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Pay TV vs. Cord Cutting – Comparing Tools, Services, and Costs

March 25, 2020

Despite all evidence to the contrary, there are still folks who will argue that cutting the cord on cable TV is difficult, confusing, and won’t save you a dime. 

So let’s take a closer look at how traditional pay TV offerings stack up against their cord cutting equivalents…

5 Reasons Why Choosing the Right Hard Drive for Your Tablo DVR Matters

February 26, 2020

Find out what type of USB and SATA hard drives to seek out for your Tablo OTA DVR, which storage forms to avoid, and why.

How NOT to Shop for an Over-the-Air TV Antenna

January 29, 2020

We see cord cutters taking shortcuts and making common mistakes when they start the TV antenna shopping process, which can quickly lead to frustration.

If you want to buy the right TV antenna and optimize your Over-the-Air reception, keep reading to learn the top 5 ways NOT to shop for your first OTA TV antenna…

Best Streaming Devices to Use with Tablo OTA DVRs Today

October 29, 2019

Which Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Android TV devices and sticks are compatible with Tablo OTA DVRs?

Which streaming platforms are best for your cord cutting needs today?

Keep reading to find out…

Looking for a Subscription-Free OTA DVR? Try Tablo!

September 17, 2019

Looking for a subscription-free OTA DVR? Tablo’s basic features, which are included out-of-the-box, can provide cord cutters with a superior experience to many other no subscription antenna DVRs.

Tablo FAQs – What Kind of Remote Control Does Tablo Have?

July 16, 2019

Confused about why the product pages for Tablo OTA DVRs don’t contain photos of a remote control? That’s because as a network-based OTA DVR, Tablo doesn’t have its own remote.

Check out this post to learn about the differences between the remotes on Tablo-compatible streaming devices, as well as third-party remote control alternatives.

How to Avoid Getting Scammed When Buying a TV Antenna for Cord Cutting

February 21, 2019

Surging interest in antenna TV is bringing out scammers looking to make a quick buck. If you’re a cord cutter planning to purchase an antenna to watch live, local TV in 2019, here’s how to avoid scams and pick a quality product.

Should You Upgrade Your Amazon Fire TV for a Better Cord Cutting Experience?

November 26, 2018

If you use an early model Amazon Fire TV box or stick as your main cord-cutting device, it may be time for an upgrade.

Keep reading to find out why…

Tablo OTA DVR vs. Amazon Fire TV Recast Comparison – What Cord Cutters Need to Know

November 14, 2018

If you’re trying to decide between a Tablo OTA DVR or the new Amazon Fire TV Recast for the Over-the-Air (OTA) DVR portion of your cord cutting setup, this product and feature comparison will help you choose the network-connected OTA DVR device that’s right for you.

Should You Upgrade Your Roku for a Better Cord Cutting Experience?

November 06, 2018

If you’ve been rocking a ‘numbered’ Roku – or an even older model - as your preferred cord-cutting device, it may be time for an upgrade.

Keep reading to find out why…