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I've got Xfiniti TV and internet. Both are fine, but overpriced. I don't mind the internet $ because I work remotely and need it, and XF has been reliable and fast.
However, the TV portion-- every month, I pay that, and don't feel like it's worth it. My kids go without cable and just go with a pastiche of SmartTV streaming. They're happy (though I notice they come to our house for most live sports...).
But I'm not as patient with pastiche as they are. Is it possible to set up the TV so that I get everything cheaper with streaming services, but seamlessly, just like with the cable-- you know, you power on the TV, and up comes the channel guide, and I don't have to switch from one service or port to another?
I want:
LIVE
Local news
PBS
Sports
ABC, CBS, NBC
(That is, just like with cable).
Also DVR (if possible). The husband wants ESPN and all the sports he's used to. I mean, he watches curling if he can find it. So... more sports, the better.
I already pay for Amazon and Netflix, and get a couple minor channels (Disney+) through my phone provider.
Any ideas? I feel like I need to hire someone to set this all up and make all the decisions! A cable-cutting consultant.
Also, there is a main TV and two others in the bedrooms. Will that make a difference? The wi-fi is fine throughout the house (small house).
I know once it's all set up, it will be fine. It's just getting to that point that seems insurmountable.