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so.....i'm thinking about ROKU
Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:00 am
Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:00 am
since all of my family stays on Netflix, I'm thinking about setting up ROKU instead of giving DTV 100.00 per month for nothing. can someone let me know a few things:
1- can I watch sporting events
2- can I get local channels
I really don't know how this shite works but.....if someone already has this, please enlighten me. I'm old. thanks in advance.
1- can I watch sporting events
2- can I get local channels
I really don't know how this shite works but.....if someone already has this, please enlighten me. I'm old. thanks in advance.
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Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:00 am to oldcharlie8
So.....I'm thinking you post this on the Tech Board.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:01 am to oldcharlie8
1- Basically, no
2- Definitely yes.
2- Definitely yes.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:05 am to oldcharlie8
You're shite out of luck when it comes to sporting events.
Get a digital antenna if you want crystal clear HD local channels. I installed one, and it gave me about 30 local channels...some being duplicates and Spanish language channels that I won't watch.
Get a digital antenna if you want crystal clear HD local channels. I installed one, and it gave me about 30 local channels...some being duplicates and Spanish language channels that I won't watch.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:05 am to oldcharlie8
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1- can I watch sporting events
You would need to login to the Watch ESPN app which requires having a cable subscription... or you could borrow someone elses if they'll let you.
You should read more about this topic on the Tech Board.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:08 am to oldcharlie8
You can watch sporting events on the ESPN tab. More games than you want, like Slippery Rock vs Mercyhurst U women's lacrosse.
No you can't get local channels.
I don't know why your family being on Netflix matters. Roku is just another conduit for Netflix and other video streaming companies. It doesn't have it's own content.
I only got it to watch LSU baseball.
No you can't get local channels.
I don't know why your family being on Netflix matters. Roku is just another conduit for Netflix and other video streaming companies. It doesn't have it's own content.
I only got it to watch LSU baseball.
This post was edited on 12/24/15 at 9:10 am
Posted on 12/24/15 at 9:11 am to oldcharlie8
I made this move 6 months ago with a Roku 3. I subscribed to Sling Tv and it has all of the ESPN channels available. This also gives you access to Watch ESPN.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 10:17 am to oldcharlie8
For 20 bucks a month you can get Sling TV which will get you ESPN and the ESPN App on your Roku.
You can get local channels with an antenna which you can build yourself for a few dollars.
You can get local channels with an antenna which you can build yourself for a few dollars.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 10:55 am to oldcharlie8
I would go with an FireTv & get a sling box.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 11:29 am to oldcharlie8
YouTube KODI and instal it on your computer, hook up HDMI and say thank you.
You're welcome!
You're welcome!
Posted on 12/24/15 at 11:56 am to oldcharlie8
1- can I watch sporting events
I pay $25 a month for SlingTV (through DISH) and have all the ESPNs including SEC Network. I only missed one game on TV and just went to a bar to catch that.
2- can I get local channels
- USTVNOW app; you just pick up locals in another state basically so timing is off but if news doesn't matter to you, you can get this free and keep up with your shows.
I pay $25 a month for SlingTV (through DISH) and have all the ESPNs including SEC Network. I only missed one game on TV and just went to a bar to catch that.
2- can I get local channels
- USTVNOW app; you just pick up locals in another state basically so timing is off but if news doesn't matter to you, you can get this free and keep up with your shows.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 11:59 am to oldcharlie8
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This post was edited on 12/24/15 at 12:01 pm
Posted on 12/24/15 at 12:24 pm to oldcharlie8
I finally just upgraded from my first-gen Roku to a Roku Streaming Stick. So much better.
If you're a religious cable user, Roku isn't going to supplant that. If you're just a casual cable user, then Roku may work for you.
I primarily use Amazon Instant through Roku to binge watch a few cable tv shows (after they've aired on cable) and watch movies. I no longer even use Netflix (though my family does). I've begun re-ordering cable during college football season.
Roku/Amazon Instant is enough for my needs for most of the year, though as I don't generally watch much tv.
If you're a religious cable user, Roku isn't going to supplant that. If you're just a casual cable user, then Roku may work for you.
I primarily use Amazon Instant through Roku to binge watch a few cable tv shows (after they've aired on cable) and watch movies. I no longer even use Netflix (though my family does). I've begun re-ordering cable during college football season.
Roku/Amazon Instant is enough for my needs for most of the year, though as I don't generally watch much tv.
Posted on 12/24/15 at 12:39 pm to oldcharlie8
I can give you one if you can somehow get me an address to mail it to without posting your info on here 
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