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2008 Rate Information 

2008 Rate Information & FAQs



Throughout 2007, RCN has made significant improvements and enhancements to the reliable service you have come to expect. We made important product investments and programming enhancements, including:

  • Additional standard programming channels, including ABC News Now, CSTV, Fox Business News, ESPN2 HD, TBS HD and Big Ten Network (IL & PA only)
  • New Pay-Per-View options for sports fans with MLB Extra Innings, NBA League Pass and NHL Center Ice
  • New free and subscription Video On Demand channels including Bollywood, Discovery (Animal Planet, TLC, Science, Health, Kids, Travel & Military), National Geographic and the Sundance Channel
  • 8 NFL Network regular season games for ALL RCN DigitalVisionPlus customers to enjoy

Online Enhancements
Also this year, RCN High-Speed Internet subscribers were given free, exclusive access to two incredible broadband-based services: ESPN360.com and ABC News Now. ESPN360 provides exclusive, unlimited access to more than 1,400 live games and sporting events. And ABC News Now puts a wide array of news and information at our customers' fingertips – including world, money, entertainment, travel and national news.

RCN also upgraded RCN Music and RCN Webmail. With RCN Music, it's easier and more fun than ever to listen to, stream and download unlimited music. And now RCN Webmail offers more storage space (up to 500 MB per account), a new interface, and other improved features.

Spanish-Language Products
In 2007, RCN launched MiTeléfono, an international calling plan that provides very competitive long distance rates to 23 Latin American countries, plus Spain and Puerto Rico. In addition, we added the History Channel En Espanol to our MiVisión Spanish-language channels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my rates increasing?
We are increasing our Cable TV and DigitalVisionPlus rates for two reasons. Firstly, the cost of the quality programming we provide has gone up. Cable network content providers regularly increase their service rates, and RCN, as well as other service providers, pay them for programming. These content providers have again increased their rates, and as a result we must raise ours. Secondly, the cost of maintaining and improving the technology needed to bring our customers the best services has also increased. Simply put, we are spending more to bring you a better product. A portion of that cost is reflected in our new rates.

I live in a Bulk building. Will my rate for Basic Cable TV be impacted by these changes?
RCN has agreements with select apartment complexes, co-ops and condominiums to provide RCN Cable TV at a special discounted rate. If your building has this type of relationship you will not be affected by RCN rate increases. If you subscribe to additional services, like DigitalVisionPlus, you may incur rate increases for that particular service. Billing for these services may be coordinated by your building management and fees may be included as part of your monthly maintenance fee.

Who can I speak to if I have additional questions?
For additional information please call 877.RCN.BILL (877.726.2455).
 

Offers valid till 12/31/09. The free month of service does not include taxes, surcharges, equipment fees or any other costs. Also not included: additional services such as Video ON DEMAND, Pay-Per-View, premium channels and international programming or calling minutes. Service offerings are contingent upon RCN verification that the specific address covered by the service request is an RCN serviceable location. Prices do not include taxes, franchise fees or other surcharges. Services and pricing are subject to change. All photos used within rcn.com are intellectual properties of their respective owners. Services are subject to terms and conditions of RCN’s subscriber agreements, on-line policies, and other applicable terms and conditions. Other restrictions may apply.