Posts Comments

You are here: Home / Archives for Usenet Providers / Astraweb

Astraweb Hits 1,000 Days Binary Retention

May 15, 2011 By

On Friday, May 13th, Astraweb hit a new milestone.  As they achieved 1,000 days of binary retention.  Astraweb is now at 1,002 days of retention and growing daily.  As are a number of other top Usenet providers including UseNetServer and Newshosting.  Astraweb made it’s mark a few years ago with their $11 unlimited deal.  While others have matched and even beat the price (best Usenet deals), Astraweb continues to be a favorite among many Usenet fans.  Take advantage of their $11/mo. and $96/yr. unlimited Usenet specials.

As you can see from the image above Astraweb now offers 1,000+ days of binary retention along with 99% completion rate, 20 connections and 256-bit SSL encryption.  With access to news servers in the US and Europe.  While Astraweb DSL accounts (unlimited, uncapped speed) are normally $15 a month they are currently offering a special price of $11 a month or $96 a year for life.  Meaning the price will never increase.  If you’re connection is slower they also offer an unlimited account that caps speed at 5 Mbit/s for $10 a month.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Usenet Providers Tagged With: ,

Usenet Provider Deals : Best Unlimited Usenet Specials

May 1, 2011 By

Why overpay for Usenet access when leading Usenet providers offer lifetime deals on unlimited Usenet access for under $10 a month.  If you’re paying more for Usenet you’ll definitely want to check out these specials from leading Usenet providers including UseNetServer, Newshosting, NewsDemon, Astraweb and Easynews.  We’d like to thank each newsgroup service for offering our Newsgroup Reviews (NGR) visitors special discounts.  All of the deals listed below are recurring so enjoy the savings for the life of your account.

UseNetServer – Unlimited Usenet + Search for $10/mo. or $95/yr.

The UseNetServer (UNS) $10 a month and $95 yearly Usenet specials are both excellent values.   Especially for a top tier provider like UNS.  The service offers unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 20 connections), 99% completion rate, free SSL and news servers located in the US and Europe.  Along with free Usenet search (UNS Global Search).  All for just $10 a month or $95 a year for our visitors.  Visit our NGR UseNetServer special and enjoy the savings!

Newshosting – Unlimited Usenet for $9.99/mo. or $99/yr.

Newshosting NGR special marks their lowest price ever.  With Newshoting offering unlimited Usenet access + newsreader for $9.99 a month or $99 a year.  Expect the best from Newshosting.  From unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds, Newshosting Usenet client, 99% completion, 256-bit SSL and server farms in the US and Europe.  All for just $9.99 a month or $99 a year for our visitors.  Visit our NGR Newshosting special and start downloading in minutes!

NewsDemon – Unlimited Usenet + Client + Storage for $9.99

The NewsDemon Demon Deal includes unlimited Usenet access plus a free copy of News Rover newsreader and 30 GB of online storage for $9.99 a month.  NewsDemon offers unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 50 connections), 99% completion rate, free SSL and news servers located in the US and Europe.  Along with a free Usenet client and online storage.  All for just $9.99 a month for our visitors.  Visit our NGR NewsDemon special page for more details.

Astraweb – Unlimited Usenet for $11/mo. or $96/yr.

The Astraweb $11 special started the industry’s focus on value a couple years ago.    Astraweb continues to offer unlimited Usenet access for $11 a month or $96 a year.  Enjoy unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 20 connections), 99% completion, free 256-bit SSL encryption and news servers in the US and Europe.  All for just $11 a month or $96 a year for our visitors.  Visit either their $11 monthly or $96 annual special pages to sign up.

Easynews – Unlimited NNTP Usenet Access for $9.95

The Easynews NGR special includes $9.95 unlimited Usenet access.  Easynews is best known for their web interface.  Yet they also offer one of the best NNTP Usenet server platforms.  From unlimited Usenet downloads and uncapped speeds (with 20 connections), 99% completion, 256-bit SSL and server farms in the US and Europe.  All for just $9.95 a month for our visitors.  Sign up via our NGR Easynews special page and also enjoy two weeks of free web interface access.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Easynews, NewsDemon, Newshosting, Usenet Providers, UseNetServer Tagged With: , , ,

The Usenet Retention Race Is Too Close to Call

April 14, 2011 By

We’ve been covering the binary retention race for a long time now.  Long enough to write retention update posts in our sleep.  Early on Giganews was the clear leader.  Now we’re nearing 1,000 days and several top Usenet providers are within 10 days of each other.  Hard to believe that after 2+ years the binary retention race might very well end in a draw.  Bringing Usenet fans the benefit of years of binary newsgroup posts for less than they use to pay for a few weeks of retention.  In fact Newsgroup Reviews visitors can enjoy $10 unlimited Usenet access from leading providers including UseNetServer, Newshosting, NewsDemon and Astraweb.

Earlier today UseNetServer, Newshosting and Easynews announced retention increases.  The number is very notable.  As all three Usenet providers are now at 972 days of binary retention and growing.  Why is the 972 number notable?  Because it’s one day higher than Astraweb who is currently at 971 days.  It is also only 8 days behind Giganews who is at 980 days.  UseNetServer and Newshosting both offer $10 unlimited accounts versus the $25-$35 for Giganews.  Given the difference in price and latest retention updates we expect Newshosting and UseNetServer will be home to a lot of new members in the months to come.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Easynews, Giganews, Newshosting, Usenet Providers, UseNetServer Tagged With: , ,

Astraweb 2CO Foreign Transaction Fee

March 15, 2011 By

Earlier this month some Astraweb customers noticed an additional credit card charge.  As we understand the situation, Astraweb’s billing provider made a change that is causing some credit card subscribers an additional “foreign transaction fee”.  Astraweb uses 2CO, 2CheckOut.com for billing.  While the billing address was previously listed in Ohio the 2CO change marks Astraweb transactions as originating from Cypress.

Not all Astraweb members are affected by the 2CO billing change.  It appears the issuing bank behind each credit card chooses whether or not to charge the foreign transaction fee.  Also those who choose PayPal payments are not affected.

If you are considering an Astraweb account we still recommend the service.  Especially while the current $11/mo. And $96/yr. unlimited Usenet specials are active.  Astraweb provides quality Usenet service at a great price.  For new sign ups we recommend paying via PayPal to avoid the possibility of extra monthly fees.

For those who are affected by the foreign transaction fees you might consider switching over to PayPal billing.  PayPal also makes it easy to manage subscriptions.  An advantage over credit card purchases for online services like newsgroups.  Regardless of which Usenet provider you use.

If PayPal isn’t an option and you are being charged an extra transaction fee you might consider trying a different credit card from another issuing bank.  Perhaps 2CO could be of assistance.  If that doesn’t  work out you can visit Newsgroup Reviews to compare alternatives.  Hopefully it doesn’t come to that though as Astraweb is a solid choice for Usenet access.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Usenet Providers Tagged With: , , ,

Astraweb Increases Speed on $10 Unlimited Plan

February 21, 2011 By

Astraweb recently updated increased speed on their unlimited account.  In the past the $10 Astraweb unlimited plan was capped at 1 Mbit/s.  Now the plan has been boosted to allow up to 5 Mbit/s Usenet downloads.  Astraweb is also offering their unlimited DSL plan (no speed cap) for $11 a month and $96 a year.  Both include 20 connections and free SSL encryption.

We still recommend Astraweb’s unlimited DSL plan as long as the $11 special is running.  Which has been active for a few years now.  For those with slower connections though the $10 unlimited plan with 5 Mbit/s speed cap will save a little more money.

Here’s a quick overview of the Astraweb Unlimied account:
- $10/mo. unlimited Usenet access for life!
- Speed capped at 5 Mbps
- 920 days binary retention and growing
- 1,095 days text retention
- 99% completion rate
- 20 connections
- free SSL encryption
- News server farms in the US and Europe

Read our Astraweb review or learn more about the service or sign up for the Astraweb $10 unlimited account.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Usenet Providers Tagged With: , ,

Astraweb $11 Unlimited Usenet + 900 Days Retention

February 2, 2011 By

Congratulations to Astraweb who just crossed 900 days of binary retention.  Astraweb continues to offer one of the best deals in Usenet with unlimited newsgroup access for $11 a month or $96 a year.

Astraweb’s claim to fame is definitely high retention and value.  With so many quality, cheap Usenet services available Astraweb’s advantage continues to be retention.  Offering 900 days versus the competition… UseNetServer at 810 days and Supernews at 800 days.  Giganews is the only Usenet service with higher retention, by about 10 days.

Here’s a quick overview of the $11 Astraweb Unlimied DSL account:
- $11/mo. unlimited Usenet access for life!
- News server farms in the US and Europe
- 900 days binary retention and growing
- 1,095 days text retention
- 99% completion rate
- 20 connections
- free SSL encryption

To learn more read our Astraweb review or learn more about the Astraweb $11 special.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Usenet Providers Tagged With: , ,

Astraweb Review : 2012 Editors Choice

January 29, 2011 By

Congratulations to Astraweb for taking home a Newsgroup Reviews (NGR) 2012 Editors Choice award.  Anyone who has been around the Usenet awhile knows the impact Astraweb has made over the last couple years.  Their $11 Usenet special propelled them into one of the best Usenet providers.  Since then a number of services have lowered prices below Astraweb but they continue to be a favorite of many users.  NGR visitors can enjoy unlimited DSL access for just $11 a month or $96 a year.

Astraweb offers a mix of high retention and value.  That’s the service’s claim to fame.  Astraweb was the first major Usenet provider to drop in price to $11 a month.  That was a couple years ago.  Since then a number of top provider’s have lowered prices into the $10-$11 range.  Astraweb still remains a very popular choice for Usenet enthusiasts.  With a very loyal following they continue to grow.

Astraweb offers 1,250 days of binary retention along with 1,095 days of text posts.  Members enjoy unlimited Usenet access, 256-bit SSL, 20 connections, uncapped speeds and good completion for $11 a month.  Take advantage of the Astraweb $11/mo. and $96/yr. unlimited Usenet specials.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Awards, Usenet Providers Tagged With: , , ,

2010 Usenet Year in Review

December 30, 2010 By

While 2010 went by in a blink there were quite a few Usenet achievements.  The ongoing retention gains and reduced prices have made Usenet more popular than ever.  In this post we’ll focus on new technologies and features added in 2010 that have changed Usenet for the better.

Usenet achievements were plentiful this year.  In past years the discussion revolved around retention levels.  While retention continues to grow the industry expanded in other directions as well this year.  Everything from Usenet providers adding clients, VPN, storage, enhanced web access and supprt for mobile devices.

Let’s take a closer look at a few Usenet providers who left an extra mark this year:

Giganews – (VyprVPN and Mimo Usenet Browser)

Giganews was certainly busy innovating this year.  First with their addition of VyprVPN and then Mimo Usenet browser.  VyprVPN provides Diamond members with free VPN access to help secure their privacy while online.  Mimo newsreader is also free for Diamond members and provides a Usenet search feature in addition to a nice user interface.  Not to by missed Giganews continued to lead the industry in retention.  With speed and reliability to match their premium services.

Easynews – (New Web Interface, Mobile Apps)

Easynews was hard at work innovating this year.  Starting with network upgrades to ensure a high level of performance and reliability.  In October Easynews launched a new web interface and continue to enhance the online features.  We were impressed with the ease of use and wrote a full review of the beta release. More recently Easynews added 3rd party mobile apps like EZ Global Search.  Available for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.  In addition Easynews added unlimited NNTP access and support for PayPal this year.

NewsDemon – (Online Storage)

NewsDemon added free online storage for their unlimited customers this year.  Partnering with StorageNinja to offer 30 GB of free online storage to members who subscribe to an unlimited plan.  In addition they continued to include a fully licensed copy of News Rover newsreader for all members.

Newshosting – (Free Easynews Account)

Newshosting recently announced a partnership with Easynews to offer free web Usenet access to NHXL members.  This means NHXL subscribers not only receive unlimited NNTP Usenet access from Newshosting but also a 10 GB monthly Easynews account at no additional cost.  Newshosting also continued to increase retention and added support for PayPal in 2010.

Not to be missed are all the Usenet providers who offer low cost Usenet access with reliability and continued retention gains.  A list including UseNetServer, Supernews, ThunderNews, Astraweb and many more.  Cheers to everyone who helped improve Usenet in 2010.  We look forward to the years ahead!

Filed Under: Astraweb, Easynews, Giganews, NewsDemon, Newshosting, Supernews, ThunderNews, Usenet History, Usenet Providers, UseNetServer Tagged With: ,

Give the Gift of Usenet this Christmas : Holiday Deals

December 11, 2010 By

With Christmas shopping in full swing why not give the gift of Usenet this holiday season.  For less than $100 you can gift a full year of unlimited newsgroup access from leading Usenet providers including UseNetServer and Astraweb.

Here is a list of current Usenet specials that include a full year of Usenet access.  Click on any link below to take advantage of the discounted price.

1. UseNetServer – $95 for 12 months unlimited Usenet + Search feature

2. Astraweb – $96 for 12 months unlimited Usenet

3. Newshosting – $155 for 12 months unlimited or $189 with Easynews access

4. Newsguy – $190 for a year of unlimited Usenet downloads

5. NewsgroupDirect – $200 for a year of unlimited Usenet + storage

For those who are interested in something a little less expensive here are some quarterly and 6 month Usenet specials:

1. Ngroups – $30 for 3 months of unlimited Usenet + storage

2. UseNetNow – $30 for 3 months unlimited Usenet access

3. Newshosting – $83 for 6 months NH Unlimited Usenet

Last but certainly not least some monthly recurring Usenet deals:

1. UseNetServer – $10 a month unlimited Usenet + Search feature

2. NewsDemon – $9.99 a month unlimited Usenet + Storage + Newsreader

3. ThunderNews – $10.49 a month unlimited Usenet + Newsreader

4. Supernews – $9.99 a month unlimited Usenet access

5. Astraweb – $11 a month unlimited Usenet account

6. Newshosting – $12.95 a month unlimited Usenet or $15.95 with Easynews access

7. Ngroups – $9.99 a month unlimited newsgroups + Storage

8. Fast Usenet – $9.95 a month unlimited Usenet

9. UseNetNow – $10.39 a month unlimited Usenet

10. NewsgroupDirect – $16 a month unlimited Usenet + Storage

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Newsgroup Reviews!

Filed Under: Astraweb, Fast Usenet, NewsDemon, NewsgroupDirect, Newsguy, Newshosting, Ngroups, Supernews, ThunderNews, Usenet Providers, UseNetNow, UseNetServer Tagged With: , ,

Astraweb Hits 800 Days Binary Retention

October 25, 2010 By

Earlier today Astraweb passed the 800 day mark for binary retention.

Along with an ever growing spool of binaries, Astraweb continues to offer $11 unlimited Usenet access.  Visit our Astraweb $11 offer page for more details.

Here are some highlights of the Astraweb Unlimied DSL account:
- $11/mo. unlimited Usenet access for life!
- News servers in the US and Europe
- 800 days binary retention and growing
- 1,095 days text retention
- 99% completion rate
- 20 connections
- free SSL encryption

To learn more read our Astraweb review or sign up for the $11 Astraweb special.

Filed Under: Astraweb, Usenet Providers Tagged With: , ,
« Older Posts
Newer Posts »