Digital TV converter boxes in stores Feb. 17

Courtesy MSNBC.com: Gadgets  Thu, 02/07/2008 - 15:28

Beginning Feb. 17, the Department of Commerce will begin distributing coupons to help pay for special digital TV converter boxes.

On the same day, three major retailers are expected to begin selling the boxes, the agency said Thursday.


 

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