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Cable Companies Mull Cheaper Packages

  • Reuters, Friday, July 9, 2010 1:08 AM
Cable operators and entertainment companies are talking about selling cheaper cable TV packages with fewer channels to attract and keep customers trying to save money in a weak economy. The talks, which are still at an early stage, also could give cable companies an advantage in competing with cheaper Web TV services offered by companies like Google, Netflix and Apple.



Basic cable bills have ballooned in the United States over the years as distributors add more channels, usually negotiated with program makers. Basic cable packages typically have more than 60 channels and are priced close to $80 in some regions.

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