TV Guide Channel Launches On DISH Network, Bringing Its Distribution To Nearly 80 Million Homes - Jun 16, 2004 02:04 PM (BusinessWire) LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 16, 2004-- The Fastest-Growing Network on Television, TV Guide Channel has added more than 18 Million Homes in '04 TV Guide Channel, a network of Gemstar-TV Guide Int'l (Nasdaq: GMST) has launched on Echostar Communications Corporation's DISH Network (Nasdaq: DISH) on "America's Top 60," DISH Network's most widely-distributed programming package, as well as DISH Latino Dos and DISH Latino Max programming packages. With its launch on DISH Network, TV Guide Channel brings its total distribution to close to 80 million, with more than 18 million subscribers added so far this year. It is the fastest-growing cable network of 2004.(*) TV Guide Channel will be located on DISH Network Channel 102. Powered by one of the most recognized, trusted and valued brands in the world, TV Guide Channel's original programming is dedicated to providing comprehensive television guidance information, including top TV picks for every hour of primetime. Headquartered in the heart of Hollywood, the network's programming also brings viewers an eclectic array of entertainment news and features, compelling celebrity interviews, talk shows, and original specials that take viewers from backstage to the red carpet. In addition to bringing DISH Network customers a trusted guide to the best of "what's on," TV Guide Channel's smart technology platform and flexible customization provides DISH Network with a valuable medium through which to communicate with customers. TV Guide Channel is the only network with the ability to provide around-the-clock, call-to-action opportunities to promote new and exclusive programming packages, services, and sign-up offers. ... - http://finance.lycos.com/home/news/story.asp?story=41999123 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You can UNSUBSCRIBE from the OpenDTV list in two ways: - Using the UNSUBSCRIBE command in your user configuration settings at FreeLists.org - By sending a message to: opendtv-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the word unsubscribe in the subject line.