How to watch TV without the TV? That’s the question I wanted answered when Chris and I moved a few years ago to New England and arrived to an empty apartment. No bed? No problem, an air mattress will do. No food? That’s what takeout is for. But.. but no TV? What in the heck is are you supposed to do!?
Somehow Chris and I didn’t think that one completely through when our lives were packed away in a moving truck and it was just us, our suitcases, the dogs, and an empty apartment for the next 5 days until our stuff arrived. See, I’m the kind of person that likes the noise in the background, even if I’m not watching.
Luckily, we did have the next best thing, internet, but when you’re used to watching TV and then all of a sudden don’t have a TV, you realize just how much you miss it. If only we had then what we have now: NBC TVEverywhere. It basically redefines how you watch TV. NBC TVE allows you to watch the latest of all your favorite NBC shows the day after they air, plus watch your local NBC live all by way of your computer. No login? No problem! A lot of the shows are unlocked so you can enjoy full seasons.
One of my favorite guilty pleasures is watching The Voice. I secretly wish I could be on stage doing what those talented people do, but even my best shower singing voice proves it will never be possible. A girl can dream though. So instead, I’ll just be over here binge watching and appreciating the fact that I don’t actually need a TV to do so. I have a bunch of new jewelry designs waiting to launch, so maybe if I just stream on my laptop in the office, it will look like I’m being somewhat productive!
Want to do the same? Go here to watch now. It’s never been easier!
Caroline Vieyra says
That's clever; I'd never heard of that!
Mistle Petrey says
I love finding ways to watch tv without having a tv. Especially when I am traveling. I have to be able to watch my shows. Thank You for sharing this!
Dara @ The Southern Thing says
Me too! It really does come in handy when traveling.
Danielle says
Awesome little trick! Thank you so much for sharing 🙂
Dara @ The Southern Thing says
You're welcome!
Leslie Wilkie (PeachyKeen32) says
I'd never heard of this either but you can bet i'll be using it from now on! I wish I had known this when we were headed to Hawaii on our honeymoon!
Dara @ The Southern Thing says
It's very convenient! I'll most likely be doing the same when it comes time to travel for our honeymoon next year!
Keating Bartlett says
All of our belongings are currently in storage while my husband is stationed overseas so I don't have our tv or cable right now haha I watch EVERYTHING from my iPad. For the most part, I'm able to watch everything on Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, and YouTube. I also have the apps to some of my favorite tv channels as well. I also have the Time Warner Cable and HBO Go apps, but since we're not living together and don't have cable at the moment, those apps aren't very helpful haha
Dara @ The Southern Thing says
You're right! Unfortunately they're not very helpful when you have to login! I know you can at least watch some shows without an NBC login. Maybe try that if you're looking for something to watch!
Amanda Suazo says
Love this! TVs are practically becoming obsolete in my household, so this program is a must. 🙂
Krista says
I've been wanting to get rid of our tv and cable because the internet makes it so easy to still keep up!
Natalie says
We got rid of our cable years ago, and we haven't looked back! I'll have to add this to our repertoire of cable-free tricks! 🙂
Breakfast at Lillys says
I always watch Netflix or Hulu because we don't have cable. I watch a lot of my shows there or on the Internet. Definitely helps us cut costs.
xoxo, Jenny || Breakfast at Lillys
Craftivity Designs says
We cut cable two years ago and have become masters at finding free tv 🙂 Totally worth a little extra effort it in my opinion!
Branson Merrill says
I do this with ABC and CBS but hadn't seen NBC's yet!
Branson Merrill says
I watch ABC and CBS online, but haven't found any NBC shows I like yet!
Rose Mont says
I watch a lot of NBC so that's convenient. I wonder how many people that move actually think that far ahead, lol I am sure you are not the only ones.
jenniferrluna says
I've heard of It but I've never given it a go. But I definitely now. Thanks for the tip!
Hil D says
We watch online, haven't paid for cable for awhile, it's so expensive!
Meg C says
This is cool! I didn't have any idea about NBC online, and I'll have to check it out! We haven't had cable forever, so this could come in very handy.
Hi, I'm Susannah! says
This sounds cool! We watch our shows on Netflix and Hulu!
Sarah Bond says
Neato! I gave up cable this year as I didn't think I would miss it. I do…but I use a Roku to stay up to date on all my shows! 🙂
Anonymous says
Never heard of that! But I am loving the services networks and channels are coming up with for "cord cutters." Thanks for the share!
Ashley Cleveland says
This is so good to know that you can watch these without a tv! Im such a fan of all those Chicago series! 😀