Uploaded April 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Your Roku device is a gateway to a world without cable TV bills. But is cord cutting the right solution for you? Let’s debunk 5 common myths that might be holding you back from cutting the cord and living a cable-free life.
0:00 - Introduction to cord cutting myths
0:52 - Cord cutting won't save you money
2:08 - TV shows aren't available when they air
2:42 - You can't TV channel surf
3:20 - Local TV channels aren't available
4:08 - Cord cutting is too complicated
5:00 - How to cut cable
5:16 - Conclusion of cord cutting myths
What is cord cutting?
Cord cutting refers to the common practice of leaving your cable or satellite TV provider in favor of over-the-air broadcast TV or streaming services. Even if you’ve just barely set up a digital antenna or a Netflix account, you’re on your way to being a cord cutter.
What are the best alternatives to cable?
There are plenty of flexible, entertainment options nowadays that allow you to still watch live TV, sports, news and more without being locked in to a cable or satellite contract. These cable alternatives offer bundles of channels, affordable prices, and no hidden fees or contracts. Hulu with Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV are just a few choices that offer such services, but here’s a full list of cable alternatives: bit.ly/2RvBQSl
Need a Roku device to start your cable cutting journey? Click here: bit.ly/2cVhlcN
Find out how much you can save per month if you cancel cable: bit.ly/2QqfGka
10 free Roku channels: youtube.com/watch?v=08AWJrycNT4&t
Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/Roku
Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/Roku
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/rokuplayer
Subscribe on YouTube: bit.ly/SubRoku
Your Roku device is a gateway to a world without cable TV bills. But is cord cutting the right solution for you? Let’s debunk 5 common myths that might be holding you back from cutting the cord and living a cable-free life.
0:00 - Introduction to cord cutting myths
0:52 - Cord cutting won't save you money
2:08 - TV shows aren't available when they air
2:42 - You can't TV channel surf
3:20 - Local TV channels aren't available
4:08 - Cord cutting is too complicated
5:00 - How to cut cable
5:16 - Conclusion of cord cutting myths
What is cord cutting?
Cord cutting refers to the common practice of leaving your cable or satellite TV provider in favor of over-the-air broadcast TV or streaming services. Even if you’ve just barely set up a digital antenna or a Netflix account, you’re on your way to being a cord cutter.
What are the best alternatives to cable?
There are plenty of flexible, entertainment options nowadays that allow you to still watch live TV, sports, news and more without being locked in to a cable or satellite contract. These cable alternatives offer bundles of channels, affordable prices, and no hidden fees or contracts. Hulu with Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV are just a few choices that offer such services, but here’s a full list of cable alternatives: bit.ly/2RvBQSl
Need a Roku device to start your cable cutting journey? Click here: bit.ly/2cVhlcN
Find out how much you can save per month if you cancel cable: bit.ly/2QqfGka
10 free Roku channels: youtube.com/watch?v=08AWJrycNT4&t
Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/Roku
Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/Roku
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/rokuplayer
Subscribe on YouTube: bit.ly/SubRoku
