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U-Verse Drops ESPN 3D Without Warning
Tue Aug 02, 2011 at 10:00 AM ETTags: 3D TV, ESPN 3D, U-Verse, 3D, Industry Trends (all tags)
The television provider cites high prices and a lack of interest.
If you own a 3D television you know that the available content is already pretty limited. You can pick up 3D Blu-rays, auto convert your 2D Blu-rays or enjoy some 3D television on one of the few existing 3D channels. If you're an AT&T U-Verse subscriber your choices just got a little more limited.
Just a few nights ago, right before the end of the X-Games 3D broadcast, AT&T pulled ESPN 3D from its lineup. There was no warning - the plug just got pulled. A statement released by AT&T states that they simply decided not to renew their contract. "The price tag for ESPN 3D was too high, especially considering the low demand we've seen from customers."
One interesting factor in all of this is that AT&T was the only provider that was charging a premium for just ESPN 3D. Customers that wanted access to 3D sports had to shell out $10 a month for the privilege.
Source: Engadget
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U-Verse Customers Get HBO Go and Max Go Access
Wed Dec 01, 2010 at 02:00 PM ETTags: U-Verse, HBO (all tags)
1,200 hours of programming from the premium channels are now available to subscribers.
If you're a U-verse customer that subscribes to HBO or Cinemax, you'll be glad to know that you've now got unlimited access to HBO Go and Max Go, the online versions of HBO and Cinemax respectively.
"This latest U-verse enhancement is just one more way we’re giving U-verse TV customers access to hit TV shows in more places," says content president Dan York. "We’re proud to deliver more value to U-verse TV subscribers by offering compelling content from HBO and Cinemax online."
You'll be able to scroll up HBO and Cinemax shows and movies on your computer, accessing them whenever you like. You'll have to access the content from the HBO Go and Max Go sites, but they'll be plugged into U-verse Online in the near future.
Source: AT&T
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The Sony Movie Channel Launches on DISH, DirecTV and U-verse
Wed Oct 20, 2010 at 03:00 PM ETTags: Sony, DISH, DIRECTV, U-Verse (all tags)
It's hidden in the higher programming tiers, but it just might be worth checking out.
If you've got a hankering for some Sony movies, you're in luck. The new Sony Movie Channel is dedicated to showing Sony movies and only Sony movies.
"We're seeing a strong demand for high definition movie content," says Sony Pictures Television president Andy Kaplan. "Sony Movie Channel was designed specifically for the Hollywood movie fan, bringing our high-quality catalogue of feature films directly to viewers."
Movies are presented in HD and in uncut and uninterrupted states. Programming will be selected from over 3,500 Sony films which have won 184 Academy Awards as the company is quick to point out.
If you're a DISH subscriber, you'll get to try out the Sony Movie Channel free for the first month and can find it on channel 386. DirecTV subscribers will need to switch to 563 and U-verse subscribers can find it on 1791.
Source: PR Newswire
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AT&T U-verse Hits the Xbox 360 and Windows Phone 7
Tue Oct 12, 2010 at 10:00 AM ETTags: AT&T, U-Verse, Xbox 360 (all tags)
It's official, Xbox 360 functionality is coming, as well as an unexpected phone app that sounds very promising.
AT&T finally gave us the official word on Xbox 360 set-top functionality today, as well as adding some info on Windows Phone 7 streaming.
The 360 functionality will allow you to watch live TV, play back recorded and On Demand content as well as utilize interactive apps all while still keeping your Xbox chat and messaging going. The downside is that this added feature isn't coming free, and you'll need an AT&T technician out to install it. New customers can get the kit for $99. If you're already a customer, you'll have to shell out $55 more for installation.
Also coming in November, the U-verse Mobile app will allow any Windows Phone 7 owner access to watch U-verse television right on their phone. If you're not a U-verse subscriber, you'll have to pay $9.99 a month for the service.
Source: AT&T
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AT&T May Cut U-Verse Spending
Fri Jun 18, 2010 at 01:00 PM ETTags: AT&T, U-Verse (all tags)
If the FCC tightens regulation of internet companies, AT&T's CEO says the company may stop expanding the U-Verse service.
So, the whole net neutrality thing is happening. The FCC is going to be rolling out new regulations on internet providers that would prevent unfair practices in regards to charges, services, and practices. It's a pretty contentious issue, especially if you're the CEO of an internet provider.
"If this Title 2 regulation looks imminent, we have to re-evaluate whether we put shovels in the ground," says AT&T's Randall Stephenson. That's a bit of a threat from AT&T, saying that they'll stop expanding if the regulations hit.
That would mean that U-Verse internet would stop where it is now, and there would be no additional coverage. But it would mean that U-Verse TV and phone services stop expanding too, which could be detrimental for anyone living in a town with a single television provider.
Source: The Wall Street Journal
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