Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35633813)

But this is the Coming Soon to Virgin TV thread.. not the What might be coming, maybe not coming, but let's put any old rumour down anyway thread.

I read this thread to find out what is coming soon, if people want to speculate and list any old rumours and people enjoy that aspect then that's fine by me.
Though only a few days ago, even MB thought about launching a 'Rumour Thread', which to me would be a better idea to keep all these rumours and speculation separate and keeping this thread to what it is titled about... things that are Coming Soon to VM..

But don't give the 'if you don't like it, don't read it line as it's pathetic...

Also in regard to your last comment, well perhaps people either don't want to post, preferring to lurk till some actual news is posted that is confirmed.
In my opinion it's the same little clique who make up the majority of posts in this thread, and to newbies or infrequent posters this can be off putting.
Also many of us read the thread but don't comment, and when we do it's for a valid reason and not just posting to increase their post count.

Anyway, that's my opinion on it.

Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35633824)

And your opinion is valid and appreciated bud ;)

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35633785)

Let's all hug, love each other and patiently wait

Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35633838)

Just add the words ' and rumours' to the thread title. :)

Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35633813)

But this is the Coming Soon to Virgin TV thread.. not the What might be coming, maybe not coming, but let's put any old rumour down anyway thread.

I read this thread to find out what is coming soon, if people want to speculate and list any old rumours and people enjoy that aspect then that's fine by me.
Though only a few days ago, even MB thought about launching a 'Rumour Thread', which to me would be a better idea to keep all these rumours and speculation separate and keeping this thread to what it is titled about... things that are Coming Soon to VM..

But don't give the 'if you don't like it, don't read it line as it's pathetic...

Also in regard to your last comment, well perhaps people either don't want to post, preferring to lurk till some actual news is posted that is confirmed.
In my opinion it's the same little clique who make up the majority of posts in this thread, and to newbies or infrequent posters this can be off putting.
Also many of us read the thread but don't comment, and when we do it's for a valid reason and not just posting to increase their post count.

Anyway, that's my opinion on it.

Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35633834)

I think the thread is fine as it is, rumours and all.

Originally Posted by toady (Post 35633846)

Fully agree, this thread has always been full of rumours and news, and has always worked well, splitting the rumours off onto their own thread wouldn't work, it would quickly fade away

Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35633843)

:D

Of course this thread is useful for those looking for cold hard facts:

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/11...g-page-63.html

Alternatively Media Boys blog is great if you want to see a clear break down of confirmed and rumoured events:

http://mediaboyblog.blogspot.co.uk/

Originally Posted by Mark420 (Post 35633845)

Pathetic no its called choice. Put it another way why read what you dont like , now thats just dumb some would say. And wasting your time.

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35633854)

Apologies to everyone for when i go off like a cannon at times , i can't help it it's a condition i have which so to say makes my fingers act before my brain lol.
Anyway sorry guys for my outbursts.

Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35633834)

I think the thread is fine as it is, rumours and all.

The first page of this thread does state:

"Keep up-to-date on the latest news on upcoming channel launches and other important events across all platforms of Virgin TV network."

So what does news mean:

Informal information not previously known

A person or thing considered interesting enough to be reported

This has never been the 100% confirmed thread.

Honestly I'm not trying to chew anyone out here, or be a smart ass, the thread is what it is and is unlikely to change. It's this sites mainstay in terms of views and posts however it does seem to have a Marmite effect :)

Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35633813)

...In my opinion it's the same little clique who make up the majority of posts in this thread, and to newbies or infrequent posters this can be off putting.
Also many of us read the thread but don't comment, and when we do it's for a valid reason and not just posting to increase their post count.

Anyway, that's my opinion on it.

Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35633861)

Yes there is the changelog thread but it's not used for discussing what's coming soon to VM. It's more of a list of changes, but no discussion about the posts made.

Also the blog is a good resource but again it's not used for discussing and is more of a website giving information to readers.



Yes it's a choice to read the thread or not, what am calling pathetic is people who come out with that as a reply on a forum for discussing what's in the thread title.

I read the thread (obviously) but at no point have said I don't like it, what is dumb is coming to assumptions about people or what they do with their time.

I've already said what I read the thread for, perhaps you should try reading posts before bashing away on your keyboard totally missing the point :rolleyes:

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No worries, it's good to talk ;)

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35633854)

Apologies to everyone for when i go off like a cannon at times , i can't help it it's a condition i have which so to say makes my fingers act before my brain lol.
Anyway sorry guys for my outbursts.

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35633873)

Just seen that Lifetime won't be replacing BIO however Bio closes on 3rd november i think and Lifetime launches on 4th.
Figure that one out lol.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633874)

Don't visit for a few hours and the "this thread is pointless" argument begins.

To define;

This thread: Rumour and Confirmation of Coming Soon from VARIOUS Sources.
Changelog: changes that have occurred

This thread: discussing things that are confirmed or rumoured
Changelog: confirmed changes, no rumours.

This thread: makes cableforum worthwhile
Changelog: I hardly see it, should probably be pinned but you know

Digital Spy: let's make fun of those on cableforum cause we think we are the almighty rulers of the world.

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Nothing has been confirmed about Bio closing, the news about its closure came from Overnights and was then removed.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633874)

Nothing has been confirmed about Bio closing, the news about its closure came from Overnights and was then removed.

Originally Posted by ozsat (Post 35633879)

Sky have confirmed Bio is closing - and that, on the Sky EPG, it will be replaced with Lifetime HD

Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35633897)

Great news about being in hd or is that just for sky ??

Originally Posted by ozsat (Post 35633908)

It is only confirmed for Sky

Originally Posted by ozsat (Post 35633879)

Sky have confirmed Bio is closing - and that, on the Sky EPG, it will be replaced with Lifetime HD

Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35633926)

Been trying to find some info on lifetime hd,can't seem to find anything

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35633873)

Just seen that Lifetime won't be replacing BIO however Bio closes on 3rd november i think and Lifetime launches on 4th.
Figure that one out lol.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633874)

Digital Spy: let's make fun of those on cableforum cause we think we are the almighty rulers of the world.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633874)

Don't visit for a few hours and the "this thread is pointless" argument begins.

To define;

This thread: Rumour and Confirmation of Coming Soon from VARIOUS Sources.
Changelog: changes that have occurred

This thread: discussing things that are confirmed or rumoured
Changelog: confirmed changes, no rumours.

This thread: makes cableforum worthwhile
Changelog: I hardly see it, should probably be pinned but you know
Rumour and Confirmation of Coming Soon from VARIOUS Sources
Digital Spy: let's make fun of those on cableforum cause we think we are the almighty rulers of the world.

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Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35633926)

Been trying to find some info on lifetime hd,can't seem to find anything

Originally Posted by spankysmagicpian (Post 35633956)

Well change the title to 'Rumour and Confirmation of Coming Soon from VARIOUS Sources' rather than 'Coming soon to Virgin TV'

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35633965)

But the posts clearly state "rumours" by media boy or posters stating "from what I'm hearing..."

This is such a non discussion which has been going on all day. How about we leave everything as it is. People understand what this thread is, read the posts carefully and then we can all move on. :)

Originally Posted by thegrid (Post 35633974)

I have a day away from here and it all kicks off. I agree with Russ, everything on here is posted in good faith. The people who normally inform us have their trusted sources and at time of posting the news may have been correct. But surely people can understand that launching a new channel isn't the easiest thing. It can be a technical nightmare. VM will only launch channels after extensive testing, if there is a glitch they will work at it until it's right. Take Netflix for example, this was rumored to launch this past week. At the time we received this news, it may have been the plan but due to a technical aspect it may have been postponed.

Honestly I'd rather VM do this because it then prevents us moaning if they launch a faulty product.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633874)

Changelog: I hardly see it, should probably be pinned but you know

Originally Posted by thegrid (Post 35633974)

I have a day away from here and it all kicks off. I agree with Russ, everything on here is posted in good faith. The people who normally inform us have their trusted sources and at time of posting the news may have been correct. But surely people can understand that launching a new channel isn't the easiest thing. It can be a technical nightmare. VM will only launch channels after extensive testing, if there is a glitch they will work at it until it's right. Take Netflix for example, this was rumored to launch this past week. At the time we received this news, it may have been the plan but due to a technical aspect it may have been postponed.

Honestly I'd rather VM do this because it then prevents us moaning if they launch a faulty product.

Originally Posted by Joedm45 (Post 35633989)

Great idea, Changelog should be pinned. This coupled with a gentlemans agreement to not clutter the Changelog thread with waffle would make me happy :)

I enjoy this thread for its banter and rumour mill, it gives an indication of what could be coming and it all looks good for the future of VM.

Keep up the good work guys, I for one wouldn't change anything about this thread

Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35633992)

Post of the day !!!!!! Sod it post of the week

Originally Posted by johnholmes (Post 35634012)

Technix posted on Digital Spy that Premier Sports should launch soon on Virgin Media, and provided a channel number, which I can't remember!

Originally Posted by Joedm45 (Post 35633989)

Great idea, Changelog should be pinned. This coupled with a gentlemans agreement to not clutter the Changelog thread with waffle would make me happy :)

Originally Posted by johnasimmons (Post 35634017)

Please can you supply a link as I cannot find it on DS - thanks :)

Originally Posted by johnholmes (Post 35634012)

Technix posted on Digital Spy that Premier Sports should launch soon on Virgin Media, and provided a channel number, which I can't remember!

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633924)

Source?

Lifetime HD is not being BARB Reported, and was not submitted with Lifetime and Lifetime +1 which would suggest it isn't being launched.

Bio will also not finish BARB reporting on the 3rd November

Originally Posted by johnasimmons (Post 35634017)

Please can you supply a link as I cannot find it on DS - thanks :)

Originally Posted by geordiechris (Post 35634042)

I see the new Sky box has built in wifi now

http://www.sky.com/shop/tv/

Originally Posted by thegrid (Post 35633974)

I have a day away from here and it all kicks off. I agree with Russ, everything on here is posted in good faith. The people who normally inform us have their trusted sources and at time of posting the news may have been correct. But surely people can understand that launching a new channel isn't the easiest thing. It can be a technical nightmare. VM will only launch channels after extensive testing, if there is a glitch they will work at it until it's right. Take Netflix for example, this was rumored to launch this past week. At the time we received this news, it may have been the plan but due to a technical aspect it may have been postponed.

Honestly I'd rather VM do this because it then prevents us moaning if they launch a faulty product.

Originally Posted by geordiechris (Post 35634042)

I see the new Sky box has built in wifi now

http://www.sky.com/shop/tv/

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35634022)

Just one to add to that, can anyone find the Changelog thread?

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35634054)

Spot on mate well said :handshake

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New TiVo box will too.

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35634054)

New TiVo box will too.

Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35634075)

I really think I'd prefer to have a wired connection for streaming to/from a TiVo.. got mine all set up for MRS but the poor channel choice means it never gets used.

Originally Posted by andy_m (Post 35634073)

The new Virgin TiVo?

Obviously the Sky box has Wi-Fi for anytime or on demand, but that's not necessary on a cable box.

Originally Posted by HDFootyMan (Post 35634079)

Given up on MRS - felt like a mug paying £5 extra for a 2nd TiVo while waiting for mainstream channels to become available for streaming. Got my 2nd Tivo swapped for a V Box.

Originally Posted by RobboEdin (Post 35634092)

...but it would allow you to replace your TiVo remote with the TV Anywhere iPad app to control your TiVo.

Originally Posted by devilincarnate (Post 35634051)

I think the*Premier Sports*posts got removed as they were jammed between others that were seen as off-topic. The two points were:
1)*Premier Sports' Facebook page*"*Great news, any update on Virgin yet? [23 hours ago]
*No but you never know. Things can move quickly. [20 hours ago]
2) If I remember correctly,Technix said he had heard a deal between the two companies was looking more likely. If so, channel 551 would be the channel number.

**

Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35634066)

Here you go:

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/11...g-page-63.html

Originally Posted by HDFootyMan (Post 35634079)

Given up on MRS - felt like a mug paying £5 extra for a 2nd TiVo while waiting for mainstream channels to become available for streaming. Got my 2nd Tivo swapped for a V Box.

Originally Posted by andy_m (Post 35634073)

The new Virgin TiVo?

Obviously the Sky box has Wi-Fi for anytime or on demand, but that's not necessary on a cable box.

Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35634031)

Lifetime will be taking Bio's slots on Sky for its November 4th Launch.

Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35634075)

I really think I'd prefer to have a wired connection for streaming to/from a TiVo.. got mine all set up for MRS but the poor channel choice means it never gets used.

If VM were to include a large choice of channels in the 101-199 range then would probably use that aspect of TiVo a lot more.

I'd also like to see them introduce the option to be able to stream your own media via TiVo to your TV but can't see this happening anytime soon.
Luckily our Smart TV/Bluray player does this for us downstairs and Bluray player does upstairs.

The TiVo has a lot of potential to be a central hub for your entertainment needs in the home with the the apps 'store' and connectivity but I feel VM need to move quicker than they do.. for example the Android TV Anywhere App that still hasn't been released

Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35634101)

I got my 2nd box installed while it was £3 per account (not box) and despite them trying to remove that option and charge me an extra £3, I get a rolling discount to bring it back to what I originally had.

I enquired about dropping the 2nd TiVo and just putting in a VHD box in it's place but it worked out I wouldn't save any more anyway (or so they said to me!)

Yeah the channel choice is still poor, can't even find the page on the VM where it lists them (was out of date last time I found it)

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Or the Android one :shrug:

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35634104)

It's a shame MRS is so bad, it would be a good feature, apparently Sky will be introducing their own version soon, Virgin better step up their game.

Personally though I do use both Tivo boxes, but i wouldn't have them both for the sake of MRS right now.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35634106)

Doesn't mean a channel closure, nothing has been confirmed, nor has it been scheduled to stop BARB reporting. I just reckon it will get a different EPG number.

Originally Posted by paultrademark (Post 35634075)

The TiVo has a lot of potential to be a central hub for your entertainment needs in the home with the the apps 'store' and connectivity but I feel VM need to move quicker than they do.. for example the Android TV Anywhere App that still hasn't been released

Originally Posted by HDFootyMan (Post 35634112)

hey told me too that I wouldn't save anything - I told them they were wrong, and they were charging me £5 extra per month. They rechecked and said 'yeah, you're right.' I'm now paying £48 per month for the Premiere Collection (with the phone line rental pre-paid for a year).

Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35634121)

But the biggest thing holding this up is rights issues. I'm sure VM would love to enable all these things on Tivo (including Tivo Stream) but are held up because of rights issues. Look at MRS as an example.

Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35634113)

I'm pretty sure you can't launch an SD channel on Sky now without buying a vacant slot , example BT Sports used ESPN's SD slots , so if Bio was to continue why would its slots be given for use with Lifetime ?

Originally Posted by johnholmes (Post 35634024)

It was deleted by the administrators (probably by mistake), as the New Channels thread had descended into arguments.

Originally Posted by devilincarnate (Post 35634051)

I think the*Premier Sports*posts got removed as they were jammed between others that were seen as off-topic. The two points were:
1)*Premier Sports' Facebook page*"*Great news, any update on Virgin yet? [23 hours ago]
*No but you never know. Things can move quickly. [20 hours ago]
2) If I remember correctly,Technix said he had heard a deal between the two companies was looking more likely. If so, channel 551 would be the channel number.

**

Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35634121)

But the biggest thing holding this up is rights issues. I'm sure VM would love to enable all these things on Tivo (including Tivo Stream) but are held up because of rights issues. Look at MRS as an example.

Originally Posted by Risco (Post 35634244)

Any hope for some new channels next week of the Sky HD variety?

Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 35634225)

It was deleted as the discussion was not deemed to be of an acceptable standard.



Yup, that's broadly what was posted :)



Which channels can be used with MRS?

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Update Re: Premier Sports.

I've just made some enquiries and, as it currently stands, it appears that Premier Sports won't be going into the XL TV package.

In an effort to appease MP's, a compromise has been offered where the channel will still be standalone, but the owners of the channel have been offered more favourable terms than the previous owners of VM were prepared to offer.

Nobody has heard ANYTHING about Baby TV going into XL. Personally, I would now put this down as a rumour without foundation.

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35634245)

Maybe.

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35634256)

Now now don't give everything away.;):D

Originally Posted by thegrid (Post 35633974)

Honestly I'd rather VM do this because it then prevents us moaning if they launch a faulty product.

Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 35634225)

Which channels can be used with MRS?

Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35634136)

That is one thing that winds me up about vm they have these great ideas but never fully back em :confused:

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35634253)

Appease what MP's?

If you read the actual article it turns out it was the chairman of the rugby club who just happened to be an MP. There was no political pressure on VM at all, and there shouldn't be for something as pathetic as it was!

Originally Posted by spankysmagicpian (Post 35634291)

I agree - I am sure that they could allow Tivo to say stream from a server or PC on the same LAN. That would be a welcome addition and would negate the need for a Roku or Apple TV etc.

Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 35634295)

Don't shoot the messenger! Rightly or wrongly, and whatever we personally feel about MP's, they do have a lot of influence in business circles.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633924)

Source?

Lifetime HD is not being BARB Reported, and was not submitted with Lifetime and Lifetime +1 which would suggest it isn't being launched.

Bio will also not finish BARB reporting on the 3rd November

Originally Posted by johnasimmons (Post 35634338)

:confused:Did some posts vanish?:confused:

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35633924)

Source?

Lifetime HD is not being BARB Reported, and was not submitted with Lifetime and Lifetime +1 which would suggest it isn't being launched.

Bio will also not finish BARB reporting on the 3rd November

Originally Posted by ozsat (Post 35634357)

The source is Sky's website for the industry which is not publically available!

Originally Posted by andy_m (Post 35634073)

The new Virgin TiVo?

Obviously the Sky box has Wi-Fi for anytime or on demand, but that's not necessary on a cable box.

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35634398)

Might have some good news for you by end of today , just waiting on a phonecall.

Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35634399)

Prepares excitement banquet, i've had to nip back to M&S a few times though, keep forgetting the sausage rolls.

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35634398)

Might have some good news for you by end of today , just waiting on a phonecall.

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35634400)

That should make my Sunday lunch go down well.:)

Originally Posted by devilincarnate (Post 35634405)

So would a glass or couple of wine:D

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35634413)

Right this isn't fact it's just rumour but DisneyHD and DisneyxdHD will launch this week.
Once again it's just rumour. That was the phonecall i was waiting for.
No idea why DisnetjnrHD isn't included though.

Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35634413)

Right this isn't fact it's just rumour but DisneyHD and DisneyxdHD will launch this week.
Once again it's just rumour. That was the phonecall i was waiting for.
No idea why DisnetjnrHD isn't included though.

Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35634447)

Cheers for info bud,insider info on a sunday(I wish) can only get that sort of info mon-fri;) hopefully mb can get a confirmed on it sometime this week ;)

Originally Posted by TAZMANUK (Post 35634454)

Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35634461)

Great news it's finally arrived,just android tv app now;)