Washington, D.C. (October 16, 2008) -- DIRECTV is scheduled to add Fox News Channel HD on Friday, according to industry sources.
The channel, a simulcast of Fox News' standard-def channel, has been long awaited by DIRECTV subscribers. By example, TVPredictions.com readers have sent dozens of e-mails and posted numerous message board comments demanding that the channel be added.
Fox News' Megyn Kelly will now be in HD on DIRECTV.
However, DIRECTV has been focused lately on adding local high-def channels in more markets across the country. The satcaster has added just a handful of new high-def networks in recent weeks, although it did add nearly 20 Pay Per View channels in HD.
DIRECTV already carries several news channels in high-def, including CNN, Fox Business Channel, CNBC and The Weather Channel. Fox News Channel HD will be on DIRECTV's channel 360.
DIRECTV says it now offers 130 HD channels, more than any other TV provider.
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The channel, a simulcast of Fox News' standard-def channel, has been long awaited by DIRECTV subscribers. By example, TVPredictions.com readers have sent dozens of e-mails and posted numerous message board comments demanding that the channel be added.
Fox News' Megyn Kelly will now be in HD on DIRECTV.
However, DIRECTV has been focused lately on adding local high-def channels in more markets across the country. The satcaster has added just a handful of new high-def networks in recent weeks, although it did add nearly 20 Pay Per View channels in HD.
DIRECTV already carries several news channels in high-def, including CNN, Fox Business Channel, CNBC and The Weather Channel. Fox News Channel HD will be on DIRECTV's channel 360.
DIRECTV says it now offers 130 HD channels, more than any other TV provider.
Comment on this article!
Also see:
Fox News' Courtney Friel: Today's HD Hottie
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