Cord Cutters

Cord Cutters: Roku 3 review

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 23:18:23 +0000

Roku's new Roku 3 is out, complete with a revamped UI and a remote control that sports a headphone jack. Check out our video review.

Cord Cutters: The new WD TV Play

Sat, 09 Feb 2013 08:13:56 +0000

WD's new Play box squarely aims at Roku. Is the $70 device worth your money?

Cord Cutters: Netflix's House Of Cards

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:34:47 +0000

Netflix's House Of Cards may just be the first cable TV drama for cord cutters.

Cord Cutters: Testing the Android Cloud TV Box

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 21:31:19 +0000

Sungale's Cloud TV Box is based on Android. Can the mobile OS deliver on the big screen?

Cord Cutters: Play YouTube videos on your Roku, AirPlay-style

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 06:12:23 +0000

Twonky Beam brings YouTube videos to your Roku box - all you need is an Android or iOS device.

Cord Cutters: A gift-guide for cable-free holidays

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 22:57:26 +0000

Check out our top five gift tips for TV fans this holiday season.

Cord Cutters: Live TV on the WD TV

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 23:06:41 +0000

The WD TV Live player and the WD TV Live Hub now support live broadcast television as well as DVR functionality: here's a first look at the new feature.

Cord Cutters: Boxee TV unboxing

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 05:22:57 +0000

We've got our hands on one of the first Boxee TV units before it officially went on sale this week. Here's what's in the box.

Cord Cutters: Our Simple.tv review

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 16:55:02 +0000

Simple.tv is a DVR for cord cutters that streams over-the-air broadcast content to Rokus and iPads. But how well does it work?

Cord Cutters: Using Airplay with your Google TV

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 06:47:11 +0000

Google TV devices can use AirPlay, provided you install the right app. Check out a demo in this Cord Cutters quick tip.

Cord Cutters: Vizio's Co-Star reviewed

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:01:24 +0000

The Co-Star is Vizio's first Google TV device. How does it stack up to other media streamers, and how well does it work for cord cutters?

Cord cutters: D-Link's $38 MovieNite streamer

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 00:02:08 +0000

D-Link's barebones MovieNite streamer is currently selling for $38 at Walmart. But is it any good?

Chromemote turns Chrome into a TV remote

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 07:12:55 +0000

Google TV owners should check out a new Chrome extension dubbed Chromemote: It turns Chrome into a remote control for your Google TV device.

Cord Cutters: Our first e-book!

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 07:12:22 +0000

Cut the Cord: All You Need to Know to Drop Cable explans how to get rid of or significantly downsize your pay TV subscription.

Cord Cutters: A first look at Plex for Roku

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:03:44 +0000

YouTube, the Daily Show, local files: All this and more is coming to Roku, thanks to Plex.

Cord Cutters: Plex adds DLNA support

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 09:17:26 +0000

Check out our exclusive preview of the next version of Plex, which can stream video directly to the PS3 or any other DLNA-compliant device.

Cord Cutters: Lilyhammer, Battleground & Co.

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:49:58 +0000

Netflix's Lilyhammer, Hulu's Battleground and new shows from YouTube and Sony mean that Cord Cutters won't be bored this spring.

Cord Cutters: Boxee Live TV

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:08:57 +0000

A first look at Boxee's TV tuner, which brings free HD TV to the Boxee Box.

Cord Cutters: Netgear NeoTV

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:44:32 +0000

A review of the Netgear NeoTV, also known as the NTV200.

Cord Cutters holiday gift guide

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:24:55 +0000

Three gift ideas that will help your loved ones kick their pay TV habits.

Cord Cutters: A first look at Google TV 2.0

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:53:03 +0000

Google TV has been revamped with a new user interface, a bunch of new apps and access to the Android Market. Google TV Product Lead Rishi Chandra gave us a tour of the new version.

Cord Cutters: A first look at the WD TV with Spotify

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 06:58:44 +0000

The new WD TV not only comes with Wifi on board, but also with access to Spotify, which is a first for connected devices in the U.S. Take a first look in this video.

Cord Cutters: Get multiple Netflix queues

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:04:03 +0000

Want to separate the movies your kids are watching from your Netflix queue? Then check out this Cord Cutters episode about Multiqs.com.

Cord Cutters: LG's Plex box

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 21:21:04 +0000

The LG ST600 doesn't just offer access to Netflix, VUDU and Amazon VOD, but also integrates with Plex, the media center solution of choice for many cord cutters. Does it work as well as Plex on the computer? Watch this episode of Cord Cutters to find out.

Cord Cutters: The Boxee iPad app

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 22:29:49 +0000

Boxee's new ipad app aggregates online content, plays videos on your computer's hard drive and beams clips straight to the TV. But will it make you want to buy a Boxee Box?

Cord Cutters: A first look at the Roku 2

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:58:15 +0000

Roku has released a new generation of hardware, supporting both casual gaming and 108-p Netflix content. Check out this video for a first look.

Cord Cutters: Taking over the air everywhere

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 18:44:33 +0000

The HDHomerun makes it possible to watch over the air TV even in areas of your house where you don'y have any reception.

Cord Cutters: Supercharging the Boxee browser

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 21:11:00 +0000

The browser of the Boxee Box just got a lot easier to use, thanks to an iOS app that adds full mouse functionality.

Cord Cutters: Sync mobile media with Miro 4

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 04:31:23 +0000

This week's episode of Cord Cutters is all about taking your media on the go, and automaticaly syncing it with your Android phone.

Cord Cutters: Watch free Hulu on your PS3

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 18:31:36 +0000

ORB BR makes it possible to watch free Hulu.com content on your PS3. The $20 disc will be available for other Blu-ray players soon.

Turn Your Roku Into a DVR

Tue, 24 May 2011 18:14:43 +0000

On this episode of Cord Cutters, we are going to transform an ordinary Roku media player into a DVR capable of playing live and archived broadcast TV.

The Peel Universal Remote Control

Fri, 06 May 2011 20:39:03 +0000

The Peel Universal Remote Control turns your iPhone into an itelligent remote for your TV and all your other home entertainment devices. But does it work for cord cutters?

Cord Cutters: Convert Videos for the iPad & Apple TV

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 14:18:14 +0000

Apple's iOS device only play a limited number of video file formats. In this Cord Cutters qucik tip, we are gonna show how to easily convert your video files.

Cord Cutters Quick Tip: Activating Your Antenna

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:03:04 +0000

Janko answers a viewer question about getting an over-the-air antenna to work.

Cord Cutters: OTA DVR OMG!

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 21:45:58 +0000

Janko takes a look at the EyeTV One, a USB-powered tuner and DVR for watching and recording live broadcast TV on your PC or laptop.

Cord Cutters: Our Take on the iPad 2

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 23:47:24 +0000

Much has been said about the iPad 2's form, factor, the added cameras and the new magnet case. But did you know it's also a great cord cutting device?

Cord Cutters: WD TV Live Plus Tips & Tricks

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 21:15:29 +0000

Learn how to connect a wireless keyboard and other tips that help you to get the most out of the WD TV Live Plus.

Cord Cutters: First Look at Sports on the Apple TV

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 22:28:55 +0000

We take a quick first look at the new MLB.tv and NBA apps on the Apple TV

Cord Cutters: Wireless Video Streaming with the Imation Link

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 23:51:15 +0000

The Imation link allows you to wirelessly stream video from your laptop to your TV. Will it work for cord cutting?

Cord Cutters: Our Take On Amazon Prime Instant Video

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 01:19:16 +0000

Amazon is now streaming some 5000 movies and TV shows to Prime saubscribers. But is that enough to replace your cable subscription?

Cord Cutters: How to Watch Sports Without Cable

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:48:35 +0000

Episode 17: Ryan walks you through all the ways you can get major sports content online and on devices.

Cord Cutters: Roku Tips and Tricks

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 19:59:43 +0000

Only using Roku to stream Netflix to your TV? Let Janko show you how to watch YouTube, watch video via USB drive and stream from your PC to the Roku box.

Cord Cutters: The iFanboy Edition

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:39:33 +0000

The iFanboy team tells us all about their experience with cord cutting.

Cord Cutters: Boxee Box Tips and Tricks

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 07:13:36 +0000

Episode 14: Boxee Box users, this one's for you: Janko shows off some of his secrets for watching online content using the device.

Cord Cutters: Better Netflix Streaming

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:43:02 +0000

Episode 13: Want to be sure that your Netflix is streaming the best it can? Janko has five tips on optimizing your experience.

Cord Cutters: WD TV, Twitter, "Black Box TV"

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 21:14:10 +0000

Episode 12: Janko demos the WD TV Live Plus, Ryan features viewer Twittter comments, and Liz showcases "Black Box TV."

Cord Cutters Confessions: Why We Canceled Cable

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 01:27:34 +0000

GigaOM staffers explain why and how they cut the cord.

Cord Cutters: PS3, Kids, "Merry Holidays"

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:39:10 +0000

Episode 10: Ryan pokes at the PS3, Janko shows parents how to keep kids entertained without cable and Liz suggests "Merry Holidays, Please Hold" for your Christmas viewing.

Cord Cutters: Home PC, "Oh, Inverted World"

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 20:29:40 +0000

Episode 9: Janko demonstrates how to use a PC as a cord-cutting device, and Liz thinks you'll like the web series "Oh, Inverted World."

Cord Cutters: Hulu Plus, Norton, Vag

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 20:02:00 +0000

Episode 8: Janko puts Hulu's subscription service to the test, Ryan talks with "Tekzilla"'s Patrick Norton and Liz recommends the series "Vag Magazine."

The Cord Cutters Holiday Gift Guide

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 04:28:12 +0000

Want to give the present of freedom from pay TV? Then chekc out our suggestions for boxes and accessories.

Cord Cutters: The Boxee Box, Derek, Stiller & Meara

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 05:04:27 +0000

Episode 6: Janko finally gets his hands on the Boxee Box, a reader gives Ryan the low-down on his cord-cutting solutions, and Liz plugs a web series introducing the internet to Ben Stiller's parents.

Cord Cutters: NewTeeVee Live Edition

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 23:31:10 +0000

Episode 5: Cord cutting was one of the big stories of our recent NewTeeVee Live conference.

Cord Cutters: Rabbit Ears, Readers and "Riese"

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:42:07 +0000

Episode 4: Janko takes a look at getting HDTV the old-fashioned way -- with an antenna; reader Kelly Hodgkins submits a video describing her cord cutting setup; and Liz Shannon Miller reviews steampunk web series "Riese."

Cord Cutters: Revue, Veebeam, "Neil"

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 20:19:28 +0000

Episode 3: The Cord Cutter crew reviews the Google TV-powered Logitech Revue, gives you demo of Veebeam and reviews the comedy, "The Legend of Neil."

Cord Cutters: Xbox 360, Leonora, "Obscura"

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:01:23 +0000

Episode 2: Janko experiments with the Xbox 360, Ryan interviews a recent cord cutter, and Liz recommends the web series "Camera Obscura."

Cord Cutters: Apple TV, Clicker, "Brawler"

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:49:14 +0000

Episode 1: Janko plays with the Apple TV, Ryan sits down with Clicker CEO Jim Lanzone and Liz talks up the web series "White Collar Brawler."