For current DISH Network Customers ONLY

Lots of people still have standard definition televisions, but you really cannot walk into a Walmart, or Target and buy a standard definition TV anymore. You're going to be face to face with all HDTVs.

By now you're probably seen the commercials for "Free HD for Life." As a DISH customer you've probably wondered, "Do I get that?". The answer is yes! But you need to contact DISH for that, and not a Retailer (like us). Or, you can just visit DISH's site and sign up for it there. Or, read this article which describes the promotion for new and existing customers: FREE HD FOR LIFE - first with DISH Network - a new promotion starting today!

Well, why should I just switch to Directv then? They'll offer me new-customer deals.

That may be true, and you're certainly entitled to do so if you want, but there are a few things to keep in mind. DISH is crushing Directv in HD Content, read here for the whole story: How many HD Channels are there? How many HD channels does DISH Network or Directv actually offer? So, if HD is not that important to you, and that article doesn't say it all, then price is probably a pretty big deal for you. They advertise fairly low prices, but they don't include anything in those price, and they literally double in the second year. Not a small jump, but a $29 dollar per month jump. That's pretty big. So, be careful before you make the swicth, it could end up being worse for you.

New customers are getting discounts on their bill. I want to lower my monthly bills too!

We fully understand and appreciate that argument. But chances are when you first sign up for the service you experienced some discounts too. Offer a discount to new customers is a very common and well-accepted practice in the service industry. Cell phone companies, Security Alarm comapnies, High Speed Internet pservice providers, heck even lawn care services and personal trainers will often offer discounted rates to new customers. But at some point these companies need their customers to remain loyal and pay the regular rate.

When a service provider discounts its rates for new customers they are not making money. They are betting that you'll enjoy the service enough to keep it, and begin paying the regular rates. So, while DISH will offer you some pretty awesome promotions, as a current customer, they cannot just cut the cost of your package.

What happened to ESPN Classic? I used to have it, now I don't ...

ESPN Classic has been moved to the Multi-Sports Pack. You can call customer service and have this added to your account for only $7 per month. If you would like to learn more about why this happened, read this article: DISH Network Moves ESPN Classic from Top 200 to the Multi-Sports Pack

I've heard alot about the ViP 922 SlingLoaded HD-DVR Receiver. How do I get one?

This is truly a revolutionary receiver, and as an existing customer, you can get one for a pretty good rate. Read more about the 922 here: DISH Network's ViP922 SlingLoaded HD-DVR is here! Watch DISH TV anywhere.. So, if you're interested in adding one to your account, again, just give customer service a call.