NBC offers $.99 TV downlaods via DirecTV
In the wake of the 5th generation iPod, more commonly referred to as “the video iPod,” ABC has begun selling $1.99 TV show downloads via iTunes. NBC has announced a similar move, allowing $.99 downloads over DirecTV’s DVR box. Why anyone with a DVR would pay $.99 for a show when they can already record it for free is beyond me, but they’re doing it anyway. I’m sure this is just the beginning and the kinks will be worked out as things develop. Not to be out done, CBS announced it would be offering $.99 downloads over Comcast cable.
“Beginning in January, Comcast Digital Cable customers in markets served by CBS owned-and-operated television stations (including the top 7 US markets)will be able to view episodes of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, NCIS, Survivor and The Amazing Race on Comcast’s ON DEMAND service. The on-demand programs will be available as early as midnight following their broadcast on the CBS television network. Each episode will cost 99 cents, and customers will be able to view the episodes anytime they want for up to 24 hours from the time they order them. Certain Comcast systems also may make CSI and NCIS available ON DEMAND in high-definition for customers with HD-enabled Comcast digital cable set-top boxes.”
