DISH Network announced today that it has added four new high-def channels, including one that is making its national debut: HGTV HD. The other three are NFL Network HD, National Geographic Channel HD and Starz HDTV.
NatGeo HD is currently only available on Verizon FiOS TV, so the DISH deal represents its first major distribution deal on a nationwide basis. My guess is that the NatGeo's programming will be very well received in high-def, similar to Discovery HD Theater or certain shows on PBS HD.
Customers who subscribe to DishHD Bronze or higher will now have access to both HGTV HD and NFL Network HD. National Geographic Channel HD is available to subscribers of DishHD Gold or higher and will be available to all DishHD customers in a free preview on Ch. 9429 until July 7, 2006. DishHD customers who subscribe to the Starz Movie Pack or DishHD Platinum will now get Starz HDTV.
DISH Network is now offering a free equipment upgrade to customers leasing its standard HD receiver. In addition, the up-front lease fee for DISH Network's HD digital video recorder satellite TV receiver has been reduced to $199.99, down from $299.99.
New customers can also save $200 if they subscribe to DishHD Bronze or higher through DISH Network's HD Bonus promotion combined with its current $100 Back offer. To take advantage of the HD Bonus promotion, new customers must submit a redemption form with their first bill to receive the benefits, which in turn provides a $20 credit on each subsequent bill for 10 months. Both the discounted lease upgrade fees and the HD Bonus will run through Jan. 31, 2007.
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