I am currently looking into how I will receive TV channels in the future. Is a satellite system with coaxial cables still considered modern here, or has the approach changed? Receiving via the internet or distributing satellite signals through network cables? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each system?
K
Knallkörper1 May 2018 21:53I also grew up with "TV." In the past, we spent a lot more time in front of the screen. At some point, we felt the commercial TV channels were too lowbrow for us, and we had no time for the ads; the public broadcasters’ programs seemed too “old-fashioned,” so we lived without TV for five years. Some people thought that an apartment without a television was not fully furnished. Then came the era when US series became popular, and we got a TV again from the electronics store. At that time, it really annoyed me that I couldn’t watch Dr. House whenever I wanted. That I had to schedule my limited free time around it. That I couldn’t watch three episodes in a row if I wanted to. That there were two to three commercial breaks within one episode. Then we tried Netflix, and today I can’t imagine sitting down at a specific time to watch a program and having to endure all the nonsense around it. It simply wouldn’t be possible for me with work, kids, and side jobs.
By now, we have almost every streaming service for audio and video available. In the car, I use a Spotify app, and finally, I can listen to music on my way to work without those annoying morning shows like N-Joy and others. Are there really people who still find Kuhlage and Hardeland funny? Before that, I listened to Deutschlandradio almost exclusively for three years. On average, we watch series or a movie once a week on Prime. For series, the software always knows which user is on which episode, you can skip the intro with one click, and there are now UHD titles available. Movies can be rented with a single press of the remote for $3.99 – back then, as Karsten said, one had to go to the video store. For me, this comfort and efficiency are indispensable, even though we consume far less media than the average household. That’s why I firmly believe that “television” in the original sense won’t be around for much longer.
By now, we have almost every streaming service for audio and video available. In the car, I use a Spotify app, and finally, I can listen to music on my way to work without those annoying morning shows like N-Joy and others. Are there really people who still find Kuhlage and Hardeland funny? Before that, I listened to Deutschlandradio almost exclusively for three years. On average, we watch series or a movie once a week on Prime. For series, the software always knows which user is on which episode, you can skip the intro with one click, and there are now UHD titles available. Movies can be rented with a single press of the remote for $3.99 – back then, as Karsten said, one had to go to the video store. For me, this comfort and efficiency are indispensable, even though we consume far less media than the average household. That’s why I firmly believe that “television” in the original sense won’t be around for much longer.
There is a lot of confusion here. I think what “knallkörper” refers to is the end of video rental stores and probably also the decline of CDs in the music sector. Traditional television, that is, the kind my grandchildren watch, is still very much alive. CDs or even my old vinyl records are something they only find at Grandpa’s place. “Grandpa, please play one of those records that crackle so nicely.” Then we listen to Glenn Miller, “Pardon me Sir, is this the Chattanooga Chouchou, Track 29…”
A landline is still essential for professional use. We also still use fax machines because they serve the same purpose as registered mail. And if you have DSL or fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), it basically comes through the router, so you might still connect one of those 29.90 (currency) Panasonic phones. The number is there, after all. Pure mobile phone use is usually limited to precarious social environments. Two out of two. [emoji3]
A landline is still essential for professional use. We also still use fax machines because they serve the same purpose as registered mail. And if you have DSL or fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), it basically comes through the router, so you might still connect one of those 29.90 (currency) Panasonic phones. The number is there, after all. Pure mobile phone use is usually limited to precarious social environments. Two out of two. [emoji3]
No, Karsten. Video rental stores and CDs are already obsolete. Currently, vinyl records are experiencing a significant revival.
In the key advertising demographic, the decline of "classic" media consumption is dramatic. Once online consumption is included in audience measurement (and these figures become relevant again), advertising revenues will also collapse, and then we’ll see what satellite providers and others will do.
Fax is outdated, but there are still situations where it remains legally necessary because no other method is yet accepted. As soon as the legislature addresses this, fax will also become obsolete.
In the key advertising demographic, the decline of "classic" media consumption is dramatic. Once online consumption is included in audience measurement (and these figures become relevant again), advertising revenues will also collapse, and then we’ll see what satellite providers and others will do.
Fax is outdated, but there are still situations where it remains legally necessary because no other method is yet accepted. As soon as the legislature addresses this, fax will also become obsolete.
