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Why Cable TV is Here to Stay?
Many people have accepted that cable TV is in a coma, others guarantee that it’s hanging around for the long stretch – us included. While there are many streaming platforms like Hulu, Netflix, and Amazon Prime that offer their subscribers amazing content and all the new TV series and movies. The flexibility offered by the streaming platforms is the reason why people are switching to streaming services. But the reality of the situation is that the vast majority essentially aren’t prepared to cut the cord. People who are still using traditional cable TV services outcast the numbers of people using streaming services. There are around a 100million households in America that are using cable TV services. We think that the era of cable TV is dying but when we see the facts and figures, we find out that Comcast which is one of the biggest cable TV service providers in America experienced a 17% increase in their net income.
There are many reasons why cable TV is not going anywhere. Streaming platforms like Apple TV do not offer the same kind of variety that you get with traditional TV services. When we talk about streaming platforms, people take streaming services as complimentary. There are many people in America who have traditional cable TV services but they also have subscriptions to many streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime. Around 85% of people who are using streaming services are also getting cable TV or satellite services.
Many people say that the prices of traditional cable TV services are going up but then we see services like Optimum TV that come at every economic price. You get the option to choose from multiple plans and if you are a new customer, you will be getting promotional plans with a price lock-in of a year or two with amazing features which you don’t get with the streaming services.
With streaming platforms, you might get access to amazing movies and TV series. You might be able to watch all episodes of ‘Vikings’ in one go but you won’t be getting access to live sports events. There are few things that you get only with cable TV services.
Consistent quality
One of the pleasant advantages of utilizing cable TV is that you will have amazing video quality that isn’t reliant upon different components and the best part is that you get that consistently. While streaming TV can be helpful, you will run into quality issues that rely upon the speed of your Internet and the number of others who are utilizing the internet in your home. If there would be multiple users in your who’d be streaming or doing other activities like gaming on multiple devices, the quality will go down as the internet speed will be shared among all the devices connected to your internet connection. You’ll run into issues with buffering, or the signal going to a foggy and inferior quality wreck. That will result in frustration. What’s the get in watching something which has a poor quality? You will also get embarrassed if you plan a movie night at your place and your internet goes down, you will watch buffering wheel because everyone connects their devices to your internet connection.
With cable TV services, you never face issues with the quality. The cable companies assure you that you will be getting the best quality consistently. With the cable TV services, you get to watch the channels in 4k quality, and even if the internet is down, you can still watch your favorite TV shows as the internet outage cannot stop you to enjoy live sports events. If you are getting TV services via the cable connection, even bad weather won’t affect the TV signals as the lines are installed under the ground.
Live sports and events
There is another reason why people prefer to get traditional TV cable services; you won’t be able to watch live sports and you won’t get access to live sports events. With the traditional cable TV services, you get to have a live sports option. Assuming you need to watch a local sports event, the best shot you will have is cable TV. You won’t be able to do that on a streaming platform. If there is a live sports event and you want to watch that, you will have to pay some bucks to watch the live sports event on a streaming platform, which means that every time there is a live sports event, you are paying some bucks. If your internet stops working while watching the live event, you won’t be able to do anything or if multiple users are connecting devices to your internet connection, the internet speed will be divided among all the devices and you will face issues. If you are into sports and you live to watch all local sports, you should totally get cable TV services. With the on-demand choices, you can even watch a match or an event that you missed because of some work. Assuming you need to watch the live award show as it’s occurring, you won’t have the option to watch it until after the show is done.
DVR service
With the cable TV service, you get amazing DVR service and you get enough storage that you can record multiple shows simultaneously. If you want to watch an episode of a TV series or you want to watch a movie but you hate when the ads pop up on your screen, you can record the show and can watch it later. You can forward or rewind the show. The best part is that if you have a DVR service on all your smart TVs, you can record shows on one TV and can watch it on another. For those people who have jobs and are busy with some work or they are studying, the DVR service is the life savior for them. Record the show and watch it anytime.
Summing it up
With the streaming service, you will have to pay for the internet connection and you will have to make sure that you get an internet connection that doesn’t just offer high-speed internet but also reliable services. You cannot afford to have internet service that comes with poor speeds. Once you get internet services, you will have to make sure that you have a smart TV or a smart device on which you can do the streaming and then you will be getting access to streaming services. There’s a lot with the streaming services. With the cable TV services, you just need a cable connection and you can watch all your favorite channels.
Umar Nisar was born and raised in the busy city of Abbottabad. As a journalist, Umar Nisar has contributed to many online publications including PAK Today and the Huffing Post. In regards to academics, Umar Nisar earned a degree in business from the Abbottabad UST, Havelian. Umar Nisar follows the money and covers all aspects of emerging tech here at The Hear Up.
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Being diagnosed with cancer can be devastating and affect anyone at any age. Several factors, such as genetics and lifestyle, can cause it. However, cancer can also be caused by the negligence of others. In such an instance, you can sue the people responsible for causing your cancer and claim compensation for the diagnosis and any associated damages.
Determining when and who to sue for getting cancer can be a complex process. So, it’s a wise idea to hire a lawyer to get you through the process and get the compensation you deserve. The attorney can advise you on when, how, and whom to sue for getting cancer.
With that said, here’s when you can sue for getting cancer:
- Product Liability
You can sue for getting cancer from a defective product. For example, in one hair product cancer lawsuit, a claim was made that a hair straightening product was causing uterine cancer in women. The defects in the hair product increase the risk of developing uterine cancer for whoever uses it. If you think you’re in a similar situation, you can sue the manufacturers if a certain product increases your risk of developing cancer.
However, proving your case and claiming compensation can be challenging. In such a case, you must prove the defective product caused your cancer to sue the manufacturer or retailer. You’ll have to request tests on the products to prove the defect and the relationship to cancer development. The product defect has to have caused your cancer diagnosis directly. One example is when the product has excessive amounts of lead. You’ll need to hire experts or resort to government authorities to investigate the product to prove this. This way, you have a piece of solid evidence to sue the product manufacturer.
- Medical Negligence
Medical negligence is one of the most common reasons to sue for getting cancer. You could sue for medical malpractice if the doctors, healthcare facility, hospital, or other medical professionals failed to offer the standard of care causing your cancer diagnosis. For example, if the doctor failed to order necessary tests or misdiagnosed your case resulting in cancer progression, you can sue for medical negligence.
To successfully sue for medical negligence, you must prove that the medical practitioner’s actions directly caused your cancer diagnosis. You must also show that you suffered damage because of the negligent actions of the medical practitioner. By doing so, you can claim compensation for treatment of progressing cancer, lost wages if you cannot work, and pain and suffering.
- Environmental Factors
Exposure to environmental pollutants and toxins is a common risk factor for cancer. Prolonged exposure to asbestos at the workplace, radiation, and other chemicals can increase cancer risk. If you can prove your cancer was caused by exposure to a certain environmental toxin like asbestos, consider suing the company or entity responsible for the pollutants.
Suppose a company’s activities produce excessive radiation that affects the population in a specific area and results in cancer. In that case, you can sue that company for exposing you to toxins that caused the development of your cancer.
Like the previous points, you must prove your cancer was directly caused by a specific substance you were exposed to. You’ll also have to show that the exposure was from the negligence of the company or entity you’re suing. Another aspect you must consider is the entity’s knowledge of the potential risks of exposing people to the toxin or substance. Since you’ll also claim that the company or entity was negligent, expose their bad practices that contributed to the development of your cancer.
Additionally, working in a hazardous environment may expose you to substances or toxins that can increase your cancer risk. For instance, if you’re a construction worker with constant exposure to asbestos, you’ll be at risk of developing cancer. Working as a firefighter can also expose you to asbestos and other carcinogenic substances that cause cancer.
You can sue your employer for getting cancer while working in a hazardous environment. To be successful, you must prove the cancer was caused directly by exposure to a specific chemical or substance at the workplace or in the line of duty. For example, getting cancer from asbestos exposure at a construction site.
In such a suit, you’ll claim compensation for the medical expenses covering the diagnosis and treatment, lost wages, damages for the pain and suffering caused to you and your family, and other associated costs.
Conclusion Getting a cancer diagnosis because of someone else’s negligence can be traumatizing and devastating. However, you can get a little relief through compensation for the medical expenses and other related damages, such as pain and suffering. The process of suing for getting cancer can be complicated, and it’d be best to hire an experienced lawyer to handle the litigation process. An attorney can also advise on the available legal options available and the compensation to seek.
Khalil ur Rehman is a proud born and raised in Abbottabad. Khalil has worked as a journalist for nearly a decade having contributed to several large publications including the Yahoo News and The Verge. As a journalist for The Hear Up, Khalil covers climate and science news. [email protected]
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