Recent content by Patiek

It is not exactly the same. My understanding is that directv asserts ownership of purchased boxes (from anywhere) while I _own_ my dish network boxes. In the end, it does cost the same or (usually) more to own your equipment... but you don't have to live under a contract and sometimes credit...

The Paducah, KY were supposed to happen a couple of years ago and never did. Then it seemed like FINALLY this Fall, but nope. I gave up a little bit ago and purchased a couple of antennas to put in my attic to pick up the locals - Antennas Direct ClearStream4 Antenna (for UHF) and ClearStream5...

One solution to the problem is to get a Roku box ( Roku Digital Video Player | Watch Netflix, Amazon Video On Demand and MLB.TV on Roku Player ) for $100.00 and watch MLB.tv on your TV without hassle.

For anyone interested: I did not have my own equipment, but bought some new receivers and replaced the missing switch at my new place (dish was already here). I was able to get Dish Network to restart my old service without any problems or hassle by calling customer service.

Fives months ago I became unemployed and moved. I canceled my dish network and paid the last bill (I originally signed up through website). I was a customer for about 2.5 years and I was wondering if anyone knows whether a second credit check is necessary when establishing service again. While...

You are a sports fan and you are coming over to Dish Network? Really? I guess if you hate Baseball and Football then you will be ok.

Yes, this is quite ridiculous. No baseball on Dish. I was so hopeful two years ago. No Extra Innings, no peachtree. Now I am stuck watching MLB for even more money on my computer. I am moving soon and I will be done with Dish. Their receivers are nicer but they just can't deliver. DirecTV has...