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Life & fun · March 12, 2026

Channel Surfer

Turn your YouTube subscriptions into a retro cable TV guide

What it does

Remember flipping through the TV guide? Channel Surfer turns your YouTube subscriptions into a retro cable TV experience. Import your channels, tune in, and let it play.

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    Channel Surfer – Watch YouTube like it’s cable TVMar 2026 · channelsurfer.tv · ▲604

    I know, it's a very first-world problem. But in my house, we have a hard time deciding what to watch. Too many options! So I made this to recreate Cable TV for YouTube. I made it so it runs in the browser. Quickly import your subscriptions in the browser via a bookmarklet. No accounts, no sign-ins. Just quickly import your data locally.

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    Create Your Own TV Channel2024 · freetvz.com · ▲13

    Hey HackerNews'ers, I've built FreeTVz.com - a platform that transforms YouTube into a traditional TV experience. Here's what you can do: ◉ Create your own TV channels based on any topic or interest. ◉ Browse and watch over 100+ free curated channels across categories like History, Science, Tech, and more. ◉ Enjoy an ad-free experience, making your viewing uninterrupted and seamless. ◉ Rediscover the nostalgia of channel surfing, without endless scrolling or algorithmic feeds. I'd love for you to check it out and share your thoughts. Visit FreeTVz.com

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