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Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 02:42

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by blue666666 (Post 35714376)

The update must be happening as channels have moved to 700 odd numbers

Well something is happening... All the Sky basic channels, Movies and Sports channels have now moved to between channels 758 (Sky Living) - 788 (Sky Sports 2 HD)

blue666666

15-07-2014 02:48

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

All sky sports channels have disappeared from 500 odd eurosport is still there at 521-526

Dave42

15-07-2014 02:55

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

HD channels are live :hyper::hyper::hyper::hyper:

there back to 500's now

Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 02:56

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Sky Sports News now on 501
Sky Sports 3 HD now on 514
Sky Sports 4 HD now on 515
Sky Sports F1 HD now on 517

blue666666

15-07-2014 02:58

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

The update is done hHD chanels are skysport 1 is 512-517

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So where will sky 5 HD and HD news go?

Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 02:59

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Was Sky 2 and Sky Living It suppose to move channel numbers?

blue666666

15-07-2014 03:01

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

raw live in HD :)

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pick tv as move up alot channel 123

Dave42

15-07-2014 03:02

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by blue666666 (Post 35714384)

The update is done hHD chanels are skysport 1 is 512-517

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So where will sky 5 HD and HD news go?

SS 5 HD will be 516 and SSN HD will be 511 when it launched

blue666666

15-07-2014 03:09

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

cheers some of sore that opps in late at night

Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 03:13

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by blue666666 (Post 35714384)

The update is done hHD chanels are skysport 1 is 512-517

---------- Post added at 01:58 ---------- Previous post was at 01:57 ----------

So where will sky 5 HD and HD news go?

Looks like they've left a space for Sky Sports 5 SD on 506 and HD will be on 516.
I'm guessing Sky Sports News HD will go on 511 and Sky News HD will go on 603? Whenever they decide to launch them.

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35714389)

SS 5 HD will be 516 and SSN HD will be 511 when it launched

lol you beat me to it! On that note I'm off to bed!

blue666666

15-07-2014 03:13

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Agree Dave look that's what's going to happen with channels

Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 03:18

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by blue666666 (Post 35714394)

Agree Dave look that's what's going to happen with channels

And it didn't take them long to add them did it!? 45 mins max?
Just wished they'd add the HD news channels at the same time though... :(

blue666666

15-07-2014 03:20

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

i know news could be long time no date was given for there launch some say early 2015 :(

Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 03:21

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by blue666666 (Post 35714396)

i know news could be long time no date was given for there launch some say early 2015 :(

Well that's just pants isn't it lol!!

blue666666

15-07-2014 03:22

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Might be earlier, just hope not next year too long to wait when they tell us they are coming.

Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 03:28

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

The earlier the better as I prefer to watch Sky News. Dunno why.

Openviews

15-07-2014 04:59

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

The Sky basics are now available to stream on the TV Anywhere App.

Sports and Movies will arrive at a later date through their own mobile apps. :)

denphone

15-07-2014 06:56

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35714292)

haha ah the A word...doubtful though as theone said it would be something good but nothing too good...if it was the A word he'd know a riot would occur on the forum with joy hahaha

Quiet please as we don't want hooligans on this forum.;):D

DaMac

15-07-2014 07:33

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

So is it Christmas yet mummy, has Santa been?

nicko

15-07-2014 07:56

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaMac (Post 35714419)

So is it Christmas yet mummy, has Santa been?

Well the mince pies and glass of whiskeys gone;)

vincerooney

15-07-2014 10:03

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

I expected this place to be a lot more busy this morning or we all asleep still or watching the new channels?!

Anypermitedroute

15-07-2014 10:17

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still flicking through to see which channel Sky Atlantic is......

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 10:17

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35714432)

I expected this place to be a lot more busy this morning or we all asleep still or watching the new channels?!

We all at work to pay for the price rise for the new channels hahaha :D

I'm pleased we have the F1HD, the SD wasnt the greatest picture

denphone

15-07-2014 10:20

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35714432)

I expected this place to be a lot more busy this morning or we all asleep still or watching the new channels?!

One suspects Dave has taken many of them for a celebration drink this morning :beer::beer: whilst the reliable old doomsayers are still trying to take it all in one imagines.:waving:

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Anypermitedroute (Post 35714436)

still flicking through to see which channel Sky Atlantic is......

:omg: there it is.:D

neilo

15-07-2014 10:25

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Great we've got SS HD channels. Really great. Chuffed to bits. Brilliant!

But that channel numbering. Ugh.

Mobes

15-07-2014 10:33

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

I have to agree with neilo....

Great we've got them... utterly BIZARRE SS numbering... who the hell signed off on that????

MalteseFalcon

15-07-2014 10:33

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Yeah, bit stupid. But once I get used to it, it won't bother me. Tried 511 this morning and got rather cross when it wouldn't switch. Then I remembered they had swapped numbers around. And I did a loud Homer Simpson impression. All together now: D'OH.

nicko

15-07-2014 10:36

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35714432)

I expected this place to be a lot more busy this morning or we all asleep still or watching the new channels?!

All those that wanted them don't subscribe to Sports or HD ;)

Firmsky

15-07-2014 10:45

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Im chuffed to bits, well done VM. Nice to have SS 4 finally in HD for golf!

vincerooney

15-07-2014 10:49

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35714438)

One suspects Dave has taken many of them for a celebration drink this morning :beer::beer: whilst the reliable old doomsayers are still trying to take it all in one imagines.:waving:[COLOR="Silver"]

A drink this early?? Well if everyone else is i might as well...

I dont mind the numbering ill get used to it!

Now everyone what shall we obsess over next?? i want sky sports news in HD! and im angry its not coming till 2015. so time to be ungrateful and start getting angry.

r94yan

15-07-2014 11:00

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the new numbering would have been good, if they set the new HD channels to start with 511 as SS1, that way people just automatically start using the HD channels. I think this may have been the idea, but the excution was off

thunderlips

15-07-2014 11:06

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

very happy for sports fans ! ss 12345 hd and season ticket on offer ! what about people who enjoy movies ? cant see any offers !

vincerooney

15-07-2014 11:08

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

The offer still confuses me to be honest. I have to pay 150 quid up front which will mean i wont be able to engage in shenanigans paying that much up front. I get sky sports for 10 months but i still need to pay £10 p/m? I'd need to become a nun for one month paying it all.

spiderplant

15-07-2014 11:13

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by r94yan (Post 35714447)

the new numbering would have been good, if they set the new HD channels to start with 511 as SS1, that way people just automatically start using the HD channels.

Bad idea. Have a think about the people who don't subscribe to HD or don't have an HD box...

Doug P

15-07-2014 11:15

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Really not bothered about the numbering....

The HD channels 3 and 4 are here and are glorious!

Oh and F1 fans have HD too! :-)

Dave42

15-07-2014 11:18

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

just need SSN HD now hopefully not too long

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 11:18

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by spiderplant (Post 35714450)

Bad idea. Have a think about the people who don't subscribe to HD or don't have an HD box...

I thought all boxes were HD as standard?? :confused:

But obviously depending on your package depends which HD channels you have access to.

Like people have said before, its only the channel numbers, so it doesnt matter if SD or HD channel is positioned first on the EPG. They should push the HD channels first really, we are in 2014 after all.

spiderplant

15-07-2014 11:21

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714453)

I thought all boxes were HD as standard?? :confused:

All boxes installed now are HD-capable, but there are plenty of old SD-only ones still in use.

vincerooney

15-07-2014 11:23

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35714452)

just need SSN HD now hopefully not too long

apparently 2015...weird contract if it has been signed!

"you can have our HD channels."
"YAY thanks"
"In.....8 months....bwahahahahhhaha"

see we've had something nice happen today. we've had a nice offer (which i still dont understand) and i'm back to being bitter and angry. I hope you're all happy you dont work with me.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 11:31

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by spiderplant (Post 35714454)

All boxes installed now are HD-capable, but there are plenty of old SD-only ones still in use.

Ah it was probably my ignorance, sorry. I've been with VM for only 5 years, so the boxes I've had have always been HD enabled.

jodash

15-07-2014 12:17

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714437)

We all at work to pay for the price rise for the new channels hahaha :D

I'm pleased we have the F1HD, the SD wasnt the greatest picture

yes that's the one I was looking forward to

nick.king

15-07-2014 12:19

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Quote:

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35714455)

I'm with you, I want my news in HD!

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 12:25

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick.king (Post 35714461)

I'm with you, I want my news in HD!

I'm greedy, I want EVERYTHING in HD :D

denphone

15-07-2014 12:30

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714464)

I'm greedy, I want EVERYTHING in HD :D

As the old saying goes good things come to those who wait.

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 12:31

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Virgin has NOW got Adult Channel beside Sky Sports News on the EPG.:nutter:

denphone

15-07-2014 12:31

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714465)

Virgin has NOW got Adult Channel beside Sky Sports News on the EPG.

Not if you change the settings.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 12:34

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35714466)

As the old saying goes good things come to those who wait.

and those who say they can't tell the difference between SD and HD need shooting lol :p:

p.s I dont condone the shooting of those poor folk (mum/dad/gran/grandad) who can't tell the difference :-)

Doug P

15-07-2014 12:37

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714467)

Virgin has NOW got Adult Channel beside Sky Sports News on the EPG.:nutter:

Well just be careful not to go down... :D

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 12:40

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714467)

Virgin has NOW got Adult Channel beside Sky Sports News on the EPG.:nutter:

Maybe that's where they get the SSN female presenters from :D

neilo

15-07-2014 12:45

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

You know I think I've misread that season Ticket ad. I reckon they're saying that if you get it with Big Kahuna you get BT Sports as well. But I think anyone could have it. Anyone know? I suppose I could just ring and find out but I do prefer speculating on this forum for a bit first!

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 12:54

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave_Gosport (Post 35714392)

Looks like they've left a space for Sky Sports 5 SD on 506 and HD will be on 516.
I'm guessing Sky Sports News HD will go on 511 and Sky News HD will go on 603? Whenever they decide to launch them.

Here is what has been confirmed from my insider:

August 12th 2014

Sky Sports 5 will launch on Virgin Channel 506.
Sky Sports 5 HD will launch on Virgin Channel 516.

Early 2015
Sky Sports News HD will launch on Virgin Channel 511.
Sky News HD will launch on Virgin Channel TBC.

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Quote:

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35714438)

One suspects Dave has taken many of them for a celebration drink this morning :beer::beer: whilst the reliable old doomsayers are still trying to take it all in one imagines.:waving:

What will Dave42 post about now?:D

denphone

15-07-2014 12:54

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With MB and his insiders we can't go far wrong.:nworthy::nworthy:

blue666666

15-07-2014 13:02

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Hope your insider is wrong about the date for HD news coming in 2015 :( too long to wait

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 13:03

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Quote:

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35714480)

With MB and his insiders we can't go far wrong.:nworthy::nworthy:

What do we have next to look forward to?

Netflix bundled in?
More HD channels?
Any possibility of Sky 3D? I know not many people might be keen on this

I understand money and pricing could be a reason behind SA not coming, but would people really leave Sky for VM based on one channel offering? I'm amazed if this was the case....(I don't want to start a SA riot lol )

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 13:06

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714482)

What do we have next to look forward to?

Netflix bundled in?
More HD channels?
Any possibility of Sky 3D? I know not many people might be keen on this

No more HD Channels has been confirmed as launching.

blue666666

15-07-2014 13:08

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Netflix would be great for me and sky 3D too, but don't virgin are too bothered with SKY 3D only a part time channel. There are not many HD channels left that people want

denphone

15-07-2014 13:14

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l think we can be rest assured that whatever happens there will always be speculation and rumours on this thread with a dash of pessimism and a hint of optimism.:Yes::no::spin::Yes::no::hyper::argue:

spiderplant

15-07-2014 13:17

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714467)

Virgin has NOW got Adult Channel beside Sky Sports News on the EPG.:nutter:

That's good. If somebody is about to catch you watching Sky Sports News, simply press channel down to get to something less embarrassing. :)

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 13:18

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Info I have seen is good for some viewers.

johnasimmons

15-07-2014 13:20

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714487)

Info I have seen is good for some viewers.

BoxNation added to XL pack?

Dave_Gosport

15-07-2014 13:21

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

[QUOTE=Media Boy;35714478]Here is what has been confirmed from my insider:

August 12th 2014

Sky Sports 5 will launch on Virgin Channel 506.
Sky Sports 5 HD will launch on Virgin Channel 516.

Early 2015
Sky Sports News HD will launch on Virgin Channel 511.
Sky News HD will launch on Virgin Channel TBC.[COLOR="Silver"]

Do you think the news channels would have a little shuffle?

Just thinking about it, It would seem silly to have BBC News on 601, Sky News on 602, Sky News HD on 603 *If it was to be launched here* then BBC News HD on 604.

This would be better IMO:

Sky News - 601
Sky News HD - 602
BBC News - 603
BBC News HD - 604

blue666666

15-07-2014 13:21

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714487)

Info I have seen is good for some viewers.

why only some?

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 13:23

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Quote:

Originally Posted by spiderplant (Post 35714486)

That's good. If somebody is about to catch you watching Sky Sports News, simply press channel down to get to something less embarrassing. :)

Richard Timney (married to Jacqui Smith) will be happy today with Virgin Media.:D

jodash

15-07-2014 13:24

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714482)

I would like a 3D channel liked the one we had with our brief time with Sky

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 13:34

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnasimmons (Post 35714488)

BoxNation added to XL pack?

Nothing to do with HD Channels.

---------- Post added at 12:34 ---------- Previous post was at 12:32 ----------

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave_Gosport (Post 35714489)

Do you think the news channels would have a little shuffle?

Just thinking about it, It would seem silly to have BBC News on 601, Sky News on 602, Sky News HD on 603 *If it was to be launched here* then BBC News HD on 604.

This would be better IMO:

Sky News - 601
Sky News HD - 602
BBC News - 603
BBC News HD - 604

Sky News HD channel number has still to be confirmed.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 13:35

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by jodash (Post 35714495)

I would like a 3D channel liked the one we had with our brief time with Sky

I had it for the last few months of my time with Sky and it wasnt a bad channel. It was always one I flicked to see what was on. I've been away from Sky for a few years now, so I'm not sure what the content is like on there now.

denphone

15-07-2014 13:35

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l doubt it John.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 13:36

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by blue666666 (Post 35714490)

why only some?

Good point, does this means it will affect people within a certain Package, MB? ;)

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 13:36

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714500)

I had it for the last few months of my time with Sky and it wasnt a bad channel. It was always one I flicked to to see what was on. I've been away from Sky for a few years now, so I'm not sure what the content is like on there now.

I think Sky 3D days are numbers as DS Forum is reporting that Sky has now give Sky 3D new weekdays broadcasting hours.

OLD BOY

15-07-2014 13:37

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714487)

Info I have seen is good for some viewers.

Universal HD?

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 13:37

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714503)

I think Sky 3D days are numbers as DS Forum is reporting that Sky has now give Sky 3D new weekdays broadcasting hours.

That's a shame, they did have some good stuff on there.
What about the football, don't they broadcast that in 3D still?

denphone

15-07-2014 13:38

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714487)

Info I have seen is good for some viewers.

Oh goody goody l wonder what delights will possibly come next.:hyper::hyper:

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 13:38

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35714504)

Universal HD?

Yeah OB, this is one I am looking forward to getting. The SD picture is fuzzy

denphone

15-07-2014 13:39

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Quote:

Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35714504)

Universal HD?

We have been waiting a fair while for this old chestnut.

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 13:39

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Quote:

Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35714504)

Universal HD?

Nothing to do with HD Channels.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 13:40

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714510)

Nothing to do with HD Channels.

Netflix, MB?

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Wow a lot of people around today, Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 147 (44 members and 103 guests) It's good to see the forum buzzing again

denphone

15-07-2014 13:41

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714511)

Netflix, MB?

Now that would be nice but highly unlikely.

OLD BOY

15-07-2014 13:43

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714511)

Netflix, MB?

Yes, Netflix in a bundle with perhaps other streaming services. Would like one of them to be Amazon First (Lovefilm) but I think that may still be a way off yet.

Perfect Choice

15-07-2014 13:46

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An "ideal" scenario for Netflex would be (a) free bundled for VIP package, (b) £2/month for XL subscribers, (c) £4/month for L subscribers, (d) £5.99/month the M+ subscribers, or something lke this, i.e. the higher package you buy the cheaper it is to add Netflix.

Media Boy UK

15-07-2014 13:46

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714511)

Info I have seen is just from a old 'Rumour Poster' I am holding back posting the info on what I have seen until a Virgin Insider tell me a same thing.

Dave42

15-07-2014 13:48

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714478)

you naughty boy MB :LOL:

OLD BOY

15-07-2014 13:48

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Perfect Choice (Post 35714515)

Yes, that would be sensible, but the ultimate goal should be a range of streaming services in a bundle. Inevitably, some of these would be subscription based and others PPV.

Firmsky

15-07-2014 13:48

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Anyone noticed these links? To Sky Movies on the go and Sky Sports on the go??

Links dont work yet...

https://my.virginmedia.com/value-for-money.html

Go to TV Extras

http://http//skymoviesonline.sky.com/

Dave42

15-07-2014 13:49

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well countdown starts for next launch sky sports 5 on the 12th of August

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 13:54

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Perfect Choice (Post 35714515)

I would say this is perfect, but then I do have the VIP pack :D
Even £2 a month for Netflix is a good price really.

vincerooney

15-07-2014 14:09

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714523)

I would say this is perfect, but then I do have the VIP pack :D
Even £2 a month for Netflix is a good price really.

Aye but remember guys VIP package doesnt get exclusive offers like this. You just get everything VM provide you don't get extras. I remember people being convinced that VM would give BT Sport to VIP customers for free and i kept saying "VIP doesnt get extras, you just get everything they offer".

If Netflix is going to be free it'll be in the big kahuna + packages

does VIP even exist anymore anyway?

Firmsky

15-07-2014 14:28

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Quote:

Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35714526)

You cant signup for it but I am still on the VIP package, when I rang it wasnt worth swapping over to the big daddy package.

Horizon

15-07-2014 14:34

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Quote:

Originally Posted by spiderplant (Post 35714450)

Bad idea. Have a think about the people who don't subscribe to HD or don't have an HD box...

So?? In any case you could have stuck SSN on 500 and still keep the main sports channels in the logical order of having Sky Sports 1 on channel 501. Common sense, something which is lacking here.

Very poor decision, but at least I know who made it now....

nicknewark

15-07-2014 14:47

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

Take more of the shows you love,
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nick.king

15-07-2014 14:48

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

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Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714467)

Virgin has NOW got Adult Channel beside Sky Sports News on the EPG.:nutter:

I can see the reason behind this.....

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Originally Posted by nicknewark (Post 35714534)

Be great if it worked without you having to wire all your house up! Give us a wireless dongle like Sky do to their customers.

Mobes

15-07-2014 14:50

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

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Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35714467)

Virgin has NOW got Adult Channel beside Sky Sports News on the EPG.:nutter:

As we're all anonymous on here...does anyone here ACTUALLY 'use' these Adult channels???

I mean...aren't they a bit pointless when u can just flick your laptop on and actually see the 'proper' stuff for free... lol :p:

Seems like a total waste of time VM having these at all.

Horizon

15-07-2014 14:51

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Originally Posted by nicknewark (Post 35714534)

That's very good news and long overdue. Might even make me get another tivo.

nick.king

15-07-2014 14:53

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Originally Posted by Mobes (Post 35714537)

Never 'used' an adult channel, like you said it's available for free via other methods if you so need.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 14:55

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Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35714526)

Yeah that's a good point, Vince. Its only the TV packages that the extra incentives, not the actual collection or bundle itself. That would mean if it were to happen, free Netflix would be on TV XL.

Mobes

15-07-2014 14:56

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Originally Posted by nick.king (Post 35714539)

Never 'used' an adult channel, like you said it's available for free via other methods if you so need.

For me, I'd rather not see them at all. Especially as they have place holder pictures which although no where near hardcore are a bit salacious.

I can't imagine for the life of me that VM make much money on them being there.

spiderplant

15-07-2014 15:00

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Originally Posted by Horizon (Post 35714530)

In any case you could have stuck SSN on 500 and still keep the main sports channels in the logical order of having Sky Sports 1 on channel 501. Common sense, something which is lacking here.

I agree. But replacing SD channels with HD ones is not the solution.

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Originally Posted by Horizon (Post 35714530)

Very poor decision, but at least I know who made it now....

You do? I don't.

OLD BOY

15-07-2014 15:01

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Originally Posted by Ultimate.Conj (Post 35714541)

Yeah that's a good point, Vince. Its only the TV packages that the extra incentives, not the actual collection or bundle itself. That would mean if it were to happen, free Netflix would be on TV XL.

Unless of course they changed their policy. Although it is always wise to look to the past and the present to predict the future, we should never rule out fundamental change.

There is absolutely nothing that I can see that would prevent VM from offering streaming services free or at a greatly reduced price on the top package to encourage viewers to pay top whack. However, by excluding that package from other viewers on lower packages, the attraction of the wholesale deal to the likes of Netflix would be diminished. That would have consequences for any deal made with VM.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 15:12

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35714544)

This is very possible, because, of course VM want us all paying the most amount of money possible ;)

VirginMediaPhil

15-07-2014 15:30

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

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Originally Posted by Mobes (Post 35714542)

I actually have the 'Hide Adult Channels' setting on since they're just a waste of time when you're trying to flick by the movie channels to get to the sports channels.

Ultimate.Conj

15-07-2014 15:33

Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2014) Vol. 3

I did also notice from the EPG shuffle, that VM have tried to group some channel's SD, +1 and HD versions together. This is also a good move in my opinion. Keeps everything nice and tidy on the EPG for those with an OCD for all things logical ;-)

saw this on VM Forum

"With so much great content joining our line up. You may have noticed a few channels have moved around.

They’ll take some getting used to so to avoid button bashing there’s a quick update below.

The good news is…

This won’t affect your planned recordings, series links or WishLists – so there’s no need to panic"

http://community.virginmedia.com/t5/...p/td-p/2390829

They have a list of the channels that have moved, but they are in the most random order ever just to confuse us!!! NOT VERY LOGICAL AT ALL haha

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