Why did we choose hand brake? Because my children can browse cartoons without surprise ads, and I can set the filter before handing them the remote.
Suchalady Azeh
North Lakewood, Family Plus
Screentime struggles dropped 70%.
Lakewood Township streaming, made local
Finally, streaming that feels like Lakewood.
hand brake brings ad-free cartoons, New Jersey news, and community shows to one screen your family can use with confidence.
A calmer screen starts here.
Built on Summer Avenue
2,000+Lakewood households
100%ad-free kids library
24/7weather and traffic updates
One home screen
All the content your family needs, right here
Stop switching between unsafe apps and scattered local channels. Choose a library shaped around Ocean County households.
Kids Cartoons
Human-screened, ad-free programs for preschoolers and growing viewers. Parents get a clearer say in what appears next.
See the kids libraryLocal News
Catch Township meetings, New Jersey state news, school sports, and Ocean County alerts in live and on-demand programming.
Explore local coverageFamily Values
Find Orthodox Jewish video content and community-approved selections, with bilingual options for Lakewood families.
View community programmingMade for real routines
Built for every corner of Lakewood
The right controls matter when several generations share one account.
Orthodox Family Streaming
Unsuitable ads and conflicting messages stay out of the kids' shelf. Choose a values-filtered path.
View family optionsSenior-Friendly Streaming
One-click local news and a lightweight Smart TV experience help parents and grandparents stay connected.
See the easy modeMobile Commuter Highlights
Short local clips and low-data viewing fit the train ride, parking lot pickup, or lunch break.
Stay connected on the goA quick starting point
Find your perfect plan in 15 seconds
Tell us who watches most. We’ll point you toward a practical fit.
Who’s watching?
Family Plus is a popular starting point at $8.99/month.
Choose Your PlanStories from neighbors just like you
Small changes make evenings easier.
hand brake gives me a simple way to watch Township meetings from my living room. The one-click mode is clear, and I never missed a school board meeting this season.
Leó Cerbantez
Senior viewer, West Gate
Local news is easier to reach.
The commuter highlights fit my morning train ride. I get the local briefing, check traffic, and still have time to catch the community segment after work.
Saasha Harps
Commuter, Cedar Bridge
Lakewood stays close.
Simple by design
Three easy steps to better family screen time
No technical fuss.
Pick a plan
Start at $8.99 per month. There are no long-term contracts, so your household stays in control.
Create profiles
Set age-appropriate filters for children, teens, adults, and grandparents on the same account.
Press play
Open a safe, local library with ad-free kids programming and news that reflects your town.
Neighbors behind the service
Rooted on Summer Avenue, for Lakewood by Lakewood
hand brake is based at 504 Summer Avenue and hires people who know the streets, schools, and community calendar. We sponsor Township events and cover local festivals because those details matter to the people watching.
This is an Ocean County streaming service with a local point of view.
Meet the Team
Local voices
What Lakewood parents are saying
“The values filter gives me a clear boundary. I can prepare dinner while my daughter watches a short cartoon block.”
Deanza Mankame
Young parent, Oak Street
“The local briefing helps me begin class with the right context. Students ask about the same Township stories their families heard at home.”
Region Parchuri
School teacher, Lakewood
“Setup took minutes on our Smart TV. My father uses the large news button, and I use the community shelf when I visit.”
Optimum Ume
Small business owner, South Lakewood
Clear answers
Parents ask, we answer
What makes the cartoons safe?
The kids library is ad-free and reviewed by people. It avoids unsuitable ads, graphic violence, and algorithm-driven recommendations.
Can I filter content for religious guidelines?
Yes. Community-approved filters help households choose Orthodox-friendly programming and age-appropriate shelves.
How do you cover local news?
Our schedule includes municipal meetings, daily briefing clips, New Jersey updates, school sports, and Ocean County alerts.
Can my elderly father use this on a basic Smart TV?
Yes. The lightweight app includes a one-click mode with large, clear paths to news and community programming.
Is there a contract?
Plans are month-to-month. You can cancel any time, and the price is shown before you sign up.
Helpful reading
Smart screen time for Lakewood parents
Practical guidance. Plain language.
Choosing Age-Appropriate Cartoons
A short parent guide to ratings, profile settings, and building a calmer evening routine.
Read the guideThis Week in Lakewood
Check upcoming community events and the local programming schedule before your week gets busy.
See the local calendarReady for entertainment you can trust?
Get affordable, local programming that fits your household. Start with a plan or speak with our Lakewood team first.
No long-term contracts. Cancel anytime. Proudly based in Lakewood, New Jersey.