Back in the day, using a difficult to install huge awkward antenna placed on the top of a roof was the norm for picking up a television signal. A company named Aereo has changed all this technology. Aereo makes it possible to watch free TV with their unbelievably small antenna. Despite being able to fit on the tip of a finger, it can still allow HD reception. Besides this feature, it also connects to DVRs and has an unbelievably fast Internet connection. 

The TV antenna is located in a data center. It is then connected to a remote DVR in the same data center. The device can be controlled from an Internet-connected device like a PC or smartphones. The best part is that while watching any television show, it can be programmed to record the show via DVR. This means the program may then be paused and rewound. Therefore, it allows users to watch the program again in the future. However, it is important to note that this is only applicable in some areas. Not all places have good enough coverage.

For interested applicants, the basic membership is as low as $8. This provides 20 hours of DVR space to record the shows. For $4 more, it can be upgraded to 60 hours of DVR space. It can also record two shows at a time. The plans also include 24/7 access to a remote antenna in order to have access to live television broadcasts. Data rates may vary. Therefore, it is essential to check with a broadband provider or wireless carrier.

For those who wish to sign up and eventually cancel during the first month, Aereo won't charge anything. However, for those who wish to continue, the amount will be automatically charged from the credit card on a monthly basis. Again, these details have to be checked with the data provider as they may vary.