FUN FRIDAY: Stupid Cats
Look, I’m not the first one to say it. This year hasn’t exactly been easy for a lot of people. And here we are, finally at the end of it, at least in the last month…
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Yes, DIRECTV is raising prices again. What will you do?
The yearly price increase tango has been with us over a decade. It’s outlasted DIRECTV’s stewardship by three different companies and it shows no sign of stopping. Surely you’ve already heard that prices on DIRECTV service…
THROWBACK THURSDAY: Millennial Tech
I pick on millennials a lot. But I shouldn’t considering they’ll run the world when I retire. If you’re one of that magic generation born between 1980 and 1995, who grew up with participation medals, tamagotchis,…
Slow playlist? Empty Playlist? DIRECTV customers, you’re not alone.
It’s not just you. Many people have reported that their playlists are very slow to respond, or they get an empty list for up to five seconds on their DIRECTV DVRs. This seems to boil down…
Keep snow off the dish… with a garden hose?
Some folk wisdom tells us that a cheap way to keep snow off your dish is to spray it thoroughly with a garden hose. In fact, this does sometimes work. Water from the hose is warmer…
In case you’re bored… Randall Stephenson speaks Dec. 6
Sometimes I miss the old days. Back when DIRECTV was its own entity and run by firebrands like Chase Carey and Mike White, conference calls were always a thrill. Oh, the prepared comments were boring of…
FUN FRIDAY: Robot “Goes Rogue?”
Finally, after years of warnings from sci-fi writers and conspiracy theorists, the robot revolution is finally here. Well… not really. The story of the “rogue robot” at the Chinese tech trade show sounds a lot…
Free Preview of almost all premium channels on DIRECTV this weekend!
Now there’s something to be thankful for. DIRECTV has opened up pretty much every premium channel for this weekend, so get started bingeing on Westworld and all of the other great premium content out there. Recordings you make during…
Before you buy that cheap 4K TV…
If you’re looking for bargains this year, you’re certainly going to be tempted by some of the 4K TVs you’re seeing in holiday ads. I’ve seen a 50″ 4K TV advertised for under $300, which is…
Will putting up those lights burn down the house?
If you’re like most people you’re thinking of using a bit more electricity this time of year. No matter what your belief system, you may be considering decorating the outside of your home and most likely…
Consumer Electronics Equipment for Holiday Trips
The holidays mean long road trips for many people each year. Make sure you have the consumer electronics equipment you need for your holiday trip. Is a trip to Aunt Bertha’s for a holiday dinner in…
Is this the “Golden Age” of wireless?
Anyone else remember this record? It’s actually one of the first actual CDs I bought, back when buying a CD was an incredibly forward-thinking thing to do. But that’s not the point of this article, not…
REVIEW: DIRECTV 4K (Late 2016)
As we inch closer to 2017, it’s time to take another look at 4K and answer the question, “Is DIRECTV still the place to be for 4K?” After launching with a lot of fanfare this past…
STREAMING SATURDAY: Is Netflix Slipping?
As the streaming services continue to battle for market share, it appears that the crown has begun to slip from Netflix’s head. While Netflix remains the most popular streaming service, its position has been on…
Problems with DIRECTV Mobile DVR? You’re not alone
DIRECTV’s Mobile DVR service is a great idea. It took the best parts of what used to be known as GenieGO, including the ability to copy content from your DVR to your phone, and built it…