My TV for Seniors (2^nd Ed.) My... Series

Langue : Anglais

Auteur : Miller Michael

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Easy, clear, readable, and focused on what you want to do.

Step-by-step instructions that show you exactly how and where to watch what you want to watch.

Help when you have specific questions.

Tips and notes to help you get the most from local, cable, satellite, and streaming TV.

Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through watching TV today on a variety of devices--and saving money doing so. Learn how to

Cut the cable and satellite cord
Save money on your cable or satellite TV bill
Watch local TV stations for free
Choose the best TV and streaming media player for you
Connect and use an Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, or Roku streaming media player
Watch Amazon Prime Video, CBS All Access, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Peacock, and other streaming video services
Watch live streaming video services like AT&T TV, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV
Find where to best watch sporting events
Get a better picture with HD, 4K, 8K, and HDR
Get better sound with a sound bar or surround

Chapter 1 Choosing the Right TV 3

Bigger, Better, and Sharper: HD and UHD TV..............................4

Different Types of Screens ..............................................................11

Screens of All Shapes and Sizes .........................................15

Getting Smart About Smart TVs ........................................21

Shopping for a New TV: A Checklist .........................25

Adjusting Your Set for the Best Picture.......................28

Chapter 2 Getting Better Sound 35

Reading What You Hear with Closed Captions ..........................35

Getting Better Sound from Headphones ....................37

Enhancing TV Audio with a Sound Bar ..................................38

Understanding Surround Sound .................................43

Assembling a Surround Sound System ..........................49

Choosing the Right Options for You ...............................56

Chapter 3 Getting Local and Broadcast Television Over the Air 61

Understanding Over-the-Air TV ..........................................61

Cutting the Cord for OTA Broadcasts..........................65

Watching Local Digital Networks ............................75

Recording Local Channels ........................81

Comparing OTA DVRs ......................................86

Other Ways to Watch Local Channels .......................88

Checklist for Watching Local TV on a Budget ............92

Chapter 4 Getting Cable and Satellite TV 95

Understanding Cable and Satellite TV .............96

Cable Versus Satellite: What's Best for You ..............98

Choosing a Provider and Package ...................101

Watching Cable and Satellite TV ......................106

Reducing Your Monthly Bill ..............................118

Chapter 5 Getting Streaming Media Devices 125

Understanding Internet Streaming Video ...............125

Watching Amazon Fire TV .....................131

Watching Apple TV ................................136

Watching Roku .............................................141

Other Streaming Media Players..........................146

Comparing Streaming Media Players ..........................151

Optimizing Streaming Media Playback ....................................154

Chapter 6 Watching Paid Streaming Video Services 163

Watching Amazon Prime Video .............................................164

Using Amazon Prime Video ..................166

Watching Apple TV+ ......................................167

Watching CBS All Access ...........................169

Watching Disney+ ..................................................171

Watching HBO Max ............................175

Watching Hulu ..................................178

Using Netflix ......................................183

Watching Peacock ................................185

Watching Other Paid Streaming Services .....................188

Chapter 7 Watching Free Streaming Video Services 197

Discovering Free Streaming Content ...................197

Watching YouTube ...............................210

Chapter 8 Watching Live Streaming Video Services 213

Understanding Live Streaming Video Services .....................213

Watching AT&T TV .........................216

Watching fuboTV ................................219

Watching Hulu + Live TV ....................223

Watching Philo ..............................225

Watching Sling TV .........................................227

Watching YouTube TV .....................................231

Comparing Live Streaming Services ........................235

Chapter 9 Watching Broadcast, Cable, and Satellite Channels via Streaming Video 239

Broadcast Networks Online .....................................240

Cable and Satellite Channels Online .....................244

Pay Networks Online ................................248

Chapter 10 Watching News and Sports via Streaming Video 253

Watching Live News .....................................253

Watching Live Weather .......................260

Watching Live Sports ............................................262

Chapter 11 Watching Paid and Rented Programs 273

Shopping at the Amazon Prime Video Store .........................274

Shopping at FandangoNOW ...................................................277

Shopping at Google Play ..............280

Shopping at Vudu ...........................283

Playing Movies Purchased Anywhere with Movies Anywhere.................287

Chapter 12 Watching Streaming TV on Your Phone, Tablet, or Computer 291

Sharing Accounts Across Multiple Devices ...................................291

Watching Streaming Videos on Your Mobile Device ...........................293

Watching Streaming Videos in Your Computer's Web Browser ..................297

Start Watching .........................................298

Mirroring and Casting to Your TV....................300

Improving Streaming Performance ....................................306

Appendix A What's Playing Where 309

Glossary 313

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Michael Miller is a popular and prolific writer of more than 200 nonfiction books, known for his ability to explain complex topics to everyday readers. He writes about a variety of topics, including technology, business, and music. His best-selling books for Que include My iPad for Seniors, My Windows 10 Computer for Seniors, My Facebook for Seniors, My Social Media for Seniors, My Internet for Seniors, and Computer Basics: Absolute Beginner's Guide. Worldwide, his books have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Find out more at the author's website: www.millerwriter.com

Follow the author on Twitter: molehillgroup

TV has changed! This book will help seniors discover great new options -- and save money, too

Easy, clear, non-technical, and packed with examples: the only book of its kind promoted by AARP
Find the best deals on programming and movies you love
Covers Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+, Google, Apple, iTunes, HBO Now, Sling TV, DirecTV Now, PlayStation Vue, YouTube TV, and much more
Answers the questions seniors ask most often about today’s TV choices
Full-color throughout, with a friendly design and larger text for easier reading