You want to cut the cable cord but need some additional intel before you get started.
- What’s the best HD antenna?
- What’s the fastest streaming device?
- Do I need any other electronics to get started?
- How do I keep access to ESPN?
- What the heck is Amazon Instant Video?
You’ve come to the right place! We’ve got answers to all these questions and more!
We’ve compiled a complete resource toolkit to provide you with all sorts of informative and curated guides to the top tools to help you cut the cord and save boat loads of $$$ on your monthly cable or satellite subscription costs.
1. Complete Guide to Quitting Cable – this is our premiere informational guide and where we recommend newbies to the site start. It takes you step-by-step through the process of replacing your cable/satellite package with a cost-effective streaming TV solution. Use this guide as your instruction manual.
2. Detailed Resource Guides – these guides provide a vast amount of information on a specific product set or concept. We explore HD antennas, streaming devices, and other broad topics. Use these guides to help narrow down the right product set for you.
3. Product Reviews – these guides are shorter in length, but provide a tremendous amount of details on one specific product. We review different streaming devices, content packages, HD antennas, and more.
1. Complete Guide to Quitting Cable
If there is one thing you read on FreeTVReview.com, please make it our Complete Guide to Quitting Cable. This tool is a five-step guide that will help you leave the world of cable/satellite TV and provide you with all the necessary steps to cut the cord and immediately begin reaping the rewards of a cable free lifestyle.
We encourage you to share this tool with friends, family and co-workers … just don’t share it with the cable companies!!!
2. Detailed Resource Guides
Here at FreeTVReview, we have compiled several, detailed guides that compare and contrast some of the hottest product sets on the market today. Whether your trying to determine the best HD antenna for your cable free home or looking to purchase a state of the art streaming device, we have you covered!
Streaming TV/Video Device Guide
The start of any great plan to get rid of your cable or satellite subscription revolves around a streaming device. Here at Free TV Review we’ve identified nine of the leading streaming devices on the market today.
After reading this guide, you will be able to:
- Understand the different type of streaming TV and video devices
- Determine if you currently have access to a streaming device
- Confirm which streaming device is best for your content needs
HD Antenna Guide
If you plan to cut the cable cord, you need a reliable HD antenna to gain access to your local broadcast channels. There are several different options in the HD Antenna space, so we have identified some of the best antenna options in three separate categories.
After reading this guide, you will be able to:
- Understand the main differences between Set Top, Indoor and Outdoor HD antennas
- Describe the costs and benefits of each type of HD antenna
- Determine the perfect HD antenna for your specific needs
DVR Without Cable Guide
If I had a nickel for every time a would be cord cutter asked me the question: “How the heck do I record video if I cut the cord,” I would be a very wealthy FTR guy! Finding a way to still be able to record some programming to watch at a future time is a big reason some cable subscribers never cut the cord. While the DVR without cable situation is still in it’s infancy, there are several options available to cord cutters.
After reading this guide, you will be able to:
- Identify the major set top DVRs available for cord cutters
- Understand the pros and cons of each DVR
- Determine the ideal DVR for your specific needs
3. Streaming TV Product Reviews
Here at FreeTVReview.com we have examined all sorts of products relating to the free TV space. Follow along as we give you the good, the bad and the ugly on all sorts of streaming TV products. Check back often as this page is constantly evolving.
Streaming TV/Video Devices
Amazon Fire TV – Streaming TV Device
Amazon Fire TV is the next streaming media player sensation that is a must-have for any streaming fan out there. Everybody has heard of Amazon.com, but they’re less known in the digital TV space. Amazon Fire TV is their debut unit allows you to stream all of your favorite television shows and movies directly to your television.
The Roku Box is one of the most popular streaming devices around. It’s increasingly becoming a household name and it’s perfect for any movie and television fan who wants to catch up on the latest episode of their favorite show or take a peek at the Summer’s biggest blockbuster film.
Apple TV – Streaming TV Device
Apple’s latest iteration of the Apple TV is not only fast, but much more advanced than past generations of the product.
Streaming TV Services
Owned by satellite giant Dish Network, Sling TV offers a low-cost streaming service. But something is different about Sling TV, as it actually streams live TV…