my TV is old. Here's my problem. I am addicted to my DVR. I need to be able to DVR on my streaming devices. Also, Michael, Roku is not free. I pay $12 a month. Thank you for this video. It is extremely helpful and I really enjoyed it!

@MichaelSaves 4 ай бұрын

What is costing you $12/month with Roku? It only costs money if you have subscriptions tied to it. In place of DVR, can you use the WatchList in Paramount Plus and Peacock?

@NJa-vt6rw 4 ай бұрын

Roku only has one time purchase cost

@pcservertech 5 ай бұрын

Another thing to remember when deciding on internet only plan is if you work remotely and rely on the same internet connection to work remotely, you may need to jump to the 400-600 Mbps plan. Consider also wired connections in home may be faster and more reliable than wireless. Having newer networking equipment is usually better. Also unless you have a guaranteed level of service (internet connection speed) then your speed from your provider can vary sometimes widely out of the expected range. Great video and great content.

@hipoink1615 5 ай бұрын

I'm hardwired to DSL line for nine years now. As a remote medical coder, I download jumbo charts without hesitation. No outages. No price hikes. Standard is 45/month.

@r.rivera2754 4 ай бұрын

55 for fiber from at&t 1gig speed .. waiting for sonic, 10gig speed 55 bucks..

@thriftyArtiststitching 4 ай бұрын

@@hipoink1615can you tell me what company you have internet with? I’m a remote medical code also. Thanks for any info.

@hipoink1615 4 ай бұрын

land line phone company in your state@@thriftyArtiststitching

@skeller61 2 ай бұрын

Don’t forget, regular news (not local) is often streamed or packaged for a video on regular KZfaq. They also do sports, like college football, with delayed showings that cut out everything except the plays. So, if you’re like me, most games (except for my team, lol) I might be interested in, but it’s much better to watch a 30 minute video with all the plays than to waste 3-4 hours of a Saturday when I could be outside, enjoying the fall weather. Thanks for the video.

@kevincameron8437 5 ай бұрын

I rotate between Sling and Fubo due to the football programming. Fubo has the football I love, so after the season, it’s back to Sling for us. Good info.

@billjones4986 4 ай бұрын

Great idea,no cbs in sling tv either.

@Cyclotreker 5 ай бұрын

I have Hulu Live now bc I like watching live sports, like NBA and NFL but I constantly frustrated with Hulu. The live stream for games constantly freezes or there is a message about a problem with connecting. Then there is no customer service w/Hulu. No one to call or talk to. And most of these companies have no customer service.. I shouldn’t have to pay when I can’t see all the game because it freezes constantly…. Thanks for the good info abut cord cutting..

@Hada74 5 ай бұрын

Just went through this with Spectrum and lowered by bill by over $100 per month. Don't ask them about an alternative just tell them you want to disconnect. You will be transferred to an individual who will figure out a lower bill.

@ianbutler1983 5 ай бұрын

Yes, and repeat that after their first offer. You'll probably do better.

@DMS-pq8 5 ай бұрын

Something else to consider if you go heavy into streaming is you may need to buy a better more modern router, When I cut the cord and went exclusively to streaming for TV I found my old router which was fine for basic internet use struggled with the higher demand for TV streaming

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Good point!

@Frank-yr5cw 5 ай бұрын

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@chadpressley2557 4 ай бұрын

Another great video Michael. KZfaq TV goes off today and I have already reactivated by Philo this morning. I watch KZfaq TV during college football season then it gets cut off till next season. Seems to work for us.

@PhilEagon-hf1le Ай бұрын

Thanks

@MichaelSaves Ай бұрын

Thank you, Phil. I really appreciate it.

@billwiley7216 5 ай бұрын

Biggest issue I am currently seeing is much of the new programming has been moving behind singular channel or service subscription services. Start adding in all the required singular plans one needs today then the first thing you know you are back to paying the full price you were paying before. Just to give an example is like the popular Yellowstone spinoffs are behind the Paramount+ service or now take some NFL games are on the NFL channel while Thursday games are Amazon Prime subscription required. I actually keep You Tube TV as much for the included free DRV as I prefer to watch tv on my schedule rather than the networks but I hate paying the $85 a month because of the sports plan I have to add to get some programming I like.

@legendvalley 4 ай бұрын

WTG really enjoyed it. I am hopeing to move so just CUT IT out. I was aware of the free streams. I like to cast off my laptop the remote drives me nutz. So far my LG TV not doing to good on casting off my windows 11 laptop. Hoping to find the best TV for it soon. I do have old windows 10 for now look like the ole HDMI cord.

@HarlanLimpert 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@MichaelSaves 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@wendyjohnson-bx8hd 17 күн бұрын

Awesome video! But I have a question: we don’t have a smart tv. We have an old Apple Mac desk top computer with which we watched cable via the internet providers tv streaming service. How can we use your method with our current equipment? Our Mac computer is currently running on 10.13.6 and can’t be updated with any newer software 😢. And these apps, such as Pluto, how much memory or Ram do they take up when you download them? Many thanks for your help! We would like to watch local channels and free services.

@jaynec7499 5 ай бұрын

It would be great if you can do a comparison (pros/cons) of internet service on local carriers vs. Starlink. Thank you in advance!

@tywork 5 ай бұрын

I appreciate your information. In our case, we dvr many shows and movies to watch later. Will that be an obstacle in cutting the cable?

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Live TV services include cloud DVR. If you go with an antenna, consider buying a Tablo go DVR broadcast network shows.

@joisaunders8665 4 ай бұрын

Hello, I definitely want to cut the cord. I have Roku attached to one TV then verizon cable box on my other TV. Verizon is above $170 now this is outrageous. You may have answered this before but Question: with the streaming apps can you use the on demand feature?

@missann0906 5 ай бұрын

Well done,I cancelled I cut the cord earlier this year when the price increased to $186 with spectrum,I kept the internet and have a few streaming services that I enjoy watching,vs the cable service that I was not watching at all that’s when I made the decision to make a change,I am glad I did,your suggestion about trying out new streaming services with ads is a good idea to help lower the cost,even the ads with Prime is not that annoying.

@Frank-yr5cw 5 ай бұрын

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@Frank-yr5cw 5 ай бұрын

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@mikeslater6256 5 ай бұрын

Streaming since November 2022 and working great. Using t- mobile 5g internet, which capably handles 2 tvs at hd quality, 2 phones, 2 laptops and consistently downloads at 200+ mbps. Wondering if anyone is having reduced internet speeds due to usage saturation

@mikeslater6256 5 ай бұрын

We have you tube tv and frndly for wife channels like hallmark and lifetime. My son in law has Fubo because he’s into lots of sports. You are the expert on cord cutting. We used your advice when we cut. Just curious as to what you see as the next level of tv

@pattishea3716 4 ай бұрын

Do you have any information about the Super Box?

@Bob_Adkins 5 ай бұрын

Being into sports, DVR service is important to me. I have a good antenna, but would need a physical DVR and extra remote, may as well bite the bullet for KZfaq TV which needs no extra devices or remotes. Good video, thanks!

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

Tablo is a good option to DVR antenna channels.

@georgiarudeboy4468 2 ай бұрын

I tried to cut the cord but whats the point if you need 3 different services that cost the same combined

@user-gp9ft2pc8i 3 күн бұрын

Exactly

@sosaescobar7485 4 ай бұрын

I loved the video. The first one I watched of yours. I am ready to cut the cord and have already tried several services. Most recent Philo. Here is my issue. I just bought OTA antenna. Now I need to figure out how to dvr the content. I have been researching and came across Tablo 4th Generation OTA DVR. But it only supports 2 tuners. Any suggestions?

@MichaelSaves 4 ай бұрын

Tablo is OK. Definitely get the new one since it doesn’t have a subscription fee for the extended guide. How much do you really DVR from broadcast TV? Maybe 2 tuners is enough?

5 ай бұрын

question for Luke, Metronet is in our area are they reliable, I'm currently with Spectrum cable. Thank Ken in Kalamazoo

@judyrogge7648 4 ай бұрын

We are interested in regional sports networks for the most part. What is my best bet for the best, stable picture for watching our favorite teams? The service we watch now is choppy and sometimes lags. Direct TV Streaming?

@spackar2720 14 күн бұрын

I cancelled my cable tv service in 2023 and bought an amazon fire cube in order to replace it as I do not have a smart tv. I then cancelled my subscriptions to several apps/channels that I was not watching very often. Finally, I bought a Motorola modem and returned my Comcast/Xfinity modem. I have not signed up for a live tv streaming service. Because of these steps I am saving approximately $100.00 a month vs what I was paying when I had cable tv service.

@MichaelSaves 14 күн бұрын

Nice! This is the way to go!

@danmedawar8610 2 күн бұрын

What is your opinion of using a Super Box that has no subscription fees for premium streaming channels? They are legal in the USA and are available at Walmart and other retailers.

@MarkPlotkin-df8cn 21 күн бұрын

This reminds me of when we had to get a digital box antenna commercials back in the day ❤😂

@beautyofgrace3915 Ай бұрын

I cut Spectrum 5 years ago, I was paying over $200 a month. I got an antenna and I have about 45 channels, my Wi-Fi is with Zirrus which has been great, much better than Spectrum which was slow. I also have Philo and I pay $26 for some cable stations.

@MichaelSaves Ай бұрын

Very nice! Hope you're putting the savings to good use.

@beoz658 4 ай бұрын

My Xfinity bill just went from 180 to 240 today I am out

@micheleferruzzi3443 Ай бұрын

I am trying to learn about streaming want to cut the cord

@grendon147 Ай бұрын

Same!!

@borgkde 4 ай бұрын

HELP! If watching say CBS and I wanted to switch BACK to say, NBC, is there a quick way to go about such or do I have to search through the guide again? Example, DIRECTV has a “previous” button and/or a short cut to the last 4 channels watched. Makes it quick and easy. Please advise if you know of such. Thank you.

@coachscrapper444 4 ай бұрын

Hello Michael. How many TV's can you use You Tube TV on? We have 6 tv's. Thank you for what you do

@MichaelSaves 4 ай бұрын

As many as you want! Just only 3 streams at a time

@tkonzl6059 2 ай бұрын

Buy yourself a $79 TabloTV OTA DVR to record local channels and playback when you want. Very handy if you're not going to get KZfaqTV with a DVR.

@paulrose319 5 ай бұрын

not sure if its the same over the pound but some channels live tv aren't on streaming i use virgin go on my laptop and iPad and certain channels still need a set top box

@mikejanacone8328 3 ай бұрын

FuboTV is probably your most expensive live TV service because it offers your regional sports network. So that is an option if you want to get rid of cable and keep your RSN but it’s really not that much cheaper than cable

@PatB415 5 ай бұрын

Thanks! Is Tablo useful or a necessity? We recently went with ROKU + Tablo after dropping Channel Master. Tablo because we wanted to tape news & shows. Help pls.

@MichaelSaves 5 ай бұрын

If you want to record local stations, a Tablo is helpful. Some people find everything they need with on demand services. It’s really up to you and your preferences. Fortunately, the new Tablo they’re selling doesn’t have a monthly fee.

@fredk9999 Ай бұрын

Gladly.

@stageactor1958 3 ай бұрын

I am considering moving from Xfinity to Verizon for internet. Verizon offers 5G in my area (no FIOS). Your video seems to indicate it can handle up to 400 mps. My concern is will it be good enough for a household of 3 people? ALSO: Do the Live TV services like KZfaq stream in HD? We are VERY used to HD viewing. Anything less would be a deal breaker. Thoughts? Thanks!