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WAL-MART TELLS CUSTOMERS: ‘CUT THE CABLE!”<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Cable and satellite TV system operators are in a tough, viciously competitive business. Not only do they have to keep close tabs on each other, they\u2019re losing subscribers to internet video streaming services that threaten the long-term future of the entire industry.<\/p>\n

As if these woes weren’t enough, the nation\u2019s largest retailer has moved in on their turf. Early this month, Wal-Mart inaugurated a promotion for video streaming tools with the slogan: \u201cCut the Cable\u201d.<\/p>\n

Encouraging its customers to ditch the conventional pay TV subscription model, Wal-Mart outlined four steps for doing so\u2013 including, of course, buying video streaming players and antennae from Wal-Mart.<\/p>\n

On its website, the retailer asks, \u201cWhat better way to save money on your cable bill than getting rid of it altogether?\u201d Though it doesn’t mention prices of its TV sets or streaming tools on the promotional page\u2013 the visitor has to find the product page for that\u2013 Wal-Mart hints that the move could bring big savings: \u201cAs TV Cable bills grow even larger\u2013 families spend an average of $160 per month on cable bundles!- an increasing number of people are opting to cut the cord and slice that monthly bill by up to half. Basically, this means dropping your cable or satellite TV subscription and opting for the ease and flexibility of watching all your favorite shows and movies on streaming services like Netflix and Vudu.\u201d<\/p>\n

Wal-Mart owns Vudu, though it did not mention this fact in the ad.<\/p>\n

While some video streaming platforms offer live access to broadcast networks and their affiliate stations, most cord-cutters will need over-the-air antennae to receive them. Wal-Mart sells antennae, too.<\/p>\n

The \u201cCut the Cable\u201d promotion will continue until July 31.<\/p>\n

In most rural areas, and some suburban areas, cable TV is unavailable anyway. For these areas, satellite TV or streaming services such as Sling TV are the only practical options. If this is the case where you live, we can help you find the TV service that best meets your needs.<\/p>\n

Whatever your TV or internet needs, talk to us. We can help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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