It happened sooner than expected. Is ESPN next? Would this have any impact in future conference TV negotiations? Here's a quote that got my attention:

"HBO and ESPN are the two main reasons why people have cable and satellite TV," says Forrester analyst James McQuivey. "The whole industry has eyed them for years nervous that one day they would decide to do exactly what (HBO) said they'll do in 2015. We don't know until we see pricing and packaging how rapidly this will force a change in the way pay TV operators work, but it will definitely force a change."

http://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/h...d-26219171

They do that and ill do without them. That simple. But they will pick up some people here or there that dont want all of cable but want a certain channel etc. However, the only way for them to deliver said content would be digital i would imagine. Limiting their market

(10-15-2014 04:13 PM)goherd24herdfans Wrote:  They do that and ill do without them. That simple. But they will pick up some people here or there that dont want all of cable but want a certain channel etc. However, the only way for them to deliver said content would be digital i would imagine. Limiting their market

I think they realized Netflix is getting all these cord cutters who want to watch shows on their time, on their terms. I know for sure I'll get HBO GO when it becomes available. This is what I have so far since I cancelled DirecTV:

-Netflix
-Hulu Plus
-Redbox (it almost pays for itself every month since I get a free credit or movie every week)

Those three together are not even $26/mo. That's not even a 1/3 of what I used to pay when I had satellite.

Yeah, i have directv and all the movie channels etc. I dont want to rely on the internet for my movies and tv etc.

I cut the cord about a year ago. Between Netflix and Vudu I don't really miss it, except for football season, and even that is helped some by ESPN3 and what not. Can't wait for this trend to continue.

(10-15-2014 05:12 PM)forphase1 Wrote:  I cut the cord about a year ago. Between Netflix and Vudu I don't really miss it, except for football season, and even that is helped some by ESPN3 and what not. Can't wait for this trend to continue.

I cut the cord and don't regret it. I got Google ChromeCast and have been good with using my iPad and chrome browser to cast to my big screen.

I hope ESPN does what HBO does followed by all of the sports carriers.

GS.

Sports is one of the few reasons why I still have Direct TV.

This is just the beginning. A new day will arrive. Cable TV will one day be extinct.

(10-15-2014 04:11 PM)UTEPDallas Wrote:  It happened sooner than expected. Is ESPN next? Would this have any impact in future conference TV negotiations? Here's a quote that got my attention:

"HBO and ESPN are the two main reasons why people have cable and satellite TV," says Forrester analyst James McQuivey. "The whole industry has eyed them for years nervous that one day they would decide to do exactly what (HBO) said they'll do in 2015. We don't know until we see pricing and packaging how rapidly this will force a change in the way pay TV operators work, but it will definitely force a change."

http://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/h...d-26219171

Funny thing, when me and girlfriend moved in together and we were setting up cable she asked what packages i wanted and i told her, "it doesnt matter as long as i have HBO and ESPN, theyre the only channels that matter to me."

For those of you that have cut the cord, how easy is it for you to watch the broadcast channel shows? Other than OTA when they air live. I absolutely love Dish's Hopper. I find value in what it provides. Does Hulu or another app have most broadcast network shows online?

(10-15-2014 07:03 PM)cb4029 Wrote:  This is just the beginning. A new day will arrive. Cable TV will one day be extinct.

BUT, your cable internet is where they will get you....cut channel blocks out? OK, hows about we raise the cost of your home internet!

Someone always gets paid...

(10-15-2014 04:11 PM)UTEPDallas Wrote:  It happened sooner than expected. Is ESPN next? Would this have any impact in future conference TV negotiations? Here's a quote that got my attention:

"HBO and ESPN are the two main reasons why people have cable and satellite TV," says Forrester analyst James McQuivey. "The whole industry has eyed them for years nervous that one day they would decide to do exactly what (HBO) said they'll do in 2015. We don't know until we see pricing and packaging how rapidly this will force a change in the way pay TV operators work, but it will definitely force a change."

http://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/h...d-26219171

IF ESPN goes this route.... there are few things in play

Rights to ____
Rights fee payouts to ____
How much is NBCSports family, FOX Sports family, CBS Sports family, ect.... worth in this scenario?

How good is your bandwidth to support a 1080p HD broadcast on a 50" tv when your neighbors are watching too thus bottlenecking up the traffic. Compression issues? I won't even bring up the looming transition to 4K programming....

I like this bc I hate that I have to pay for useless channels when I only watch a couple of them. Give me the ESPNs, Fox Sports channels, AMC, HBO and local channels and I'm good.

This is not surprising at all. What is HBO? Mature rated original programming and movies, which is exactly what Netflix has become and they've paved the way to a better business model for HBO.

I wonder if HBO will still release new episodes one at a time or if they'll release entire seasons at once like Netflix does with their original content.

I use Netflix, a digital antenna, and a Netgear wireless video box to stream web content on my tv... I don't feel like I miss out on much, except a $75 Directv bill each month.

CBS just announced a $5.99 app.

meh, I can get CBS over the air. If this included CBS Sports then it would be a decent deal.

You can already get CBS Sports on Roku though through the SkidderTV app. I think it is $4.99/mo for CBS Sports channel.

For all of you cord cutters out there, what about stuff like the Disney channels, Food Network, History channel, etc.

Are cable and sat. the only places to get these channels?

I'll be intrested when the sports channels join up. I like the HBO idea, because there's only a few shows on there I watch, this would make it easier....on the other hand, if it's not cheaper ($15 a month is about the same) what's the point.

Also, for those that already cut, do you wind up with like 18 different apps and subscriptions spread out to the get all the channels and shows you want?

Then I better find a metal coat hanger because I only have plastic right now. Oh, and we can't forget the aluminum foil for better reception because I sure am not going to be watching sports on my 'puter. And paying more for it.