Written by Robert on 09 December 2009
Free Satellite TV
Sorry its is just not going to happen, the satellites that spin around the earth cost millions and millions of dollars and oh by the way, the programing that satellite shows costs money as well. But there is good news so don’t worry yet. The installation for Satellite TV is Free.
So after getting your free satellite TV installed then you are looking at pricing starting at just around $25 a month and moving up depending on what packages you have. Sports, premium movie packages, Spanish among others.
lets talk a bit about Dish Network and DirectTV, both are excellent companies and are similiarly priced. I prefer DirectTV because you get more for your money. HD recievers with DVR in multiple rooms supplied for free satellite TV installation.
I am a movie nut and their movie package offers more premium channels for a similiar price so that really pushes me in the direction of DirectTV. Sports fans have the same advantage with DirectTV more sports and exclusive programing in that area. So to reiterate you can not get free satellite TV, but if you are a couch potato like me then it is worth a few dollars to entertain yourself. Speaking of entertainment both companies offer pay per view packages, adult programing and music channels up the ying yang.
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Written by Robert on 14 November 2009
We all knew cable and satellite TV are the main paid television services in United States. Dish Network and Direct TV are the two major players on the satellite TV side; while Time Warner, Comcast, Adelphia, Cable Vision, Charter Communication are some of the well known names on cables.
So how does satellite TV match up to cables? Is satellite TV better, can you actually get free satellite TV installation or does it cost? Let’s check out some of the facts on satellite TV vs. cable TV now.
Popularity
Although both Dish Network and Direct TV are growing their business fast, cable TV is still much popular than satellites at nowadays. At the time of writing, Direct TV claims that they own up to 18 millions subscribers; while Dish Network 15 millions. On the other hand according to market survey, major cable TV provider Comcast cable TV take up over 20 million subscribers in many states; while Time Warner 10 million, Adelphia 5 million, Cable Vision 3 millions and Charter Communication 6 millions in United States. Cable has been around longer and has the edge in market share.
Programming quality and variety
Cable uses TV cables; while satellite TV uses decoder and dish for the signal transmission. Cable programs come in digital signals – the picture quality are generally good, but not as good as satellite TV that offers 100% digital picture in their broadcast.
In most situations, cable TV offers up to 150 channels. In contrast, both main satellite TV providers (Dish and DirecTV) offer up to 255 programming choices. On top of that, DISH Network and Direct TV offer plenty of HDTV programming, which it’s hardly found on major conventional cables. What’s amazing to me is that Dish Network had just added more HD channels which raise their HD channels to more than 30! (Compare to others who are less then 20).
Pricing
Satellite TV wins over cable when it comes to pricing.
Cable TV costs you $37.30 a month for 64 channels, plus $10.95 a month to add a few digital channels. Installation in one room is $39.95, plus $9.95 for each additional room. While Dish Network basic package starts at $24.99 and DirecTV package starts at $29.99, it is without a doubt that satellite TV are much better bargains when compare with cable TV. Don’t forget that you get free satellite TV installation and dish so set up is not a problem.
Sports Junkies
If you are a sports junkie then Direct TV is the way to go, they have free satellite TV installation, and currently are the only source to get NFL Sunday Ticket. So for some people this may make their decision a no brainier. Good Luck and happy viewing
Getting started
When you move forward with satellite TV getting started is easy. Typically they use 3rd party installers which gives you an abundance of people who can set up your free satellite TV installation fast. With cable the install is free as well but service is terrible,often it could be up to 10 days prior to install and they you have to sit around all day because they wont commit to an exact appointment.
So there are pluses and minus for each but I like Satellite TV
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Written by Robert on 13 November 2009
Both offer Free Satellite TV Installation
When it comes to picking a satellite television company, many people look to the sports packages when trying to figure out which company to select. That’s not surprising, considering that sports are a multi-billion dollar industry in the United States and a big part of many peoples social life. Of course adding the sports bundles are not free satellite TV and cost a little extra. When looking at Direct TV and Dish Network, what should you consider if you are an avid sports fan?
The first thing to remember is that both satellite TV companies carry all of the major networks like NBC, ABC and FOX. In most areas of the country, these channels are also in HD. So if you are a casual fan who likes to watch the major sporting events, you will be able to find these on both Dish Network and Direct TV without having to pay an arm and a leg.
Both satellite carriers also carry the major cable networks like ESPN, ESPNEWS, and your regional sports networks. Some of the lower level packages may not offer these channels, so if coverage of your local sports team is important, than you should check into this further.
Also everyone wants free satellite TV installation; fortunately you are in luck because both companies have it.
The big difference between Dish Network and Direct TV when it comes to sports programming is when considering the premium packages. Offers like the NFL Sunday Ticket are currently only available through Direct TV. Other packages like the MLB Extra Innings package are offered to all cable and satellite providers, but because Dish Network does not yet have an agreement you won’t find it there.
Additionally, Direct TV now has expanded sports coverage of the major golf and tennis tournaments. Using their Mix channel technology, subscribers have access to literally hundreds of hours of additional coverage when it comes to major tournaments like Wimbledon.
When it comes to sports, the basics can be found on both satellite television providers. But if you want all of the sports bundles, Direct TV is the clear provider of choice. Hence I would recommend Direct TV even though you have to pay a little extra because just because it is Direct TV it is not free satellite TV, but its worth it!
Remember there is no such thing as a free ride, so focus on value instead.
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