Looking for some great alternatives to local cable to watch at home? Check out these popular alternatives to Arizona cable programming!
Over the last few years, millions of Americans have decided that their cable subscription just isn’t worth it anymore. In fact, that number of Americans who are cutting the cord is soon expected to reach 33 million!
Are you considering cutting cable? It can be a great option to save money, but you also might be a little concerned about missing out on your favorite TV shows. You might also be wondering how you can stay up to date on local news without local cable.
The good news is that you don’t need cable to keep up with the Kardashians (or your local news channels).
Listed below are some great resources you can to stay entertained and informed without relying on local cable.
Benefits of Going Cable-Free
Why would anyone want to give up cable? There are actually lots of benefits that come with going cable-free, including the following:
Save Money
Perhaps the most obvious benefit of cutting cable is the fact that you can save a lot of money.
This is especially true if you’re like most people and are currently paying over $100 each month for cable.
Most streaming services only cost a little over ten dollars per month and will provide you with access to all your favorite shows.
TV-Watching Becomes More Purposeful
Many people also find that, when they stop paying for cable, their TV watching becomes a lot more purposeful.
They stop plopping down in front of the TV and mindlessly channel surfing. Instead, they sit down with a specific show in mind.
A lot of time gets saved when you sit right down and start watching instead of wasting time just flipping through channels.
Watch More of What You Want to Watch
With cable, you have to plan your schedule around specific shows. Even if you have DVR or recording capabilities, you still have to set your TV to record that show (and trust that it will actually do the recording the way it’s meant to).
When you give up cable and switch to streaming or online viewing, you can watch what you want, when you want to watch it — no recording or pre-planning required.
Best Alternatives to Local Cable
Clearly, there are lots of reasons to consider giving up your cable subscription. If you don’t have cable, how will you watch your favorite TV shows?
There are lots of ways that you can stay entertained and informed without forking over a ton of money each month for a cable subscription.
Here are some of the best cable alternatives you can start using today:
Hulu
Whether you want to watch the latest primetime thriller or catch up on local business news, Hulu’s got you covered.
Hulu now even offers a service called Hulu Live TV. This option allows you to stream shows from local news channels like NBC, CBS, and Fox.
Hulu Live TV also provides you access to nearly every show you’d watch using a traditional cable subscription, and it’s much cheaper than regular cable (starting at just $39.99 per month).
IPTV
IPTV (also known as Internet Protocol Television). It’s television programming delivered via your IP address, rather than a cable box or satellite dish.
IPTV allows you to stream all your favorite shows (including local news shows and live events) directly to your computer, tablet, or TV.
In order to use IPTV to watch shows on your television, you’ll need a device like a Roku or Amazon Fire TV Stick (both of which cost less than one month of a cable subscription).
FuboTV
FuboTV gives you access to live shows on local news networks with Fox, CBS, and NBC.
FuboTV also lets you watch well-known sports networks like FS1, BeIN, and NBCSN.
Before you invest in FuboTV, you can watch try it out for free for a full week to see if you like it.
Netflix
Netflix might not be the best option for local news.
But, you can still stay up to date on current events with Netflix’s current events shows (Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale, etc.).
These are great shows that will help you stay informed and make you laugh — what could be better?
YouTube
YouTube is actually a great resource for staying up to date with local, national, and global news.
Many news networks have YouTube channels these days, and they upload segments to YouTube soon after the shows air on live TV.
YouTube allows you to catch up with the news for free and whenever your schedule allows.
Online Viewing
In addition to post clips on their respective YouTube channels, many news networks also feature clips (and sometimes full show episodes) on their websites.
You’ll most likely have to watch these shows on a computer, phone, or tablet, but you can still stay informed without having to fork over money for a cable subscription.
PlayStation Vue
PlayStation Vue provides you with access to tons of channels, including CBS, Fox, and Fox Business. You can also watch channels like the Food Network and the Learning Channel.
PlayStation Vue is more expensive than some other services ($44.99 per month), but it’s still much more affordable than a traditional cable subscription.
HD Antenna
Finally, the solution to your cable TV dilemma might just be an HD antenna. This is an antenna that you purchase and attach to the wall or window by your TV.
This antenna allows you to watch local news channels (along with other channels). All you have to do is pay for the antenna (which typically costs about $50).
Give Up Cable Today
As you can see, there are lots of different ways you can watch your favorite TV shows and movies without having to rely on a local cable subscription.
From Netflix to IPTV devices, there’s something out there for everyone who wants to stay entertained and informed without spending a ton of your hard-earned money.
Try implementing one of these cable alternatives today. You’ll start saving money almost immediately and will be ready to cancel your subscription in no time at all.
In the meantime, you can also check out the lifestyle section of our site to stay up to date on the latest local news and learn what other Arizona residents are loving!
