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.

DIRECTV VS. Optimum

by Eric Chiu | Oct 13, 2025 | Reviews, TV

From contracts to channel counts, we break down everything you need to know about Optimum and DIRECTV plans.

DIRECTV vs. Cox: Which TV Provider is Better?

by Amy Young and Logan Jones | Oct 13, 2025 | Entertainment, Reviews, TV

DIRECTV and Cox have comparable prices, but DIRECTV takes the cake with bigger channel lineups and a free DVR. Our review gives you all of the details.

A collage of images from Haha You Clowns, Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy, Loot, and Hal & Harper, shows covered in CableTV.com’s What to Watch This Week column for Oct. 13–19.

What To Watch This Week: Stream Our Top 6 TV and Movie Picks (Oct. 13–19)

by Randy Harward | Oct 13, 2025 | Entertainment

This week’s “What To Watch” picks include the new Adult Swim show Haha You Clowns (also streaming on HBO Max), Michael Chernus playing the title role in Peacock’s Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy on Peacock, the third season of Loot on Apple TV+, and more. Let’s hit the couch!

Image of denim back pocket with a display of Mastercards poking out

Internet, TV, and Mobile Deals of October 2025: Free Gift Cards Galore

by Logan Jones | Oct 13, 2025 | Deals, Industry News

Stop overpaying! CableTV.com’s deals expert finds the week’s deepest internet, TV, & mobile deals and discounts. Get exclusive, updated savings you won’t find anywhere else.

How To Watch the 2025 NBA Preseason

by Taylor Kujawa | Oct 13, 2025 | Entertainment

The NBA preseason marks the perfect opportunity to rekindle your passion for your favorite basketball teams. Fortunately, you can watch most preseason games across local and national channels.

How to Watch the 2025 Daytime Emmys

by Olivia Bono | Oct 13, 2025 | Entertainment

This year’s Daytime Emmys break the mold by airing in October rather than early Summer—but you won’t find it on broadcast TV. Keep reading for more information.

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade floats appear on a flat-screen TV.

How To Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025

by Olivia Bono | Oct 11, 2025 | Entertainment

Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without oversized balloons and epic lip-synced performances. Fortunately, you can watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade live on NBC and Peacock.

Message asking "Are you sure you want to cancel" above a mouse pointer on a "YES" button with a green outline with a "NO" button with a red outline to the right.

How Many Americans Have Forgotten to Cancel a Streaming Free Trial? New Study Shocks the Experts.

by Olivia Bono | Oct 10, 2025 | Industry News

Most people have signed up for a streaming service’s free trial, and a lot of people intend to cancel once the promo period is over. But not everyone remembers to do so.

Picture of the three sisters from Hocus Pocus

My Must-Watch List: The 5 Best Disney Movies to Watch for Halloween

by Sophie Hastings | Oct 10, 2025 | Entertainment

Get ready for ‘Hocus Pocus’ and ‘Halloweentown’! Our top five Disney Halloween picks mix cozy chills, campy witchcraft, and family-friendly frights for the perfect October marathon.

650 Hours of Horror: How to Watch AMC’s FearFest 2025

by Randy Harward | Oct 9, 2025 | Entertainment, Horror

The 31 Nights of Halloween are back! From October 1–31, you’ll be able to enjoy your favorite spooky classics every day on the Freeform channel.

Aaron Gates

Don't miss an update