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10/14/2026

TV Antennas and NextGen TV: A Smart Investment Today and Tomorrow
A properly selected antenna can bring you local television today—and remain useful as broadcast technology advances.

If you have been thinking about installing a television antenna, recent news about NextGen TV may have caught your attention. Broadcasters are promoting new features, and manufacturers are developing additional ways to receive them.

Here is the good news: NextGen TV does not inherently make today’s television antennas obsolete. A properly selected antenna that covers the frequencies used by your local stations can receive both traditional digital television signals and NextGen TV signals.

The equipment that interprets those signals—the tuner inside your television or an external receiver—is where the broadcast-format difference matters. You do not need to postpone enjoying local television simply because technology is advancing.

WHAT’S NEW: A NEXTGEN TV CAMPAIGN INCLUDES TAMPA

On September 16, 2026, Sinclair and Nexstar announced a joint consumer education campaign scheduled to begin September 17 in 13 television markets, including Tampa. The campaign introduces viewers to NextGen TV, also known as ATSC 3.0, and its potential picture, sound, and interactive features
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10/06/2026

A first look at weBoost Sky, the new vehicle booster designed for T-Mobile’s Starlink-powered T-Satellite service—and why it may matter for travelers beyond normal cell coverage.A first look at weBoost Sky, the new vehicle booster designed for T-Mobile’s Starlink-powered T-Satellite service—and why it may matter for travelers beyond normal cell coverage.

10/01/2026

Why Your TV Signal Breaks Up During Storms | John’s Antennas

Why rain, wind, wet foliage, and marginal signal levels can cause pixelation — and what to check after the storm passes.

Florida thunderstorms can turn a perfectly watchable television picture into a screen full of blocks, freezes, and missing channels.

When that happens, many homeowners assume the rain itself is simply blocking the TV signal.

With over-the-air television, the real answer is usually more complicated.

At John’s Antennas, we have installed and repaired television antenna systems throughout Central Florida since 1983. In our experience, storm-related reception problems usually expose a weakness that was already present in the antenna system.

A strong, properly installed system often rides through normal weather changes with little trouble.

A marginal system may not.

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10/01/2026

Does Starlink Work Well in Heavy Rain? What to Expect

Does Starlink work in heavy rain? See real speed tests from our Ocala showroom during a torrential Florida storm and learn how rain fade can affect Starlink.

10/01/2026

What Is ATSC 3.0? NextGen TV Explained | John’s Antennas

Learn what ATSC 3.0 and NextGen TV mean for antenna users, whether you need a new antenna or tuner, how DRM affects reception, and what to know before upgrading.

09/26/2026

Learn how to test cell signal strength at home using dBm readings on iPhone and Android. Compare indoor and outdoor signal and see when a cell booster may help.

Learn how to test cell signal strength at home using dBm readings on iPhone and Android. Compare indoor and outdoor signal and see when a cell booster may help.

09/18/2026

TV Antenna Rotators Are Hard to Find—But John’s Antennas Still Has Them

As many familiar rotator models disappeared, John’s Antennas built and maintained an inventory of hard-to-find rotators

09/17/2026

Tablo: Combine Over-the-Air TV With Streaming
Watch local channels, free streaming programs, and recorded shows through one easy-to-use system

Learn how Tablo combines local antenna channels, free streaming TV, and DVR recording for a flexible alternative to cable or satellite.

09/16/2026

Did You Know The CW Has Become a Major Free Sports Channel? 🏈🏀🏁

The CW is carrying a lot more than entertainment these days. In 2026, viewers can find college football, basketball, NASCAR, PBR, bowling, AVP volleyball and more on The CW — and many of those events can be watched free with a TV antenna.

For college football alone, The CW is carrying games from the ACC, Pac-12 and Mountain West.

In Central Florida, The CW may be available on:

WCJB 20.2 – Gainesville/Ocala
WKCF 18.1 – Orlando
WTTA 38.1 – Tampa Bay

If you’re missing The CW or having trouble with weak or pixelated channels, John’s Antennas can help evaluate your location and antenna system.

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09/14/2026

Can an HOA Stop You From Installing a TV Antenna? The FCC OTARD Rule Explained
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