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Sick of streaming services? How to find and record your shows for free
Streaming isn’t for everyone — especially since it means you must constantly juggle ever-changing subscription costs. It’s easy to overpay for movies and shows you don’t have enough time to watch. If you want to save yourself from subscription misery, this guide will help you find and record free shows and movies.
Maybe you don’t want to abandon Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and your other favorite services. Or you’re looking for free streaming services to add to your paid services. Tap or click here for the 15 best sites to watch movies and shows for free.
One great way to save money on entertainment is by returning to the magic of broadcast television. Attach an antenna to your TV to watch free, live content in HD from popular networks. Here’s how to easily find and record your shows.
Finding the right antenna
First, determine whether you need an unamplified, amplified or large outdoor antenna. Here’s a quick explainer:
- Amplified antennas: These are usually meant to be used inside houses with a medium-strength signal.
- Unamplified antennas: These have a shorter range. They’re simple and cheap. Plus, they’re designed to be used in houses near a strong signal.
- Large outdoor antennas: These are ideal for areas with a weak signal. They can be amplified or unamplified.
We’ve rounded up some of the best options you can buy online. Read through them and find the best pick for your home entertainment setup.
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Buying guide: How to choose an Amazon Echo for your home
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The holidays are just around the bend. Are you ready? Finding the best gifts takes time, energy, and research, which is why we’re here to remind you to get the ball rolling early.
You’re not alone if you’re considering an Amazon Echo device for yourself or a loved one. When it comes to your next smart speaker, you’ve got plenty of models to consider. Amazon’s line of Echo smart speakers tends to rise to the top above all else. Tap or click for clever ways to use your Echo and Alexa.
🥳 Plan less, party more: Here’s an AI prompt for the next time you’re planning a party: “Create a party checklist that includes invitations, decorations, food and entertainment for a [type of party] with [number of guests], along with [special requests].” Have fun.
Apple's top app
A controversial new app just shot to #1 on the Apple charts. Not for entertainment, but for alerting users to ICE activity.
🔥 Clout-chasing or a cautionary tale? YouTuber MrBeast’s latest viral stunt has people talking for all the wrong reasons. In a video that’s racked up millions of views, he ties a man to a chair inside a flaming building, part of a $500,000 “death trap” challenge. MrBeast insists everything was done safely with pros on set. But when did lighting someone on fire become family-friendly entertainment? What your kids watch isn’t just harmless fun. It’s content engineered for attention at any cost. If your teen says, “It’s just a MrBeast video,” you might want to take a closer look.
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How big the display will be in Cadillac’s new 2025 Escalade SUV, stretching nearly door to door across the dashboard. Drivers get a 35-inch touch screen, while passengers have their own 20-inch entertainment system. Prices will be announced later this year. How do you get your Cadillac to the 2nd level of a mall? You use the Escalader.
Netflix just raised its prices again – Here's how much you'll be charged
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Streaming services raising prices is commonplace these days. It happens more often than you’d hope. DirecTV already increased its pricing late last year.
Now, Netflix has decided to increase costs. Again.
It's back to school time! Save on tech for you, the kids or the grandkids
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It doesn’t matter if you’re preparing your child for distance learning or if you’re taking college courses — it’s just fun to go back-to-school shopping.
What makes school shopping exceptionally fun is perusing technology that can be used for scholastic, business or entertainment purposes. No one gets excited about purchasing erasers and glue sticks, but everyone pays attention when buying a new laptop or choosing the right wireless keyboard and mouse combo.
Chuck E. Cheese says 'goodbye' to ...
The family pizza joint is getting rid of the funniest (and creepiest) birthday party entertainment of the ’90s.
Jeff Bezos’ prime day: Rumor has it the tech billionaire is tying the knot on a Venetian island in an open-air theater. As for entertainment? Oh, just Elton John and Lady Gaga, nothing too extravagant. And the guest list? Think Kardashians, Katy Perry, Leonardo DiCaprio and maybe President Trump. Yeah, subtle isn’t really his thing. I am still waiting for my invite.
The “E” stands for entertainment: Chuck E. Cheese is saying goodbye to its iconic animatronic robot band at over 400 locations nationwide. You’ll have until the end of 2024 to catch their cute-slash-terrifying musical performances. Get ready for more screens, digital dance floors and trampoline gyms.
Fresh or Rotten Tomatoes?
Years ago, you turned to a local entertainment writer before checking out a movie or TV show. Now, Rotten Tomatoes saves the day! Here’s how it works.
Best 5 shows you haven't streamed yet
We’ve got more time to watch TV than ever before. That means you might have already blown through your “Must Watch” list. Or maybe you just finished an amazing show and you’re looking to rekindle that spark. Either way, this episode is perfect for anyone wondering what to watch next. Kim sits down with an entertainment expert and tells you just what to watch based on your favorites. You don’t want to miss this!
12 best tablets you can buy right now
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Digital entertainment is at an all-time high with so many people staying home right now. Luckily for those who want to take the plunge into the tablet world, there are more awesome options than ever.
Whether you want something for your kids to play and learn on, something for creative work or even a laptop substitute, there’s a tablet out there for you. Tap or click for 5 things you didn’t know your tablet could do.
High-tech entertainment for your furry friend
There’s not much sadder than the look in my dog Abby’s eyes when I leave the house each morning. Most dog owners feel the same way, and tech companies are jumping in to help with content tailored for our furry friends. That’s right — a podcast for pups.
The big 2020 disruption: The 'tipping point' for cable cutting
Huge tech innovations have completely changed our lives in the past few decades, and there’s a big one on the horizon. Streaming is no longer just an entertainment add-on. How big is it? Find out what analysts predict is coming for cable and satellite companies in 2020.
How much YouTube are kids really watching?
Entertainment is more on-demand than ever, and I’m not just talking about streaming. For kids today, YouTube has replaced plain old TV, and the number watching each day is staggering.
Streaming devices compared
There are two types of steaming gadgets: set-top boxes and HDMI sticks. Streaming boxes are larger and more expensive but tend to be more powerful. HDMI sticks are the size of USB drives and plug right into your TV’s HDMI port. That means less clutter in your entertainment center and less impact on your wallet.
Education, technology and free perks you never expected to get at your local library
Where can you go to gain access to technology, workspace, educational materials, entertainment, and even help getting a job? Your local library offers that and so much more, for free! In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim explores how local libraries are evolving to meet the public’s needs and talks to students, teachers and library staff on what the future holds for libraries.