tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6946530690017050242009-03-12T15:01:09.520-05:00Cable TV Rate Increases, Satellite TV, HDTV, the DTV Transition, Consumer Electronics, & TV Programmingtvgurunoreply@blogger.comBlogger153125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-694653069001705024.post-74787254821766612882009-03-12T14:37:00.003-05:002009-03-12T15:01:09.533-05:00

As if our dollars weren't stretched enough, cable companies are planning more rate increases for March and April. Here are some of the areas affected.Hilton Head Island, South CarolinaHargray cable is raising rates beginning in March. The cause for the higher rates is blamed on programming cost increases. Premium services will go up to $54.99 a month. Budget-conscious consumers can opt for the

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Looking for another way to lower your monthly bills? In this economy, we're all trying to find ways to cut back on our monthly expenses. Whether it be by dining out less often, cutting back on expensive coffees, or switching service providers, you know every little bit counts. You may have heard switching to Dish Network can save you money over the cost of your current TV programming, but, you're

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Don't miss out on your chance to win an Xbox 360 gaming console along with the game Guitar Hero. Total prize package is valued at $409. Hurry! Contest ends at 11:59 pm ET on 2/28/09.To enter, just visit http://www.allamericandirect.com/win-xbox-360 There is no purchase necessary to win and the drawing is random. Only 1 entry per person/email address.

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I always get really excited when I can start talking about baseball and softball season because that means spring is just around the corner! The Big Ten Network recently announced the baseball and softball schedules for 2009. Fans can look forward to 30 baseball games, including the entire Big Ten Baseball Tournament, and 25 softball games. All games are nationally televised and will be broadcast

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Every month, Dish Network offers free previews of certain channels to all subscribers, whether or not the channels appear in their packages or not. Now through February 25, 2009, subscribers can view WE TV (Women's Entertainment Television)and VERSUS (VS) for free. Here is some more information about these exciting channels:WE TV - IS television for women. Programming includes original stories

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Here are more cable rate increases coming up for the following areas. Most of these rates are set to go up in March.Orlando, Florida - Brighthouse plans to raise rates by 4.7% in March because of rising programming costs. Rates for standard cable will go from $52.99 to $55.49 a month. Digital cable subscribers will see an even larger increase, with their rates rising by 5.8%, from $59.99 to

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Dish Network just announced an incredible offer for new subscribers. Now until July 31, 2009, you can get over 100 all-digital channels for only $9.99 a month for six months, plus over 50 HD channels free for 6 months. You'll also get over 15 premium movie channels, including HBO, free for 3 months and a free HD DVR upgrade. This truly is their best deal ever. Also for a limited time, when you

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Dish Network recently announced the addition of 7 more local HD markets. With these new areas, Dish Network now offers High Definition local channels in 90 markets across the United States.Here is a list of the new areas:Abilene, TX - KTAB CBS CH.32 and KRBC NBC Ch 9Joplin, MO - KODE ABC Ch. 12 and KSNF NBC Ch. 16Little Rock, AR - KARK NBC Ch. 4Louisville, KY - WDRB FOX Ch. 41Springfield, MO -

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More cable rate hikes are planned for February across the country. Here's a summary of some of the areas affected by the rate increases. Charlotte, North Carolina -Time Warner is raising rates again an average of 4 to 9 percent come February 1, 2009. Basic cable service is increasing just $1 from $11 to $12. Standard services are going from $51.95 to $54.95 per month. The DigiPic 1000 will go

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The loveable Patrick Swayze has a hot new show out called "The Beast" appearing on A&E. Dish Network now offers this exciting crime drama in stunning High Definition 1080p resolution, which is similar to Blu-ray quality. Dish Network subscribers that have an MPEG-4 HD DVR receiver, a 1080p HD TV, and a broadband connection can access The Beast in 1080p through their Internet-based VOD lineup the

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Have you ever been traveling and wished you could still catch your local sports team or news on TV? If you've never heard of Slingbox, then you're missing out because it allows you to do just that.With the Slingbox™ Pro HD, you can bring your HD TV to you anywhere in the world. It allows you to watch and control your standard definition (SD) or high definition (HD) DVR, digital cable, satellite

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We posted even more great deals this week on consumer electronics items. Check them out at www.AllAmericanDirect.com! Here's a short summary of what you'll see:Sharp 32" 720p LCD HD TV - Save 35%Paramount Wall Mount for LCD HD TVs 23"-46" - Sale Price: $29.99Toshiba 19" 720p LCD HD TV - Sale Price: $249.99LG 19" 720p LCD HD TV - Save 33%Panasonic 42" 720p LCD HD TV - Sale Price: $649.99Logitech

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Your time is running out to apply for your $40 government coupons by the time the DTV Transition occurs in February. As of February 17, 2009, all high-powered broadcast stations will have to stop sending analog signals and switch over completely to digital signals. This includes your local channels with your favorite news and programming. After this deadline, you won't be able to view these

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Cable TV subscribers across the country are facing cable rate increases beginning in the new year. The rate hikes could not come at a worse time for many consumers already feeling financial strain due to the tough economy, combined with the additional stress of recent holiday expenses. Some subscribers have had to cut back their programming, remove services, or get rid of cable altogether. It is

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This month, Dish Network separated out Golf HD and Versus HD into two separate 24-hour channels. Previously, they were combined together on one channel location. DishHD subscribers can benefit from having these channels at no additional cost to them. The popular satcaster also added Cox Sports Television New Orleans HD - the home of the Hornets, Saints and LSU Tigers - to its lineup. See the grid

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Great gifts for you! Check out this week's electronics specials at www.AllAmericanDirect.com.Hannah Montana Camera - Sale Price: $29.99Toshiba DVD Player - Sale Price: $29.99SanDisk Sansa Clip 2G Mp3 Player in multi colors - Sale Price: $39.99GoodYear GPS - Sale Price: $89.99Canon PowerShot Digital Camera - Sale Price: $89.99Toshiba 22" HD TV - Sale Price: $299.99Xbox 360 Elite - Sale Price:

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We just launched an exciting new bonus offer for new Dish Network customers. For a limited time, sign up for qualifying programming and get your choice of an iPod Shuffle or $50 Cash Card. This bonus gift offer is only available from All American Dish and not from any other retailer. See how much you can save when you switch to Dish Network. We have package prices to fit nearly any budget and

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We've dropped prices on more electronics in order to bring you the best deals this holiday shopping season. Order before noon on December 12 for delivery in time for Christmas. Check out these great deals below!Xbox 360 Elite Gaming Console - Sale Price: $389.99PlayStation 3 Gaming Console - Sale Price: $399.99GoodYear GPS Device - Sale Price: $89.99Toshiba 26" 720p LCD HD TV - Sale Price:

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Dish Network announced yesterday (12/4) they will now be offering HD local channels in 8 more markets. Earlier this year, the satcaster promised 100 HD local markets by year's end. These additional areas inches them closer to their goal, bringing the total up to approximately 92 markets. The areas added are:Omaha, NE - WOWT, NBC affiliateMadison, WI - WMTV, NBC affiliateWaco, TX - KWTX, CBS

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If you're looking for some great deals on electronics for the holidays, look no further than AllAmericanDirect.com. We have some great Cyber Monday Deals going on Monday December 1st. Here's a sneak preview of what you'll see:Toshiba 19" LCD TV - $199.99Mitsubishi 73" 1080p DLP TV - $1699.99Sylvania Blu-ray DVD Player - $199.99Toshiba DVD Player - $29.993.5" Digital Photo Frame - $19.99Portable

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During the holiday shopping season, I always enjoy hearing horror stories from my friends and family about their experiences braving the crowds at the malls and department stores. I, however, stay inside where it's safe and I can have my mug of coffee and my dog at my feet while I shop online. Nothing makes me more proud than to walk away from my computer the morning of Black Friday still in my

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The all new Blackberry Storm is one of the hottest cell phones to hit the market. The phone not only looks great, but is also loaded with tons of great multi-media features. The smartphone features a touch screen, high-resolution display, as well as camera and video recording. There is a huge demand for this phone, but you can pre-order your Blackberry Storm today at AllAmericanDirect.com or by

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Yesterday, Dish Network announced eight new local High Definition markets. The areas included are Charleston-Huntington, W.V.; Cincinnati, OH; Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA; Jacksonville, FL; Lexington, KY; Little Rock-Pine Bluff, AR; Louisville, KY; and Wichita Falls, TX and Lawton, OK. With these additional areas, DISH now offers HD local channels in 84 markets, or 76% of TV households

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Enter to win an incredible new Sharp 52" LCD HD TV from AllAmericanDirect.com. All you need to do is visit our web site and fill out the entry form. While you're there you can also find a link to buy your tickets to the Offense Defense All-American Bowl, America's Premier High School competition. Contest ends January 29, 2009.Click here to enter the contest »

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Move over AT&T, Verizon Communications has now stepped up to become the largest U.S. wireless carrier with the acquisition of Alltel Wireless. The $28.1 billion dollar acquiring was approved Tuesday by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Now even more wireless subscribers residing in rural and small-market metro areas will have access to "America's most reliable" network, an already

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