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Dish Network Launches first and only app from a TV service provider for the Apple iPad: DISH Remote Access

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:47:45 +0000

Dish Network has launched the first and only app from a TV service provider for the Apple iPad: DISH Remote Access. This app is specifically designed for the iPad that allows users to control their televisions and manage their programming remotely.

DISH Remote Access for the iPad is a fully-featured remote DVR scheduler that provides DISH Network customers with complete access to all DVR functions and features. Users can schedule DVR recordings on multiple receivers, delete timers, browse and search nine days of shows, and manage their DVR libraries by setting recording priorities, resolving recording conflicts and deleting programs they have already watched.

The DISH Remote Access app is compatible with most DISH Network SD and HD DVR receivers including the ViP 922, the world’s only DVR with built-in Sling technology.

The iPad-optimized DISH Remote Access app also includes a unique feature that transforms an iPad into a remote control for televisions connected to compatible DISH Network receivers. Using the iPad as a remote control, customers can change channels, browse the program guide, start playing recorded programs and enjoy all standard remote navigation features such as fast forward, rewind and pause.

Vivek Khemka, vice president of Customer Technology for DISH Network said “At DISH Network, we are excited about the potential of tablet computers – like the Apple iPad – to enhance the TV viewing experience and enable consumers to remain connected to their TVs everywhere.”

Dish Network To Launch EPIX HD

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:40:50 +0000

EPIX announced that it has struck distribution deal with Dish Network to launch American premium television network on Dish Network.

This is the huge deal for EPIX as it will reach 14.1 million Dish subscribers around the United States. EPIX has already signed agreement with Verizon FiOS, Cox, Charter, Mediacom and NCTC, carriage that will make the service available to consumers in over 30 million homes by May 2010.

EPIX is the premium entertainment joint venture formed by Viacom, its Paramount Pictures unit, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios and Lionsgate, which provides consumers the latest Hollywood movies, 15,000 films from three of the top motion picture libraries and cutting-edge original programming and special comedy and concert events, exclusively in HD and SD.

Mark Greenberg, President and CEO of EPIX, said, “Teaming with DISH Network to make EPIX available to its more than 14 million satellite TV customers is a major step forward for us as we expand our national footprint. DISH Network is committed to delivering the very best in HD entertainment, and recognizes that EPIX is an important part of that
experience.”

Dave Shull, Senior Vice President of Programming for DISH Network said “Partnering with EPIX underscores our ongoing commitment to deliver the very best in HD entertainment to our customers. EPIX is an important part of our increased HD channel offering and strong expansion of our movie lineup. DISH Network subscribers will now have access to exclusive programming and movie content in HD that can be found only on EPIX.”

NeuLion To Distribute Dish Network’s International TV Channels Through Broadband Service

admin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:36:34 +0000

DISH Network announced that it has signed a multi-year deal with NeuLion, Inc. Neulon is a television broadband service provider of live and on-demand, sports and variety programming internationally.

This deal will allow NeuLion to offer DISH Network’s 180 international channels in more than 28 languages using NeuLion’s IPTV service without using Satellite TV.

Neulon allow the delivery of live and on-demand content to the TV, PC and Mobile devices — offering a universal platform that connects viewers globally.

Chris Kuelling, Vice President of International Programming for DISH Network, said “As the leading multi-channel video provider of international channels in the U.S., we are excited to enhance our nationwide distribution of international content to include IPTV. We know some of our customers prefer to watch their favorite channels via satellite and others prefer broadband delivery, and we are pleased that we can now offer a solution that fits their specific needs.”

Chris Wagner, Executive Vice President of NeuLion, said “We see distinct synergies between our respective television distribution services and believe that DISH Network customers will benefit from the further reach provided by a broadband offering. We believe that the match of our technology with DISH Network’s international programming rights will greatly benefit ethnic communities in the United States.”

Dish Network Launches ‘TV Everywhere’

admin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:16:11 +0000

DISH Network has announced the launch of TV Everywhere. Dish Network’s new initiative geared around EchoStar’s Slingbox to let subscriber’s access live TV and DVR recordings over the Internet and home wireless networks on a laptop, mobile device, or anywhere in the home wirelessly.

Ira Bahr, Chief Marketing Officer for DISH Network, said “DISH Network is proud to introduce the first and only comprehensive solution for consumers to pay once for content and then remain connected to their TV everywhere. DISH Network customers will be able to enjoy their favorite live and recorded shows throughout their home and on the go, using the same program guide, menu and navigation they are familiar with on their home TV.”

Dish Network Launches Local HD in Laredo, Texas

admin — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 05:25:13 +0000

Dish Network has launched local high-definition channels in the Laredo, Texas market area on July 8. Dish Network is now offering local HD channels in 151 markets, which represents 92 percent of U.S. households.

The satcaster has recently launched local HD channels in four markets that include: Fort Wayne, La Crosse-Eau Claire, Panama City and Wausau-Rhinelander.

Dish Network Delivers Local HD Channels in Four New Markets

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:42:01 +0000

Dish Network has launched local HD channels in four new markets last week. The satcaster has added local HD channels on July 1 in following markets:

Fort Wayne, Indiana

La Crosse-Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Panama City, Florida and

Wausau-Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Dish Network stated that it offers local HD channels in 150 markets and many more to come in this year.

Dish Network Adds 30 New High-Definition Channels in Alaska

admin — Fri, 15 May 2009 08:54:57 +0000

Dish Network has announced that it has launched 30 new high-definition channels in Alaska on Thursday, May 14. Dish Network is offering more than 65 HD channels to its customers in Alaska. Dish Network subscribers signing up Dish Network’s Classic Bronze, Silver or Gold packages can add Bronze, Silver or Gold HD in Alaska will receive many of the new HD channels launched. The sat caster’s existing subscribers can also include Bronze, Silver or Gold HD to their Classic programming packages to receive these new HD channels.

Dave Shull, senior vice president of Programming for DISH Network said in a statement “As the leader in HD programming, we want to reach everyone who wants DISH Network’s best HD quality and value, so we are excited to expand our offer with even more of the industry’s best HD for the Alaskan market.”

Dish Network’s Local HD Plan For March

admin — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:23:56 +0000

Dish Network has been delivering local high-definition channels in many markets and has added in 20 markets in recent times. The satcaster has announced its plan to launch new local HD markets in March. Following are the markets where Dish Network is expected to add local HD networks in March. More on This story Here

Dish Network To Announce Fourth Quarter 2008 Financial Results

admin — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 01:52:02 +0000

Dish Network has announced that the satcaster is to host a conference call on Monday, March 2, 2009 to deliver its fourth quarter and year end 2008 financial results. Dish Network with approximately 13.78 million satellite TV subscribers delivering high-quality HD programming. DirecTV, the main competitor has already announced very good results and consumers and industry analysts are expecting Dish Networks results.

Dish Network Launches Local High-Definition Channels in Eight Markets

admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:00:30 +0000

Dish Network follows DirecTV in all aspect of expansion programs, DirecTV now moved from local HD programming to offer local PBS in HD. Dish Network is starting its local high-definition programming expansion. Dish Network has announced the launch of local HD stations in eight markets. Following are the cities where Dish now offers local HD.

Charleston, South Carolina – WSAZ, NBC affiliate

Greenville, North Carolina – WITN, NBC affiliate

Lansing, Michigan – WILX, NBC affiliate

Lexington, Kentucky – CBS affiliate

Lincoln, Nebraska – KOLN, CBS affiliate

Madison, Wisconsin – WMTV, NBC affiliate

Omaha, Nebraska – WOWT, NBC affiliate and

Waco, Texas – KWTX, CBS affiliate