DISH Network keeps adding more and more local HD channels! This time, the 2 new channels will launch in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Memphis, Tennessee on June 26th. This brings DISH's HD local network total to 61, covering 68% of U.S. TV households.
As part of DISH Network's goal to provide 100 HD local networks by the end of the year, dozens more channels will launch this summer. So stay tuned!
Friday, June 27, 2008
Monday, June 23, 2008
AllAmericanDirect.com's DTV Converter in Top 4!
Still in the market for a digital converter? If so, check out the Sansonic DTV Tuner Converter Box, available on our website. According to Consumer Reports Magazine, the Sansonic DTV Tuner rates among the top four converters with 'Best Picture Quality,' which deliver picture quality that comes close to a quality DVD. Lower-rated tuners, on the other hand, give a picture only slightly better than an analog broadcast. Read the full article at TVPredictions.com.
Monday, June 16, 2008
DISH Features Summer Flick ... Before It Hits Theaters
Movie fans can now catch the latest flick before it hits the movie screen.
On Friday, June 13th, DISH Network's pay-per-view and on-demand services began offering customers a sneak preview of "Finding Amanda" two weeks prior to its theatrical release. The movie, starring Matthew Broderick, Maura Tierney and Brittany Snow, was made available to DISH Network through an agreement with Magnolia Pictures and HDNet.
Through June 26, DISH Network subscribers can order the film in standard definition pay-per-view for $9.99 and through on-demand in standard definition for $10.99. "Finding Amanda" is available via on-demand in high-def for $11.99. After theatrical release, the film will be available from June 27-30 in standard definition pay-per-view for $6.99.
On Friday, June 13th, DISH Network's pay-per-view and on-demand services began offering customers a sneak preview of "Finding Amanda" two weeks prior to its theatrical release. The movie, starring Matthew Broderick, Maura Tierney and Brittany Snow, was made available to DISH Network through an agreement with Magnolia Pictures and HDNet.
Through June 26, DISH Network subscribers can order the film in standard definition pay-per-view for $9.99 and through on-demand in standard definition for $10.99. "Finding Amanda" is available via on-demand in high-def for $11.99. After theatrical release, the film will be available from June 27-30 in standard definition pay-per-view for $6.99.
Friday, June 13, 2008
DISH Network Adds HD Signals for Tribune Local Stations
DISH Network keeps adding more High-Definition programming! This week, DISH Network is adding HD signals for Tribune-owned local stations in four markets. The stations are: KCPQ (Fox station in Seattle); WPIX (CW station in New York); WGN-TV (CW station in Chicago); and KTXL (Fox station in Sacramento, California.)
The channel additions, including WGN America HD as mentioned in my last post, are part of a larger carriage agreement between Dish Network and Tribune, which also includes local HD signals for 23 Tribune stations in 19 markets.
The channel additions, including WGN America HD as mentioned in my last post, are part of a larger carriage agreement between Dish Network and Tribune, which also includes local HD signals for 23 Tribune stations in 19 markets.
WGN America is on Dish Network's channel 239 and is available to customers who subscribe to the AT200 Essential HD package or higher and Dish's 'HD Only' package. To switch to DISH through All American Dish, visit www.AllAmericanDish.com today!
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Dish Network, ESPN Team Up to Deliver the U.S. Open Golf Championships
DISH Network’s Interactive TV (iTV) is the perfect way to catch ESPN’s coverage of the U.S. Open Golf this weekend. The iTV’s multi-screen, mosaic format features six different programs:
1. ESPN's network feed
2. Featured Group feed – shows Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and others in the first session
3. The Up Close channel – shows live coverage from the practice range, press conferences and more
4. The 3rd Hole feed – features live coverage of Torrey Pines' signature Par 3 hole
5. The Highlights channel – enables fans to catch up with the championship throughout the day
6. The Best of the Open channel – includes highlights from previous U.S. Open championships and other PGA events on the legendary Torrey Pines course
Viewers in more than 12 million iTV-enabled homes can choose to watch all six screens at once, or select one to view in a full-screen format. With over 25 iTV channels, DISH Network offers the most of any pay-TV provider in the U.S. Don’t miss the Open or this unique viewing experience!
1. ESPN's network feed
2. Featured Group feed – shows Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and others in the first session
3. The Up Close channel – shows live coverage from the practice range, press conferences and more
4. The 3rd Hole feed – features live coverage of Torrey Pines' signature Par 3 hole
5. The Highlights channel – enables fans to catch up with the championship throughout the day
6. The Best of the Open channel – includes highlights from previous U.S. Open championships and other PGA events on the legendary Torrey Pines course
Viewers in more than 12 million iTV-enabled homes can choose to watch all six screens at once, or select one to view in a full-screen format. With over 25 iTV channels, DISH Network offers the most of any pay-TV provider in the U.S. Don’t miss the Open or this unique viewing experience!
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
DISH Network Adds WGN America HD
Instead of going "out to the ballgame," Cubs and White Sox fans can enjoy HD broadcasts at home on WGN America, the latest addition to DISH Network's lineup of HD channels.
DISH Network's CEO, Charlie Ergen, announced last night that DISH would add add WGN America HD this week.
WGN America, which is now available in standard-def on DISH Network, offers high-def broadcasts of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox. The network also airs local news programs featuring Chicago and syndicated repeats such as 24 and Nash Bridges.
Don't miss the action! To upgrade your TV to HD or to switch to DISH Network through All American Dish, visit www.AllAmericanDish.com today!
DISH Network's CEO, Charlie Ergen, announced last night that DISH would add add WGN America HD this week.
WGN America, which is now available in standard-def on DISH Network, offers high-def broadcasts of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox. The network also airs local news programs featuring Chicago and syndicated repeats such as 24 and Nash Bridges.
Don't miss the action! To upgrade your TV to HD or to switch to DISH Network through All American Dish, visit www.AllAmericanDish.com today!
Monday, June 2, 2008
Network TV Sporting Events – THIS WEEK
Don’t miss this week’s exciting sports events!
NBC –
ALL GAMES @
LA Lakers vs. Boston Celtics
Thursday & Sunday @ 9 PM Eastern Time
Horseracing Triple Crown – finally
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