At a glance, cutting the cord might seem intimidating. With countless streaming options and apps, there are so many possible combinations, and it could seem like a lot of maintenance. You know what’s simple? A TV antenna. One and done. Set it up, connect it to your TV, scan for channels. It really is that […]
It seems like every week there’s another article about companies pulling the wool over the eyes of customers, spinning tales, and performing questionable activities. On today’s episode of “The Lies Continue”, we’re talking about Amazon product reviews. Specifically, how some smaller, low-price, no-name products on Amazon end up with thousands of positive reviews. Fox Business […]
As you might have seen and heard, DISH Network and Sinclair Broadcast Group are in a carriage dispute which could remove 100+ channels from the satellite TV provider. As always, there are two sides to every story, and we’re not here to step in that drama. But what’s important is: how will this impact you? […]
The COVID-19 pandemic surged TV viewership across the country. With the majority of Americans confined to their homes, 5.4 trillion minutes* of streaming and cable television were consumed in 2020. Television became essential to many, but at what cost? Cord-cutting leader, Antennas Direct, understands that affordability continues to be a major concern for TV viewers. […]
The FTC just settled a lawsuit against an antenna manufacturer who clearly never read our blog. Selling antennas under several “brands”, the NY company Wellco sold over 800,000 antennas “based on false claims and using reviews from their competitors to market their own products.” Our friends at Cord Cutting News published this article where you […]
Why you need to choose the right antenna with frequency in mind The most important thing to consider when you’re buying an antenna is whether it’s suited to your needs. Most of all, this means determining your location, so that you know where your local over-the-air (OTA) broadcast towers are. Once you know your location, […]
What you can (and cannot) expect from your antenna Imagine yourself standing in the antenna aisle of your local big-box retailer or surfing the Internet comparing antennas. One box says the antenna inside can grab stations from 100 miles away. Another product’s description boasts that it’s a 4K antenna. Or, maybe you saw the one […]
Cord cutting as a trend is exploding. According to the National Association of Broadcasters, there are over 70 million viewers broadcast TV-reliant as of last year. If you are nervous to take the leap and not sure you can live the liberated life, you’re not alone. Our customer feedback suggests that ‘poor signal strength in […]
In the past few years, there has been a renaissance in the number of Americans who are putting up an antenna to get broadcast television over-the-air. Why? Because of an explosion in programming choices and enhanced viewing experiences offered by local TV stations – and available to audiences for free every month. Now, with broadcasters […]
Spring has finally sprung in many parts of the country, much to the excitement of those who feel like they are waking up after a long winter’s nap. The turn of the season is filled with so many great things, like the return of baseball, warmer weather, and the beauty of flowering trees all around […]
Earlier this month, millions of cable subscribers across the United States were hit with yet another blackout of their favorite broadcast television stations. These episodes, called “carriage disputes”, are happening way too frequently these days. They are caused by the failure of corporate giants to reach an agreement on just how much cable providers are […]
You don’t want to be that lame aunt or uncle who gives the gift of a cheap TV antenna that won’t get the job done. Or the one who didn’t do any research and bought a knock-off antenna, only to find that when your nephew Steve hooks it up to his TV and performs a […]
