Aaron Gates
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.
What Is a Broadcast TV Fee?
by Randy Harward and Logan Jones | Jun 3, 2025 | TV
According to TV providers, a broadcast TV fee, or broadcast surcharge, is what you pay for access to your local broadcast affiliates like ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC. We know what you’re thinkin’: Isn’t that why I pay for my TV plan every month? Well, you’d think so.
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Cheap and Free Internet for Students
by Rachel Oaks and Logan Jones | Jun 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Students can get free internet with help from community internet access points or internet service providers that offer the first 30–60 days of service free. Low-income families with students in K–12 can also get discounts on internet service.
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How to Choose the Best Live TV Streaming Service
by Bill Frost | Jun 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Since there are more live TV streaming options than the choices you have with cable (which is limited by area) or satellite (which is limited to DIRECTV and DISH), shopping around is a must. Once you have a decent internet connection, which live TV streaming service should you go with?
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Why Does My TV Keep Buffering?
by Eric Chiu | Jun 3, 2025 | TV
Annoyed that your TV keeps on buffering? Use our tech support guide to diagnose the most likely culprits.
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What To Watch This Weekend: Stream Our Top 6 TV and Movie Picks (June 2–8)
by Randy Harward | Jun 2, 2025 | Entertainment
This week’s What To Watch picks include the return of Resident Alien on Syfy, USA, and Peacock—plus the debuts of The Survivors (Netflix), Stick (Apple TV+) and Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose (Max), and more. Let’s hit the couch!
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Why More Gen Z, Millennials Are Bundling Cell Phone and Internet Service
by Eric Chiu | Jun 1, 2025 | Industry News
Gen-Z and millennial shoppers are nearly two times more likely to bundle cell phone and internet service compared to older shoppers. We talked to shoppers to understand why they’re bundling up.
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How to Watch the 2025 Tonys Live: Stream Death Becomes Her, Maybe Happy Ending, and More
by Olivia Bono | May 30, 2025 | Entertainment
This year’s Tony Awards are airing on CBS on June 8, at 8 p.m. ET. You might already have CBS if you subscribe to a cable TV plan or a live TV streaming service—since it’s a local channel, it comes with even the most basic cable packages.
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How To Watch the 2025 Stanley Cup Finals
by Taylor Kujawa | May 30, 2025 | Entertainment
Lord Stanley’s Cup is on the line, and you can watch this year’s best-of-seven series unfold on TNT Sports platforms. Check out our complete Stanley Cup Finals viewing guide for the best ways to tune in.
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How To Watch the 2025 NHL Playoffs
by Taylor Kujawa | May 29, 2025 | Entertainment
The NHL Playoffs feature some of the most exciting hockey fixtures of the year. Whether you’re a diehard fan or a casual observer, you can watch the Stanley Cup Playoffs on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, and TNT.
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What To Watch This Weekend: Stream Our Top 7 TV and Movie Picks (May 26–June 1)
by Randy Harward | May 27, 2025 | Entertainment
This week’s What To Watch picks include a new FX comedy (Adults) and the third season of And Just Like That… on Max—plus, on Netflix, a new comedy special from Mike Birbiglia and the debut of a new detective drama, Dept. Q, And, of course, there’s more. Let’s hit the couch!
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