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2024-04-10 00:04
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital entertainment, one thing remains constant: the importance of a reliable TV antenna. As streaming services proliferate and cable subscriptions dwindl… Read More
2024-03-29 18:24
Exciting news for football fans. The United Football League (UFL) is making it easier than ever to catch all the action by airing their games over-the-air. This means viewers can enjoy the t… Read More
2024-03-05 17:12
In 2000, Richard Schneider started tinkering with building TV antennas in the basement of his home in St. Louis, MO. He was (and still is) a home theater enthusiast and wanted to be able to… Read More
2024-01-31 16:00
In February, broadcast TV networks are gearing up for an exhilarating lineup of premieres, highlighted by the highly anticipated Big Game. The month kicks off with the big game, bringing tog… Read More
2024-01-15 16:48
We’re only a few days into the new year, but we’ve already been featured in multiple publications as having the best TV antennas of 2024! If you’re looking to save money th… Read More
2023-12-22 16:00
As we say goodbye to 2023, we eagerly anticipate the fresh lineup of entertainment primed to grace our TV screens. January’s 2024 broadcast schedule promises heartwarming dramas, fun f… Read More
2023-11-29 15:00
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Snuggle up on the sofa with TV classics like “It’s a Wonderful Life” for a dose of nostalgia or another favorite “Home… Read More
2023-11-09 14:00
The Vegas Golden Knights have been turning heads not only for their exciting play on the ice but also for their extraordinary success on free broadcast TV. After leaving AT&T to air thei… Read More
2023-10-28 13:01
In a world where sports had become synonymous with cable, satellite, and streaming services, a resounding cheer echoed through the air as an old friend made a triumphant return. Fans had bee… Read More
2023-10-27 14:01
In today’s rapidly evolving media landscape, there exists a group of subscribers referred to as “quiet quitters.” These are consumers who continue their cable or satellite… Read More
2023-10-09 15:23
The wonderful folks over at Digital Trends recently shared their list of the Best TV antennas for 2023, and no matter where you live, they did a great job breaking down the best antenna in d… Read More
2023-10-04 15:30
Picture this – it’s a crisp Fall Saturday, you have friends over watching college football and they ask what service you’re using to watch the game. “Oh, we’re… Read More
2023-08-30 14:47
As the temperatures cool down, the broadcast TV shows are heating up! Here’s a quick glance at when you can expect to see the new series premieres, your old favorites return and specia… Read More
2023-08-15 15:30
Our customers have spoken… and we have heard you LOUD AND CLEAR! Drumroll please… our ClearStream ECLIPSE 2 is BACK! *cue cheers from around America*
Now allow us to reintro… Read More
2023-08-08 18:54
As cord cutting continues to climb (we love to see it!), people are building their perfect entertainment set up. There are dozens of streaming services to choose from and have all the conten… Read More
2023-07-26 19:10
If you’re looking for a new indoor antenna so you can watch your favorite broadcast network shows and special events (like the FIFA Women’s World Cup!), look no further than the… Read More
2023-06-28 18:28
“No matter where (or in what city) we hung it, the Antennas Direct ClearStream FLEX always ranked among the best in pulling in the most TV channels.”
Every year, the good pe… Read More
2023-04-25 19:37
With the roll out of NEXTGEN TV across the country, it’s no wonder there are so many articles written about this new wave of excitement for over-the-air broadcasts. Luke Bouma at Cord… Read More
2023-03-29 14:19
The brilliant team of product experts over at Reviewed put the top TV antennas to the ultimate test and we’re thrilled to see that our ClearStream Eclipse has reigned supreme as the BE… Read More
2023-03-15 17:01
You might be hearing more buzz recently about TV antennas thanks to ATSC 3.0 advancements, NEXTGEN TV and cord cutting as it continuing to grow, but do you really know what they are? Where t… Read More
2023-02-02 16:12
We’re going to be honest here. After coming back from CES, we’ve been intrigued by AI and have totally gone down the rabbit hole. We decided to play with it recently and ask it a… Read More
2023-01-20 14:51
Antennas Direct President and CEO Richard Schneider sat down at CES 2023 with Madeleine Noland, President, Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC), to discuss NEXTGEN TV. The big topic… Read More
2022-12-08 20:35
TechRadar recently published their list of the best indoor TV antennas of 2022, and we’re thrilled to see our name on the top of that list!
The fine folks over at TechRadar named o… Read More
2022-12-07 18:16
If you and your family have shows that you all like to watch together each week, you might be surprised to know you probably don’t need a subscription or even a premium streaming… Read More
2022-11-29 18:40
December Broadcast TV Specials
*It’s the holiday seasonnnnnnnn*
We’re sure your calendar is jam packed with holiday gatherings and events, so when it’s time to wind d… Read More
2022-11-01 15:30
It’s getting to that time of the year, the magical, cozy, sparkly time where all you want to do is snuggle up on the couch with something good to watch. And that’s exactly what w… Read More
2022-10-25 18:18
Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jacks, the World Series is BACK! There’s only a few days left until the MLB World Series starts, so be sure to mark your calendar and don’t make any… Read More
2022-09-08 18:25
With streaming services constantly increasing (Hulu just announced today another price hike!), people are looking for ways to save money. Inflation is on the rise and streaming services and… Read More
2022-08-23 20:57
Our founder and CEO, Richard Schneider, spoke with the New York Post about the rapid adoption of TV antennas among Millennial and Gen Z consumers as they seek out alternatives to costly stre… Read More
2022-05-23 20:49
This past week, ABC, CBS, NBC and The CW released their 2022-2023 Fall TV Schedule and to say we’re excited is an understatement! Fox will release their schedule at a later date, but h… Read More
2022-05-11 18:42
We keep hoping that these lies will go away, but here we are again, talking about outrageous range We keep hoping these lies will go away, but here we are again, talking about outrageous ran… Read More
2022-04-28 13:29
Antennas Direct has had the over-the-air technology you seek with the look you’ve desired for nearly 20 years. After all, we reinvented the digital TV antenna industry because we were… Read More
2022-04-13 20:29
Just in time for warmer weather, Futurism has ranked Antennas Direct’s ClearStream 4V TV Antenna as “Best Overall” when reviewing outdoor antennas for this year.
Futuris… Read More
2022-04-01 19:13
We were thrilled to see a rave review on our Clearstream Flex from Nick Pino, Senior Editor of Home Entertainment at TechRadar! Were we surprised? Of course not, we know our antennas are the… Read More
2022-02-11 18:24
We celebrated National Cut the Cord Day with KSDK’s Show Me St. Louis! Our fearless leader, Richard Schneider, shares what makes our antennas different and why cutting the cord now is… Read More
2022-02-09 14:00
Every February, the Big Game marks a significant cultural moment in the U.S. Many Americans even observe this Sunday as its own holiday. This televised event draws in tens of millions of nat… Read More
2022-01-03 20:40
Every year, Cord Cutters News polls their readers on the best services, devices and more for their yearly Cordie Awards. This year, Cord Cutters News readers voted Antennas Direct as their f… Read More
2021-12-30 19:31
Digital Trends put dozens of HDTV antennas to the test so you don’t have to! They just released their list of the best HDTV antennas for 2021, and not only do these antennas that made… Read More
2021-12-29 19:35
Time to ring in the New Year and leave 2021 in the past! Here is a list of the top New Year’s Eve specials you can watch live, over-the-air with your TV antenna! Grab your champagne an… Read More
2021-11-19 18:54
With the holidays right around the corner, many people are looking for ways to save money and gain a little financial freedom. Or, you might be looking for the perfect tech gift for a loved… Read More
2021-11-17 16:04
It’s time to kick back with the people you love and enjoy your favorite holiday classics! We know it’s hard to keep track of where and when all of your favorite shows and movies… Read More
2021-11-09 14:43
We had the ClearStream 4MAX and Clearstream 5 w/ClearStream Juice Antenna Combiner installed (without reflectors) for three years. Reception was generally quite good during this time. S… Read More
2021-10-28 13:48
We already knew that cord cutters are the smartest trailblazers but seeing even more facts supporting that is a great feeling! TV Technology recently covered new consumer research from the L… Read More
2021-10-21 13:30
Buy yourself some peanuts and Cracker Jacks because you’re going to be watching the World Series for FREE thanks to your TV antenna! You read that correctly, ALL of the World Series ga… Read More
2021-10-14 13:21
As if 2020 wasn’t enough of a dumpster fire, Charlie Brown
being pulled off of broadcast television was just added gasoline thrown into
the flames. In October 2020, it was announced th… Read More
2021-10-08 19:32
Spooky Season is here! Halloween shouldn’t just be celebrated one night, we want to enjoy it for the whole month of October! Here are a few Halloween specials you can watch on broadcas… Read More
2021-10-07 15:43
Well, well, well. Seems like just yesterday we were
screaming from the rooftops to be prepared for a possible DISH/Sinclair
carriage dispute. Here we are again, but this time the battle is b… Read More
2021-09-17 19:07
Here are the facts: Americans are tired of paying for cable
on top of their various streaming services and are running into the arms of TV
antennas! Antenna sales in the U.S. have risen 4% o… Read More
2021-09-02 18:52
Locast subscribers, we know you’re mad. You want your broadcast television. And we’ve got your back.
We’re giving away antennas to the first 1,000 people who e-mail sup… Read More
2021-09-02 14:39
Another month, another great day to be a cord cutter! We’re thrilled to see that our ClearStream Flex antenna was featured in the list of the 100 Most Popular Picks in August by the Ne… Read More
2021-08-27 15:43
At a glance, cutting the cord might seem intimidating. With
countless streaming options and apps, there are so many possible combinations,
and it could seem like a lot of maintenance.
You… Read More
2021-08-18 18:59
It seems like every week there’s another article about
companies pulling the wool over the eyes of customers, spinning tales, and performing
questionable activities.
On today&rsquo&hell…Read More
2021-08-11 18:47
As you might have seen and heard, DISH Network and Sinclair
Broadcast Group are in a carriage dispute which could remove 100+ channels from
the satellite TV provider. As always, there are tw… Read More
2021-05-20 05:00
The COVID-19 pandemic surged TV viewership across the country. With the majority of Americans confined to their homes, 5.4 trillion minutes* of streaming and cable television were consumed i… Read More
2021-04-05 20:08
The FTC just settled a lawsuit against an antenna manufacturer who clearly never read our blog. Selling antennas under several “brands”, the NY company Wellco sold over 800,000 a… Read More
2021-03-22 21:00
This morning our fearless leader, Richard Schneider, was on 550 KTRS with McGraw Milhaven to discuss the ever growing cord cutting trend. We’re so thankful that more people are breakin… Read More
2020-11-30 16:28
“Cutting the cord” is a widely used phrase to describe the process of freeing oneself from the increasingly expensive and frankly toxic relationship that many Americans find them… Read More
2020-11-23 17:44
During this past year, it has become more important than ever to stay informed on local news and events, as well as having consistent and reliable outlets of entertainment. A TV antenna prov… Read More
2020-09-02 16:15
UHF
& VHF: What these frequencies are and why you need to know
The most important thing to consider when you’re buying an antenna is whether it’s suited to your needs. Mo… Read More
2020-05-01 14:05
In spite of everything, Spring has sprung at last!
The turn of the season is filled with things like warmer weather, the return of wildlife, and the Earth waking up… Read More
2019-12-27 16:00
Your New Smart TV + A ClearStream TV Antenna = The Perfect TV-Viewing Experience
This year, you may be one of scores of Americans who woke up Christmas morning to the gift of a brand-new… Read More
2019-11-25 20:38
One of the most beloved things about the holiday season is
gathering around the television with your favorite people to watch all the
holiday specials, classic TV shows and movies, and, of c… Read More
2019-11-13 17:53
If you’ve ever looked for TV antennas online or in retail
stores, you’ve probably come across the ClearStream ECLIPSE Indoor HDTV
antenna. You may have marveled at its top-rated… Read More
2019-10-16 22:00
What you can (and cannot) expect from your antenna
Imagine
yourself standing in the antenna aisle of your local big-box retailer or
surfing the Internet comparing antennas. One box says t… Read More
2019-09-17 18:04
Perhaps you already know Antennas Direct for our pioneering,
award-winning, tested-and-proven line of HDTV antennas backed by science. Yes,
that sentence was a mouthful but all true! Since 2… Read More
2019-07-22 20:48
Cord cutting as a trend is exploding. According to the National Association of Broadcasters, there are over 70 million viewers broadcast TV-reliant as of last year.
If you are nervous to ta… Read More
2019-06-24 19:03
‘Tis the season to hit the open road. For some, road-tripping means piling the family into the Metallic Pea Family Truckster and making their way to Wally World. But for those who real… Read More
2019-06-06 15:43
In the past few years, there has been a renaissance in the
number of Americans who are putting up an antenna to get broadcast television
over-the-air. Why? Because of an explosion in program… Read More
2019-05-01 15:02
Do you remember the first time your mom changed your diaper,
wiped your nose, washed your clothes, cleaned your room, made you a warm meal,
or any of the other millions of things she did for… Read More
2019-04-16 15:45
Spring has finally sprung in many parts of the country, much
to the excitement of those who feel like they are waking up after a long
winter’s nap. The turn of the season is filled wit… Read More
2019-04-08 22:15
For golf fans, the simple mention of the “Green Jacket”
immediately draws your thoughts to the greens and fairways of Augusta National
Golf Club, home of the Masters Tournament… Read More
2019-04-03 17:41
Can cutting the cable cord really save you
money? The answer is YES according to USA Today readers, and there’s a trick:
the one-time purchase of an antenna, which gets you access to a… Read More
2019-03-21 21:38
You’ve probably heard about all the TV-streaming devices,
boxes, and sticks that have hit the market in recent years. Maybe you’ve tried
a couple of them, given up, or just given… Read More
2019-03-15 21:27
Selection Sunday is March 17th and
it marks the beginning of another exciting NCAA Tournament. There’s nothing
quite like March Madness and it always brings together both diehard and c… Read More
2019-03-05 16:14
The year may still be young, but Antennas Direct has already
been recognized for having many of the best HDTV antennas on the market,
in particular our ClearStream ECLIPSE®, ClearStream… Read More
2019-03-04 22:43
If you know Antennas Direct, you know how passionate we are about liberating TV viewers from the shackles of cable TV. Although we’ve been on this mission since 2003, the cord-cutting… Read More
2019-02-08 17:23
“Practice random acts of kindness and senseless acts of
beauty.” This was the phrase, jotted down on a placemat in a café in
California, that triggered a movement. You&rsq&hell…Read More
2019-01-31 16:00
Hosting for the first time? Helping a friend host at their
house (so you don’t have to)? We’ve got some basic Game Day tips you can use as
inspiration to make sure you have your… Read More
2019-01-25 21:16
Earlier this month, millions of cable subscribers across the
United States were hit with yet another blackout of their favorite broadcast television
stations. These episodes, called “c… Read More
2019-01-17 20:47
It’s no surprise you’re interested in cutting the cord,
because it’s a no-brainer. Who else is tired of carriage disputes that cause
interruptions in a service that you pay… Read More
2019-01-10 15:44
A few years ago, the biggest
frustration cord cutters had was that it seemed difficult to set up an antenna.
How times have changed! Today, it’s so easy, it’s finished be… Read More
2019-01-04 14:00
Here at Antennas Direct, we’re always excited to welcome everything that the future has in store for us. As we close out another year of liberating millions of Americans from unhappy r… Read More
2018-12-19 16:48
You don’t want to be that lame aunt or uncle who gives the gift of a cheap TV antenna that won’t get the job done. Or the one who didn’t do any research and bought a knock… Read More
2018-12-12 21:13
Have you heard? Antennas Direct is on Santa’s NICE list!
Our indoor and outdoor antennas have been ranked #1 and are highly recommended this holiday season by many publications includi… Read More
2018-12-06 15:00
At least once a month, most of us get a call from the cable company pleading with you to listen to the latest and greatest packages they have to offer – for just an extra 59.00 you can… Read More
2018-11-30 21:23
What are your favorite holiday specials? Perhaps you have memories of watching a Charlie Brown Christmas Special, It’s a Wonderful Life, or even Dick Clark’s New Year’s Roc… Read More
2018-11-19 17:18
The Friendsgiving holiday season is upon us! By now, surely, you’ve heard of this modern twist on a beloved day of eating, being a couch potato, and gazing lovingly at your television… Read More
2018-11-13 15:00
Q: WHAT IS YOUR ROLE AT ANTENNAS DIRECT?
Christine: I have been Director of Marketing at Antennas Direct for 6 years. I am privileged to work with a fantastic, hardworking team of women and… Read More
2018-11-02 21:20
Antennas Direct is proud to announce Wirecutter, a New York Times Company, has named the ClearStream Eclipse the “Best Indoor TV Antenna” for 2018.
Wirecutter writer Grant Clause… Read More
2018-10-30 20:37
At Antennas Direct, we believe in supporting small businesses, taking part in new initiatives, applauding the creative innovators … and of course, having a lot of fun along the way. T… Read More
2018-10-11 21:13
Baseball has been going strong for a few months and the playoffs will soon be upon us. If you’re not a baseball fan, this means you like watching the crisp, changing leaves, and pumpki… Read More
2018-10-02 18:14
Rabbit ears, aluminum foil, coat hangers, or a massive dish taking up half of your backyard. The antenna technology of yesterday included a variety of interesting sights to see, and sometime… Read More
2018-09-13 19:26
If you’re a diehard NFL fan, nothing is better than those first signs of Fall approaching because with it comes the beginning of football. During the offseason, players were picked up… Read More
2018-09-06 20:35
Hello, football fans and cord-cutters! It’s that time once again, and this year’s football season kicks off tonight, Thursday, September 6th with the Atlanta Falcons vs. the Phil… Read More
2018-07-31 17:16
You’re all set. You’ve cut the cord. You’re connected to Netflix, Hulu, and all the other great content apps you love. Then a realization hits you. How are you going to wat… Read More
2018-07-11 19:15
We love summer at Antennas Direct. Summer brings the freedom of longer days and a less packed schedule. It’s all about making memories around the pool, at the grill, or the lake. But w… Read More
2018-07-06 15:21
Q: What do you do at Antenna’s Direct?
Joanne: I’m responsible for everything from taking out the garbage 2x a day to product development and all the expenditures that go with it… Read More
2018-06-17 13:00
Celebrate this Father’s Day with the freedom from your cable bill. We know dad’s like a good deal and how important it is for dads to teach their children all the basics of livin… Read More
2018-06-15 19:22
If you have, or want, free over-the-air TV, you’ll need to be prepared for the TV spectrum repack. This means you will need to rescan the channels on your television or converter box… Read More
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