Channel Charts Allow and Other Features Allow Consumers To Do Research Before Buying

Green Bay, WI -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/24/2013 -- According to statistics released by The NPD Group, the average pay-TV bill is expected to reach $123 by 2015, and upwards to $200 by 2020. With this in mind, Andrew White, author of the Xtreme Satellite TV blog says consumers have to be extremely savvy these days when it comes to choosing their satellite television company.

Says White, "The basic rivals for years now have been DISH Network and DIRECTV. Choosing between these two service providers can be quite tough, because of all of their similarities. However, there are actually a couple of main differences. We have made things simple for consumers by building channel comparison charts. Channels are going to be the most significant deciding matter for most people. Right now there are a number of additional charts that will assist also, however, the idea is for you to utilize all these charts to get your favorite channels for the lowest price."

Shopping around for the best deal and doing your homework pays off for consumers according to White. XtremeSatelliteTV blog site assists customers doing their research by allowing them to compare and contrast the two major players in the satellite television game. However, White doesn't feel you can compare cable television to satellite television. Says White, "Comparing cable and satellite is like comparing apples to oranges. They are all subscriber based TV services, however, they are very different. Satellite is virtually nationwide and cable is fragmented into many different companies and cable is usually only within city limits." While White does not talk bad about the various cable television companies, he does believe the state-of-the-art equipment consumers receive from cable companies is well worth the typical two year contracts they sign up for.

White explains about his site, saying, "Our blog is completely un-biased. I feel that's what consumers need in today's age of commercialism. The two service providers are fierce rivals and these companies would not allow any sort of slanted spin within our site. In the event that cable turns out to be a much better offer for you, then by all means, stay with cable. We just wish to help you receive the package that is optimal for you. In fact, our company wants this web site to be a research tool for its visitors and also I purposefully omitted the promotional hype."

About Xtreme Satellite TV
Xtreme Satellite TV provides an online set of comparison charts to guide consumers in the decision making process when choosing between DISH Network and DIRECTV for their television viewing company. The site provides various charts including music, Spanish, Sports, HDTV and a main comparison set of charts.

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Comparing Satellite Television Providers Becomes Easier with the Help of This Site

Amesbury, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/22/2013 -- Satellites began relaying television signals in 1962 and technology has come a long way over the past 50 years. As a result, the Satellite Industry Association reports a seven percent growth in the industry in 2012, with much of this growth occurring in the satellite television sector. "Consumers looking to move to satellite television often hesitate to do so as they are concerned about choosing the right provider. Thanks to Xtreme Satellite TV, this no longer needs to be an issue," Joseph J. Hutchcraft of Xtreme Satellite TV declares.

When comparing satellite providers, consumers need to consider various components. Channel selection remains a top priority with the top satellite providers offering similar channel selections and programming. Learn when providers evaluate programming to ensure favorite channels won't be lost mid-contract. DVR and On Demand services continue to be a priority with many subscribers and storage capacity of the digital video recorders must factor into the consumer's decision as to which company to sign with. Customer service and reliability need to factor into the decision also. "Consumers want the most for their hard earned cash. With the comparison charts and information provided by Xtreme Satellite TV, choosing the service which best meets each customer's needs now becomes easier," Mr. Hutchcraft states.

DIRECTV remains one of the youngest providers in the satellite television industry, yet quickly captured the attention of television viewers thanks to its programming, outstanding customer service, reliable signals, special offers and more. The DVR for this service comes at no charge and prices continue to be competitive and easily affordable. The one drawback noted by many customers involves the time required for installation. This does tend to be longer than seen with other satellite services. "Consumers often find the extra time is worth the wait as this provider evaluates channel listings less frequently than many other providers. This reduces the risk of viewers losing access to their favorite show mid-contract," Mr. Hutchcraft explains.

A wide range of consumers find DISH network better meets their particular needs. Dish network offers both standard and HD DVRs and offers a wide range of channels consumers love. Extensive international programming continues to be one area where this provider excels although DIRECTV offers more in terms of sports packages. Access to Video on Demand comes through Blockbuster @Home when DISH network is selected. "Consumers need to determine what they want and need from their satellite television provider. Once this step has been taken, consumers find it easy to see which provider or providers best meet their needs with the help of the comparison charts and information provided at Xtreme Satellite TV," Mr. Hutchcraft exclaims.

About Xtreme Satellite TV
Xtreme Satellite TV understands consumers want to get the most when it comes to their television viewing while paying the least possible price and strives to help site visitors do exactly that. Comparison charts help consumers move through the decision making process when choosing between the various satellite television providers. Channel lineups and packages vary greatly between providers and the site offers unbiased information about both to assist customers in choosing the right company and package for their needs at the lowest price possible.

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The Hopper Offers Features Not Seen in Other DVR Devices

Elkridge, MD -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/18/2013 -- The average American spends 37 to 40 hours a week watching TV, with 34 hours spent watching shows as they air and another three to six hours watching programs recorded on a DVR. The amount of time Americans spend watching shows on a DVR has more doubled over a four year period. "Finding the right television provider becomes of more importance when this is the case which is why many turn to Dish Network channels and the Hopper DVR," Scott B. Boyd of Xtreme Satellite TV declares.

The digital video recorder revolutionized the television viewing experience by eliminating the need for physical tapes to record programs. When first introduced, only one or two programs could be recorded using the device though which many customers found still limited their viewing choices. "With the introduction of the Hopper Whole-Home HD DVR, customers receive industry-leading technology and features not found on DVRs offered by other providers. These unique features make the Hopper the best in terms of HD DVRs offered today. Read a Dish network hopper review to understand exactly how this benefits users," Mr. Boyd states.

The Dish network hopper allows for up to 500 HD hours of recordings, thanks to the 2TB hard drive size. Six shows may be recorded at one time when Prime Time Anytime is enabled and subscribers receive access to more than 15,000 IPVOD titles. The Hopper offers Bluetooth integration, remote control locator and a great deal more. "It's no wonder customers are flocking to Dish network. Other providers don't offer the many features found with the Hopper," Mr. Boyd continues.

With the Hopper, consumers have the ability to watch HD programs and control the device in up to four rooms and live or recorded TV shows may be viewed on up to four HD TVs simultaneously. Viewers see what others are watching viewing the Hopper and up to ten movies may be downloaded each day via satellite. "These are just a few of the many features of the Dish network Hopper," Mr. Boyd informs consumers.

In addition, the Dish network Hopper comes with Primetime Anytime. This feature lets users record up to six of their favorite prime time shows simultaneously for viewing at a later time. "Access these shows using the On Demand feature for up to eight days and this doesn't use any of the DVR hard drive space. With so many features, it's no wonder more are turning to Dish Network for their television service. Check them out today as they may be just what you are looking for too," Mr. Boyd exclaims.

About Xtreme Satellite TV
Xtreme Satellite TV provides comparison charts to help consumers find the best television provider for their needs, with the goal being to find a provider that offers the channels the customer wants at the lowest price available. Services vary greatly in terms of channels and packages and comparing the various services tends to be very difficult. Xtreme Satellite TV works to make this process easier by offering side by side comparisons so consumers can easily see which provider best meets their needs and their budget.

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Elkridge, MD -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/18/2012 -- As Americans struggle to recover from recessionary times, some previous needs are now being seen as not so needed, after all. Cable and satellite TV subscriptions are being cancelled in record numbers, sending satellite television companies like DISH TV and DirectTV scrambling to come up with deals to lure customers back.

According to Scott Boyd, author of the XtremeSatelliteTV blog, "The two service providers are fierce rivals and these companies would not allow any sort of slanted spin within our site. At our blog, we've gone to great lengths to give you every thing you will need in order to make an informed decision about satellite TV. They both are offering varying specials, changing often to cater to different groups of people. Comparing cable and satellite is like comparing apples to oranges. They are all subscriber based TV services, however, they are very different. Satellite is virtually nationwide and cable is fragmented into many different companies and cable is usually only within city limits. To help differentiate between the various offerings of channels, we have come up with several different comparison charts, making it easy to compare the various players in the field."

Boyd explains the goal of his site, saying, "Our goal is to provide comparison charts that will help guide consumers in the decision making process when choosing between DISH Network and DIRECTV. Channels and package differences are the biggest variances in the two services. The only problem is comparing the two in an unbiased setting. It is next to impossible, but we think we've succeeded. It really doesn't matter to us who you choose, or if you stay with cable services."

Getting customers back to using cable or satellite services is another goal of the website. According to Boyd, "The very best area to begin is with the main channel comparison chart, because channels are going to be the most significant deciding matter for most people. Right now there are a number of additional charts that will assist also, however, the idea is for you to utilize all these charts to get your favorite channels for the lowest price."

Boyd leaves the following advice for those considering having their expanded television selections turned back on. "You almost certainly know exactly how your cable TV company is, so we will allow your particular experience by using cable television to be the standard here. One strategy I will leave you with is that by changing to satellite television, you will receive brand new state of the art hardware. Most often, this brand new hardware just costs you a two year service agreement. And that's it."

About XtremeSatelliteTV
The goal of XtremeSatellite TV is to provide consumers with comparison charts that will help guide in the decision making process when choosing between DISH Network and DIRECTV. The web site is designed to be a research tool for its visitors and purposefully omits promotional hype.

Website: XtremeSatelliteTV.com

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