Not with Vue, no. I think it's really misleading that they even refer to it as a DVR. I guess it's fine for regular TV shows but it's pretty much nonfunctional for sports.
The other nice feature is jump to an inning. If there's a play or a 1/2 inning you specifically want to see, say - top of the 10th yesterday - you can go right to it.You can start from the beginning with MLB TV on Roku. The fast forward takes some getting used to but is also functional.
Unless I misread the lineup, I don't think Hulu has CSN either. So no go on Cs games.Hulu has launched a live TV service that includes access to "regular" Hulu. They'll upcharge you for commercial-free options and DVR. It contains some local channels, but I put in some random New England zip codes and couldn't get NESN. So PlayStation Vue is still the best option for New England-based Red Sox fans.
All of these services seem to have a fatal flaw. Vue right now is the least-worst option, but it's essentially just like regular cable.
Vue has it. Red zone is a one time fee per season.What OTT platforms offer NFLN andRedZone.
I see that Dish does, but by the time you buy all the tiers you need to get there you may as well keep cable.
It really depends on your appetite for in-market sports. Outside of New England, I was fine with no Tv, MLB.TV and Sunday Ticket. Back in New England I got PlayStation Vue for easy access to NESN and CSNNE and a local OTA channels package to pick up the Pats.I'm moving into a new home next week (Franklin MA) and they have Verizon Fios. I had gone without cable tv in my last home, but is there any reason to go back to cable now? If I just get internet to stream television, is there anything I should ask for or try to negotiate as a new customer?
I have Playstation Vue out of market (no NESN) and was just validated through the app. Huge.I know this isn't "cutting the cord" talk, but NESN can now stream Sox games with a comcast login and the nesngo app. If you can find a friend that will give you a username and password, it will be a little easier for people without cable.
Is that "stealing?"I know this isn't "cutting the cord" talk, but NESN can now stream Sox games with a comcast login and the nesngo app. If you can find a friend that will give you a username and password, it will be a little easier for people without cable.
Yeah. The DVR is flawed (easy to rewind but not to fast forward; storage is limited to 28 days) and the UI is quirky, but it's essentially the cable experience without a contract or equipment rental.Playstation VUE is a bit of a gamechanger. I'm basically on free cable right now as a new customer but my mom and her boyfriend are trying it out. The streaming is silky smooth so far, the channel selection is great, and it has sports. I prefer it to the cable I have at this point.
If you have an Apple TV fast forward is pretty simple. It's really easy to jump ahead say 3 min and skip the commercials.Yeah. The DVR is flawed (easy to rewind but not to fast forward; storage is limited to 28 days) and the UI is quirky, but it's essentially the cable experience without a contract or equipment rental.
Its own apps for iOS are great, and a Vue subscription gives you access to mobile and TV anywhere apps.
Nice! Does this only work for something that's recorded, or does it work for something that's live? That's where my issue is. If I start the Sox game live, I can start it from the beginning but I can't, say, fast-forward through the commercials for the first three innings to catch up to the live broadcast.If you have an Apple TV fast forward is pretty simple. It's really easy to jump ahead say 3 min and skip the commercials.
None that I can see.what is the advantage to using NESNGo over watching on Vue (via the Vue app)?
Correct, here are the supported devices:Very dumb/obvious question, is PlayStation Vue for everyone? It's just a service and doesn't require a PlayStation, right?
It works on pretty much any device, but you need to have one of the specific devices from the list above as the "master" device or a bunch of the channels won't work.Correct, here are the supported devices:
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Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick
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Android TV
Google Chromecast
I think when it originally came out it only worked with PS3/PS4.
Edit: it also works on Ios and Android devices, and web browsers.
I'm curious about your fast forwarding issues on Vue. I have a Fire TV and it works just fine. Have you tried holding the FF button down for like five seconds? That speeds it up. If you're watching On Demand within your Favorites service you can't fast forward, though.Yeah. The DVR is flawed (easy to rewind but not to fast forward; storage is limited to 28 days) and the UI is quirky, but it's essentially the cable experience without a contract or equipment rental.
Its own apps for iOS are great, and a Vue subscription gives you access to mobile and TV anywhere apps.
Ah, didn't know that about MLB app. Cable it is.For the Pats, every game this year except one (Miami 12/11 MNF game) is on CBS, Fox, or NBC, so all you need is an HD antenna. It used to be that the MNF game was also available over the air locally (Channel 5?), but I am not sure if ESPN still does that for local markets.
Keep in mind the MLB app won't allow you to watch Sox games if you are in New England.
As mentioned elsewhere in this discussion, PSVue is a pretty good streaming-only cable alternative at $35/month that gets you NESN, CSN-NE (Celtics), the ESPN suite (including SEC Network), the Fox Sports networks (including Big Ten), MLB Net, NBA Net, NFL Net, Golf Channel, NBC Sports Net, and a good selection of other channels. Your major loss is in DVR capability, clunky interface for searching/switching channels, and no Viacom networks (Comedy Central, MTV, VH-1, Nick, etc.). Free five day trial to start.Ah, didn't know that about MLB app. Cable it is.
What's the DVR loss? I have Vue and the "My Shows" function works essentially the same as DVR. The only issue I've had it some glitching if I watch a show I am recording at the time it records and switch channels. Sometimes it messes with the recording. Other than that, it works great.As mentioned elsewhere in this discussion, PSVue is a pretty good streaming-only cable alternative at $35/month that gets you NESN, CSN-NE (Celtics), the ESPN suite (including SEC Network), the Fox Sports networks (including Big Ten), MLB Net, NBA Net, NFL Net, Golf Channel, NBC Sports Net, and a good selection of other channels. Your major loss is in DVR capability, clunky interface for searching/switching channels, and no Viacom networks (Comedy Central, MTV, VH-1, Nick, etc.). Free five day trial to start.
I am still figuring out the best way to work with it, but I have a few issues of note, most to do with my own strange habits of time-shifting live sports around kid bedtimes and other activities:What's the DVR loss? I have Vue and the "My Shows" function works essentially the same as DVR. The only issue I've had it some glitching if I watch a show I am recording at the time it records and switch channels. Sometimes it messes with the recording. Other than that, it works great.
I thought the same thing at first, but you actually can. The trick is you don't go to the show via "my shows," but the channel it's airing on directly. Then if you hit the center button and scroll down to the back arrows, it should take you back to the beginning and you should retain the ability to fast forward to real time. It's not exactly intuitive, but I've had success doing that. The issue, however, is that sometimes for me doing so has messed with the recording for later use. But sometimes not. It's quirky.You can't program the recording to add an extra hour to live sports
Thanks for this! My interface on Roku seems to be a bit different, but the concept of going to channel where a show is airing directly is the same. From there, you just need to hit the * for Options, then scroll to Start from Beginning. In many ways, the limitations of PSVue for me are tied to the limitations of the 10 button Roku remote.I thought the same thing at first, but you actually can. The trick is you don't go to the show via "my shows," but the channel it's airing on directly. Then if you hit the center button and scroll down to the back arrows, it should take you back to the beginning and you should retain the ability to fast forward to real time. It's not exactly intuitive, but I've had success doing that. The issue, however, is that sometimes for me doing so has messed with the recording for later use. But sometimes not. It's quirky.
I got an email from them saying the finals would be available to Vue subscribers via the WatchESPN app.Thanks for this! My interface on Roku seems to be a bit different, but the concept of going to channel where a show is airing directly is the same. From there, you just need to hit the * for Options, then scroll to Start from Beginning. In many ways, the limitations of PSVue for me are tied to the limitations of the 10 button Roku remote.
Another question for the Boston-area PSVue folks - is there a place to watch the NBA finals on PSVue (WCVB is not available, just ABC On-Demand), or is the antenna the only way?
Plex Pass users will be getting an additional benefit from their subscription today as the company announces the addition of Live TV. Currently in beta, the service allows users of indoor and outdoor antennas to watch their favorite shows live through Plex. Combined with Plex’s DVR feature, Live TV becomes another veritable option for cord-cutters.
See, this is exactly my issue (to answer Ed Hillel's question above). I'm primarily a Roku user. But this option just isn't available for everything -- even the stuff I'm recording via My Shows -- and it seems completely arbitrary as to why.Thanks for this! My interface on Roku seems to be a bit different, but the concept of going to channel where a show is airing directly is the same. From there, you just need to hit the * for Options, then scroll to Start from Beginning. In many ways, the limitations of PSVue for me are tied to the limitations of the 10 button Roku remote.
Well, I use an Apple TV, which only has 7 buttons. I'm pretty sure you can get most of this stuff done, it just requires some trial and error or maybe some research on various forums.See, this is exactly my issue (to answer Ed Hillel's question above). I'm primarily a Roku user. But this option just isn't available for everything -- even the stuff I'm recording via My Shows -- and it seems completely arbitrary as to why.
Yeah, a powerful one mounted on the roof of my apartment. (1st floor renter on a multi-family) Do not want to deal with the hassle of installing it nor dealing with the landlord.
Actually, the initial pricing, which they've promised to grandfather for as long you keep the service, was $35/month, plus they threw in an Apple TV.Directv and DirectvNow are two very different beasts. It just launched and while it's nice to see it available on Roku, it's probably early to make any judgments on it, as most of the early reviews confirm. No DVR is a pretty big negative, to start tho. And from initial pricing, it seems like you're paying $60-$70 for a decent package, but then you have to pay internet outside bundle pricing, so you're right back near normal cable, no?
Yes, for the base level and smallest channel package it's $35 (their 'Live a Little' plan of 60 channels). But if you went up to the tiers that had more of the cable and sports networks, it jumps up to $50, $60 and $70 for 80-100-120 channels, which was what I meant when I said "decent" (sorry I could have been clearer on that). The base level is pretty bare bones.Actually, the initial pricing, which they've promised to grandfather for as long you keep the service, was $35/month, plus they threw in an Apple TV.
Is there any option? In my town we can choose from Comcast, Comcast, Comcast or slow ass DSL. Does anywhere have more than 2 options of Comcast / FIOS / random cable provider like RCN?What is a good internet-only company in the Boston area? How much per month are people paying for reliable wireless internet without cable TV?