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Cut the Cord part 1, an introduction

Learn about the benefits of cutting the cord from traditional TV subscriptions and explore the world of streaming options. Discover how to stream on your TV and find the best streaming devices and services.

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Cut the Cord part 1, an introduction

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  1. Cut the Cordpart 1, an introduction November 27, 2017

  2. Philip Bahr Reference Librarian: Fairfield Public Library Film and Television Blogger 9 years without cable/satellite TV “I hate watching commercials.” “We are in a new golden age of television.”

  3. Disclaimer • The information contained in this presentation is the speaker’s personal knowledge and experience. It does not reflect the beliefs, opinions, or views of Fairfield Public Library or the Town of Fairfield. • The speaker does not work for or receive compensation or gifts from any company, organization, media outlet or product presented tonight. • The choices are enormous. We are not going to cover everything, but we will discuss major trends and numerous options.

  4. Time to Cut the Cord? tomsguide.com/us/cord-cutting-guide,news-17928.html

  5. Streaming Growth “By the end of 2017, about a quarter of US households won't have a traditional TV subscription as "cord-cutting" continues to creep up…” Cable: 3% Streaming: 32% Services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video are growing much faster than traditional TV — here's how much

  6. Outline • What kind of television viewer are you? • What is streaming? • How to stream on your TV • basic information on: • Streaming devices • Media Streaming Services • Resources

  7. Television Viewing Changes PASSIVE vs ACTIVE

  8. Passive vs. Active • Passive • In the past, television came to you. • You had very little control. • Had to sit down at a specific day/time • VCRs and DVRs helped jump start the change • Passive viewer asks: “How many channels do I get?”

  9. Passive vs. Active • Active • You choose what/when/where you want to watch. • VCRs/DVD players started this movement. • DVRs added an additional layer of active. • Netflix/Amazon Prime/Hulu, Network websites/apps - streaming added the final layer. • No/limited commercials. (issue with cord cutters) • Less time wasted channel surfing. • Most of us are some combination of Active/Passive. • Active viewer asks: “What programs do I get?” (not channels)

  10. Passive vs. Active • Passive • Antenna (1st TVs -present) • Cable/Satellite subscription (1970’s – present)(on-demand/DVR makes this combo) • Sling TV Playstation VueYouTube (Google)DirectTV Hulu (coming 2017) • Active • VCR/DVD/DVR • Internet • Cable on demand • Smart TV or box • Roku/Apple TV, etc. • Amazon Prime, Netflix, Hulu, etc. • Sports packages • Watching media on multiple devices - phone, tablet, desktop, laptop, television

  11. Time to let go of passive? Are you ready? Is it time? Want a mix of both passive and active? Want to keep everything the same? Tonight you’ll be given some information to help you make that decision.

  12. Tonight we’re going to focus on television in your home. I will mention accessing media through apps on phones and tablets where applicable

  13. What is Streaming? • Streaming media is multimedia that is constantly received by and presented to an end-user while being delivered by a provider. Its verb form, "to stream", refers to the process of delivering media in this manner; the term refers to the delivery method of the medium rather than the medium itself. • A client media player can begin playing the data (such as a movie) before the entire file has been transmitted. Distinguishing delivery method from the media distributed applies specifically to telecommunications networks, as most other delivery systems are either inherently streaming (e.g., radio, television) or inherently nonstreaming (e.g., books, video cassettes, audio CDs). • From Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streaming_media

  14. What is Streaming? What is Streaming Video? Butterscotch.com YouTube video

  15. Must Have: Internet Connection None of this happens without an Internet connection in your home. Internet Speed for Optimal Streaming Broadband/high speed Internet connection (DSL or Cable) with a download speed of at least 800kbps (higher download speeds are required for higher bitrate content). You can check your speed here: www.speedtest.net. Compare Internet Service Providers for Streaming: Best Deal for Internet without Cable (Cut Cable Today)

  16. How to stream on your TV TV Internet 1 2 wired 3 wired or wireless

  17. How to stream on your TV TV needs to be connected (Wi-Fi (wireless) or wired ) to the Internet • Smart TV w/ apps– Wi-Fi (wireless) or wired • any digital TV with streaming device(box or stick)(Roku, AppleTV, Xbox, etc.) – Wi-Fi or wired • any digital (not analog) TV with laptop or tablet – physically connected to the Internet (LOW RES) – Wi-Fi or wired • Many people are using their portable devices (tablets, phones) only and have stopped buying televisions. Any streaming service has an app for Android and Apple tablets and phones.

  18. Streaming Devices (one-time purchase) • Smart TV (apps built in) • TV(digital – smart or not) + Box or Stick • Amazon Fire TV(popular with Amazon customers – box or stick) • Apple TV(popular with Apple customers) • Blu-ray player • Game Consoles - Wii, PlayStation, Xbox(popular with gamers) • Google Chromecast(no remote – have to use phone/tablet – 3 disk models) • Roku(largest share - 50% of the market, box or stick – 6 models from analog to HD/4K) Best Streaming Devices 2017 (Tom’s Guide)

  19. Media Streamers 2017 • Best Media Streaming Devices

  20. Recap: Streaming Devices • Smart TV (apps built in) • TV +Device (box/stick)(Digital TV – Smart or not)

  21. Next… Once you’ve figured out physical product, your Streaming Device(Smart TV or TV w/device) will need at least one Streaming Service

  22. Media Streaming Services (monthly subscriptions) • Amazon Prime (Amazon Video) - $8.25/month just streaming, $11/month or $99/yr. includes streaming plus pay-per-view and digital to own, content subscriber add-on’s (Starz, Acorn, Showtime, etc.) plus 20 more features. Original Content. Amazon Prime: 20 benefits every member gets (CNET) • Hulu- $6 one year intro price. $8 or $12/month (limited or no commercials). The leader in currenttelevision content plus adding more film than any other provider. Cable replacement option for $40/month. Original Content • Netflix- $8/$11/$14 month (streaming). Separate charge for DVD & Blu-ray rentals ($8-$10/month) through the mail. Adding less film content, but still have the largest catalog. Original Content Guide to Streaming Video Services (Consumer Reports)

  23. Media Streaming Services Tom’s Guide Best Streaming Video Services 2017(March 2017) Consumer Report Guide to Streaming Video Services (April 2017)

  24. Let’s talk money My current monthly cost: • $49.90 - Internet only through Optimum • $10.99 - Netflix streaming (HD/2 machines at a time) • $9.99 - Netflix 1 DVD w/ Blu-ray ($7.99 without) • $8.25 – Amazon Prime (yearly subscription $99) ________________________________________________ • $79.13 - Total a la carte for Philip Bahr Just to prove all of us are constantly evolving… I’d like to figure out a cheaper way to get Internet. I also tried both Sling TV and Hulu, but decided not to continue with them.

  25. Why care about streaming?

  26. Resources – Websites Favorite Cord Cutter Websites • Cord Cutters News (cordcuttersnews.com/) • Cord Cutting 101: cordcuttersnews.com/cord-cutting-101-beginners-guide-cord-cutting-2017-edition/ • Cut Cable Today(cutcabletoday.com/) • Tom’s Guide (tomsguide.com/t/streaming/)

  27. Resources – Websites Favorite Tech Websites • C/NET (cnet.com)* • Reviews, news, and prices on tech products, like a “Consumer Reports” for electronics and technology.cnet.com/best-products/ • Digital Trends (digitaltrends.com/) • here to help you navigate an increasingly digital world. • Lifehacker (lifehacker.com/) • tips and downloads for getting things done • Mashable(mashable.com/)* • is a leading source for news, information & resources for the Connected Generation. * Receive daily emails

  28. Resources - Articles • How to Cut the Cord and Save Money in 2017: https://cordcuttingreport.com/cord-cutting-guide/ • Cord Cutter Guide: http://cordcutterguide.com/ • Tom’s Guide: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/cord-cutting-guide,news-17928.html • Cut Cable Today: http://www.cutcabletoday.com/ • Digital Trends: http://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/how-to-quit-cable-for-online-streaming-video/ • How to ensure your internet connection and home network are primed for cord cutting: http://www.techhive.com/article/3187758/streaming-media/how-to-ensure-your-internet-connection-and-home-network-are-primed-for-cord-cutting.html • CNET’s Online TV Streaming Services Directory (2017) https://www.cnet.com/how-to/best-where-to-watch-tv-online-streaming-services-directory// • Best Streaming Services Guide (Consumer Reports) (includes cable replacement): • http://www.consumerreports.org/streaming-video-services/guide-to-subscription-streaming-video-services/ • Best Movie and Streaming TV Services 2017: http://www.newtechnologytv.com/best-tv-streaming-services/ • YouTube TV vs DirecTV Now vs Sling TV vs PlayStation Vue: Face-Off!: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/youtube-tv-vs-cable-tv-replacements,news-24578.html • There are 5 major services that let you stream live TV over the internet — here's how they compare (Business Insider) http://www.businessinsider.com/streaming-services-comparison-hulu-youtube-tv-sling-directv-now-playstation-vue-2017-5/ • Best (and Worst) Cable-Replacement Services (Tom's Guide) https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-cable-replacements,review-4387.html • Are your live local channels on a streaming TV service yet? (CNET) https://www.cnet.com/news/are-your-live-local-channels-on-a-streaming-tv-service-yet/ • YouTube TV – the newest cable replacement competitor: https://tv.youtube.com/welcome/ • C/Net’s Best Media Streamers: http://www.cnet.com/topics/media-streamers/best-media-streamers/ • Best Streaming Devices 2017: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-streaming-players,review-2140.html • The Best Media Streamers (The Wirecutter): http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-media-streamers/ • Are Blu-ray and DVD players already obsolete? http://www.cheatsheet.com/gear-style/blu-ray-dvd-players-already-obsolete.html/ • Watch Sports Online: A Complete Guide to Legally Streaming Live Sports (Best link for sports fans): https://www.cutcabletoday.com/sports/ • The Ultimate Cord Cutting Guide for Sports Fans: http://cordcuttersnews.com/ultimate-cord-cutting-guide-sports-fans/ • NFL, Amazon Ink Thursday Night Football Streaming Deal for Prime Members: http://www.droid-life.com/2017/04/05/nfl-amazon-tnf/ • Buying a New TV: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/16/business/buying-a-new-tv-guide.html (a whole other conversation)

  29. Media Streaming Services • Exploring Amazon Prime • Exploring Hulu Plus • Exploring Netflix

  30. What else? What other areas of home tech are you interested in learning about? cnet.com/best-products/ Add any comment to our feedback form.

  31. Thank You • Questions? • Philip BahrReference LibrarianFairfield Public Librarypbahr@fplct.org • FPL media blog: What We’re Watchingfairfieldpubliclibrary.org/blogs/movies/

  32. Cut the Cordpart 2, advanced December 4, 2017

  33. Philip Bahr Reference Librarian: Fairfield Public Library Film and Television Blogger 9 years without cable/satellite TV “I hate watching commercials.” “We are in a new golden age of television.”

  34. Disclaimer • The information contained in this presentation is the speaker’s personal knowledge and experience. It does not reflect the beliefs, opinions, or views of Fairfield Public Library or the Town of Fairfield. • The speaker does not work for or receive compensation or gifts from any company, organization, media outlet or product presented tonight. • The choices are enormous.

  35. Outline • Quick Recap • Deep Dive • Speed • Media Streaming Services • Cable Replacement Services • Local Channels • Live Sports • Cost • Resources

  36. Recap • Viewer: Passive or Active? • What is streaming? • How to stream on your TV

  37. Speed • Kbps stands for "kilobits per second," while Mbps stands for "megabits per second." Because one megabit is equal to 1,000 kilobits, 1 Mbps is 1000 times faster than 1 Kbps. Important: The lowercase "b" in Kbps and Mbps means "bit," not byte. • The lowercase "b" in Kbps and Mbps means "bit," not byte. One byte is equal to eight bits. For example, 2 MBps equals 16 Mbps.

  38. Speed tomsguide.com/us/internet-speed-what-you-need,news-24289.html

  39. Speed – Optimum (local) Internet Speed Tiers: Optimum 400: 400 Mbps downstream 35 Mbps upstream Optimum 100: 100 Mbps downstream 35 Mbps upstream Optimum 300: 300 Mbps downstream 35 Mbps upstream Optimum 60: 60 Mbps downstream 25 Mbps upstream Optimum 200: 200 Mbps downstream 35 Mbps upstream Optimum 25: 25 Mbps downstream 5 Mbps upstream

  40. Media Streaming Devices Any questions about devices? • Smart TV • TV + streaming media device • Amazon Fire TV - $40-$75; also TVs • Apple TV - $180-$200 add’l storage • Chromecast (Google) - $35-$70; also audio • Roku (new product line 10/2017) - $30-$100; also TVs • others

  41. Media Streaming Services • Amazon Prime (Instant Video) - $9/month just streaming or $11/month;$99/yr. includes streaming, plus pay-per-view, digital to own, content subscriber add-on’s (Starz, Acorn, Showtime, etc.) and 20 additional benefits. Original Content.Amazon Prime: 20 benefits every member gets (CNET) • Hulu– $6 intro price 1st year, $8 or $12/month (limited or no commercials). The leader in currenttelevision content plus adding more film than any other provider. Original Content. Cable Replacement Option - $40/month • iTunes – Purchase only, can get pricey if you are a huge television viewer. Sustainable? Updated for 2016 from the original article at Digital Trends – 12/31/13

  42. Media Streaming Services • Netflix - $8 (1;1SD), $11 (2;2HD), $14 (4;4K) per month (streaming). Separate charge for DVD & Blu-ray rentals ($8-$10/month) through the mail. Adding less film content, but still have the largest catalog. Original Content • VuduandFandango Now (formerly M-Go)– good place to rent or purchase new releases. Vudu great for TV. Fandango Now great for movies.YouTube and Vimeo – Free access to all sorts of video footage from politics to history to silliness. Huge music library, web series, short films, television clips, movie trailers. Original Content. YouTube: Cable Replacement Option - $35/month.Guide to Streaming Video Services (Consumer Reports)

  43. Media Streaming Services • THE NETWORKS & CABLE CHANNELS • CBS All Access-$6 or $10/month. • ABC/NBC available through cable replacement services (Sling TV, PlayStation Vue). ABC/NBC free apps offer limited on-demand content. • HBO Now-$15/month. • PBS/PBS Kids – free, limited on-demand. Passport $60/yr, Amazon Masterpiece $6/month. • Showtime - $11/month ($9 w/ Amazon or Hulu). • Starz - $9/month. • News Stations CNN, Fox, MSNBC through cable replacement subscription. • Free: CBSN Live (US) and SkyTV (UK) How to Watch Live TV Online Guide to Streaming Video Services (Consumer Reports)

  44. Media Streaming Services • Niche – The Long Tail… • Acorn.TV – British streaming service including classics (Foyle’s War, MidsomerMurders) and current favorites (Jack Irish, 19-2). $5/month • Crunchyroll.com – Anime, Manga, and other Asian TV fare. $7/month (or free w/ ads) • Fandor.com – curated obscure titles, silent films, LGBT, B-grade horror flicks. $10/month; $90/year • Mubi.com – curated/handpicked site for classic, cult, and independent films. ~30/month (new each day) $7/month

  45. Media Streaming Services Tom’s Guide Best Streaming Video Services 2017(March 2017) Consumer Report Guide to Streaming Video Services (April 2017)

  46. Library’s Streaming Media • Free for Fairfield residents: • hoopla – a streaming media service offering a wide array of formats including Ebooks, Audiobooks, comics, music, FILM and TELEVISION. 7/month, available on most devices – Roku coming soon) • Kanopy (coming January 2018) – streaming film for libraries - “Thoughtful entertainment” (documentaries, classics, indie) 7/month, available on most devices.

  47. Deciphering Choices • Are you forgetting where to go to find what in this streaming age? • Can’t remember what TV shows are on Netflix? • Which ones are on Amazon Prime? • What shows are on Hulu? • There are a couple of potential solutions.

  48. Aggregators - Reelgood • a service making it easier for cord cutters to find something new to watch and keep track of their favorite shows, is launching a new site that aggregates content from across over 250 streaming services in a single interface. • The end result is something of a TV Guide for the new streaming age. Reelgood.com

  49. Aggregators - SelectTV • SelectTV - $2.99/month • SelectTV makes it easier than ever to watch TV Shows, Movies, Events, and more online by organizing all of the web's entertainment into the world's most comprehensive SmartGuide. Whether you're looking for the latest episode of your favorite TV Show, a fun movie for the whole family, or a live stream of tonight's big game, it's all just a click away with SelectTV. The SelectTV SmartGuide searches, updates, organizes, and manages over 2 million video links every day, so you can spend less time searching and more time watching.

  50. Finding Your Favorite Shows & StationsBuilding Your Own Streaming Bundle TechHive helps you discover aggregator tools to find the best services for the content you watch: • Just Watch - download the app to search for where you can watch films and television shows. • Suppose.TV – you tell it what you watch – TV channels, streaming services, and it tells you which cable replacement is best for you. • Untangle.TV – tell them what you watch and how you watch it. • Washington Post - Use this tool to build your own, personalized TV bundle — then see which streaming video services match it best. • Yidio – download the app for a universal search & discovery of any TV show or movie! Need help picking a streaming TV plan? These tools will help you decide.

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