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Any TV set made since 2007 has a digital tuner that lets you watch over-the-air (OTA) channels for free, if you get an inexpensive indoor antenna. These channels usually include local broadcast channels, including high-definition or “HDTV” signals. But an OTA antenna won’t get you free “premium” channels, which you can only get from cable, satellite, or online content services. Don’t believe an OTA antenna ad that says it can.
Before you cut the cord and buy an OTA antenna and related products, remember:
- Read the FCC’s tips about TV antennas and getting good reception.
- Only trust news reports about a product when they come from a credible news source, and on its own website or news feed.
- When you look at an online endorsement or review, think about where it’s posted and what you know about who wrote it. Some endorsements and reviews are fake or misleading. It can be hard to tell them apart from the real ones, so it’s better to check several sources. And expert reviews from trusted websites are a good way to go.
Brought to you by Dr. Ware, Microsoft Office 365 Silver Partner, Charleston SC.
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