What Is a Broadcast TV Fee?

by Randy Harward and Logan Jones | Jun 3, 2025 | Reviews, 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.

Cheap and Free Internet for Students

by Rachel Oaks and Logan Jones | Jun 3, 2025 | Deals, Internet

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.

Why Does My TV Keep Buffering?

by Eric Chiu | Jun 3, 2025 | Equipment, TV

Annoyed that your TV keeps on buffering? Use our tech support guide to diagnose the most likely culprits.

A Beginner’s Guide to VPNs: What They Are and Why You Need One

by Eric Chiu | Jun 2, 2025 | Equipment, Internet

Learn about VPNs and how they can secure your internet connection.

What To Watch This Weekend: Stream Our Top 6 TV and Movie Picks (June 2–8)

by Randy Harward | Jun 2, 2025 | Entertainment, What to Watch

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!

Why More Gen Z, Millennials Are Bundling Cell Phone and Internet Service

by Eric Chiu | Jun 1, 2025 | Deals, Industry News, Internet

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.

What To Watch This Weekend: Stream Our Top 7 TV and Movie Picks (May 26–June 1)

by Randy Harward | May 27, 2025 | Entertainment, What to Watch

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!

What Channel Is Hallmark Channel On?

by Logan Jones | May 22, 2025 | Channel Guide, Entertainment, TV

So, you’re searching for feel-good, family-friendly shows and movies? You’ve come to the right place. Hallmark Channel is available on all major TV providers, and we’ve got the channel numbers for Hallmark on six top providers in 56 of the largest U.S. cities.

How to Connect a TV to Wi-Fi

by Randy Harward | May 22, 2025 | Equipment, Internet, TV

Hey, reader. That’s a nice TV you’ve got there. We’ve compiled a guide to help you connect it to your home Wi-Fi network so you can start an epic streaming TV binge.

Fact Or Myth: Internet Prices Are Going Up Every Year

by Kalin Taylor and Nathan Sherman | May 20, 2025 | LP