cutting the cord on spectrum

[Descant]

We have an ~8 yo Panasonic TV. Mostly use Comcast as we package Internet and landline phones. Probably should join this century. We have a separate Roku box which is great. Lots of free choices, no expense unless you want to subscribe or sometimes pay for individual shows. Five years ago, ROKU was ~$20 a share, now at ~$230, off its highs. With that, a lot of people think it is the way to go. It is now built into many new production TV's.

[tummyman]

Just finishing my first year after switching from Spectrum TV to YouTubeTV. I use it both at me MA as well as NH homes....but only 2 TV's at a time. MA homes both use ROKU devices. No issues at either place. However, if you want broader sports coverage, then Fubo may be a better option, as they do carry the Bruins and Red Sox that YTTV does not. Both services have a free test period, so you should really try one...check out their channel listings on line first. Between eliminating cable TV at both MA location, I saved $1300 per year with just paying YTTV. I like the cost savings a lot and have not really missed having Spectrum of Verizon FIOS in MA. The $1300 seemed like I was really throwing money away. NOT ANYMORE!!! With inflation, etc., we all need to find ways to save money. Also just switched home security systems at both location from ADT to Simpli Safe. Saved another $700 + without any sacrifice in service. So between the two, $2000 in my pocket is a better deal any day.

[SailinAway]

I've had Roku plus Netflix for several years and am so glad I got rid of the cable. I'm paying $8.99 a month for Netflix. How can you say no to a deal like that? My total yearly cost for TV is $72. That's right, seventy-two dollars. If you think that's too much, hook your computer up to your TV and you will have free YouTube and everything else for free.

What I like about Roku:

(1) Roku includes free YouTube (the same YouTube you would have on any computer, not specifically YouTube TV). Aside from the junk and cute cat videos, YouTube has some very good content if you search for it.

(2) Netflix has enough content to keep you busy for a very long time, and they produce an ambitious number of their own shows and films.

(3) You can get local news (WMUR through Haystack) as well as news from CBS, ABC, and NBC on a Roku device. Those are all free, but the three networks interrupt a lot with ads.

(4) The Roku devices have been reliable for me. I have a Roku 3, which doesn't require a separate remote to turn on the TV and adjust the volume. There are good professional reviews to help you choose a device.

The were some really low prices on Rokus after Thanksgiving, so you will probably be able to find something affordable at Christmas sales. The Roku Streaming Stick+ is $35 right now at Staples. https://www.staples.com/roku-streami...oduct_24390581 I don't know if that price ends today.

[Flylady]

I left spectrum several years ago. Signed up for Youtube TV. Benefits: you can have up to five users on the account. So my daughter and son each use my account. Their only investment is for the Roku purchase and their internet costs. I use the same account on the west coast and east coast. I do have to switch my home location but that is easy.
One recent change is that Roku and its contract with Youtube TV have changed so new Roku devices will not include a direct access to YTTV, however you just go to the Youtube channel and at the very bottom is the YTTV option. So check out access before you go with RoKu. Of course it is also available through other devices like firestick.

[upthesaukee]

Originally Posted by Flylady

I left spectrum several years ago. Signed up for Youtube TV. Benefits: you can have up to five users on the account. So my daughter and son each use my account. Their only investment is for the Roku purchase and their internet costs. I use the same account on the west coast and east coast. I do have to switch my home location but that is easy.
One recent change is that Roku and its contract with Youtube TV have changed so new Roku devices will not include a direct access to YTTV, however you just go to the Youtube channel and at the very bottom is the YTTV option. So check out access before you go with RoKu. Of course it is also available through other devices like firestick.

I think that ROKU and YTTV reached an agreement. I have been down in Boston for two weeks, but I thought I saw something about that recently.

Dave

[Slickcraft]

Originally Posted by upthesaukee

I think that ROKU and YTTV reached an agreement. I have been down in Boston for two weeks, but I thought I saw something about that recently.

Dave

Correct, Dec 8th email:

We have good news: The YouTube TV app is back in the Roku Channel Store. A few months ago, we let you know that our agreement with Roku had expired and that the app would not be available for new downloads in the store.

Today, we are happy to share that we have since reached a deal with Roku to continue distributing the YouTube and YouTube TV apps on Roku devices. This means the YouTube TV app is once again available in the Roku Channel Store for both new and existing members. You will still have the option to access YouTube TV via the YouTube app if you would like.

Thanks for being a YouTube TV member.

Sincerely,
The YouTube TV team

Alan