Over the recent years, cord cutting has slowly become more and more of a viable cable TV alternative. Even ten years ago the idea of getting rid of cable seemed more like a sacrifice than an alternative way of consuming media. In those bygone days, the only way to watch TV without cable was through an antenna, torrenting, and DVD box sets.<\/p>\n
Today, the landscape is vastly different. We still have antennas; but they are far more sophisticated than their 2005 ancestors. We still have DVD box sets; but when you can stream the whole series on Netflix for $8.99 a month, why bother? In short, watching television without cable has never been easier.<\/p>\n
Emblematic of this revolution in entertainment are two companies on the forefront of technology and design; Microsoft and Mohu. As one of the biggest tech companies in the world, Microsoft<\/a> almost needs no introduction. Their gaming console, the Xbox One<\/a>, redefines the term \u201cHome Media Center\u201d and serves as an excellent foundation piece to which you can add cable TV alternatives.<\/p>\n You may or may not have heard about Mohu<\/a>, but their contribution to cord cutting is no less great. Mohu has combined military design with the tried and tested rabbit ears of your childhood to create an over-the-air antenna that represents an excellent synthesis of design and functionality.<\/p>\n With these two devices, the Xbox One and a Mohu antenna, you can free yourself from the tyrannical grip of cable; and today I\u2019m going to show you how to do that.<\/p>\n In April 2015, Microsoft let their customers know that the Xbox One console will now support\u00a0Hauppauge TV tuner cards<\/a>. This huge development means that customers in the United States and Canada can now access OTA TV from within the Xbox One interface. This change opens up the door for DVR functionality, rewind, stream to any device and channel guide features never before seen on a gaming console.<\/p>\n A Mohu antenna, like the Leaf<\/a>, will probably be the most valuable asset in your cord cutting toolbox. In terms of content, Mohu antennas work just like any other old antenna. You get all the broadcast networks you know and love (ABC, CBS, etc\u2026) and, besides the initial purchase, it\u2019s free.<\/p>\n While getting network television may not sound like a huge boon to your entertainment portfolio, it\u2019s actually a lot more than you think. Despite the ubiquity of cable, network television is still home to most of your favorite shows; like The Big Bang Theory<\/em>, Scandal<\/em>, or Supernatural<\/em>.<\/p>\n From a technical aspect antennas made by Mohu are small, lightweight, and can deliver crystal clear 1080i HD picture. Unlike the old rabbit years that you\u2019re used to, Mohu antennas can hold a strong signal in even the most adverse of circumstances.<\/p>\n When most people hear Xbox, they think of video games and kids wasting away in front of the TV. However, the Xbox One is so much more than a gaming platform.<\/p>\n You can stream from Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Sling TV, etc\u2026; you can play video games, stream content from your PC and now with Hauppauge you can watch free HD TV via your\u00a0antenna! You can even do both at the same time:<\/p>\n Essentially, the Xbox One offers a complete solution by integrating all the services and tools you need for a seamless viewing experience. While the $350 price tag for the console may seem intimidating, you also have to consider what you\u2019re getting for that price (plus, millions of homes. To experience OTA TV on the Xbox One, you can save $30 through the Microsoft Store by purchasing the Mohu Leaf + Hauppauge TV Tuner bundle<\/a>.<\/p>\nHauppauge Digital TV Tuner<\/h3>\n
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Microsoft is Changing the Way we Watch TV<\/h3>\n