Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Special HDTV Deal from AllAmericanDirect.com - Free DVD Player


Now through October 31, 2007, get a Free Toshiba SD5000 HDMI 1080i DVD Player with the purchase of any qualifying HDTV only from AllAmericanDirect.com.

Simply visit www.AllAmericanDirect.com today to view the list of all qualifying TVs, and to find great deals on HDTVs, DVD players and recorders, and Sirius Satellite Radio. You'll also find a great selection of TV mounts and stands, as well as Monster cables and accessories to make the most of your High Def set-up.

Monday, October 15, 2007

Happy Blog Action Day! What to do with your unwanted electronics

In honor of the first official Blog Action Day, I've decided to write about electronics recycling. As I was discussing possible topics with my friends and co-workers, the this issue kept coming up. It seemed like no one really knew what to do with their old televisions and computers, or other electronics once they were ready to get rid of them.

We all have a lot of fun keeping up with the latest computer, cell-phone and television technology, but we forget how extremely wasteful it can be. As we ditch our old devices in favor of the newest model, we're left wondering what to do with the outdated version we no longer have any use for. If you're like me, my old cell phones often end up forgotten about in a drawer. But, larger items, such as TVs and computers create a different challenge due to their size. So, the question remains, "What do I do with my old electronics items"?

Chromium, Cadmium, and Lead - Oh my!

Throwing out a TV creates much more than just aggravation for you. The average CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) Television or monitor contains 4 pounds of lead, depending upon size and make. Electronics items may also contain other hazardous materials such as mercury, hexavalent chromium (found in circuit boards, batteries and CRTs), and cadmium. When these hazardous substances are not disposed of properly, they can be released into the environment. Old electronics are also beginning to consume a significant percentage of municipal waste. According to a recent study by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), electronics waste is already taking up 1 percent of the solid waste stream. And, according to a European study, electronics waste is growing at a rate 3 times as fast as other types of municipal waste.

What you can do about it - Reuse, Recycle and Reduce Electronics Waste

Reusing and Donating Electronics:

An easy way you can help reduce electronics waste is to donate your reusable electronics items. There are a ton of great places to donate your items, such as Goodwill, schools, and non-profit organizations. You'll not only be helping to preserve the environment, you'll also be benefiting your community by bringing technology to people and organizations that would not otherwise be able to afford or have access to the equipment. Also, don't forget to ask for a receipt for your tax records.

Another great way to get rid of your reusable items is to sell them at a garage or rummage sale. Many neighborhoods, churches and schools invite members to participate, or you could have your own.

Here are some examples of places to donate your reusable electronics.
Goodwill Industries - www.goodwill.org
Students Recycling Used Technology (StRUT) - www.strut.org
Learning and Information Networking for Community via Technology (LINCT) - www.linct.org
Materials Exchanges - www.epa.gov/jtr/comm/exchange.htm
Reuse Development Organization (ReDO) - www.redo.org

Recycling Electronics:

If you're not able to donate your unwanted electronics for reuse, you can recycle your old items instead. Recycling your electronics reduces the need to extract precious raw materials, as well as conserves the energy used in the manufacturing of new products. The best place to start looking for a place to recycle your items is within your local area. Your waste collection service may be able to pick up these items as part of household hazardous waste collections or special events. Otherwise, your best bet may be a local recycling drop-off center, TV repair shop, or recycling company (specializing in electronics).

Visit the sites below for help locating a recycling organization in your area.
EIA Consumer Education Initiative (CEI) - www.eiae.org
International Association of Electronics Recyclers (IAER) - www.iaer.org/search

A wiser, greener future

In order to truly make a positive environmental impact, and to gradually eliminate electronics waste, we need to change the way we consume electronics, even from the point of purchase. As consumers, we can choose to purchase environmentally preferable electronics over those that create excess waste and burn more energy. The number of products designed with environmental attributes will continue grow only if we show our preference toward these types of items.

Here are a few things you can look for when making your next electronics purchase.
• Fewer toxic components
• Recycled materials
• Energy efficiency(will display the"Energy Star" label)
• Ease of upgrading or disassembly
• Minimal packaging
• Lease or takeback options
• Recognized as environmentally preferable by independent certification groups

The EPA has a ton of great resources relating to electronics recycling if you're looking for more information. You'll find them at www.EPA.gov.

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Wednesday, October 10, 2007

DISH Network® Launches TBS IN HD

Dish Network continues to improve upon their already impressive HD channel lineup. They just announced this morning the launch of TBS in HD, which is "the exclusive HD provider of the first round of MLB playoffs."


DISH Network® Launches TBS IN HD

Customers Can Now Watch Professional Baseball Playoffs in High Definition

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Oct. 8, 2007 – DISH Network®, home of the best sports and movies in HD as well as the best HD DVR in the industry, today announced the launch of TBS in HD, the exclusive HD provider of the first round of MLB playoffs. The channel addition brings DISH Network’s national HD channel count to 48 – the most offered by any other pay-TV provider in the country.

“DISH Network is committed to providing our customers with the HD content they want, and the launch of TBS in HD – just in time for the first round of the playoffs - is a home run for baseball fans,” said Eric Sahl, senior vice president of Programming for DISH Network. “We know avid sports fans enjoy catching the games in HD because it offers an exceptional graphic picture quality and stunning surround sound that best replicates live games.”

TBS in HD, a division of Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., is one of television’s top-rated comedy networks. It serves as home to such original comedy series as My Boys, The Bill Engvall Show, Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, 10 Items or Less and Frank TV; contemporary comedies like The Office, Sex and the City, Everybody Loves Raymond, Family Guy, King of Queens, Seinfeld and Friends, with My Name Is Earl joining the line-up in 2008; specials and special events, such as Funniest Commercials of the Year and The Comedy Festival in Las Vegas; blockbuster movies; and hosted movie showcases.

TBS in HD is available on DISH Network Ch. 139 to customers who subscribe to DishHD.

The leader in high definition, DISH Network offers more than 70 HD channels including 48 national HD channels – the most in the industry – as well as HD local channels available in more than 50 percent of U.S. households, 22 Regional Sports Networks in HD and eight HD Pay-Per-View channels. DishHD is available free for six months to new customers, and new DISH Network subscribers may also receive a free upgrade to the company’s industry-leading and award-winning HD DVR receivers.



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Tuesday, October 9, 2007

Get Free Shipping on an HDTV and Support Breast Cancer Research

Now through October 15, 2007, AllAmericanDirect.com is offering Free Shipping on all Sharp brand HDTVs. This includes the stunning Sharp Aquos LC37D62U 37'' 1080P widescreen (16:9) LCD TV with built-in NTSC & ATSC tuner. Or, if you're looking for something larger, you'll want the incredible Sharp Aquos LC52D82U 52'' 1080p widescreen (16:9) LCD TV with built-in NTSC & ATSC tuner. Just visit www.AllAmericanDirect.com to check the rest of the Sharp HD TV lineup.

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October is definitely a great month to buy your new High Definition LCD TV, Plasma TV, or DLP TV! Just visit www.AllAmericanDirect.com to view the complete lineup of High Definition Televisions and accessories, DVD Players, and Sirius Satellite Radios and accessories.

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Wednesday, October 3, 2007

All American Direct Launches New Consumer Electronics Website, AllAmericanDirect.com

All American Direct, the sister company of All American Dish, a national sales partner with DISH Network, plans to launch its new website on Monday, September 17, 2007. This new site features various popular brands of consumer electronic products (such as televisions, DVD players, and other home electronics) and is being launched in order to help consumers make more informed purchasing decisions.

The website features new customer-friendly navigation, top rated products, CE related information and educational resources for the shoppers. It was developed from the viewpoint of consumers rather than retailers, showcasing a wide product selection including a variety of brands, sizes, stands, mounts, and accessories. It will even include a program that uses a series of quick questions to recommend the perfect television for the needs of the shopper.

All American Direct is an online reseller for manufacturers such as Sharp, Hitachi, Toshiba, Mitsubishi, and Sirius.

Please visit www.AllAmericanDirect.com for more information on special Consumer Electronic offers available only through All American Direct.


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Dish Network loses TV Chile; Adds TeleFormula to Dish Latino lineup

TV Chile No Longer Available – Effective October 3, 2007

Effective October 3, 2007, TV Chile, found on channel 842 in the DishLATINO package and above, will no longer be broadcast on DISH Network.

Starting October 3, customers may enjoy TeleFormula on channel number 858 which will be made available in the DishLATINO package or higher. TeleFormula is broadcast directly from Mexico and features news, sport news and entertainment 24 hours-a-day, with many of Mexico’s favorite stars. TeleFormula is exclusive via Satellite only on DishLATINO from DISH Network.

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4 New HD Regional Sports Networks Launched on DISH Network

4 New HD Regional Sports Networks Launched on DISH Network – Effective September 26, 2007

Dish Network just announced the addition of 4 new HD Regional Sports Networks, launched on September 26. With these new additions, Dish now has 22 HD Regional Sports Networks. Go Dish!

And, here they are...

CSN West HD:
Channel 359 – Teams include: Sacramento Kings

CSN Mid-Atlantic HD:
Channel 374 – Teams include: Washington Wizards, Capitals, DC United

FSN Ohio HD:
Channel 375 – Teams include: Columbus Blue Jackets, Cleveland Cavaliers

Altitude HD:
Channel 360 – Teams include: Colorado Avalanche, Denver Nuggets

DISH Network has the best in HD sports and is the leader in high definition with 70 HD channels, including 40 national HD channels – the most in the industry.

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