Thinking about getting rid of cable...

• gut

  the bundled price means I pay like $30/mo for cable....I can afford it
• like_that

  

  gut;1553185 wrote:the bundled price means I pay like $30/mo for cable....I can afford it

  Well, mine is not that cheap, and I can afford my cable, I just don't feel like spending that money anymore. Just because you can afford something doesn't mean you should spend your money on it...
• Zombaypirate

  like_that;1553075 wrote:Is there a way to watch on espn3 without having cable TV?

  Not that I have found?? If someone else knows a way I would appreciate it.
• gut

  like_that;1553208 wrote:... and I can afford my cable....

  If that were the case, you wouldn't be stealing it
• Automatik

  

  wildcats20;1553087 wrote:From the site...
  
  
  http://espn.go.com/watchespn/affList

  Reps! Had no idea I could use this w/ Verizon.
• like_that

  

  gut;1553252 wrote:If that were the case, you wouldn't be stealing it

  Where did I say anything about stealing? Nice reading comprehension fail. You are trying too hard to be a smug ass know it all here. If you want to waste money on stuff just because you can afford it then so be it. I guess you support obamacare then since you can afford your higher rate. /gutfaillogic
• Con_Alma

  We don't technically get rid of cable but we do disconnected it each year for several months and literally don't watch any programming at all.
• Automatik

  

  That sounds wonderful!!
• like_that

  

  Con_Alma;1553307 wrote:We don't technically get rid of cable but we do disconnected it each year for several months and literally don't watch any programming at all.

  This is not helpful at all. Thanks.
• Con_Alma

  It wasn't offered with the intent to help.
  
  You're welcome.
• like_that

  

  Con_Aspergers;1553313 wrote:It wasn't offered with the intent to help.
  
  You're welcome.

  Ok Aspergers.
• Con_Alma

  Gee ...thanks for your approval.
  
  Of course it's O.K. It doesn't require your endorsement to make it that way.
• Manhattan Buckeye

  Con_Alma;1553307 wrote:We don't technically get rid of cable but we do disconnected it each year for several months and literally don't watch any programming at all.

  Out of curiosity, do you still pay for the service, or will the company let you forego all charges during that time?
• Con_Alma

  The company doesn't restrict me at all because we aren't on a contract. I do, however, pay for a basic antenna connection so I can avoid a monster reconnection fee when we turn it back on in the fall.
• Manhattan Buckeye

  Con_Alma;1553322 wrote:The company doesn't restrict me at all because we aren't on a contract. I do, however, pay for a basic antenna connection so I can avoid a monster reconnection fee when we turn it back on in the fall.

  Ah, I was thinking it would be incredibly expensive to re-set your service otherwise.
• gut

  like_that;1553012 wrote:. There are a few shows here and there, but most I can get online the next day it came online. I have passwords to family accounts to HBOGO, Starz online, and Showtime online.
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  That would be stealing - recall fail.
• like_that

  

  gut;1553339 wrote:That would be stealing - recall fail.

  Yes, I am stealing from my family. You are trying too hard.
  
  Also, I could easily live without those online streaming options LOL. Just admit your logic fail, and move on.
• gut

  like_that;1553346 wrote:Yes, I am stealing from my family.

  No, you're stealing from the cable companies accessing premium services with an account that is not yours. "I could live without those online streaming options" - pretty much the standard justification from everyone for stealing cable.
  
  Neg reps for blatantly lying and trying to tell me I'm the one that fails logic.
• TedSheckler

  

  Why spend money on TV when you can download torrents?
• DeadliestWarrior34

  

  TedSheckler;1553362 wrote:Why spend money on TV when you can download torrents?

  But, but, but, that's stealing!!!!!!!!!
  
  
  /gut
• like_that

  

  gut;1553359 wrote:No, you're stealing from the cable companies accessing premium services with an account that is not yours. "I could live without those online streaming options" - pretty much the standard justification from everyone for stealing cable.
  
  Neg reps for blatantly lying and trying to tell me I'm the one that fails logic.

  So if I lend you a couple movies you are now stealing? Derp merp neg reps.
  
  Now kindly stfu.
  
  Anyway, back to the main topic. For those who are cable free how do you handle the live sports situation.
• Automatik

  

  like_that;1553369 wrote:So if I lend you a couple movies you are now stealing? Derp merp neg reps.
  
  Now kindly stfu.
  
  Anyway, back to the main topic. For those who are cable free how do you handle the live sports situation.

  Numerous streaming sites, friend's place, or a bar.
• gut

  like_that;1553369 wrote:So if I lend you a couple movies you are now stealing? Derp merp neg reps.

  If you are logging in to HBO Go, etc, with an account that is not yours you are stealing service. It's no different than splicing your neighbor's cable or sharing their wifi. That's flat out stealing -a.k.a. using a service you didn't pay for - from the cable companies.
  
  Look, if you're too ashamed or afraid to admit you steal cable, then perhaps you should pay for the services you use.
• dlazz

  gut;1553421 wrote:It's no different than splicing your neighbor's cable or sharing their wifi. That's flat out stealing -a.k.a. using a service you didn't pay for - from the cable companies.
  

  It is different because they're handing the access over. It's like approaching your neighbors and asking to splice the cable and they agree.
  
  It's a violation of the terms between the owner and their cable provider, but it's not stealing.
  
  By your rationale, asking to borrow someones car and they toss you the keys is stealing.
  
  Derp.
• Pick6

  

  I think I'd equate it to stealing from netflix, hbo, etc...but frankly, IDGAF. If they really had a problem with it, they would find a way to limit the usage.