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i don't think we are going to get it now

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Nope neither do i post 717 on here is a pack of porkies though.

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/11...l-page-48.html

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FROM MY CS HERE THE launch date for Sky Sports Red Button THIS THE 28TH ON SKY SPORTS 2 WITH THE Cricket West Indies V Pakistan

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We shall see.;)

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Yes we shall see.

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West Indies V Pakistan this on sky sports 2 from 2 .30 till 7 then you will see West Indies V Pakistan on the Red Button at 7pm till the end off the mach

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You Wrong mate it will defo be on for the crickets Tomoz in sd and hd.

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Yes the red button will be on SS2 and SS2 HD but the red button feed is in SD on both channels.

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I have got the red button on now for the football:D:D:D:D:D:D

































Damn I am at my friends and he has got SKY:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

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Miracle considering there isn't any football on Sky right now, or red button coverage of anything but i'm sure you merely jest!

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opps.:D:D:D:D:)

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None on my box either LOL :D

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It got you to post though:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

:LOL:

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Speedway, Dogs, Golf and Netball. None of which has red button!

Red button netball, that would be a thing!

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You've not gone interactive on the netball :D

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:)

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Myself i would be only interested in beach volleyball interactive (not mens):erm:

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Right update on sky epg , pressing info on 7.30pm SSHD2 Live Centenary Shield Football has now been updated to say Press the red button for the third ODI between West Indies and Pakistan and after it says also in HD so is that the red button stream that will be in HD ?

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Doubt the Red Button will be in HD i do not think sky have any HD Red Button content ! although the way west indies are playing at the moment the match may not even last until the Red Button.

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The red button won't be in HD.

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That's exactly what I was thinking!

I could just see everyone waiting in anticipation for it and it might not even be needed!

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Thanks mersey thought not.

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I'm near sure Sky last year did some Rugby Union and the Red Button game was HD however I can't be 100 %

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At least we both appear to be on the same wave length.LOL

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Interesting.

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I presume that we will only be able to select something to view on Red button (eg match choice) but we won't be able to record your choice of match as you can on Sky? Would that be true?

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Tivo's red button service is in HD! Here it is:

http://www.photos8.com/walls/pray_red_button-other.jpg

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I guess it's a case of wait and see.

You are right you can record match choice games on Sky so maybe you will be able to on VM too.

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It'll either play back like any VoD content or just 'a stream' like BBC Red Button so its unlikely you can record.

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I can't see why anything from the UCL will be on red button until next season now as there is only the second leg of the semi's and the final left.

The Tuesday game will be on Sky and Wednesday on ITV1/STV/UTV so no real need for it.

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can some 1 clear this up 4 me when the red button come 2moz what time will the red button come and the next day will it be there (like bbc red button) or will it only come up wth stuffs on like footy

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I can only comment on how it is implemented on Sky. The first red button service tomorrow will be available on SSP2 from 1930 for the WI v Pakistan ODI (that is if the match lasts until then!)

The red button is always available on Sky but most of the time it is just for the Sky Text service. When there is an actual interactive service available it tells you on screen what is 'hiding' behing the channel, for example 'match choice'.

Maybe VM will just deliver a holding screen if content isn't available or the red button option may only work when there is additional content available.

You'll soon find out as there's not long to wait now (hopefully!)

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Well nothing was on here last night..

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The wait is nearly over though and if you are like me when I got it you will really realise what we have been missing all these years.

OK, some of the red button stuff isn't that good (especially PQ) but I used to get very frustrated knowing there was content available that we couldn't watch, especially in todays circumstance where for example you could be really enjoying the ODI and then it gets hidden behind the red button.

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Tonight will be a landmark night for VM , sky sports red button , hope you all enjoy.

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West Indies V Pakistan this on sky sports 2 from 2 .30 till 7 .30 then you got football on so if you what too see West Indies V Pakistan then you have too go on the Red Button then . you will see West Indies V Pakistan on the Red Button at 7.30 till the end off the mach . ( THE RED BUTTON WILL launch TONIGHT).

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Lets have the countdown now.

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Good news for Virgin, well done




See I can do praise, maybe it's the sunshine;)

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Has anyone tried pressing the red button to see if a slate or something appears yet?

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Yes and nothing happens

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so does this mean i can watch la liga at the weekend without missing the first half, w00tness

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Does anyone have any proof that they can post which shows, 100% that the red button will be launching tonight? I'm still very dubious seeing that it's now 12:30pm and Virgin haven't made any kind of press release regarding it's launch. Is the launch of the red button tonight still purely based on rumor and speculation?

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http://www.tivocommunity.com/tivo-vb...d.php?t=468512
Says next month for non TiVo users and late 2011 early 2012 for Tivo users.

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Your guess is as good as mine. Nearly ALL the dates that have been given on here are by people who DO NOT work for VM and have been speculating about the date nothing more.

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On the help site:

Sky Sports Red Button

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At last :)

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If it works, I'll be glad that VM messed up my TIVO install and I'll be able to use the Red Button for a little while

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Brilliant!!! Thanks for that Ben.

I usually wait until Virgin make an official press release before I beleive anything. I'm surprised they aren't shouting about this. This is a big deal to many sports fans.

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Why has VM been so quiet about this. You would think they would be screaming about this all over the place. But instead it has been dragged out of them.:rolleyes:

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Because it's not really fair on the TiVo users to 'scream' about it as they won't be able to get it yet

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See post 343 from a vm employee.

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/11...l#post35218559

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Or maybe they don't want to affect TIVO sales when customers find out how fundamentally flawed the TIVO is at current with its lack of Sky sports red button , BBC interactive and no PPV sport function.

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That's a very good point.

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Not that I'm being a misery guts as this doesn't affect me, but nothing on that statement about football... or match choice.... both of which i would imagine would be happening on Saturday...

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If you have been offered an additional free V+ it is actually not too much of a problem. It will be a problem signing up new customers (if they don't also get that offer) but then that hopefully gives them some impetus to sort this out sooner rather than later.

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Agreed but you shouldn't have to do that , on a STB lightyears ahead ;)

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I don't think match choice is being introduced until next season:(

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I did say NEARLY :)

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Is it that much of a problem because if it is then do something about.

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Do we know if that's official, MB, Ben?

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From the help article:

Sky Sports Red Button kicks off with its first sporting event on Thursday 28th April with International Cricket: West Indies v Pakistan. There is a schedule of events coming up including Masters Tennis and the Rugby Super League in May. (Events are subject to change without notice).

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Am im missing the part about match choice? (sorry if i am)

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minutes remaining (no red button)

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How advanced the product has little to do with it. Many products start out basic and have extras added later, the ps3 for instance. Another example is Sky's anytime + service where the majority couldn't access it all. i don't know if that's changed. So getting free multi room worth £7.00 or so is a pretty good compensation.

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The games not in HD , it was flagged as HD on Sky yesterday but now it's changed to SD . Game delayed due to rain

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I've read a lot of your posts on TIVO especially in the PQ thread , it seems like your trying to justify it to yourself.

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AFAIK red button will only appear when the cricket goes to the football..at that point you can press red and carry on with the cricket...anyways its raining so you're not missing anything LOL...

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Is that a joke? You have posted over and over why the Tivo isn't worth it after saying you were desperate to get one before you changed tv supplier. Should I accuse you of sour grapes. I am getting a Tivo fitted next week and have been offered a free V+. I think I am pretty qualified to say whether I think that is compensation for lack of red button (for me anyway).

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No it's not accuse me of what you want :D I have posted saying it's not worth it currently. Have I ever stated I would never get one ? Hope the PQ is ok for you ;)

I'm only pulling your leg pal ;) Enjoy your TIVO.

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It's no problem to me whatsoever, I'm one of the happiest Virgin customer you'll find. I added the smiley as I was breaking bad news to another member.

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To be fair VM did state the football would be available for the 2011/2012 season.

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Is there a link to that, fella? :)

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If you are prepared to accept the limitations in certain areas of the TiVo box at present and teething problems then go for it.
Personally, I have never brought into brand new Tech as I like things to do what they are supposed to and it drives me potty if they do not. I will wait until all the currant issues are sorted and then I shall re-evaluate TiVo.

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We’re giving you more control with Sky Sports red button.

Soon it will be even easier to catch your team on telly, thanks to the Sky Sports red button.

If they’re not showing on the main channel, all you need to do is press the red button on your remote control, and Bob’s your uncle, you can scroll through all the games and select your side. It’ll work for all 2011-2012 Barclays Premier League matches, plus any UEFA Champions League match, ATP tennis, US Open, Heineken Cup and more. Plus, your clever red button unlocks loads of news and stats, too. And an extra bonus, from late spring you can use it to track down smaller sports events, games or highlights, too. Just keep an eye out for the red button appearing on your Sky Sports premium channels. Nice one!

http://www.virginmediapeople.com/pri...fault.aspx#top

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Thanks mate... hmmm... wonder if that actually does mean match choice or only the ability to use the red button on the match you're watching... it's not clear to me.

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Yeah I'm not 100% sure myself .

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Can any of you lovely insiders clarify?
xxx

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Excellent :)

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you will not get match choice till 2011/12 season

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I think that's the Rugby union isn't it ,

http://www.superxv.com/

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Well at least its a start albeit a very slow start.

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OK Ken, thanks for the clarification. At least we know it's coming. My dad and brother in law will be happy...

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Heineken Cup on this weekend

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So why have they quoted Super league ??? I feel a complaint coming on

To quote from VM's own help site
There are plenty of Super league matches during May on Sky sports 1 and 2 sd and hd

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This will probably not appear till next seaon one suspects.

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So B4 Ken kindly answered i tweeted VM to ask if/when Match choice would be available... here's what i got...


virginmedia Virgin Media
@
@b*****y Can't say at the moment, but will keep you posted. MK
2 minutes ago


So who knows LOL

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As vague as usual.

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http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12946,00.html

See on the schedule were it says Super Rugby and I know this uses the red button, in fact look for the * at the side and as you can see its quite frequently used.

Rugby league schedule

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12944,00.html

No mention of red button.

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Ive also just tweeted...

If or WHEN it's coming...

They replied WHEN!!!! :)

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Thats me upset i don't care for the ballerina game called football :) , I much prefer a game where if a player goes down its for a reason other than an Oscar award :LOL:

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Me either... i'm a tennis fan...

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To right pal , its Super League or NRL for me :D

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i think it mite be coming 28th April 2012 lol i all so twittered them no reply yet

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Virgins vagueness and lack of communication is their biggest fault at times.

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Me either, its American Football or ice Hockey all the way for me. When your hit your hit in those games.:D

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Just ask anyone who's took a hit from Ray Lewis LOL :D

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I remember watching Canadian ice hockey whilst i was based in Alberta. The Calgary flames were the team we followed and to such exotic places as "moose jaw" and Medicine Hat. Can you imagine a footballer trying to get into one of those punch ups :LOL:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mlf4C0qNm0w

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVdsbYMjPc8

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I have family in different parts of Canada, they are mad for it out there, it dominates like football does here. There are leagues everywhere, my cousin still plays at 48, he must be a glutton for punishment:D

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help.virginmedia.com/system/selfservice.controller?CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&ARTICLE_ID =378401&CURRENT_CMD=SEARCH&CONFIGURATION=1002&PART ITION_ID=1&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTY=us&VM_CUS TOMER_TYPE=

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Your point or was it a failed attempt at a joke ?

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Please explain in layman,s terms please.

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It has gone quiet on here or is everybody sat at the front of their box waiting for 19.30:D:D:D:D

TICK,TOCK TICK,TOCK SLOWLY GOES THE CLOCK:erm: