This was a topic I was discussing with some guys at lunch earlier this week and with several members in the Rare Selda Voice Chat which I thought I'd bring here.
Television was the defining medium of the 20th century. While the Internet slowly cropped up to steal its storm, poor dial up connections prior to only several years ago hampered the ingenious new medium for awhile. With large downloads now practical and quick computing speeds, the television now seems pointless. Why maintain a rigid viewing schedule when you can see whatever you desire at leisure?
This is the reason why I've transitioned away from television. Save for some exclusive programming it's no longer convenient nor worthwhile to utilize a dedicated device when the multipurpose computer, tablet, phone revolution has swept the globe. This is a tad hypocritical as I continue to purchase dedicated game consoles but these feature proprietary formats exclusive to those systems. A greater level of immersion is also allocated through the controller.
But enough ranting from me. I'd like to hear your side of the story. Is the tube traditionally on or off at your place? When you do watch TV is it for news or specific programming? Do you regularly watch videos on the Internet instead? Discuss.
Television was the defining medium of the 20th century. While the Internet slowly cropped up to steal its storm, poor dial up connections prior to only several years ago hampered the ingenious new medium for awhile. With large downloads now practical and quick computing speeds, the television now seems pointless. Why maintain a rigid viewing schedule when you can see whatever you desire at leisure?
This is the reason why I've transitioned away from television. Save for some exclusive programming it's no longer convenient nor worthwhile to utilize a dedicated device when the multipurpose computer, tablet, phone revolution has swept the globe. This is a tad hypocritical as I continue to purchase dedicated game consoles but these feature proprietary formats exclusive to those systems. A greater level of immersion is also allocated through the controller.
But enough ranting from me. I'd like to hear your side of the story. Is the tube traditionally on or off at your place? When you do watch TV is it for news or specific programming? Do you regularly watch videos on the Internet instead? Discuss.