I was helping a neighbour lower their cable bill. They only watch sports and news and don't use a computer. They were paying $250.00 a month! They had been loyal customers of Shaw that is now owned by Rogers. They don't want to commit to a two year contract because they are elderly.
I went online and saw there were seniors packages for $25.00. If you live in an area with Eastlink you can get this package. If you live in an area with Telus or Shaw/Rogers you can no longer get cable tv. It's now "internet" TV as the technology has improved.
The cheapest package you can get is $140.00.
Rogers Xfinity Internet Starter 100 (Rogers Xfinity Gateway rental included) 105.00
Rogers Xfinity Gateway (Gen 2) Rental 0.00
Rogers Xfinity TV Essentials (Rogers Xfinity Entertainment Box Included) 35.00
That's better than $250 they were paying but it's still expensive. You can get it cheaper if you want to install a satellite dish or a TV antenna. TV is their entertainment and the signal is excellent.
No wonder so many people have stopped ordering TV packages and are streaming.
