It
is worth
considering the differences between cable vs satellite TV before you
make the decision of which is better for you. Although on the surface
the differences appear rather minimal (aside from the satellite dish),
there are many nuances to factor in.
The first and last thing on most folks' minds is installation cost.
Surely, a satellite dish plus the box for the TV costs more than just a
cable and the cable box, right? Actually, you may be surprised to learn
that it depends: There are many commitment offers, typically around
twelve months, that compare favorably to a cable installation plus
billing. If you are looking for a twelve month commitment, then,
satellite TV might be the thing for you.
The second thing to
consider is monthly billing. Satellite almost
universally comes out stronger on this front, as cable prices typically
include local stations as well. This is the typical trade off: lower
prices, but no local news. Some satellite providers are rethinking
this, however, and have started adding more local content.
The third thing on people's mind is reception. When it starts to rain
and thunder, satellite can indeed be problematic. But you get the
guarantee of digital quality television, something cable cannot always
do. Cable ofen is digital quality, but much of its content is in analog
form.
What comes last is generally the features (of course, it could come
first to you, but this is very general). Satellite almost always comes
with DVR (or digital video recorders, which allow pause and playback)
and a host of channels, including pay per view. Typically, cable is
harder to navigate when selecting options, although they are favorable
to satellite nonetheless. Both satellite and good cable generally use
digital, but cable often uses analog, and there is an immense
difference in quality between the two. For starters, analog does not
work with HDTV.
Lastly, cable TV comes through cable. Satellite TV comes from
satellite, and that's pretty cool in and of itself. Really though, when
it comes to choosing cable vs satellite TV, there really is no clear
winner. But I'm leaning towards satellite TV.
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Quick Tip #1
The
view of the sky from your house might affect if you can get a good
transmission with a satellite dish. If a tall building is in between
your house and the part of sky where the satellite is, you may have to
get cable.
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Quick Tip #2
If
you live in a remote area, the cable company might not service your
area. Call your local cable provider to find out.
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Quick Tip #3
The
quality of cable vs satellite TV can vary depending on your provider.
Also, the image quality might be updated soon for the service you
provide. Do the research to determine which option is best for you.
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