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Aaron Gates

Editor

Aaron Gates has 10 years of editing experience, with 7 of those years dedicated to product review editing and consumer-focused content. He’s supplemented his writing studies degree from Utah Valley University with an ACES certification in accurate, audience-focused editing, and he works with writers at CableTV.com to help produce engaging content and trustworthy copy through conscious editing. Most evenings you’ll find Aaron thriving in Seattle, geeking out with his husband over the latest horror films, and impatiently waiting for the next season of X-Men ’97 to drop.

Hopper 3 vs Genie

DISH Hopper 3 vs. DIRECTV Genie

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Equipment, Reviews

Feature-rich and powerful, the DISH Hopper 3 is consistently named the best TV box in the biz. DIRECTV’s Genie is well-regarded, but not as mighty, and consistently second-banana to the Hopper 3. If you want more details, keep reading to see what we’ve dug up on both boxes.

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Read Our Cable TV Provider Customer Satisfaction Survey

2026 TV Customer Satisfaction Awards: Spectrum Streaming Unseats Fios, Cable Providers Hold Strong

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Best of the Best, Entertainment, Featured, Industry News, Reviews, TV

We asked nearly 5,000 TV customers to rate their TV providers across categories such as cost, reliability, channel count, and more. See how top providers like Spectrum, Xfinity, Verizon, and more rank in customer satisfaction.

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MLB TV logo with a collage of MLB photographs in the background.

MLB.TV Review 2026: Cost, Plans, and More

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Reviews, Sports, Streaming

After spending over 100 hours researching and testing MLB.TV, we can safely say this streaming service is perfect for baseball aficionados looking for out-of-market MLB access.

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A collage of images from "Strip Law," "The Night Agent," "Shoresy," and "Murder in Glitterball City," shows covered in CableTV.com’s What to Watch This Week column for Feb. 16–22.

What To Watch This Week: Stream Our Top 7 TV and Movie Picks (Feb. 16—22)

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Entertainment, What to Watch

Relax this week with top TV picks for AMC+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, and more! Discover what to watch in our Feb. 16–22 guide.

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Is multi-gig internet worth it?

Is Multi-Gigabit Internet Worth The Hype?

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Entertainment, Industry News, Internet, Outreach

Multi-gig internet is the next big thing in internet tech, but what do people think about it? CableTV.com talked to more than 7,000 internet customers and here’s what we found out.

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Senior man and woman sitting on couch looking at tablet

Best TV and Internet Bundles for Seniors for 2026

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Best of the Best, Deals, Entertainment, Industry News, Internet, TV

If you’re a senior looking for new internet and TV plans, CableTV.com’s here to help. We’ve done the research and compiled the top internet and TV bundles that will satisfy both you and the grandkids with fast internet speeds and everybody’s favorite TV channels.

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An illustrated graphic for CableTV.com's 2026 Live TV Streaming Customer Satisfaction Survey featuring a woman celebrating.

2026 Best Live TV Streaming Customer Satisfaction Survey: TV Superfans Are Happier Paying Premium Prices

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Featured, Industry News, Reviews, Streaming, TV

We surveyed 8,000+ customers to find the best live TV streaming services of 2026. See what topped the list and why the results differ a lot from previous years.

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How to Watch MLB Sunday Leadoff on Peacock by CableTV.com

How To Watch MLB Sunday Leadoff in 2026: Your Complete Streaming Guide

by | Feb 23, 2026 | How to Watch, Sports, Streaming

MLB Sunday Leadoff has moved from Roku to Peacock for the 2026 season. Here’s the complete 18-game schedule and how to stream every matchup live.

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Why People Pay for Cable

51% of Americans Still Subscribe to Cable TV: The Top Reasons Why

by | Feb 23, 2026 | Entertainment, Industry News, Outreach, TV

With all of the streaming services out there, why are people still paying for cable TV? Live sports and comfort are the big reasons.

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Student Discounts for Streaming

The Best Student Discounts for Streaming: Pay Less With These Deals for College Students

by | Feb 22, 2026 | Deals, Entertainment, Family, Industry News, Streaming

What’s the best part of college? The couple dollars you save on subscription services. And those dollars add up! I’ve scoured the web for the best student discounts in streaming, and compiled this list of the ones that I think are worth taking.

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