DISH Subscribers To Get Free Programming in January
As if excellent picture quality and unparalleled programming options were not enough, it just got even better to be a DISH Network customer. From now until the end of January, DISH customers will receive nine channels completely free. These nine channels are normally subscriber-only channels and do not come with basic DISH Network packages:
These are the channels that customers will be able to enjoy free for the next two weeks:
- The military channel- this channel takes viewers "behind the lines" of modern day military activity, military technology and real-life-combat.
- The investigation channel- this channel delves deep into investigations featuring real-life people.
- Bravo - this channel features many popular shows including 'The Real Housewives' and 'Top Chef All Stars'.
- Oxygen- this channel is intended specifically for women and features popular shows including the 'Bad Girls Club'.
- Independent Film Channel- this off-beat channel features alternative programming including 'The Onion News Network,' which is based on the popular online new source.
- Encore Movie Pack- this station regularly broadcasts a broad range of movies including comedies, dramas and westerns.
- Hallmark Channel- this station is primarily geared toward women and features shows including 'Reba' and 'Golden Girls'.
- Hallmark Movie Channel- This station regularly broadcasts made-for-TV movies based on family issues and relationships.
All of these stations will be available to customers who subscribe to at least DISH's America's Top 120 package. The majority of the stations will be available until Feb. 1. However, the Encore Movie Pack Channel will only be available until Jan. 25.
If you watch these channels over the next two weeks and find that you like the programming, make sure that you upgrade your package to get full access to these stations!
DISH Customers To Get a Dose of Sports Reality
Showtime, a premium DISH Network channel, recently announced that they have teamed up with the San Francisco Giants to air a reality series about the real lives of the professional baseball players. The series, which is currently untitled, will premiere around the beginning of the MLB season in March and regular episodes will commence during the second half of the baseball season.
Crews are currently following every step the team is making and will continue filming for a total of 10 months in order to capture enough footage for the first season of the show. Crews are following the players and the team's managers during practice, games and press events. They are also capturing the personal lives off the players off the field and many of the families of players will also appear on the show.
Showtime began talks with a number of baseball teams last year in hopes of starting a show featuring one of them. It became clear after the Giants won the World Series that they would be a great choice because of their talented players, team unity and dedicated fans.
Even though reality television has been popular for a number of years, this is the first time that a reality show has been centered on a professional sports team. Something tells me that if this show is popular we will soon be seeing an influx of shows on basketball, boxing, hockey, football and very other sport imaginable.
Be sure to check your local listings come March so that you do not miss out on this exciting new series.
Things to Love About DISH Network's 'Everything' Pak
If you are a die-hard television lover, you want more stations and more features than the average cable or satellite television package can offer. Many typical packages only feature the most popular cable stations and have less-than-comprehensive programming options. You will likely end up missing many of your favorite shows or turning to expensive online resource such as Netflix to get your TV fix.
Luckily, DISH Network has a solution for even the most dedicated TV fans. DISH's 'Everything' Pak gives customers exactly what they want, right when they want it. When you get the 'Everything' Pak you do not have to worry about lack of programming or being unable to find your favorite stations and shows. Because hundreds of stations will be right at your fingertips, you will be able to spend hours and hours enjoying an unparalleled television viewing experience.
Here are some reasons why DISH's 'Everything' Pak may be right for you:
- Access to 31 commercial-free movie channels including Showtime, HBO and Cinemax.
- Sports fanatics can enjoy NBA TV and your regional sports network.
- Access to over 295 premium television stations including all of the great programming available in America's Top 250 Package.
If you are completely new to DISH Network, January is a great time to consider signing up for DISH's 'Everything' Pak. You will be eligible for some great rewards including $15 off your bill every month for the first year, free HD for life and up to 3 HD receivers for no cost.
Why It's a Fantastic Time to Become a DISH Customer
It has never been a better time to become a DISH Network customer. Whether you are completely new to satellite television or are considering switching over from DirecTV or cable television, DISH is currently offering many incentives to new customers that put them a step above the competition.
Now until the end of January DISH Network is offering some amazing rewards for new customers who sign a new 24 month contract for any one their packages. DISH has a package out there to meet every lifestyle and budget. With packages starting at just $25 a month, everyone can afford to enjoy a superior television watching experience through DISH Network.
Here are some of the rewards you will receive if you sign up for DISH Network during the month of January:
- Receive HD free for life. Get the $10/month HD fee waived for as long as you are with DISH Network.
- $15 off your bill every month. So, if you sign up for America's Top 200 package, which is usually $54.99 a month, you will only pay $39.99 a month. This offer is good for the entire first year of your contract.
- Get premium channels HBO and Showtime completely FREE for 3 months.
- Get a FREE upgrade to an HD DVR and get up to 3 HD receivers completely free.
- FREE installation
This offer is valid with America's Top 120 ($24.99/mo), America's Top 200 ($39.99/mo) and America's Top 250 ($49.99/mo) packages. Theses offers are also valid with America's "Everything" Pak, and DishLATINO Dos or Max.
In addition to the exclusive offers mentioned above, you can rest assured that when you sign up for DISH Network you will be getting excellent customer service, superior picture quality and access to the widest range of programming currently available.
'Off the Map' Makes a So-So Debut on DISH
'Off the Map' made its highly-anticipated debut on ABC on DISH Network on Wednesday, Jan. 12. The medical drama made a so-so debut, pulling in about 7.5 million viewers. Considering that other medical dramas- including 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Private Practice'-premiered at 16.3 and 14.4 million viewers respectively, 7.5 is rather dismal.
Some people think (well, rather hope) that President Obama might be the reason behind the mediocre ratings. Obama's live speech from the memorial service to honor the Arizona shooting victims interrupted television programming for the entire night. While this had an effect on ratings for all of the major television networks including NBC and CBS, ABC was the only network premiering a new series.
Obama's speech pushed back the premiere of 'Off the Map' to an entirely new, less-coveted timeslot. After the speech and a new episode 'Modern Family' the show finally premiered at 10 PM EST. Despite the mediocre viewership of the premiere episode, the plot of the new show is likely promising enough to keep the show going for at least a season or two.
The premiere episode found three young doctors-Lilly Brenner, Tommy Fuller and Mina Minard-leaving everything behind (including some personal demons) to start over in the jungles of South America. They are met by the three veteran doctors- Ben Keeton, Otis Cole and Zita Alvarez-that run the understaffed medical clinic.
Plenty of drama happens in the first episode that is likely to keep viewers coming back. We witnessed coconut water being used instead of blood for an IV, a tourist being cut from a zip line above the jungle and natives needing every kind of medical care imaginable.
The location is exotic and the cast is attractive, everything that seems to be essential for a winning show. If the writers can keep the lives of the characters appealing enough without being overly cliché, I think we might have a hit on our hands.
We will have to wait and see what happens.
