ENGLEWOOD, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– DISH accepted its first bitcoin payment this week as the payment option is now available for all DISH customers through mydish.com. Today’s inaugural bitcoin transaction follows DISH’s recent announcement that DISH customers could pay their monthly bill with bitcoin starting in the third quarter.

Austin and Beccy Craig, the stars of a new documentary film “Life on Bitcoin,” were the first DISH customers to pay with the digital currency. The Craigs spent the first 101 days of their marriage paying exclusively with bitcoin. The documentary will soon be released chronicling their adventure and educating viewers about bitcoin.

“DISH is a leading example of how the world is becoming friendlier with new ways of buying products and services,” said Austin Craig. “When we shot our film last year, we struggled to watch TV or go to a movie paying with bitcoin. Now, a leader in TV technology is embracing this bitcoin movement from a tech-savvy crowd.”

“DISH is now accepting bitcoin because we are listening to customers and providing them with the choice and convenience they want,” said Bernie Han, DISH executive vice president and Chief Operating Officer. “When we announced that DISH customers could pay with bitcoin, we heard some enthusiastic feedback from bitcoin users. Starting today, they can choose bitcoin as a payment option for their monthly bill.”

As announced in May, DISH has selected Coinbase as the payment processor for bitcoin transactions with customers who choose to pay their bill online with the bitcoin wallet of their choice. DISH will use Coinbase’s Instant ExchangeTM feature to exchange bitcoin payments to U.S. dollars at the moment of the transaction.

The bitcoin payment option is now available for DISH customers choosing to make one-time payments on mydish.com. Customers will still have the option to make any payment online via credit card, debit card or bank account.

To ensure fans can find the action when SEC Network officially launches on August 14, DISH announced it will air on channel 404 within the Hopper® Whole Home HD DVR’s channel guide. Current DISH customers who subscribe to the America’s Top 120+ package and above will receive both SEC Network and Longhorn Network at no additional cost.

“Saturday is the new Sunday and DISH is proud to deliver the best in college sports with SEC Network, Pac-12 Networks, Big Ten Network and Longhorn Network,” said Joseph P. Clayton, DISH President and CEO. “DISH was the first nationwide provider to secure rights for SEC Network when we announced our deal in March, and we have been welcoming college football fans for months. We cannot wait for kickoff.”

To celebrate the upcoming football season, new DISH customers who subscribe to the America’s Top 120+ and above package by October 21, 2014, will also receive the Multi-Sport package included through the end of the year. The Multi-Sport programming delivers more than 35 channels of college and professional sports including the Big Ten Network (channel 405 on the Hopper), Pac-12 Networks (channel 406 on the Hopper), ESPN Goal Line, NFL Red Zone from NFL Network, and more than 20 regional sports networks. A full list of channels can be accessed here. In addition, when new DISH customers mention the offer code “FLAG” they can receive a flag of the SEC or Pac-12 team of their choice to further show their support this season.

Celebrate 75 years of Batman with a month of his best movies on DIRECTV!  Available on DIRECTV CINEMA®.

To have DIRECTV installed call 717-248-4996.

Right now through 7/1, tennis fans looking to get the most Wimbledon action can enjoy a unique on-screen experience and comprehensive coverage only on DIRECTV. Here is everything you are going to see, at no additional cost!

Mix Channel
Watch up to six matches on one screen at the same time, including early-round, outer court matches. The Wimbledon Experience, available on channel 701 in HD, will include the main network feed and matches currently airing on channels 702-707.

Real-time updates at the press of a button!
When you’re tuned to any of the matches, just press the RED button and enjoy access to interactive menu features that include:

• Match Guide – Check scores for matches in progress or see what’s upcoming
• Recent Results – See real-time scores for all in-progress and completed matches
• Men’s and Women’s Draw – Provides a complete round-by-round chart of the tournament showing scores and who’s in and who’s out

When it comes to tennis coverage, it’s game, set, and match, DIRECTV!

In this AT&T Mobile Minute, take a look at the features and specs of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active. Learn about features such as S-Health and the Activity Zone, great for all outdoor lovers. Learn more about the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active at One-Stop Communications of call 717-248-4997

If you get a used phone, need to troubleshoot yours, or want to wipe one before selling it, you’ll need to do a hard reset. HardReset.info is a simple site with one purpose: Give you detailed instructions on how to do a hard reset on that phone, whatever model it may be.

DISH expanded its programming lineup with the addition of Fusion Network, a new channel with a unique mix of original reporting, lifestyle, and comedic content aimed at young, multicultural viewers. As the first nationwide provider of Fusion, DISH Network L.L.C., a wholly owned subsidiary of DISH Network Corp. (NASDAQ: DISH), continues to grow its appeal to a variety of audiences.

“Through its television and digital properties, Fusion speaks to a diverse new generation across all DISH customers,” said Alfredo Rodriguez, vice president of marketing. “DISH’s overall lineup is greatly enhanced by Fusion, helping us to better connect with an important viewing demographic that is an increasingly influential member of today’s marketplace.”

Fusion is the latest programming to debut from the March distribution agreement with The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) that has vastly expanded live and on demand content for DISH customers. Subscribers to America’s Top 250 packages and higher will see Fusion in their lineup as well as subscribers in most DishLATINO packages. Fusion On Demand will also be available in the coming week.

“Fusion is committed to delivering content that champions a diverse, smart, and inclusive America through programming that is infused with humor, diverse voices, and many viewpoints,” said Fusion CEO Isaac Lee. “We are thrilled to be partnering with DISH to bring our unique content offering to a larger audience.”

Fusion, which launched in October 2013, is a joint venture between Univision Communications Inc. and the Disney/ABC Television Network.

Starting tomorrow, AT&T Wireless Home Phone & Internet is available nationwide. Customers across the U.S. will be able to get Wireless Home Phone & Internet and enjoy more flexibility with their home phone and Internet service, all while keeping their budget in check.  

• How does it work? AT&T Wireless Home Phone & Internet allows customers to complete calls from their existing home phone handset using the AT&T wireless network—which covers more than 99% of all Americans— instead of a landline connection. This means that you have the option to keep your existing home phone number and handsets, and take your Wireless Home Phone & Internet device called “Home Base” with you on vacation, to a remote work location, second home, or any other location in the United States where there is an AT&T wireless connection. In addition, you get mobile Internet service (including access to 4G LTE where available) by connecting up to 10 Wi-Fi capable devices such as tablets, smartphones and laptops, all in one device.
• And the set-up is easy: Just locate an area within your home or office with a good cellular signal, plug your Wireless Home Phone & Internet device (Home Base) into an electrical outlet, connect your existing corded or cordless home phone equipment into the device – and you’re all set! 

Our nationwide expansion of Wireless Home Phone & Internet service is another way we’re working around-the-clock to provide more value. Wireless Home Phone & Internet customers can add their device for $30 a month to a Mobile Share Value plan with 10 gigabytes or more of shared data and get unlimited nationwide calling. Customers can also add World Connect Value for $5 a month and get penny-per-minute calling from the U.S. to Canada, Mexico and more than 35 other countries.

With Wireless Home Phone & Internet service, you can get the perks of 4G LTE mobile broadband access and more affordable home phone service, all in on device. With access to a wireless network that covers more than 99% of all Americans, for customers seeking great value and more flexibility, AT&T Wireless Home Phone & Internet service is a win-win.

For more details visit One-Stop Communications or call 717-248-4996.

Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, the Samsung Galaxy S® 4 mini with HD Voice from AT&T is now available, enabled by Voice Over LTE.

Beginning May 23, 2014 you can visit One-Stop Communications to purchase the Galaxy S 4 mini in Black Mist or Valentine Pink with zero down and no commitment. Customers can also get the premium smartphone at $14.24 on Next 18 or $18.50 on Next 12. The cost of the device is $49.99 with a two-year agreement.  

The Galaxy S 4 mini is the first device on AT&T’s most reliable 4G LTE Network to utilize HD Voice. HD Voice from AT&T provides crystal clear conversations, reduced background noise, and the ability to talk while surfing the Web – all on the nation’s most reliable 4G LTE network.

The Galaxy S 4 mini has some of the most popular software features from the Galaxy S 4 in a compact form factor to enrich the user experience. AT&T was the first to deliver Samsung’s Galaxy family of devices; and the introduction of HD Voice in collaboration with Samsung marks yet another key milestone in offering the best selection of Samsung Galaxy series in the U.S.

Users can enjoy stunning picture quality in 1080p on the Galaxy S 4 mini’s 4.3 inch qHD Super AMOLED® display. It has an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera, as well as a 1.9-megapixel front facing camera. There is 16 GB of onboard memory and a dual core 1.7GHz processor, which allows users to move between apps efficiently.

The Galaxy S 4 mini brings many of the great features you expect from the Galaxy S 4:

• Intuitive camera interface supports numerous shooting modes to enhance photos taken by even the most novice photographer.
• WatchOn allows you to browse content by genre, search by title or receive recommendations based on your interests.
• Smart Remote™ Integrated Infrared (IR) controller allows your smartphone to act as a remote control for a television, digital video recorder, home theatre and more. 
• Easy Mode gives you the ability to simplify the home screen by placing only the most essential items at your fingertips.
• S Beam™ enables you to transfer pictures and videos between other S Beam enabled devices.
• 1900 mAh Li-ion Battery gives you up to 14 hours Talk Time and 10.4 days standby.
• NFC (Near Field Communication) enabled and is compatible with Isis Mobile Wallet.

Phone theft is a problem that just keeps growing.  Check out this report from Lookout Mobile Security.

How smartphones are stolen:

• 44% were stolen because the owner left the phone behind in a public setting
• 14% were stolen from a car or house that was burglarized
• 11% were stolen off the victim’s person: out of their hands, pockets, purses, or bags

Where phones are stolen:

• 16% in a restaurant
• 11% at bar/nightclub
• 11% at work
• 6% on public transportation
• 5% on the street

When phones are stolen:

• 40% between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m.
• 29% between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
• 18% between 10 p.m and 5 a.m.

Consequences of phone theft:

• 47% report a time/productivity loss
• 10% report loss of confidential company data
• 9% had their identity stolen
• 12% experienced fraudulent charges on their account