Da-Chief
05-24-2008, 14:22
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The New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/24/technology/24cable.html?_r=1&adxnnl=1&oref=slogin&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss&adxnnlx=1211637940-mK0AzgDGeA9tmQ1bckIiwQ) has an article today about the rising cost of cable television in comparison to so much other technology out there in the market. They point out that advances in technology have lowered prices on everything from mobile phones to music players but that the costs of cable continue to go up even as alternatives (like Internet TV) become increasingly available. In response, the cable industry says that you re really getting more for your money. "The industry says the digital era has brought its customers better image quality, more on-demand services and solid value through packages that combine cable, phone and Internet service. It also says consumers are actually getting more viewing value for their dollar, at least relative to inflation. The National Cable & Telecommunications Association says that from 1998 to 2006, the price consumers paid for each viewing hour was essentially flat."
One theory is that people are willing to pay a higher price for cable because of the simplicity of the service; in comparison with newer technology it may be easier and more convenient to use. However, a changing economy could spark interest in less expensive technologies.
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The New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/24/technology/24cable.html?_r=1&adxnnl=1&oref=slogin&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss&adxnnlx=1211637940-mK0AzgDGeA9tmQ1bckIiwQ) has an article today about the rising cost of cable television in comparison to so much other technology out there in the market. They point out that advances in technology have lowered prices on everything from mobile phones to music players but that the costs of cable continue to go up even as alternatives (like Internet TV) become increasingly available. In response, the cable industry says that you re really getting more for your money. "The industry says the digital era has brought its customers better image quality, more on-demand services and solid value through packages that combine cable, phone and Internet service. It also says consumers are actually getting more viewing value for their dollar, at least relative to inflation. The National Cable & Telecommunications Association says that from 1998 to 2006, the price consumers paid for each viewing hour was essentially flat."
One theory is that people are willing to pay a higher price for cable because of the simplicity of the service; in comparison with newer technology it may be easier and more convenient to use. However, a changing economy could spark interest in less expensive technologies.
read comment(s) (http://www.dslreports.com/shownews/Cost-of-Cable-Continues-To-Rise-Despite-Technological-Advances-94707)
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