8361, Report:
#9125
Posted Date:
Dec 12 2001
Prime TV / Direct TV rip-off false advertising
In August 2001, we signed up for Direct TV. We were told that we would receive a $140 rebate for using a Prime TV authorized installer. We were also told that the installation wouldn't cost more than the $140. They advertised that there was Free Installation. We were also told that...
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Categories: Satellite Companies
8362, Report:
#8664
Posted Date:
Dec 04 2001
AOL screw up and scam.
I recently terminated my AOl account due to the fact that I had gotten a transaction on my bank account in the amount of $147.60. This all started several months ago. I signed up to AOL as a secondary ISP to my cable modem service, because from time to time it doesn't work. So, I ra...
Entity
Categories: Internet Services
8363, Report:
#8506
Posted Date:
Dec 03 2001
Comm South Companies Delay of Service - Poor Customer Support
On November 13th, 2001 I purchased two separate lines with Comm South Companies...they promised service in 3-5 days. My first line was activated and ready 2 days later...Impressive huh!! well that's what I thought too. Since that line was activated quickly..I decided to wait a cou...
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Categories: Telephone Companies
8364, Report:
#7938
Posted Date:
Nov 19 2001
Do not get Dish Network
I have had Dish Network for approx 6 months. For the first month or so it was fine. Other than a few times of getting no reception during bad weather, it was OK.
Recently, for some unknown reason, the reception problem has gotten so bad that watching a show has become impossible...
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Categories: Satellite Dish Companies
8365, Report:
#7668
Posted Date:
Nov 10 2001
VCSTORE is at it again? Rip-off Scam YCTVSOURCE - Tetranex
Consumer Advisory:
Recent reports, found on the Internet, allege that a duplicate company owned and operated by some of the same people who appeared on Video Computer Store infomercials, has started in New York State.
The new company is apparently selling the same computer syst...
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Categories: Computer Stores
8366, Report:
#7610
Posted Date:
Nov 08 2001
AT&T Cable Upgrade Rip-off cable poor customer service
Here is an email I sent to AT&T. I might add they never resonded.
I am very upset with your service and customer care support. Here is basically the story. I called your sales department to find out how to get Toon Disney channel for my kids. I was told I needed to upgrade to a s...
Entity
Categories: Cable TV
8367, Report:
#7106
Posted Date:
Oct 16 2001
Shiftless because of Wal Mart screw up! *Consumer Suggestion
I just found this site and am relating an experience which occured approx. 3 1/2 years ago. I took my 1990 Ford Taurus to Wal Mart for an oil change. I had never had any trouble with the transmission at all. After all, I drove the car in.
When returning to pick up my car, the...
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Categories: Auto Service Stations
8368, Report:
#7114
Posted Date:
Oct 13 2001
Turner Turn over Time Warner to unEthical Company big Rip-off
Did Ted Turner Turn over Time Warner to Ethical Company'''
Question from WIldean Vance
My friend Nitamay gets Time Warner Cable for $26.00 a month. I pay $42 plus tax for the same service and channels. I also pay them another $42 for my Roard Runner service. They advertise FREE...
Entity
Categories: Cable TV
8369, Report:
#6938
Posted Date:
Oct 04 2001
Cascade Networks should be Scamcade Rip-off works
Cascadenetworks.net
Well lets start in the begining.
I own a large building in the down town area and have extra space on the top floor that needed to be rented out. I also need internet service. So to kill two birds with one stone I invited an upstart wireless provider (old e...
Entity
Categories: Internet Services
8370, Report:
#6383
Posted Date:
Aug 27 2001
Rip-off billing by Capital.Net too much trouble
If you you live in the Capital District (of New York state), my advice would be to avoid dealing with Capital.Net. In Spring of 2000, I decided to switch my internet service to a cable connection. I went to the EmpireOne office (my provider) who had recently been acquired by either...
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Categories: Internet Services