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They're not "TV channels" per se. Is it on your TV? Yes. Is it UHD? Yes. However, it's DirecTV reserving 3 of their channels for UHD content. They're DirecTV-owned channels. As for the programming, I doubt it's popular or even good. It's just in the UHD format. It'd be like watching the Racewalking Channel because it's the only sport on TV.
what about dish they have to have a whole 4k package to be able to advertise the hopper 3 4k uhd all home dvr don't they?
- Bruce6 years agoHonored Contributor III
From what I've read on Dish TV, it only offers on-demand UHD programs and its equipment is compatible with Netflix. It'd be cheaper to just stream Netflix.
I looked at the Dish site and it just reads "...on-demand movies, shows and events...live sports..." but nothing specific. No HBO, Comedy Central, CBS, etc.
These providers are only promoting and over-pricing their UHD-capable equipment, but there is nothing worth watching.
It's nice they're UHD-ready but UHD programs depend on the broadcast and cable networks.