Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ESPN Fishin’ Forecast on Your Cell Phone?
- What do I need to subscribe to the ESPN Fishin’ Forecast application on my mobile phone?
- How much does ESPN Fishin’ Forecast application cost?
- What is data access?
- Will my mobile phone support ESPN Fishin’ Forecast?
- Do you provide ESPN Fishin’ Forecast for BlackBerry or TREO devices?
- Why isn't ESPN Fishin’ Forecast available for my phone carrier?
- I filled out the web sign-up form for ESPN Fishin’ Forecast, but I never received a confirmation text message on my phone.
- How do I cancel my service?
- Where does ESPN Fishin’ Forecast data come from?
- Do you have data for Canada or the Caribbean?
- Sign Up for ESPN Fishin’ Forecast On Your Cell Phone!
What is ESPN Fishin’ Forecast on Your Cell Phone?
ESPN Fishin' Forecast delivers a host of critical weather data for your activity location including animated Doppler® radar, hourly forecasts, fish and game activity, weather alerts and Barometric pressure charts. Other features include an on board fish weight calculator, ability to log your catch including sky conditions, lure type, water temperature, wind speed/direction and more!
<back to top>
What do I need to subscribe to the ESPN Fishin’ Forecast application on my mobile phone?
First, you will need a phone with data access capabilities. From there, receiving ESPN Fishin’ Forecastis easy -- simply purchase the application via the menu on your mobile phone.
<back to top>
How much does ESPN Fishin’ Forecast application cost?
The fee for ESPN Fishin’ Forecast is approximately $6 per month. We say "approximately" because the cost does vary slightly by carrier, and there may be data access costs. To receive the exact cost, you must begin the subscription sign-up process. Prior to completing the subscription (once we know your carrier and type of phone), we will show you the exact monthly fee for ESPN Fishin’ Forecast. This fee will be billed through your phone carrier on your monthly bill. This monthly fee is separate from the data plan that your carrier may require. Contact your carrier if you are not sure if you have data access.
<back to top>
What is data access?
To use ESPN Fishin’ Forecast on Your Cell Phone, your phone must have internet capabilities (must be able to send and receive internet data). Check with your carrier for specific details and pricing for data access. Coverage will differ depending on your carrier and phone.
<back to top>
Will my mobile phone support ESPN Fishin’ Forecast?
Most phones released in the last three years should support ESPN Fishin’ Forecast. Check the supported phone list. If your handset isn't listed, contact your carrier or call 1-866-669-2278 for suggested phones. We are continuously going through testing for new phones and mobile devices, so please come back soon to see if your phone has been added to our supported phone list.
<back to top>
Do you provide ESPN Fishin’ Forecast for BlackBerry or TREO devices?
No, ESPN Fishin’ Forecast is not currently available for TREO and Blackberry devices.
<back to top>
Why isn't ESPN Fishin’ Forecast available for my phone carrier?
We are continuously working with carriers to distribute the ESPN Fishin’ Forecast products. If your carrier does not support ESPN Fishin’ Forecast yet, we encourage you to contact your carrier and ask them to offer Digital Cyclone’s products and services to their subscribers.
<back to top>
I filled out the web sign-up form for ESPN Fishin’ Forecast, but I never received a confirmation text message on my phone.
The confirmation message with installation instructions and the application download link should arrive within minutes. If you have not received your confirmation message with your download link within one hour, please call 1-866-669-2278 and we will resend it.
<back to top>
How do I cancel my service?
If you wish to cancel your subscription to ESPN Fishin’ Forecast on Your Cell Phone, you will need to do so on your phone as follows:
- Sprint: Press the 'Menu' button and go to 'My Content' and then select 'Applications'. Scroll to 'My Content Manager' and highlight ‘ESPN Fishin’ Forecast’. Press the 'Menu' button and choose 'Unsubscribe'. Then choose 'Confirm'.
- Verizon: Press the 'Menu' button and select 'Get It Now'. Select the check mark and then scroll to 'Manage Apps'. Select ‘ESPN Fishin’ Forecast’ and choose 'Remove'.
- Alltel: Press the 'Menu' button and select ‘Access Apps’. Select ‘Access Shop’ and then scroll to ‘Options’. Select ‘ESPN Fishin’ Forecast’ and choose 'Remove'.
- AT&T: Press the 'Menu' button and select 'Media Net'. Scroll to 'My Purchases' and then to 'Current Products'. Choose 'Digital Cyclone' and then 'Cancel Subscription'.
Please call our customer service at 1-866-669-2278 if you would like assistance with this process and for additional carriers.
<back to top>
Where does ESPN Fishin’ Forecast data come from?
We receive weather data directly from the National Weather Service, including radar and satellite imagery, lightning strike data, and hourly airport observations which are funneled into ESPN’s Fishin’ Forecast’s database 24 hours a day.
<back to top>
Do you have data for Canada or the Caribbean?
No, we only provide weather data for the contiguous United States.
<back to top>
Sign Up for ESPN Fishin’ Forecast On Your Cell Phone!
For the price of a fancy cup of coffee you can have the extra margin of personal safety and information of ESPN Fishin’ Forecast at your fingertips 24/7. Sign up here!
