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I've been a faithful DISH subscriber since 1995. Always gotten their top-of-the-line America's Best package. I have 3 receivers that I never bother Dish about support for (I own the equipment and I do my own troubleshooting -- read: I don't cost them customer support money). They've made a ton of bucks off of me over the last 18 years and I am even considering moving to their DISHNET internet service...which means even more profit for them.
But recent developments at DISH have me wondering if it is not time to look for a new provider. I now have a list of complaints, and I'd love to hear if any of you share my concerns.
It seems as time goes by, the "Favorites" package is loaded with more and more Spanish language only programming. This is great for Spanish speakers, but of ZERO interest to me. There also seems to be more and more "Home Shopping" type channels, also something I have ZERO interest in. Why am I paying for this?
Furthermore, in May, I got a letter from DISH saying that they no longer would allow me to pre-pay for my subscription once a year. Why? Considering present values and customer fickleness -- it is ALWAYS better to lock in a subscription, rather than go month to month -- and risk having a subscriber leave you on a moment's notice...At least that's my take.
And finally, what may be the last straw in my relationship with DISH: One of my favorite channels, SPEED, was replaced by Fox Sports 1. This appears to be a garden variet football/baseball/basketball channel -- which I am sure most men would like -- but of little interest to me. I enjoy motorsports -- and working on cars and motorcycles -- and couldn't care less about ball sports.
When I realized that SPEED had been replaced, I went searching for alternatives. I found a recent article in my AutoWeek magazine that said MavTV had picked up contracts for many of my favorite programs that had been on SPEED. Searched my channel directory, using tips about where MavTV might be located, and came up empty handed.
Are people like me unique? Will I have to go to ComCast?
But recent developments at DISH have me wondering if it is not time to look for a new provider. I now have a list of complaints, and I'd love to hear if any of you share my concerns.
It seems as time goes by, the "Favorites" package is loaded with more and more Spanish language only programming. This is great for Spanish speakers, but of ZERO interest to me. There also seems to be more and more "Home Shopping" type channels, also something I have ZERO interest in. Why am I paying for this?
Furthermore, in May, I got a letter from DISH saying that they no longer would allow me to pre-pay for my subscription once a year. Why? Considering present values and customer fickleness -- it is ALWAYS better to lock in a subscription, rather than go month to month -- and risk having a subscriber leave you on a moment's notice...At least that's my take.
And finally, what may be the last straw in my relationship with DISH: One of my favorite channels, SPEED, was replaced by Fox Sports 1. This appears to be a garden variet football/baseball/basketball channel -- which I am sure most men would like -- but of little interest to me. I enjoy motorsports -- and working on cars and motorcycles -- and couldn't care less about ball sports.
When I realized that SPEED had been replaced, I went searching for alternatives. I found a recent article in my AutoWeek magazine that said MavTV had picked up contracts for many of my favorite programs that had been on SPEED. Searched my channel directory, using tips about where MavTV might be located, and came up empty handed.
Are people like me unique? Will I have to go to ComCast?
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Sure DID. Just made one.Umm...BLT sounds good about now
I haven't posted in almost 17 years. Over the air, sat, offline, anything-but-the-internet is still one of my avid pursuits. Been playing with offline tv viewing and offline web browsing. I have great appreciations for this site still being here. It's so hard to find public communities that haven't sold out to social media company.
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I was reading this article
thehill.com
That said this-
Last summer, for the first time, streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime claimed the largest share of the television viewing audience, surpassing both cable and broadcast TV. Streaming captured 34.8 percent of July viewers, according to Nielsen data, compared to 34.4 percent for cable and 21.6 percent for broadcast.
And then, sometime in the second half of 2022, cord-cutters became the majority. The share of cable and satellite television subscribers dipped to 48 percent, according to a report from Samba TV, a television technology company.
Now I do not consider those with YTTV and the likes, Cord Cutters, but they still do not have Traditional Cable/Satellite delivered Live TV, so I decided to do the math.
There are, now, 129 Million Households in the United States.
In 2015, there were 100 Million Cable/Sat Subscribers , no streaming Live TV Service.
Today, there are 66 Million Live TV subscribers, including Cable, Satellite and Streaming.
Roughly, Streaming Live TV has 14 Million subs including all of them.
So that means, Cable/Satellite now has, roughly, 51 Million Households
So in just 8 years, lost 49% of their subscribers and by the end of this year, expected sub count to be, roughly, 45 million households.
That means a total loss of 55% since 2015 at the end of 2023.
But out of 129 Million households, 45 million will mean only 35% will get Cable/Satellite Delivered Live TV by the end of 2023.
Imagine what 2024 will be like.
Cable TV ‘cord-cutters’ became the majority in 2022
The steady decline of cable and broadcast television, and the rise of streaming services, reached a sort of inflection point over the past year. Last summer, for the first time, streaming ser…
thehill.com
That said this-
Last summer, for the first time, streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime claimed the largest share of the television viewing audience, surpassing both cable and broadcast TV. Streaming captured 34.8 percent of July viewers, according to Nielsen data, compared to 34.4 percent for cable and 21.6 percent for broadcast.
And then, sometime in the second half of 2022, cord-cutters became the majority. The share of cable and satellite television subscribers dipped to 48 percent, according to a report from Samba TV, a television technology company.
Now I do not consider those with YTTV and the likes, Cord Cutters, but they still do not have Traditional Cable/Satellite delivered Live TV, so I decided to do the math.
There are, now, 129 Million Households in the United States.
In 2015, there were 100 Million Cable/Sat Subscribers , no streaming Live TV Service.
Today, there are 66 Million Live TV subscribers, including Cable, Satellite and Streaming.
Roughly, Streaming Live TV has 14 Million subs including all of them.
So that means, Cable/Satellite now has, roughly, 51 Million Households
So in just 8 years, lost 49% of their subscribers and by the end of this year, expected sub count to be, roughly, 45 million households.
That means a total loss of 55% since 2015 at the end of 2023.
But out of 129 Million households, 45 million will mean only 35% will get Cable/Satellite Delivered Live TV by the end of 2023.
Imagine what 2024 will be like.
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And again, 15 months in a row, streaming wins-
Cable and Broadcast added together-36.4%
Streaming with a massive 49.6%, 13.2% higher than Broadcast/Streaming.
Cable and Broadcast added together-36.4%
Streaming with a massive 49.6%, 13.2% higher than Broadcast/Streaming.
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This was actually one of the more disturbing videos I've seen on this channel. IF this guy hadn't been driving a Tesla which has 360 degree cams, he would probably become a felon and had his life ruined.....all because of a lying cop. The other officers in this video didn't impress me too much either, their whole mentality was how can we nail this guy.
This is a perfect example of why I'm always a bit nervous when I get below Perry, FL. There is a huge difference between north and south Florida and everyone who lives here knows this.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4Q8q0KQQ14
This is a perfect example of why I'm always a bit nervous when I get below Perry, FL. There is a huge difference between north and south Florida and everyone who lives here knows this.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4Q8q0KQQ14
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This is a thread that will keep you apprised of 4K events that will be showing on Dish channel 540. Keep looking here for information.
As of today, 9-27-17, there are no scheduled events posted for the next 2 weeks. That is subject to change on a daily basis.
As of today, 9-27-17, there are no scheduled events posted for the next 2 weeks. That is subject to change on a daily basis.
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Linus Tech Tips
Time for another AWESOME video from Linus Tech Tips!
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Direct YouTube Link - Guessing Costco Tech Prices
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Time for another AWESOME video from the TWIT Network!
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Direct YouTube Link - This Week in Space 233
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Direct YouTube Link - This Week in Space 233
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TWiT Tech Podcast Network
Time for another AWESOME video from the TWIT Network!
View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/iFQxaEwwh2k
Direct YouTube Link - How It Feels Holding an iPhone Duo in Hand
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Direct YouTube Link - How It Feels Holding an iPhone Duo in Hand
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The following is from Reddit. -
View: https://www.reddit.com/r/DirectvStream/s/orzHBkmqQW
There appears to be a new DIRECTV Gemini OTT box, the C81KW-650.
The FCC listing is partially available, and a Geekbench entry confirms it uses an Amlogic S905X5, a solid SoC for a set-top box.
I also see 4GB of RAM, and the manufacturer is SEI Robotics.
DIRECTV C81KW OTT Box - Android TV Guide
Ok found a picture of the Box too on Reddit:
View: https://www.reddit.com/r/DirectvStream/comments/1twlex0/comment/opzeqi1/
View: https://www.reddit.com/r/DirectvStream/s/orzHBkmqQW
There appears to be a new DIRECTV Gemini OTT box, the C81KW-650.
The FCC listing is partially available, and a Geekbench entry confirms it uses an Amlogic S905X5, a solid SoC for a set-top box.
I also see 4GB of RAM, and the manufacturer is SEI Robotics.
DIRECTV C81KW OTT Box - Android TV Guide
Ok found a picture of the Box too on Reddit:
View: https://www.reddit.com/r/DirectvStream/comments/1twlex0/comment/opzeqi1/
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The Roku Ultra series (the larger square box models that attach via hdmi) have ethernet ports
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Didn't see a thread like this so I figured why not start one. This is about natural supplements. If you aren't into supplements, fine, but please let those of us who do want to discuss this discuss it.
The first one I wanted to mention has been a real life changer. I'm 62 and still do all of my own install work at my business....also do all the yard work at the house. A few years ago I started noticing that I was losing my range of movement, it was even getting hard to bend over and lace up my boots. Almost got stuck in an attic because I couldn't get turned around once the work was done. Didn't think much of it and figured with age comes stiffness that was only going to get worse as time went on.
It was then that I stumbled across a video which was discussing rotator cuff tears and why they were to prevalent these days. Turns out, the culprit is a simple deficiency in MANGANESE which is key in keeping your tendons flexible. Most anti-biotics strip your body of any manganese it might have had which is why certain anti-biotics, especially those in the Cipro family. I actually knew a man who had two tendons tear while on that stuff.
Went to Amazon and ordered some manganese. Now it took a while, it wasn't instant, but gradually I have regained all of my flexibility. I can bend over and touch my toes while standing with no pain and putting on my boots is no longer a chore.
Pretty cheap too. The bottle I ordered was a 200 ct for under $13. They said to take double the normal dose for the first month because most people are severely lacking, then go to one a day.
The first one I wanted to mention has been a real life changer. I'm 62 and still do all of my own install work at my business....also do all the yard work at the house. A few years ago I started noticing that I was losing my range of movement, it was even getting hard to bend over and lace up my boots. Almost got stuck in an attic because I couldn't get turned around once the work was done. Didn't think much of it and figured with age comes stiffness that was only going to get worse as time went on.
It was then that I stumbled across a video which was discussing rotator cuff tears and why they were to prevalent these days. Turns out, the culprit is a simple deficiency in MANGANESE which is key in keeping your tendons flexible. Most anti-biotics strip your body of any manganese it might have had which is why certain anti-biotics, especially those in the Cipro family. I actually knew a man who had two tendons tear while on that stuff.
Went to Amazon and ordered some manganese. Now it took a while, it wasn't instant, but gradually I have regained all of my flexibility. I can bend over and touch my toes while standing with no pain and putting on my boots is no longer a chore.
Pretty cheap too. The bottle I ordered was a 200 ct for under $13. They said to take double the normal dose for the first month because most people are severely lacking, then go to one a day.
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TWiT Tech Podcast Network
Time for another AWESOME video from the TWIT Network!
View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/6UdT8b2s_Lc
Direct YouTube Link - Advanced Shader Delivery for Starting AAA Games #shorts
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View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/6UdT8b2s_Lc
Direct YouTube Link - Advanced Shader Delivery for Starting AAA Games #shorts
TWIT's Website
TWIT Live Feed
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