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Consumers across the country are dealing with phone bills, cell phone contracts, cable packages and Internet scams.  If you are experiencing problems, you are not alone.  Search our database of stories to find one that most closely matches the situation in which you find yourself.  We don’t have all the answers to every problem consumers may face, but some consumers have shared solutions and suggestions. If you have a story, please share it, consumes across the country are waiting to hear from you!  Read through each story or search within the section.

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5-Oct-2008
Dish Network/Echostar | Digital TV Transition
I applied early in the process. I got the envelope with my 2 card coupons in it but did not open it.   I did not know that the coupons expired in 90 days!  I took the coupon with me to shop for a box when I finally had some money ...
4-Oct-2008
| Digital TV Transition
After connecting the converter box we could no longer receive several channels and other channels broke up frequently.  I then found out that we should have asked for the analog pass through box.  I tried to get additional coupons, but got a flat no and have filed a complaint, but ...
4-Oct-2008
Digital Stream | Digital TV Transition
I purchase two Digital Stream DTX9950 converters from Radio Shack just before my coupons expired.  I selected them mainly because of the universal remote.  Neither unit was able to program the remote for either of my JVC TVs.  I returned to Radio Shack after I could not get help from ...
4-Oct-2008
| Digital TV Transition
I was unable to use my coupon before the expiration date.  This is just another failed government program, I suppose.  I don't see why they have an expiration date until the transition anyway.   ...
3-Oct-2008
| Digital TV Transition
I received the NTIA coupons and purchased two converter boxes. Out of pocket price was about $14 each. Unfortunately, I had to replace my 25 year-old outside antenna with a newer, high gain model to receive more than 3 stations. I can now receive 25 stations over-the-air and have ordered ...
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