Sony PlayStation Vue has added live streams of CBS stations in nine new markets, expanding the reach of CBS-affiliated stations on the cable TV online alternative.
Effective immediately, subscribers can watch these CBS affiliates if you are located within the local coverage area (thanks to Cord Cutters News):
- California: KFMB San Diego
- Florida: WPEC West Palm Beach
- Michigan: WWMT Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo
- North Carolina: WBTV Charlotte
- Ohio: WKRC Cincinnati, WOIO Cleveland
- Pennsylvania: WHP Harrisburg
- Texas: KEYE Austin
- Utah: KUTV Salt Lake City
PlayStation Vue isn’t just for game consoles, available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Google Chromecast, Roku, Amazon Fire TV/Stick, and also available on the PlayStation Vue mobile app (iOS/Android). A seven-day free trial is available to U.S. viewers.
The service appears to be a more direct competitor to traditional cable television, offering a substantial number of traditional cable networks and an increasing number of local over the air stations:
PlayStation Vue Packages:
- Access: 55+ channels, including an assortment of cable, movie and sports channels for $29.99 per month ($39.99 if local stations are provided)
- Core: 70+ channels and regional sports networks for $34.99 per month ($44.99 if local stations are provided)
- Elite: 100+ channels, including all channels noted above plus Epix Hits and two other entertainment channels for $44.99 per month ($54.99 if local stations are provided)
Showtime is available a-la-carte. In smaller cities without live local station streaming, the service offers on-demand access to selected network shows.
I need PBS and The CW…I can’t believe those aren’t on here! I’d want BBC America too.
I’d really want a much longer DVR too…28 days isn’t good enough for me, I’d really want a year…