DIRECTV Launches 3D HD Content!

3D content is currently available from DIRECTV! They have recently launched their first HD 3D content, ESPN 3D, on June 11, 2010. Since then, they've launched n3D, a dedicated 3D network, as well as 3D HD Pay Per View and DIRECTV CINEMA™ features. Additionally, they also provide 3D content available to watch instantly.

The following channels are currently available in 3D HD:

Channel 103 n3D™ Powered by Panasonic
Channel 104 DIRECTV CINEMA™ in 3D (Pay Per View)
Channel 105 3D Content to Watch Instantly
Channel 106 ESPN 3D

As of now, the new DIRECTV HD 3D programming platform offers 3D DIRECTV CINEMA™ content focused on movies, documentaries and other programming; a channel with 3D content available to watch instantly; a free channel called DIRECTV n3D™ powered by Panasonic, featuring event programming such as sports, music and other content; and ESPN 3D featuring top-flight sporting events in 3D.

What is n3D all about you ask? Well, n3D™ is DIRECTV’s new 24/7 3D channel powered by Panasonic. It delivers the best 3D shows, movies and sports from AEG/AEG Digital Media, CBS, Fox Sports/FSN, Golden Boy Promotions, HDNet, MTV, NBC Universal and Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.

How can you start enjoying this new 3D experience? With the right equipment, all DIRECTV HD customers will be able to experience this new frontier in television entertainment at no extra charge. The required equipment includes an HD DirecTV receiver, a 3D television and 3D glasses. Although other 3D TVs are available, they strongly recommend you purchase one of the following compatible 3D TV models listed below to allow for a seamless 3D integration experience.

• Panasonic (Model TC-P50VT25, TC-P54VT25, TC-P58VT25, and TC-P65VT25 )
• Samsung (Model LN55C750R2F, LN46C750R2F, UN55C9000ZF, UN46C8000XF, UN46C9000ZF, UN55C8000XF, UN55C7000WF, UN46C7000WF, UN40C7000WF, PN50C7000YF, PN58C7000YF, PN63C7000YF, PN50C8000YF, PN58C8000YF, PN63C8000YF)
• Mitsubishi All models require the 3DA-1 adapter from Mitsubishi. (TV Models WD-57833, WD-60638, WD-60735, WD-60737, WD-60738,WD-60C8, WD-60C9, WD-60C10, WD-65C8, WD-65C9, WD-65C10, WD-73C8, WD-73C9, WD-73C10, L65-A90, L75-A81, L75-A91, WD-65638, WD-65735, WD-65736,WD-65737,WD-65738, WD-65833, WD-65835, WD-65837, WD-65838, WD-73638, WD-73735, WD-73736, WD-73737, WD-73738, WD-73833, WD-73835, WD-73837, WD-73838, WD-82737, WD-82738, WD-82837, WD-82838)
• Sony (Models XBR-52LX900, XBR-60LX900)
• LG (Model 47LX6500, 47LX9500, 55LX6500, 55LX9500)

Current HDMI cables are 3D compatible. The HDMI cable must be connected directly between the DIRECTV receiver and the 3D TV. Give us a call today toll-free at 1-888-821-0936 or visit our homepage for more details and ordering information.

*Supported 3D televisions may also need a firmware upgrade. Please check with your television manufacturer to ensure you have the latest firmware version for your 3D-HD television model.

DISH Network Debuts ViP 922 SlingLoaded HD DVR Receiver!

The new ViP 922 SlingLoaded DISH Network Receiver will revolutionize the way that you watch TV. More than just a top of the line HD DVR, the DISH ViP 922 gives you the ability to access your TV from just about anywhere. In the past, "time-shifting" was the hot new thing, letting you watch your favorite TV shows at your convenience by recording them to view later. Now, get ahead of the curve and start "placeshifting!" View your favorite shows not only when it is convenient for you, but where it is convenient for you with the ViP 922.

All you need is a broadband internet connection to see any program live or recorded on your DVR. You can connect to your new DISH ViP 922 with a number of approved mobile devices, including laptops, the iPhone, iPod Touch and your iPad to watch your TV from anywhere with TV Everywhere. Never miss a big play when you watch football games in the mall from your mobile device using your ViP 922 DISH Network Receiver! Click here to learn how to get one for yourself today!

DISH Network Integrates Seamlessly with Google TV

DISH Network has announced that their Google TV™ solution is now available to their customers for the lowest price on the market: $179. By combining robust search capabilities and all the content of the Web with DISH Network's onscreen programming data, DVR and Video on Demand features, DISH Network delivers a seamless entertainment experience resulting in the most advanced integration of Google TV available anywhere.

Only DISH Network customers will have access to the most fully-featured Google TV experience possible, which includes a unique pairing protocol for simultaneous search capabilities across Web and DVR content, as well as DISH Network’s VOD programming. Customers can now surf the Web, check email, interact with social media, and find additional online television content all without getting up from their television.

“Google TV makes the Web another channel on your TV by bringing the Internet together with the TV programming you know and love," said Rishi Chandra, lead product manager for Google TV. "We're excited to work with DISH Network to bring an enhanced Google TV experience to its subscribers so they can find even more content to watch - whether on their DVR, TV or the Web.”

DISH Network’s Google TV solution, which requires a DVR integration service of $4 per month, includes the Logitech Revue™ with Google TV™, a small set-top box available for a special price of $179 (MSRP $299) – an exclusive deal for DISH Network customers. The Google TV experience is compatible with DISH Network ViP series HD DVR satellite TV receivers including the ViP 622, ViP 722, ViP 722k, and Vip 922.

Existing customers can order by logging in to their DISH Network account at www.dish.com. If you don't already subscribe to DISH Network you may do so by visiting www.tvasap.com or by calling 1-888-953-5644. Equipment will be shipped directly to the customer. After the Revue is connected, a helpful onscreen wizard will walk you step-by-step through the easy setup process.

DISH Network also makes its enhanced Google TV experience available to customers who purchase a Logitech Revue or Sony Internet TV powered by Google TV from retail outlets. However, the special $179 offer is only available when customers order directly from DISH Network. For more information about DISH Network’s Google TV solution, visit www.tvasap.com/googletv.

Click here to view an online demonstration.

DISH Network and Fox reach an agreement.

Perhaps you've heard that DISH Network and Fox were having problems ironing out a deal for the satellite provider to continue carrying programming from the broadcasting giant? Well, have no fear! The two side have ironed out a deal that will ensure that DISH Network's customers continue to receive their Fox programming without the rate hike that Fox was threatening to force DISH to pass on to their customers. Terms of the deal are still unknown, but it's not like that effects us average Joes anyway.

DIRECTV drops popular G4 channel.

DIRECTV has recently dropped the popular G4 channel from their service. The G4 channel is the best place to find all the latest news from the increasingly popular world of video games. Needless to say, many DIRECTV viewers are now very unhappy. The best solution for them would be to switch to DISH Network. Not only would they save money on their monthly bill, but they would get their G4 programming back. G4 is available on DISH Network channel 191.

Introduction

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Discovery Kids channel becomes Hub!

For anyone that hasn't already seen this, the channel formerly known as Discovery Kids is now called The Hub. This is actually a really great channel that everyone in the family will most likely enjoy watching at one time or another. They have brought back many great, classic shows and cartoons that you can't find anywhere else. Classics like Family Ties, The Wonder Years, Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, and Doogie Howser M.D., along with cartoon icons like the original G.I. Joe and Transformers. Check it out today on DISH Network channel 179 or DIRECTV channel 294. The Hub is a joint venture between Discovery Communications and Hasbro. The channel is available in DISH Network's America's Top 250 and America's 'Everything" Pak, and can be found in DIRECTV's CHOICE XTRA, CHOICE ULTIMATE, or PREMIER Package.