Sony Electronics said it is now shipping a trio of previously announced “set-back” link modules for its Bravia televisions including, the wireless link, DVD link and input link modules. Circuitry in the TV attachments integrates directly into the television’s menu system to deliver a variety of add-on applications, capabilities and services that are said to be easy to set up, find and use. Sony’s wireless link module (DMX-WL1), which ships in October at a street price of about $800, is a two-piece system that wirelessly transmits high-definition video (up to 1080i) and audio to compatible Bravia TVs.
DirecTV Expands Original Content Offerings - TWICE
DirecTV is expanding its role as a content provider this fall through its 101 Network, offering a selection of top-quality programming including the premiere of the third season of “Friday Night Lights” and its new companion show, “Live From Dillon.” The 101 network is also delivering a new season of returning shows, including “Supreme Court of Comedy” and “Rock & A Hard Place,” and a sneak preview of the new original series from Starz! Entertainment, “Crash.” All programming is presented commercial-free and in HD.
Dish, AT&T Agree To One-Month Extension On Reseller Deal - MCN
Dish Network and AT&T have agreed to extend their deal, under which AT&T markets the satellite operator’s services in certain regions, until Jan. 31, 2009. In July, the direct-broadcast satellite operator said the five-year-old agreement with AT&T would expire Dec. 31, 2008. Previously, the telco said it would offer Dish in all territories to customers where its U-verse TV service is not available, including the nine states where BellSouth had resold DirecTV.
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