{"id":22588,"date":"2017-03-08T16:13:15","date_gmt":"2017-03-08T21:13:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.gomohu.com\/?p=22588"},"modified":"2021-09-13T11:49:13","modified_gmt":"2021-09-13T16:49:13","slug":"playstation-vue-cord-cutters-overview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gomohu.com\/blog\/playstation-vue-cord-cutters-overview\/","title":{"rendered":"Detailed Look at PlayStation Vue for Cord Cutters by a Cord Cutter"},"content":{"rendered":"

When I first heard that Sony had launched an\u00a0over-the-top (OTT)<\/a> internet television service, I\u00a0incorrectly assumed that unless I owned a PlayStation game system I couldn’t subscribe. The truth is, anyone who wants to enjoy streaming live TV can subscribe and enjoy PlayStation Vue<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Since its launch two years ago, PlayStation Vue has steadily gained subscribers.<\/p>\n

Prices have dropped since the initial offering of the service and it is now going head to head with its competition: Sling TV<\/a>, DirecTV Now and the soon to be launched\u00a0YouTube TV<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you’re not already a subscriber, you can always\u00a0try PlayStation Vue with\u00a0its free\u00a07 day trial and\u00a0no contract.<\/p>\n

Your Choice Of PlayStation Vue Packages<\/h2>\n
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PlayStation Vue Packages: Prices may vary depending upon location.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Your free\u00a07 day trial allows you to\u00a0choose any of the four base channel packages to try before you buy. Heads up though, if you don’t cancel before the trial is up, your credit card on file is charged the per month cost for the\u00a0specific plan you’ve selected.<\/p>\n

Access Slim<\/h3>\n

This is the least expensive channel package offered by PlayStation Vue at $30 per month*. \u00a0All channels in this package will be found in more expensive package offerings.<\/p>\n

\"PlayStation<\/p>\n

Core Slim<\/h3>\n

This package includes those channels offered in Access Slim and adds several sports centered channels for $35 per month*. Most notably GOLF Channel, NBA TV, ESPNews, ESPN U and CSN networks.<\/p>\n

\"Core<\/p>\n

Elite Slim<\/h3>\n

For my free trial, I chose this package, which costs $45 per month*. It has all the channels found in Core Slim and Access Slim as well as several movie, news and lifestyle channels I like including EPIX Hits, MGM HD, SONY, BBC World News and Velocity.<\/p>\n

\"Elite<\/p>\n

Ultra Slim<\/h3>\n

The most expensive package at $65 per month*, Ultra Slim includes all the channels that are in the other three and adds East and West HBO and Showtime networks. At this price point, you’re definitely wading into traditional Pay-TV territory.\u00a0If you’re a TV junky but just want to rid yourself of 2-year contracts, hidden fees, and old bulky equipment, this may\u00a0be the streaming package for you.<\/p>\n

\"Ultra<\/p>\n

*Note that pricing for these plans will vary depending on if you live in an area where your local broadcast channels are available. <\/strong>For New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, San Francisco and Miami, expect to add another $10 per month per plan.<\/p>\n

Standalone and\/or add-on channels are also available for all of the four packages for an additional fee, including HBO, Cinemax, EPIX Hits, Showtime, Fox Soccer Plus and more.<\/p>\n

My Experience With PlayStation Vue<\/h2>\n

After less than one week of use, these are my impressions.<\/p>\n

Things I Like About It<\/h3>\n