Cable Forum - General Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.

About time! I hope that the Lovefilm app contains all available content (and not end up like the version on the Sammy TV which didn't have all content available to stream).

The TiVo search feature will become a lot more useful now, especially if the entire Netflix/Lovefiilm libraries are included in the search.

I don't think VM should be too worried about people dumping XL for Lovefilm/Netflix - I use both streaming services and I see them as additional content rather then full replacements for XL. I mean, the new series of Haven starts next week on Syfy - that won't be on Lovefilm/Netfilx any time soon. Then again, the likes of 24 are on Netflix - every single episode in HD and 5.1 surround sound! VM's VOD library simply can't compete.

Add in the extensive movie selection and streaming exclusives to both services (House of Cards on Netflix; Vikings on Lovefilm) and its a win win. :)

Now......where's that TVAW Android app? And come to think of it, Universal HD? C'mon VM, I want my Rookie Blue and Motive in HD. :erm:

howardmicks

20-09-2013 21:06

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Originally Posted by HDFootyMan (Post 35623781)

Email vm and tell them I did and got a call back,not enough interest in the channel apparently and so not considered a prioty I was told.thank god for sky !!!!

passingbat

20-09-2013 21:20

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Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35623817)

not enough interest in the channel apparently

I find that a bit surprising, though up to now, I probably only use it for the latest series of Law and Order SVU. However, according to an article on TVWise, they are changing their focus and looking at a new type of acquisitions. Bates Motel and Sleepy Hollow being examples. I saw the pilot of Sleepy Hollow on Hulu and it really does deserve an HD picture and 5.1 soundtrack to do it justice.

Hopefully these new type of shows will bring in a bigger audience and make HD viable for VM management.

howardmicks

20-09-2013 21:43

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Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35623821)

I'm hoping that aswell bud this was back in July when I contacted them,I also contacted universal hd owners and it was very clear from there response they want it on vm network :(

ocav	20-09-2013 22:29

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Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35623827)

I'm hoping that aswell bud this was back in July when I contacted them,I also contacted universal hd owners and it was very clear from there response they want it on vm network :(

Got the same response from them just the other day;

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Many thanks for your email.

We do not have any current confirmed plans to launch Universal Channel HD on Virgin Media. We are always looking to improve our services to our viewers across all platforms, Virgin Media included, and are in on-going conversations with them.

Like all businesses, however, these decisions and discussions are based on commercial factors and currently we have not configured a deal with Virgin for an HD version of Universal Channel. It's great to know you would like to see an HD version of the channel on Virgin.

Please do write to them also and let them know.

Best wishes

Universal Channel Viewer Enquiries

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INFO FROM DS FORUMS

Apparently More4 HD is in testing.

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The ONLY channels testing on Virgin Media network at the moment are

Fox+
More4 HD.

http://forums.digitalspy.co.uk/showp...&postcount=646

theone2k10

20-09-2013 23:03

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Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35623821)

Agree with this i just watched Sleepy Hollow on FOX player ant it defo deserves hd and 5.1.

jitee

20-09-2013 23:07

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.

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Originally Posted by howardmicks (Post 35623817)

Email vm and tell them I did and got a call back,not enough interest in the channel apparently and so not considered a prioty I was told.thank god for sky !!!!

Well IMHO I'm still a Sky customer until the end of October, and I would rather have Universal HD to Sky Atlantic HD anytime..... :td:

theone2k10

20-09-2013 23:32

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There's a tiny thing called GTAV atm which is disturbing my tv viewing.

passingbat

21-09-2013 13:21

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Originally Posted by HDFootyMan (Post 35623781)

About time! I hope that the Lovefilm app contains all available content (and not end up like the version on the Sammy TV which didn't have all content available to stream).

Agreed. When I subscribed to Lovefilm, it was available on my Sony 370 blueray player. Not only was there content missing, but the interface was slow and clunky.

I hope they incorporate 5.1 into the Tivo app; surely the fact that Netflix has 5.1 should spur them on to add it and a new app would be the opportune time. Not holding my breath though.

Richc1977

21-09-2013 14:50

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Originally Posted by ocav (Post 35623836)

Apparently More4 HD is in testing.

http://forums.digitalspy.co.uk/showp...&postcount=646

I do hope this is launched this week on VM as they are showing the first of the Wembley NFL games Sunday week!