Today, you don’t need a traditional cable bundle to enjoy your favorite TV shows, watch live sports, catch the local news, or even keep your home phone number. With fast, reliable fiber internet from Greenlight Networks, you can create your own internet, TV, and phone bundle by choosing the services that make sense for you.
If you’ve been thinking about ditching cable but aren’t sure how to replace everything that comes with it, don’t worry. It’s easier than you might think!
Step 1: Start with Fiber Internet
Your internet connection is the foundation of your entertainment setup. Greenlight Networks delivers fast, reliable fiber internet that gives you the connectivity you need to stream your favorite shows, watch live TV, play games, browse the web, and connect multiple devices throughout your home.
Unlike traditional cable bundles, you can choose your internet plan separately from your television and phone services. That means you’re free to shop around for the TV and phone options that work best for your household without being tied to one provider.
Step 2: Choose How You Want to Watch TV
One of the biggest misconceptions about cutting cable is that you’ll lose access to your favorite channels and programming.
That’s simply not true! There are more ways than ever to watch television without a traditional cable TV subscription. Here are a few popular options:
Live TV Streaming Services
Want to keep watching live television, local channels, news, and sports? Live TV streaming services offer channel packages over your internet connection.
Some popular options include:
YouTube TV: Offers live TV channels, sports, news, and entertainment.
Hulu + Live TV: Combines live television with on-demand entertainment.
DIRECTV STREAM: Offers live TV packages with a familiar cable-style channel lineup.
Fubo: Offers a variety of live channels, with an emphasis on sports and entertainment.
Sling TV: Provides customizable channel packages that can help you avoid paying for channels you don’t watch.
These services allow you to stream television through your internet connection without needing a traditional cable TV package.
On-Demand Streaming Services
If you don’t watch much live television, you may be able to save even more by choosing on-demand streaming services.
Popular options include:
Netflix: Movies, original series, documentaries, and more.
Disney+: Family entertainment, Disney favorites, Marvel, Star Wars, and more.
Max: Movies, premium series, and popular entertainment.
Peacock: TV shows, movies, live programming, and select sports.
Paramount+: Movies, television series, and select live sports.
Prime Video: Movies, original programming, and additional streaming options.
The beauty of streaming is flexibility. You can subscribe to the services you enjoy, cancel the ones you aren’t using, and switch things up whenever your entertainment preferences change.
You don’t have to subscribe to everything at once!
What About Local Channels?
If local news, weather, and network television are important to you, you still have options. Depending on your location, you may be able to access local channels through a live TV streaming service or an over-the-air antenna. An antenna can be a simple, one-time purchase that gives you access to available local broadcast channels without a monthly subscription. Before choosing a solution, check which channels are available in your area.
Step 3: Keep Your Home Phone Without Cable
Not ready to give up your landline? You don’t have to! Many households still appreciate having a home phone, whether it’s for family members, emergencies, convenience, or simply having a dedicated number. The good news is that you don’t necessarily need a traditional cable company to keep one.
Here are two options worth exploring:
Option 1: VoIP Home Phone Service
VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol. In simple terms, it allows you to make and receive phone calls using your internet connection instead of a traditional telephone line.
Several providers offer home phone solutions, including:
Ooma: Offers home phone service using an internet connection and compatible equipment.
Vonage: Provides internet-based home phone services and calling options.
Phone Power: Offers residential VoIP phone service.
Depending on the provider and plan, you may be able to keep your existing home phone number and use a traditional telephone handset with compatible equipment.
Option 2: Wireless Home Phone Service
Another option is wireless home phone service through a cellular provider.
These services use a cellular network rather than a traditional landline connection. In many cases, you can connect a regular home telephone to a wireless home phone adapter.
This can be a good option for households that want to maintain a home phone without relying on their internet connection for calling.
Before switching, check number portability, equipment compatibility, emergency 911 capabilities, and any service limitations with your chosen provider.
A quick tip: If you rely on your home phone for emergencies, remember that VoIP and wireless phone services may operate differently during power or internet outages. Ask your provider about backup power and emergency calling options.
Step 4: Build Your Own Bundle!
Now comes the fun part: putting everything together!
Instead of paying one cable company for a package of services you may not need, you can combine independent services to create a bundle that works for your household.
Here are a few examples:
The Streaming Family
Perfect for households that love movies, original series, and family entertainment.
- – Greenlight fiber internet
- – Netflix
- – Disney+
- – Optional on-demand streaming service
The Live TV Fan
Perfect for people who still enjoy live news, sports, local channels, and their favorite television networks.
– Greenlight fiber internet
– YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or another live TV streaming service
– Optional streaming subscription for movies and original shows
The Traditional Homebody
Perfect for households that still enjoy watching television and having a home phone.
– Greenlight fiber internet
– Live TV streaming service
– VoIP home phone service or wireless home phone service
The Keep-It-Simple Household
Perfect for people who want internet, a few favorite shows, and no unnecessary extras.
– Greenlight fiber internet
– One or two on-demand streaming services
– No traditional cable TV subscription
– No home phone unless needed
The possibilities are endless. You can mix and match services based on what you watch, how you communicate, and what fits your budget.
Step 5: Compare Your Costs and Enjoy the Savings
One of the biggest benefits of building your own bundle is having more control over your monthly expenses.
Traditional cable packages often include channels and services you rarely use. When you choose your own services, you can focus your spending on the entertainment and features you actually enjoy.
Before making the switch, take a few minutes to:
– Look at your current cable bill and identify what you’re paying for.
– Make a list of the TV channels and streaming content you actually watch.
– Decide whether you need live TV or if on-demand streaming is enough.
– Determine whether you want to keep your home phone.
– Compare the costs of your new services, including equipment, taxes, and any additional fees.
You may discover that you don’t need nearly as much as your old cable package was providing.
And remember, you can change your lineup whenever your needs change!
Frequently Asked Questions About Cutting Cable
1. Can I still watch TV without a traditional cable subscription?
Absolutely! You can watch live TV, local channels, sports, movies, and your favorite shows without a traditional cable package. Streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and DIRECTV STREAM offer alternatives to traditional cable television.
2. Do I need cable TV to watch live sports and local channels?
No! Many live TV streaming services offer access to sports, news, and local network channels. Availability varies by location and subscription, so check each provider’s channel lineup before signing up.
3. Can I use streaming services with Greenlight fiber internet?
Yes! Greenlight fiber internet provides the connectivity you need to enjoy streaming services on your smart TV, streaming device, computer, tablet, or smartphone. Simply connect your compatible device to your home network and start streaming.
4. Can I save money by canceling my cable TV package?
You may be able to! By choosing your own streaming services, you can avoid paying for channels and features you don’t use. The key is to compare the total cost of your selected subscriptions against your current cable bill.
5. Can I keep my home phone if I cancel cable?
Yes! You don’t necessarily need a traditional cable provider to maintain a home phone. VoIP services and wireless home phone options allow you to keep a home phone without subscribing to a traditional cable bundle.
6. What is VoIP home phone service?
VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol. It allows you to make and receive phone calls using an internet connection instead of a traditional telephone line. Providers such as Ooma and Vonage offer home phone solutions using this technology.
7. Can I keep my existing home phone number when switching providers?
In many cases, yes! Some VoIP and wireless home phone providers support transferring your existing number. Check with your new provider to confirm number portability before cancelling your current phone service.
8. Do I need special equipment to stream TV?
Not necessarily. Many newer smart TVs have streaming apps built in. If your television isn’t a smart TV, you can typically use a streaming device such as a Roku, Amazon Fire TV Stick, or Apple TV to access your favorite services.
9. Do I need a separate internet and TV provider?
Not necessarily, but you have the flexibility to choose them separately! With Greenlight, you can get your fiber internet service and select independent streaming TV providers based on your entertainment preferences.
10. Is Greenlight Networks a cable TV provider?
Greenlight Networks provides fiber-optic internet service. We don’t provide traditional cable television or third-party streaming subscriptions. However, our fiber internet can support the streaming services you choose for your household.
Cutting Cable Doesn't Have to Be Complicated
Making the switch away from traditional cable doesn’t mean sacrificing convenience or the things you enjoy.
You can still watch your favorite shows, catch the big game, keep up with local news, and even maintain your home phone number. The difference is that you get to decide how you put it all together.
With Greenlight Networks fiber internet as your foundation, you have the freedom to build an entertainment and communication package that fits your lifestyle — without being locked into a traditional cable bundle.
More flexibility. More choices. More control over your monthly bill.
Ready to rethink your cable bundle? Start with fast, reliable fiber internet from Greenlight Networks.
Check availability and explore your internet options today!
Please note: Television streaming and third-party phone services are independently provided by their respective companies and are not included with Greenlight Networks internet service. Subscription prices, channel availability, equipment requirements, and service terms vary by provider and location.
