Superboxes

[BroadHopper]

Originally Posted by TiltonBB

Last September I went to the Xfinity store to return the cable box but I kept Xfinity internet. I had purchased a couple of Superboxes that get everything (and I do mean everything) from the internet connection and there is no monthly fee. The primary reason was so I could get the Patriot's games while in Florida but the big benefit is no more cable TV bill.

How do I find out about the Superboxes? I just called Xfinity and they have no idea! I have internet only with Apollo Group TV on my firestick. Very happy and save tons! The wifi sucks. I have a router located in the middle of the house which is superior. I use PLNA to get the ethernet to the router.

[TiltonBB]

Originally Posted by BroadHopper

How do I find out about the Superboxes? I just called Xfinity and they have no idea! I have internet only with Apollo Group TV on my firestick. Very happy and save tons! The wifi sucks. I have a router located in the middle of the house which is superior. I use PLNA to get the ethernet to the router.

Superbox has nothing to do with Xfinity. I am sure Xfinity wants nothing to do with them because people who have them do not need cable TV, just internet. They are not perfect but well worth the money and the picture is great.

Google Superbox and several places to buy them come up.

If you buy one watch a YouTube video to install and set it up. I watched the video on my laptop and stopped after each step to complete the programming. It takes less than 15 minutes to get it going.

https://superboxnearme.com/products/...6e6c70d3181ef9

[tis]

Originally Posted by TiltonBB

Superbox has nothing to do with Xfinity. I am sure Xfinity wants nothing to do with them because people who have them do not need cable TV, just internet. They are not perfect but well worth the money and the picture is great.

Google Superbox and several places to buy them come up.

If you buy one watch a YouTube video to install and set it up. I watched the video on my laptop and stopped after each step to complete the programming. It takes less than 15 minutes to get it going.

https://superboxnearme.com/products/...6e6c70d3181ef9

So it's still working? Didn't you say you didn't know how long it will work? I would love to try it, but with my luck they would ban it as soon as I got it.

[TiltonBB]

Originally Posted by tis

So it's still working? Didn't you say you didn't know how long it will work? I would love to try it, but with my luck they would ban it as soon as I got it.

The Superboxes are still working fine. My brother bought two of them and they are working fine as well. My thought when I bought it was that if I got three months out of it the Superbox would have saved me three months of cable TV bill and be a wash.

I bought two of them a year ago and have not paid for cable TV since then. To me, that is a win. WalMart was selling them for a while during 2025 and 2026 but I don't think they have them anymore.

[tis]

Originally Posted by TiltonBB

The Superboxes are still working fine. My brother bought two of them and they are working fine as well. My thought when I bought it was that if I got three months out of it the Superbox would have saved me three months of cable TV bill and be a wash.

I bought two of them a year ago and have not paid for cable TV since then. To me, that is a win. WalMart was selling them for a while during 2025 and 2026 but I don't think they have them anymore.

You're right. It a short payback.

[webmaster]

I’m surprised no one has mentioned the legality of this. Here’s what Google Gemini has to say about it:

Originally Posted by Google Gemini

Using a Superbox to get "free" or subscription-free access to pay-per-view events, premium cable channels, and paid live TV networks is not legal.

While the hardware itself—an Android-based media player—is legal to own (much like a computer or a standard streaming stick), how it is used to bypass paid services crosses the line into copyright infringement and digital piracy. Courts and major media companies have increasingly targeted these devices, with federal court rulings declaring that streaming boxes configured to distribute unauthorized content violate copyright laws.

Beyond the legal implications, using these devices to access unauthorized streams carries significant risks:

Service shutdowns: Because the underlying streams rely on unauthorized redistribution servers, networks and content providers frequently crack down on them, meaning the "free" channels can go dark permanently without warning or recourse.
Internet Service Provider (ISP) action: ISPs monitor massive data spikes and traffic to known piracy networks, which can result in throttled connection speeds or service termination.
Cybersecurity threats: Security researchers have highlighted that devices utilizing unvetted third-party apps often come with severe risks, including potential malware, data tracking, or unauthorized access to your home network.

[bobkatfly]

I've been researching Superbox for a long time. There's a lot of Superbox suppliers with poor or zero after sales support. There are many websites claiming to be official SB sellers but the official site is https://mysuperboxtv.com/. They only sell to resellers like Brendan mentioned below. Best to purchase from reputable suppliers with support. Walmart, Amazon, Ebay etc. = zero support. Lots of info on FB. Look for https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1ESxXhfi8p/ and message the administrator Brendan J. Thornton. He is an authorized seller with support.
Read as much as you can on the FB forum as the manual that comes with it is basic setup instructions.

[bobkatfly]

Originally Posted by webmaster

I’m surprised no one has mentioned the legality of this. Here’s what Google Gemini has to say about it:

Yes, there is that too.

[loony]

Many of these "free" streaming services aslo require a VPN to mask questioable content from your ISP (internet service) so it doesnt get blocked. I had a jail broken firestick that worked great until my ISP started blocking the content.

Are you using a VPN.

Originally Posted by TiltonBB

The Superboxes are still working fine. My brother bought two of them and they are working fine as well. My thought when I bought it was that if I got three months out of it the Superbox would have saved me three months of cable TV bill and be a wash.

I bought two of them a year ago and have not paid for cable TV since then. To me, that is a win. WalMart was selling them for a while during 2025 and 2026 but I don't think they have them anymore.

[The Real BigGuy]

https://thedroidguy.com/is-superbox-...o-know-1267259

[TheTimeTraveler]

Ebay has a tremendous selection of Superboxes should you decide you wish to go there to find one.

Most of the ones I saw were all brand new units......

[webmaster]

More reasons to be wary of the SuperBox:

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/ne...ough-your-home

[phoenix]

webmaster I guess the old adage " there is no free lunch" may apply

[BroadHopper]

Glad I pay attention to this thread. I stayed with Apollo Group TV.

I am able to watch the Portland stations as well as Boston. The History and National Geographic channel. All the sports network as well as most streaming tv shows and movies.

Anyone found a similar or better app?

[TiltonBB]

Originally Posted by tis

So it's still working? Didn't you say you didn't know how long it will work? I would love to try it, but with my luck they would ban it as soon as I got it.

I still have two of the Superboxes and they have worked fine for over a year. Maybe I should be more concerned about the warnings from other people but at this time I plan to continue using them.

It is nice not having a Cable TV bill and being able to get all the Patriot's games while in Florida is still a big plus.

[secondcurve]

Do you steal stuff from the supermarket, too? It helps reduce your grocery bill but I wouldn't recommend it!

[Biggd]

Originally Posted by secondcurve

Do you steal stuff from the supermarket, too? It helps reduce your grocery bill but I wouldn't recommend it!

WOW, that comment is totally uncalled for!
If you don't mind getting gouged by the cable company keep paying them, they certainly don't care about you. You still have to buy internet from them even to use a superbox.
At a time were everything has gone up at an alarming pace, I don't blame anyone trying to save some money today when they are getting ripped off at every turn.
I also don't think using Superbox is in the same category as stealing from a store, JMO.

[secondcurve]

Stealing is stealing. The one getting ripped off in your example is the cable company. If you can't afford what someone is selling you don't steal it. This is black and white.

[Biggd]

Originally Posted by secondcurve

Stealing is stealing. The one getting ripped off in your example is the cable company. If you can't afford what someone is selling you don't steal it. This is black and white.

You are still buying their internet service, which is a rip off also!