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The prices being charged for concerts and many other events nowadays is a total rip off IMO Chad.:td:

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That is going back a few decades John.:Yikes::eeek:

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Apple and Amazon will reportedly put feuding aside for the Apple TV

http://www.techradar.com/news/apple-...r-the-apple-tv

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It's economics. Years ago, concerts were sold cheaply and used as a way to drive record sales. Now it's the other way round. Artists make almost nothing from streaming, so they have to make it from concerts instead.

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Yes you are probably right SP but personally its still way too dear for many.

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I agree. I wouldn't even pay that for Lady Ga Ga.

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http://www.broadbandtvnews.com/2017/...-distribution/

SYFY and Hayu coming to NOW TV

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Let's hope there's not a price hike to go with it. I presume there will be a separate subscription necessary for Hayu.

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Knowing Sky there will be a price rise but sadly the others are just as bad as Sky.

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The Witcher TV series coming to Netflix.

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-en...-a7740841.html

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Load of crap imo......:td:

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What makes you say that? I know it's not connected to the games but I'm looking forward to it. I've been meaning to read the books for years.

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Good grief judging something without seeing it.:)

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You read the books then?
Or is it a load of crap you know nothing about?

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Well, to be fair, Max may not enjoy films about superheroes.

Sometimes the blurb that goes with the programme says it all.

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I see this on other forums too, but with 64m people in the UK, why do people feel the need to share their individual tastes in programming on a general thread? :confused:

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Well Andrew everybody is entitled to their opinions just like you.;)

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Come on, supernatural!! Really!....load of crap imo.

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To you squire yes but supernatural type shows are actually ok imo.
That's what i love about forums though seeing everyones different taste in shows/movies etc.

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I agree with that, that's why I put imo at the end of my post.....:D

Amazon Channels launching in UK
 

"Amazon Channels will initially contain around 25 pay-TV channels, both from major broadcast groups and smaller players, according to the sources."
http://www.broadbandtvnews.com/2017/...k-and-germany/

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Be interesting to see what channels.

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That is the vexed question MM as no one knows currently.

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I highly doubt any Sky channels will be on the service as Sky still don't allow Now TV on the Fire TV devices

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I imagine the channels will be similar to those on TV Player.
http://tvplayer.com/plus

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l quite agree as that is a non starter end of..

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I think the UKTV channels were certainly be on it and Discovery too.
I feel it will be exactly the same as tvplayer premiun line up.

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Got to agree. If that's the case I don't see this as a big announcement or a game changer in anyway as TV Player is already available on Amazon.

Here is a description of the service in the States:

"Amazon Channels, on the other hand, is a collection of streaming content services that you can subscribe to through the e-retailer's offering. So, there's no single Amazon Channels interface where you'll watch all the content you want like Netflix and Hulu. Instead, Amazon Channels is a place where you can subscribe to the content you want and watch it through Amazon Video on any number of devices. Amazon handles all payment processing to the channels you subscribe to."

The only real difference I see is you might be able to sign up for apps like Hayu, Boxnation, WWE Network and Disney Life but you'll be able to pay Amazon directly instead of having multiple subscriptions to multiple providers. A one and done service.

Will wait for more news before making a final judgment moment I'm totally underwhelmed.

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That could indeed come into play as Amazon already do this with HBO, Showtime, Hulu etc in the USA i think you're onto something here Chad mate.

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-39979009

Underwhelming

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Yeah, £3.99 a month to have the ITV channels and an ad-free catchup.

Lets hope it gets better although TVPlayer is beginning to seem like a bargain.

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It makes Now TV look a steal

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Sounds like it could be very expensive tbh.

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And pretty pricey into the bargain.

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Indeed MM.

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I've had a look at what's on offer and it is very expensive. There is plenty of channels, here is an idea of some of the stuff on offer and the cost.

Eurosport Player - £6.99 per month
Discovery - £4.99 per month
MGM - £4.49 per month
Shudder (Horror Movies) - £4.99 per month
Love Nature - £3.99 per month
Studio Universal - £3.99 per month

If this is the future of streaming, at those prices, I ain't interested. It's not going to be long until the likes of UKTV and Viacom jump on the bandwagon.

On a side note todays launch is having a negative effect on my Amazon TV experience. A lot of these channels and their content are now present in the various search catergories. This along with the usual pay content means it's becoming harder and more confusing to find Prime content. Amazon Prime Video is the only reason I have an Amazon Fire TV stick and Amazon Prime account. I can only see it getting worse. Don't think I'll be renewing my annual subscription if this keeps up.

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Add another £79 for Amazon prime too as you need prime to be able to get these channels from Amazon.
Shudder you can get for £3.99pm just sub to their newsletter and they'll eventually send you the offer of £3.99pm for life.

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One website reviewing it has been pretty damning about it.

http://www.seenit.co.uk/amazon-chann...nt-british-tv/

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Frankly, I am surprised that Amazon, with its breathtakingly low prices and excellent services via its on line retail operation could have got it so wrong. This is going to be a terrible flop for them and a chastening experience.

There are people out there who think they would prefer just paying for the channels they choose, rather than bundles of channels, but look how expensive even these second rate channels are, subscribed to individually.

I want as many channels as possible on my TV, but I wouldn't pay this money for the choice that Amazon has on offer here. They don't float my boat, I'm afraid, and this will not take off.

Time for a re-think, so I hope they've got a Plan B.

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Sky and A+E Networks® forge enhanced long term partnership across Europe

https://corporate.sky.com/media-cent...-across-europe

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Wonder if we'll get H2 in HD now?

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Amazon are not a very nice company yes they have superb customer service but how they treat their staff is disgusting i'm talking from experience too.
I don't think they are as cheap as they make themselves out to be now for example ps4 games i have found much cheaper by as much as £10 with free postage on other sites such as Shopto.
I don't hold any grudges against Amazon though i just refuse to use them now on how they treated their staff when i worked there 3 years ago.
For me tv player plus £5.99, eurosport £6.99 (offers are around), shudder £4.99 (if you really want it but as stated £3.99 offers are around) is far much better value than Amazons offering, actually you won't need eurosport player as eurosport is on tvplayer plus.

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Those expecting a selection similar to the US Prime were bound to be disappointed. The US TV landscape is vastly different to the UK. Biggies, such as HBO, Showtime and AMC etc. are already tied to UK broadcasters. Smaller ones, such as FX, CBS streaming service etc. sell their individual shows to UK Networks.


I'd be surprised if they can add anything of real significance, especially for those with a pay TV service.

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Agreed, although American companies could choose to provide the UK with similar packages as are available over there if they chose to do so. However, they would have to wait for existing contracts to expire first.

Maybe I'm being too pessimistic, but I can't see that happening, sadly.

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It won't happen IMO.

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See, we agree on so much, Den! ;)

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l always listen to those with greater knowledge and wisdom then l on here and there are many to listen to that is for sure.:)

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Do Eurosport player do a monthly sub as when i last looked all that came up for me was a day pass and a year pass.

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£4.99pm but it is a 12 month contract still quite good value though.

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BBC Store to close.

http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2017-...service-rivals

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Well that was a roaring sucess.

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There is a lot of fierce competition out there and obviously the market was too crowded for them.

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No, it's because most people prefer subscription streaming rather than purchase. The odd purchase can be done via Amazon, Google Play, iTunes etc.

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Or maybe this proves that BBC programmes are not as highly regarded by the public out there as the BBC and its protagonists like to think they are.

The Netflix originals in particular are setting a new quality standard. The Crown and House of Cards are just two examples of the standards that the BBC need to match or beat to justify their compulsory subscription fee.

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No, that is not the case. BBC dramas are very popular in the UK and US. As are ITV dramas. That is why the BBC and ITV have setup up a joint streaming service in the US.


http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2016-...ervice-britbox


https://www.britbox.com/

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Poldark
Versailles
The Fall
Happy Valley
Sherlock
War & Peace
Wolf Hall
Line of Duty

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Doctor Foster
Silent Witness
Peaky Blinders
Luther
Taboo
Planet Earth

And that's only mentioning the recent stuff , I'm not a massive BBC watcher but they've had some good shows over the years.

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Yes we watch a lot of the drama and other type series from other sources as well but sadly MM l think some will criticise the BBC because its a easy punch bag to hit

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All brilliant series IMO.

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Imho no-one in uk beats BBC for documentaries their Africa, planet Earth, human race etc series are truly stunning and works of art.
Before i get the "oh you don't have a tv licence" i bought the blu rays.

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Not only that, but those who currently do not need to get a TV licence by law will have to do so if they watch the live Amazon channels.


https://www.rapidtvnews.com/20170528...#axzz4iMpHD6J9

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Fear The Walking Dead season 2 is now available on Amazon Instant Video. Season 3 is just about to start on BT's AMC channel.

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The brilliant House of Cards started last night!

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Something actually to the great man's taste for once.;)

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More dross :p:
Some one had to do that haha.

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It's only dross if you are one slice short of a full loaf.......:D

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Friends keep telling me that Netflix via smart TV's is offering the first six months free.

Both my V6 and Samsung TV are only offering the usual one free month. I rang Netflix and they said that they had no such offer, but that some third parties sometimes make such offers.

Has anyone else heard anything about this?

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I doubt it'll show up in the app itself. When VM did a six month offer, you got the code separately, and had to add it to any new or existing Netflix account.

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Aren't most of the Netflix 6 month offers promotions included when buying a new TV set ?

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Ahhhh right; i'll ask them if they have to use a code.

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I suspect it's only a matter of time before Netflix spoils Sky's party by crashing into the football premiership bids scene. I wonder what that will do for prices?

http://www.digitaltveurope.net/70459...venues-by-x56/

Netflix model ‘could up sports teams’ revenues by x56’

Major football clubs could up fan revenues by a multiplier of 56-times by replicating Netflix’s subscription content model, according to the GM of Microsoft’s sports business.

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Read that, they talk about "stories" about football clubs etc etc, who gives a flying toss about that stuff, just get the game on telly!

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Got a week off next week, so any series that are worth me binge watching on Netflix or Amazon Video? Not into zombies, so Walking Dead is out, etc.

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Dexter, Prison Break, 24, Game of Thrones

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House of cards , The Crown , Daredevil are just three Mark to try on Netflix.

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Stranger things, daredevil, jessica jones, orange is the new black, sense8, shooter (all on netflix)

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New Bloodlines is on Netflix mate, also "Better Call Saul"

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Orange is the New Black S1 was on the Sony Channel (satellite FTV) recently.

Better Call Saul is on BT's AMC channel from next week.

Netflix doesn't have total exclusivity on most of it's content. It just has a window of exclusivity, then it could be on anywhere when that expires. Increasingly the programme producers are unwilling to give them very long licences so they can hawk it off for a better price to someone else if it becomes a success.

House of Cards is on Sky in Italy.

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Thanks for all the recommendations will give them all a look later and see what takes my fancy. Tried OITNB once, couldn't get into it so will try that again for sure.

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Old news but confirmation Amazon Instant Video coming to Apple TV:

https://www.theverge.com/2017/6/5/15...nced-wwdc-2017

In new news Youview to pilot voice controlled TV experience powered by Amazon Alexa:

https://www.youview.com/2017/06/08/y...-amazon-alexa/

As you can imagine this is fueling rumors that Amazon Instant Video will be available on the Youview platform soon.

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While Virgin Media viewers still have to play the waiting game... :grind:

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But have you not got other ways to access it?.

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Virgin media yesterdays technology today. :p:

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To be fair Netflix and Hayu aren't on the SKY platform and Amazon isn't likely either. From that point of view Virgin are trumping SKY.

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Sadly OB lately has often adopted a quote negative tone with regards to Virgin and one wonders why he is still with them..

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Yes, I do, Den, but as I explained before, if Amazon was on VM, I could search for all the programmes I am likely to watch from whatever source, and bookmark them. I can only do that with VM's own system and Netflix at present.

Additionally, of course, I would like to see the V6 being hailed as a comprehensive streaming box for legal content, bringing more people into the VM embrace. This would bring more money into the company, leaving more funding available for additional content.

If I recall correctly, Sky wasn't really out of the wood until it had something like 5m subscribers.

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Not at all, Den, I love the VM system, particularly their new V6 box (the old Tivos are knackered!).

My one and only bleat is the need for more comprehensive content.

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I know, Chad, and that is a relevant point. However, they could do so much better if they had a mind to do so.

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The trouble is in this country platform holders are also content providers which is holding our market back,
if you compare us to America where pretty much every broadcasters OTT offerings are available on every device imaginable (even Amazon Instant Video is about to appear on Apple TV devices) our media market looks like it belongs in The Ark.
To give an example I would like to subscribe directly to BT Sport as I like their app and the freedom it provides to watch their content in high quality wherever I might be but this option is denied to me unless I switch my broadband to their inferior offering, something I wont do.
I cannot subscribe directly to Sky where I live but at least their Now TV option provides me with a somewhat flexible solution, although I do find the 4 device allowance a tad limiting.
If Ofcom really had any teeth they would make all content providers make their OTT wares available across all media streaming devices.

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That pretty well sums up what I think as well, buckeye. Thank you for this, I was beginning to think I was in a minority of one on this issue.

We badly need a shake up of the rules in this country to prevent the exclusivity addiction that preoccupy certain companies over here.

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You might be waiting a while OB.....

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Maybe Theresa May might be persuaded to do something popular...

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Sadly I think you're correct.

In the meantime I don't think its too much hardship to have different devices to obtain the content I want in the best quality.
Most modern TV's have enough HDMI ports to accommodate a selection of media streamers (if they don't it only costs a tenner to buy a decent HDMI switch) so its just a question of pressing a button on the remote to get to the content I desire at the time.
Technology has advanced to the point in the last couple of years that they consume very little power (even my quite powerful HTPC only uses a maximum 15 Watts) and they are relatively inexpensive.

It would be nice to have one box to do it all (technically my HTPC could do most) but during the long wait for that media nirvana to appear I'll stick to my multi device setup

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Well she apparently did do something popular but it did not turn out in the way that she envisaged.;)

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Spain: Sky plans NOW TV September launch

http://advanced-television.com/2017/...tember-launch/

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http://v-net.tv/2017/06/21/why-amazo...ope-this-year/

Not sure if Amazon just read my idea and ran with it or whether the prediction I made was a good one =)

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Nothing groundbeaking there for me and the Amazon Channels seem overpriced.

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Could not have said it better myself MM but l am sure one revered trusty old poster will probably disagree with us.;):D

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I agree, but this is early days. Much better package available in the US, but it will take time before the offer on Amazon in the UK becomes attractive.

They could offer the Freeview channels by including TV Player as part of their offering.

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Why would people pay Amazon for tvplayer when they can get it for free? Unless you was refering to tvplayer plus?

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I didn't mean pay for the TV Player! It could simply be a free add on to the other services. It would make their offering a little more comprehensive.

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People would still have to pay though as you need to have prime to be able to sub to the services anyway.

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That's right, but there would be no extra charge for the TV Player in my suggestion.

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I'm pretty sure the future of TV is an aggregated list of "channels" - where each channel is a broadcaster-specific-themed or branded content portal (instead of a single channel of live video for each one).

Inside that "page", will be iPlayer-like content branded by that content provider, plus a selection of live events. Especially for sports. For example, instead of Sky Sports 1, Sky Sports 1 HD, Sky Sports 2 etc, there would be a "Sky Sports" content channel, that contains on-demand content, plus live events.

Same again for Viacom (for example) - there would probably be a separate "MTV" channel, containing a whole selection of "16 and pregnant" stuff along with a small selection video charts based on sub-genre - then Nickelodeon (for example) would be another "channel" that you can select, which inside it has a bunch of programmes for kids to select from, with maybe some live streams in there for events.

Eventually, I don't think people will be allowed to record things any more, what will happen is that each "channel" will make the content available for a set period of time only.

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Yes, that's similar to my thinking. Material will be available for a fixed or indeterminate period, but you will be able to 'buy' it if you want to keep it.

The existing concept of having hundreds of live channels in packages as now will disappear. It will all be on demand so you can see what you want, when you want it.