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Cable confessions: what your TV really thinks about cable

Written by Emma Dressler | Sep 17, 2025 4:00:00 AM

Your TV has something it needs to confess.

It’s not really in love with that cable box. In fact, it’s kind of over it. The endless cords, the clunky remotes, the channels no one watches, it’s not the dream life your TV imagined for itself. Deep down, your TV is ready for freedom. It wants to stream, it wants to binge and it wants to cheer alongside you without being tied down.

And honestly? You probably do, too.

The double life of your TV

By day, your TV is dutifully hooked up to cable. But in its heart, it’s daydreaming about something better: no cords, no boxes, no contracts. Just the shows, movies, and games you actually care about, on your terms.

Cutting the cord doesn’t mean losing entertainment. It means gaining control.

So… what is “cutting the cord”?

Think of it as a glow-up for your screen. Instead of relying on cable, you use the Internet to watch exactly what you want, when you want.


  • Streaming services deliver shows and live sports straight to your screen. You can even use FREE sites like Pluto TV, Tubi, Plex, and The Roku Channel.
  • Devices like Roku, Fire Stick, Apple TV, or even your smart TV’s built-in apps replace that dusty cable box.
  • Reliable Internet keeps it all running seamlessly, whether you’re streaming in 4K or catching live
    sports without lag.

No cords. No contracts. No drama.



How to set up free TV:

  1. Pick your device. Smart TV, streaming stick, or box. They all get the job done.

  2. Build your lineup. Choose the streaming services that fit your household.

  3. Power it with Ting. With up to 2,000 Mbps upload and download, Ting Fiber makes sure every stream is smooth and every cheer comes through in real time.

 

The breakup note

Your TV doesn’t hate cable. It’s just grown past it. And if you’re being honest, so have you. Maybe it’s time. Time to cut the cord, stream the shows you love, and let your Internet — and your TV — finally shine.

Ready to set your TV free? Ting Fiber makes cutting the cord simple. No contracts. No hidden fees. Just the speed you need to watch, stream, and live online.