During the long winters in Idaho, most residents stay inside to stay warm. With snow, ice, and cold temperatures it is the best way to make it through the longest season in the Gem State. There are limited ways to entertain yourself inside all winter long. You can play board games, card games, video games, do puzzles, watch movies, or watch television. There are other options as well, but these are the most common. When it comes to watching TV in Idaho, many prefer to have streaming services instead of basic cable, but it might be a good idea to rethink how you watch TV going forward in Idaho.

Having Cable Television in Idaho

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Over the last few years, more and more people have canceled their cable and satellite packages and decided to go with streaming services as their main source of television. Between Roku, Apple TV, YouTube, and many streaming services, the need for cable and satellite has lessened in recent years. While it is a cheaper way to watch shows and movies, it may not be the most practical way to watch shows in Idaho going forward. It may financially make sense, but with continuous issues in the Gem State, it might be worth it to get cable or satellite in 2025.

Why to Get Cable or Satellite in Idaho

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Over the last few years, there have been multiple internet outages in the Gem State. They often occur unannounced and while some last only a couple of hours, many have lasted an entire day, while others last for days. When these outages occur, it is frustrating and not having a projected timeline can make it tough when it comes to working from home, but also when it comes to watching sports, movies, or television shows at home. So long as electricity hasn't gone out, those with basic cable and satellite still have a means for entertainment and don't miss out on their shows, live sporting events, or being bored for the night or days. Sadly, these occurrences have happened far too often, making it worth looking into getting cable or satellite for when they happen.

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Not everyone can afford to go back to cable or satellite TV, but if you can, it may be worth looking into. Too many internet outages are occurring, and there is no promise that they will stop going forward. In order to guarantee you have entertainment and not miss out on your shows or sporting events, rethink your television-watching plan, and perhaps cut back on a few streaming services to afford cable or satellite once again as an option.

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