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Ask Engadget HD: Can I subscribe to a service for just HDTV channels?
So you're considering fiber, satellite or cable TV, but don't want to pay for any channels that aren't available in HDTV. Barring a provider switching to full a la carte pricing overnight, we're only aware of TurboHD for that kind of service, but even that comes with drawbacks. Still, James knows what he won't watch, and that's anything in less than 720p, let's check out his question: "As always I love the site and the podcast, but I was hoping to draw on some knowledge. Are there any service providers, cable, online, etc. that provide HD only content packages? I really am not in love with the idea of paying for content I'll never watch, which is all of the SD content. Do I have any options? Or is this a pipe dream for the future? I live in John's Creek (Atlanta), GA." So, for the discriminating viewer, is TurboHD the best (or only) option? Let us know in the comments how James can get the most value for what he's interested in. Got a burning question that you'd love to toss out for Engadget HD (or its readers) to take a look at? Tired of Google's blank stares when you ask for real-world experiences? Hit us up at ask at engadgethd dawt com and keep an eye on this space -- your inquiry could be next.
DISH Network details HD only TurboHD packages
Good on you, DISH Network. Rather than sitting idly by while everyone already knows that 17 new HD channels are coming in August, the satcaster has pushed out a press release making the newcomers official. 'Course, you didn't really expect DISH to push aside the opportunity to trumpet its pending leap to 100+ high-def stations, did you? Nevertheless, those 17 that we mentioned earlier today are indeed coming on August 1st, but what we didn't know was how exactly the long-rumored HD only packages would work. Also beginning on August 1st, the handful of TurboHD packages -- which will deliver only high-definition channels -- will be available with or without locals starting at $24.99 and topping out at $49.99. Check out the read link for more details. Oh, how we long for the day where HD only packages are commonplace across carriers.
DISH Network adds HD only package
Devout HD fans don't have a problem spending money -- in fact they'll usually spend whatever it takes on the latest HDTV or HD Movie player -- but paying for all those SD channels that are useless 'cause they don't have HD programming can really get under your skin. Luckily DISH Network is listening, and starting February 1st there will be a new package that only includes HD channels -- more specifically, it includes all HD channels within dishHD Ultimate, excluding HD regional sports networks -- and the best news of all is, as you'd expect it's less expensive at $29.00 a month. But if you can't let go of your South Park addiction don't worry, as there are is also a new dishHD Essential plan that might work out better for you. This great news combined with Dish's 100/100 plan could once again make Dish the HD leader.Read - dishHD only.Read - dishHD Essential.
