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A typical American household pays nearly twice as much for their cable as they do for life insurance. If that’s enough to give you a heart attack, don’t let it. You can free yourself from the clutches of Big Cable’s nefarious hidden fees and bogus charges.
Instead of, on average, spending $1,200 a year for cable, check out these free digital TV alternatives.
Bringing Back the Tube-TV
That dusty, old box in grandma’s garage is actually the grandfather to the sleek, 65″ you have hung from the wall.
It’s antiquated, yes. Its picture quality isn’t 4K. But it does have something your TV likely does not: an antenna jack.
Check the backside of it. The port will look like a cable port, but it’s actually for those bunny-ear antennas you see in the cartoons.
It’s not likely that you’ll find an antenna lying about, but it’s a worthwhile investment to pick one up.
Free Digital TV With Your Big Screen
Perhaps a 60-pound tube television isn’t the best solution for a modern problem. There are antennas that are compatible with HDMI technology. These offer optimal picture quality.
HDMI antennas pick up local broadcast television. They’re not aesthetically pleasing, but they get the job done. For the best signal, they should be plastered to the inside of a window.
Get Creative
Necessity is the mother of invention, right? And TV is practically a necessity.
For those readers that might be on a budget, there are alternatives to purchasing antennae. Though the benefits and cost-savings are insurmountable, there still is a barrier to entry.
Get around that barrier with creativity. Antennas are nothing more than conductive wires that extend into the air to receive electromagnetic signals.
Sound complicated? It’s not. Create a makeshift antenna out of copper clothes hangers or unused conduit leads.
Outdoor Dishes
Perhaps your local broadcasting is lacking. This is typical for residential areas that stray further from a metropolitan.
If you happen to live in the middle of multiple central business districts, you’ll benefit the most from this.
A long-range satellite can pick up broadcasting frequencies from each direction. Most might shy away from dishes with a cost prejudice. However, most dishes can be installed by yourself for less than what you pay for cable per month.
If you’re not the handiest, try this source for installation.
Online TV
The web is the place to go for free stuff. There are many TV solutions online that offer free or heavily discounted services.
Live television subscriptions, like SlingTV, cost money. But, they offer trials. If you’re completely strapped for money, you can make a legion of new accounts.
Streaming services like Hulu and Netflix offer trials, as well. For students, Hulu (along with HBO) offer free, commercial-sponsored streaming.
Go Ahead, Ditch Cable
Paying so much for cable these days doesn’t make sense. There are alternatives, like free digital TV.
It’s accessible through local broadcasting, which can be transmitted through antenna or satellite dish. With the broad accessibility of the internet, there are also free online television solutions like subscription trials or student discounts.
Check out our other articles if you’d like to save more than that $1,200 per year!
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These days, we all have smartphones, tablets, and other devices that constantly need charging, and now there’s a great option for easily charging multiple devices: The myCharge Hub Turbo 6700mAh Portable Charger. This handy charger has built-in cables making it perfect for travel, but its speed and power make it a great choice for charging at home, too.
* Complimentary product received for review. This post may contain affiliate links.
My husband immediately appropriated the myCharge Hub Turbo 6700, and I’m okay with that. He’s really dependent on his iPhone and other devices, and he frequently travels for business, so he’ll put it to good use. His first impression was that the Hub Turbo is pretty cool, and I have to agree. He can use it to simultaneously charge his iPhone, his Kindle, and his Skyroam WiFi hotspot. Wow!
After he used his Hub Turbo for a few days, I asked him for his assessment, and here’s what he emailed me:
• Upsides:
• Good capacity
• Easy to plug in to a standard 110/120V wall socket
• 4 small LEDs indicate charge level
• Flexibility – USB C and Lightning connectors built in; no need to carry extra cables for iPhone and iPad
• USB B port (“standard” USB) to connect adapters for other devices
• Downside: Slick surface—while attractive—can lead to drops. My older, smaller myCharge has a rubberized finish that’s easy to grip.
He’s very happy with it overall, and he’s already rearranged his travel kit to remove the now-unneeded cables. The charger’s built-in cables and wall prongs fold neatly into the unit, keeping its shape sleek. Due to its lithium ion battery, it can’t be put into checked baggage when traveling by air, but it’s approved for carry-ons.
The speed of the myCharge Hub Turbo 6700 is impressive, both when being recharged and when charging other devices. The company says: “The new myCharge Hub Turbo 6700mAh portable charger is the quintessential powerbank and the fastest charger of its kind. With Power Delivery and Quick Charge technologies, charge your smartphone 75% faster. Featuring Power Delivery & Qualcomm Quick Charge, this powerbank is one of a kind.”
Here’s what they say about the rest of the Hub Turbo’s features:
• Turbo: charge your smartphone up to 75% faster
• Smart-sense: ensures complete device compatibility
• Power-stay: maintains battery power for up to 1 year
• Max-power: maximum power transfer from powerbank to device
• High-density battery: the smallest and lightest powerbank
• Safe-cell: provides the highest level of battery safety
• Rapid-recharge: powerbank recharges up to 50% faster than competitors
• Pass Through Charging: will charge the powerbank and connected device simultaneously
The Hub Turbo 6700 is just one of the chargers in myCharge’s new Hub Turbo line. For more information about this model and the rest of the Hub Turbo chargers, as well as their many other products, visit the myCharge website. And of course, keep up with all the latest news by stopping by myCharge on Facebook.
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