DISH to take over Sling TV
OK, so it actually gets less confusing. DISH has always had a strong relationship with a company called EchoStar. In fact DISH was once part of the EchoStar family, until it was spun off in 2008. At that…
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Will a DIRECTV C61K Genie Client work with a regular HDTV?
Yes, it works, but it nags you. DIRECTV’s C61K 4K Genie Mini Client will work with a non-4K TV, almost as well as it works with a 4K TV. I have personally confirmed this. However, there…
NOW IN STOCK: DISH AirTV
A streaming box for people who love free TV. Obviously you have a lot of choices for streaming hardware, but there’s just one that combines the power of Android TV (and pretty much every app you…
Can you cut the cord and still watch sports?
Can you do without your favorite team? As sports programming gets more and more expensive, you may have to make choices. It’s a sad but true fact that even though sports teams play in stadiums funded…
STREAMING SATURDAY: What is The OA About?
Netflix’s The OA asks viewers to “trust in the unknown.” After watching the pilot episode, that’s exactly what I did with the streaming service’s future hit. Stuart Sweet challenged me to watch the first episode of The OA and…
When it comes to antennas… Location, Location, Location
The location of the antenna is one of the most important elements of signal reception for radio waves. DTV is using the same frequencies for the stations as before except that channels below 7 are no…
EXCLUSIVE UNBOXING: EyeTV U6 Antenna Adapter for Mac
Watching live TV on your Mac has never been easier! Watch live, pause, and even set recordings on your Mac using this EyeTV U6 Antenna Adapter. It works with virtually any antenna, indoors or outdoors,…
AT&T reports fourth quarter earnings
Good, but not as good. AT&T had a pretty good fourth quarter last year, but for shareholders who still remember the way things were back in the DIRECTV days, things were a little less shiny and…
When will DIRECTV SWM be required?
It kinda, already is. DIRECTV’s SWM system, in use since 2008, allows for a single wire to go to every receiver, client or DVR. Using the older “legacy” system you needed one line for every…
Tech Choice 1200 Lumen Flashlight
A flashlight is something that every home needs. This Tech Choice 1200 Lumen flashlight is bright, durable, and economical… in short, it’s the perfect flashlight. It’s amazing how much Tech Choice has packed into this tiny flashlight….
AT&T to reveal fourth quarter results
AT&T is expected to reveal its 4th quarter 2016 results in a conference call taking place later today. Unlike the DIRECTV days, the new corporate overlords prefer to make financial disclosures quietly, usually after the stock…
Check out the Solid Signal FAQ library!
Solid Signal has always been the best place to go to get your questions answered. Now, we’re completely revising our “FAQ” Frequently Asked Questions library with new designs, new answers, and tons of new content! Bookmark…
Monoprice USB Digital Microscope
Need a microscope for your kid’s science class or for your own needs? We highly recommend this technologically advanced yet affordable Monoprice USB Digital microscope. How It Works The Monoprice USB microscope is light years ahead of those…
Get in on the future of over-the-air television NOW!
The biggest trend in antenna TV today is streaming. That may not make sense, but it really looks like by the end of the year, there will be tons of different alternatives to add live TV…
Commissioner Ajit Pai to (probably) head FCC
On Friday, one of the lesser-noticed transitions in government took place as Tom Wheeler stepped down from his position as chair of the FCC. Mr. Wheeler would have been within his rights to continue for some…