The whole thing as been crap for years… requiring a contract – 2 years – then jack the rates… as much as 4 times after the first year.. They need to get after the cell phone outfits next…
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FTC Accuses DirecTV of Deceptive Ads
The Federal Trade Commission filed a civil lawsuit against DirecTV in California federal court Wednesday, alleging that the satellite-TV giant engaged in deceptive advertising.
In its complaint, the FTC accused DirecTV of failing to adequately disclose in advertisements and on its website that consumers will be charged more after certain of its pay-TV offers and promotions expire.
DirecTV, in response, defended its ads.
FTC: DirecTV two-year contract adds up to false advertising
Company Advertises Discounted Monthly Prices, Fails to Tell Consumers about Two-Year Contract Obligation, Significant Price Increase in the Second Year, and Need to Cancel “Free” Premium Movie Channels
DirecTV charged with false advertising
The satellite company advertises a 12-month plan for as little as $19.95, but fails to make it clear that a two-year contract is required, according to the Federal Trade Commission. That means customers are getting stuck with a longer contract than they wanted. What’s worse: The package’s price jumps in the second year by between $25 and $45 per month. Customers that try to cancel early are hit with a fee of up to $480, according to the complaint.