Is DirecTv or AT&T's new fiber optic tv and internet system better?

Question

I currently have AT&T set up for a basic phone line with DSL for my fax/internet and I have Directv for my HDtv. I just got hit up tonight about their new plan which really doesn't look like it saves me any money, about break-even, but they say the internet is much better and faster. Does anyone have experience with this new AT&T fiber optic system yet and is the TV any good? What are the pros/cons?

Thanks,

Answer 1

If it's all about price, the two could probably go neck and neck. If you are talking about the quality of the service, AT&T has the better product. The most obvious benefit is your signal will not go out because it is raining outside. Uverse has a lot of features and I know many people who absolutely love their service. If the installer knows what they're doing and do a good job, you will be very happy with the U verse service. Uverse is a network using fiber optic lines. In most neighborhoods the Fiber optic lines run to the main phone box for the neigborhood, from there it is put on your phone line. The picture is clearer than most cable/satellite providers. you can use the picture in picture mode automatically. Other features people like are that you can record up to 4 programs at once. One of the most popular features is that the modem also serves as a wireless router. My personal favorite feature is that you can set the DVR to record a program from the internet, so if you are away from home and you forget to set a recording, you can do it online. The down side to the service is you need a box for every tv you want to watch and installs can take up to 5-8 hours.