RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! - Page 2

Felix The Assassin · 01-15-2009, 11:43 PM

http://www.pcworld.com/article/15782...ml?tk=rss_news

Wow, I have completely missed this. I guess since I do not have a cell, nor do I care about this hand-held broad-band, it really does not matter, to me. However, I suppose those of you who are texting instead of driving, or conversing in the store and not to me, you have already seen "your sign" from my perspective!

I heard on the national news that a group was in pursuit of banning mobile service nationwide while operating a vehicle, why stop there?! Doh! here it is: http://edition.cnn.com/2009/TECH/01/...ion_technology

My favorite place to drive? Ft. Knox. Why? Federal law, No cell phone use while driving on the installation (sans hands-free device).

Firestormalpha · 01-16-2009, 12:09 AM

I do recall Mythbusters "testing" the driving while on the phone issue. Turns out its actually worse than DWI. I'm all for a ban on cell phone devices that are not hands-free while driving.

wellard · 01-16-2009, 04:37 AM

I may be missing something here but digital set top boxes can be bought here for $40 that's about $20 US. I bought a top of the range digital box last year for about $80 US .... so what is the problem and why are the government handing out coupons?

Variol (Farseer) Elmwood · 01-16-2009, 05:27 AM

It's been illegal to talk on your cell while driving here in Nova Scotia, since last Spring.

VulcanRider · 01-16-2009, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by wellard

I may be missing something here but digital set top boxes can be bought here for $40 that's about $20 US. I bought a top of the range digital box last year for about $80 US .... so what is the problem and why are the government handing out coupons?

Because politicians just love spending tax money...

wellard · 01-16-2009, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by VulcanRider

Because politicians just love spending tax money...

Ain't that the truth.

Actually I don't mind them spending the money as long as it is worthwhile, and this is just plain trash

Bumbus · 01-18-2009, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by wellard

Actually I don't mind them spending the money as long as it is worthwhile, and this is just plain trash

Are you saying the whole thing is “trash”, as in we should not make the switch at all, or just the fact that the government issued coupons for the people who need the converter box?

It is my understanding that the switch will greatly improve the communication capabilities of the emergency services. I assume there are other reasons, but just that alone is enough for me. I also have to admit the fact that the switch will not really affect my day to day life, or anyone I know, for that matter. However, I must assume that not everyone in the country can afford or is willing to pay for Comcast, Direct TV, or whatever and regular Television has, as far as I know, always been free. Given that fact, I believe it “is” the governments responsibility to pay for, or at least pay some of, the expense that will be incurred by those who need the converter box.

I do agree with the comments about the fact that we have been given a good amount of time to prepare for the switch and it should not be delayed. I also think that anyone who has been issued a coupon should be able to use it whenever they are able or want; I don’t understand the thinking behind an expiration date on it. I also am of the opinion that the government should not have “run out” of the coupons and should continue to issue them for at least another year.

I understand that their will always be some people who will attempt to abuse something like this; I am not sure how someone could, but there are always those who seem to be able to manipulate the system to make a few extra bucks. That fact should not cause the honest, but lazy or unaware or currently unable, to miss out.

Larry_OHF · 01-27-2009, 07:54 AM

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090127/...s_dtv_congress

Well...June 12th is the new date. That's all I have to say about that.

Firestormalpha · 01-28-2009, 07:02 PM

The House shot down the bill. at least for now Feb. 17th stands.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28896344

Ilander · 01-29-2009, 10:52 AM

Thank god. I usually support the democrats on issues, but this was an idiotic move.

01-15-2009, 11:43 PM	#11
Felix The Assassin The Dreadnoks Join Date: September 27, 2001 Location: Orlando, FL Age: 61 Posts: 3,608	Re: RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! http://www.pcworld.com/article/15782...ml?tk=rss_news Wow, I have completely missed this. I guess since I do not have a cell, nor do I care about this hand-held broad-band, it really does not matter, to me. However, I suppose those of you who are texting instead of driving, or conversing in the store and not to me, you have already seen "your sign" from my perspective! I heard on the national news that a group was in pursuit of banning mobile service nationwide while operating a vehicle, why stop there?! Doh! here it is: http://edition.cnn.com/2009/TECH/01/...ion_technology My favorite place to drive? Ft. Knox. Why? Federal law, No cell phone use while driving on the installation (sans hands-free device). __________________ The Lizzie Palmer Tribute Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty. John F. Kennedy 35th President of The United States The Last Shot Honor The Fallen Jesus died for our sins, and American Soldiers died for our freedom. If you don't stand behind our Soldiers, please feel free to stand in front of them.

01-16-2009, 12:09 AM	#12
Firestormalpha Knight of the Rose Join Date: July 11, 2002 Location: Coral Springs, Fl USA Age: 40 Posts: 4,454	Re: RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! I do recall Mythbusters "testing" the driving while on the phone issue. Turns out its actually worse than DWI. I'm all for a ban on cell phone devices that are not hands-free while driving. __________________ "When you start with a presupposition, it's hard to arrive at any other conclusion." "We are never to judge a philosophy by its abuse." - Augustine "If you're wondering if God has a sense of humor, consider the platypus." http://www.greaterthings.cbglades.com

01-16-2009, 04:37 AM	#13
wellard Dracolisk Join Date: November 1, 2002 Location: Australia ..... G\'day! Posts: 6,123	Re: RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! I may be missing something here but digital set top boxes can be bought here for $40 that's about $20 US. I bought a top of the range digital box last year for about $80 US .... so what is the problem and why are the government handing out coupons? __________________ fossils - natures way of laughing at creationists for over 3 billion years

01-16-2009, 05:27 AM	#14
Variol (Farseer) Elmwood Jack Burton Join Date: May 16, 2003 Location: Dartmouth, NS Canada Age: 58 Posts: 5,634	Re: RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! It's been illegal to talk on your cell while driving here in Nova Scotia, since last Spring. __________________ A MAN WHO WANTS FOR NOTHING HAS INFINITE WEALTH. (me)

01-27-2009, 07:54 AM	#18
Larry_OHF Ironworks Moderator Join Date: March 1, 2001 Location: Midlands, South Carolina Age: 48 Posts: 14,759	Re: RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090127/...s_dtv_congress Well...June 12th is the new date. That's all I have to say about that. __________________

01-28-2009, 07:02 PM	#19
Firestormalpha Knight of the Rose Join Date: July 11, 2002 Location: Coral Springs, Fl USA Age: 40 Posts: 4,454	Re: RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! The House shot down the bill. at least for now Feb. 17th stands. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28896344 __________________ "When you start with a presupposition, it's hard to arrive at any other conclusion." "We are never to judge a philosophy by its abuse." - Augustine "If you're wondering if God has a sense of humor, consider the platypus." http://www.greaterthings.cbglades.com

01-29-2009, 10:52 AM	#20
Ilander 20th Level Warrior Join Date: December 28, 2003 Location: Kentucky Age: 38 Posts: 2,820	Re: RUN! Don't walk...from the digital television transition! Thank god. I usually support the democrats on issues, but this was an idiotic move. __________________ Is that what you really want to say?

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