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Is a 'Satellite Direct' magazine still needed?
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Posted by: scooterdoggie

As a DirecTV user new to TiVo I'm now weighing the worth of the thick 'Satellite Direct' magazine with all the channel information in it. It seems like it is worthwhile to learn about new PPV offerings, but not that much more other than some special programs it showcases.

I'm thinking about canning the subscription to the magazine (12 mos for $37.95) in favor of doing just the 'TiVo Showcase' to keep me informed. Does this seem like a good idea? How can I keep up with PPV offerings and special programs online? Any websites, links are welcome. Thanks in advance for any input on this.

Posted by: woyton

I found I wasn't using Satellite Direct about four months ago -- didn't even look at it -- and decided to allow the subscription to lapse in August. The only reason I might have kept it is for PPV listings, but I usually had to dig out the DirecTV remote and view them in the program guide to find out the showing times. I don't miss the magazine. And besides, $38 is $38.

Posted by: scooterdoggie

Good point about the $. However, are there good online TV review sites? I never thought about looking before - it may be time to check out what else is available in addition to what the TiVo Magazine is able to lead me to. In general I really like the 'Satellite Direct' highlights for upcoming shows...

Posted by: user113754

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Originally posted by scooterdoggie:
Good point about the $. However, are there good online TV review sites? I never thought about looking before - it may be time to check out what else is available in addition to what the TiVo Magazine is able to lead me to. In general I really like the 'Satellite Direct' highlights for upcoming shows...

I'v found that www.imdb.com is a good site to find out infomation about programs that is being aired, Plus I belive tvguide has an online site that has information about programs also.

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Posted by: wchittenden

I was using the DTV edition of TV Guide and cancelled the subscription. I never used it for the listings. About the only thing I read in it was Cheers and Jeers.

Posted by: jakeyd

I found I wasn't looking at it except when it arrived,so I didn't renew.

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Posted by: arjay

If you're a subscriber already and have to ask your question the answer is probably no. But I'd never post a question like that in a Forum like this.

I suscribe to the magazine and enjoy looking at all the listings conveniently displayed in a portable low tech format.

Posted by: SalBO

I also found myself not using it and let the sub die...... I dont miss it......

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