Category: TV FAQs
4 Ways to Never Pay for TV Again
by Randy Harward | May 4, 2023 | TV FAQs
Read our guide to learn how to never pay for TV again by using free trials, FAST streaming services, OTA antennas, and more.
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How You Can Wall Mount a TV in Your House: An Easy Step-by-Step Guide
by Mike Strayer | May 3, 2023 | TV FAQs
For maximum cool factor and a superclean look for your entertainment center, mounting your flat-panel TV is the way to go. Here’s how to get that flat screen up on the wall.
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What Is IPTV?
by Randy Harward | Apr 26, 2023 | TV FAQs
You may have heard tales of IPTV (internet protocol TV), a magical way to have every TV show and movie at your fingertips—and possibly even for free. IPTV is real—but you should know a few things about it before you try to catch that golden TV goose. Read on for answers to popular questions about IPTV.
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How Much Should I Be Paying for Cable TV?
by Randy Harward | Feb 20, 2023 | TV FAQs
The average cable TV plan costs around $83. How do we know? Our TV experts looked at hundreds of TV plans, internet plans, and bundles from 15 top cable providers in the US, comparing them on price, channel counts, and download speeds to inform your buying decisions. Keep reading for more details.
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When’s the Best Time to Buy a TV?
by Mike Strayer | Feb 1, 2023 | TV FAQs
The best time to buy a TV will vary based on whether you want the latest and greatest model or simply the best price. Either way, finding a good deal on a TV depends nearly as much on when you buy as what you buy.
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What Is a Broadcast TV Fee?
by Randy Harward | Dec 28, 2022 | TV FAQs
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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What Is Over-the-Air (OTA) TV?
by Rachel Oaks | Dec 14, 2022 | TV FAQs
Over-the-Air (OTA) TV is high-definition television broadcast from local television stations in your area. The only things you need to enjoy it are a TV and an antenna. You can even use an OTA DVR to record live TV.
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My Apple TV Remote Is Not Working
by Mike Strayer | Dec 13, 2022 | Equipment Guides, TV FAQs
You depend on your Apple TV remote for so much entertainment, so it’s understandable that you might find yourself feeling a little ornery when it stops working properly. Don’t get too worked up about it, though, because we’ve researched some common problems (and easy solutions) to check before tossing it out and buying a new Apple TV remote.
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Why Does My Cable Internet Keep Dropping?
by Mike Strayer | Dec 8, 2022 | TV FAQs
Cable internet connection issues can be a huge inconvenience. But don’t dismay over your dropped connections too much. We’ve researched four common causes for cable internet outages and connection issues—and how you can fix them.
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What Do the Lights on Your Modem/Router Mean?
by Rachel Oaks | Dec 6, 2022 | Equipment Guides, TV FAQs
We’ll help you identify each light on your modem and router—plus troubleshoot common problems so your devices can have a strong internet connection.
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