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ozsat 03-04-2026 10:58
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Around 40million paid subscribers at end of 2025 and they offer a free service too.

UK was never going to take off - hardly any content put on it.

Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213393)
Yes, that’s true. How are Peacock’s viewing figures doing in the States? It never seemed to take off over here.

TimeLord2018 03-04-2026 11:16
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213390)
I didn’t say it wasn’t. But the thing is, with HBO Max, the availability of Sky Atlantic on Virgin Media and the obvious deterioration in the quality of content, the number of subscribers to NOW will reduce. The only questions are (1) by how many and (2) will Sky Studios be able to ramp up production to fill the gap?

That will determine whether NOW continues to be a viable and worthwhile operation, unless it can survive on peanuts.
Doesn't just have to be Sky Studios (and isn't) , Girl Of With Dragon Tattoo series ordered by Sky will be produced by Sony's Left Bank Pictures.
https://www.sky.com/watch/the-girl-w...-dragon-tattoo

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Quote:
Originally Posted by ozsat (Post 36213394)
Around 40million paid subscribers at end of 2025 and they offer a free service too.
Wasn't the free service discontinued

ozsat 03-04-2026 11:20
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
There is still a basic service available without a subscription - most stuff is blocked.

I know you had to pay to get sport and pay even more to remove ads.

Quote:
Originally Posted by TimeLord2018 (Post 36213395)
Wasn't the free service discontinued ?

TimeLord2018 03-04-2026 11:36
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
The paid tiers are now

Select (what the free tier used to be)
Premium
Premium Plus (no ads)

ozsat 03-04-2026 11:40
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
If you login without any sub there is some content still opening although most is marked upgrade.

Dateline started playing OK

Quote:
Originally Posted by TimeLord2018 (Post 36213398)
The tiers are now

Select (what the free tier used to be)
Premium
Premium Plus (no ads)

Phunkenstein 03-04-2026 11:50
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213390)
I didn’t say it wasn’t. But the thing is, with HBO Max, the availability of Sky Atlantic on Virgin Media and the obvious deterioration in the quality of content, the number of subscribers to NOW will reduce. The only questions are (1) by how many and (2) will Sky Studios be able to ramp up production to fill the gap?

That will determine whether NOW continues to be a viable and worthwhile operation, unless it can survive on peanuts.

I do think the loss of HBO needs to be taken in context... in terms of scripted programming they only ever delivered around a couple of hours of scripted programming a week in the best of times out of that pact... the way some people talk, they act like Sky's entire schedule compromised of HBO programming. In real terms, backfilling scripted HBO programming (regarding quantity) isn't exactly a huge endeavour.

OLD BOY 03-04-2026 12:16
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Phunkenstein (Post 36213400)
I do think the loss of HBO needs to be taken in context... in terms of scripted programming they only ever delivered around a couple of hours of scripted programming a week in the best of times out of that pact... the way some people talk, they act like Sky's entire schedule compromised of HBO programming. In real terms, backfilling scripted HBO programming (regarding quantity) isn't exactly a huge endeavour.
I think HBO captured the British imagination. A lot of Sky Atlantic has always been junk, but it’s the content that excels that people go for. One of two HBO episodes each week was enough to gather a lot of interest.

I know that Sky will still be able to commission some material from some studios, but so much now is directed at the streamers by the studios, that there’s not a lot of good stuff left over these days.

I think it is worth pointing out that NOW is competing with those streamers, and if it cannot find enough exclusive content to make it interesting, it could sink without trace.

Legendkiller2k 03-04-2026 14:51
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213390)
I didn’t say it wasn’t. But the thing is, with HBO Max, the availability of Sky Atlantic on Virgin Media and the obvious deterioration in the quality of content, the number of subscribers to NOW will reduce. The only questions are (1) by how many and (2) will Sky Studios be able to ramp up production to fill the gap?

That will determine whether NOW continues to be a viable and worthwhile operation, unless it can survive on peanuts.
No it won't people don't want to be locked into 24 month contracts, NOW also includes HBOMAX.

TimeLord2018 03-04-2026 15:02
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
HBO Max basic with ads was really designed for Now.

It doesn't show up automatically on hbomax.com , you have to click "see more monthly plans"

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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213401)
I think HBO captured the British imagination. A lot of Sky Atlantic has always been junk, but it’s the content that excels that people go for. One of two HBO episodes each week was enough to gather a lot of interest.

I know that Sky will still be able to commission some material from some studios, but so much now is directed at the streamers by the studios, that there’s not a lot of good stuff left over these days.

I think it is worth pointing out that NOW is competing with those streamers, and if it cannot find enough exclusive content to make it interesting, it could sink without trace.
Sky don't just commission programming, they acquire - NBCU, Sony, Fifth Season, A24 ,Bell Media, and even still Paramount and so on. I am sure Sky as whole will be fine.

Phunkenstein 03-04-2026 18:40
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213401)
I think HBO captured the British imagination. A lot of Sky Atlantic has always been junk, but it’s the content that excels that people go for. One of two HBO episodes each week was enough to gather a lot of interest.

I know that Sky will still be able to commission some material from some studios, but so much now is directed at the streamers by the studios, that there’s not a lot of good stuff left over these days.

I think it is worth pointing out that NOW is competing with those streamers, and if it cannot find enough exclusive content to make it interesting, it could sink without trace.
You can't dispute the HBO brand equity- and one which has probably been bolstered by Sky having that content brigaded in one place - but whether the non-HBO slate is junk or not is a wholly subjective take and having watched a good chunk of it, I've found there's a lot of decent to really good stuff there, whether original, co-pro or acquired...

Also I don't recall White House Plumbers, The Idol, Somebody Somewhere or Perry Mason setting the discourse alight in the UK... so probably worth keeping in perspective how successful a lot of HBO programming is outside of those few drama tentpoles... and given Sky quickly ordered a second season of the Dyers Caravan Park, not sure we could always say with certainty that audiences always seek excellence (but don't be surprised if Danny Dyer in a caravan outrates a lot of the HBO prestige stuff).

In regards to availability of new material, bit of an odd thing to assume when there has been an overall downturn in original scripted programming being commissioned by streaming services (down 24% year on year based on recent research by Ampere) ... and to be honest Sky likely wouldn't be bidding for most of that given their localised nature so I'm not sure we can confidently evidence that globally scaled streaming services are eating up every new script in the market... plus let's not forget Sky remain adjacent to NBCUniversal & Comcast so they're not exactly out there alone or at the pauper's table...

And has NOW, a platform that has never seemingly been a priority for Sky and one that has rarely broken the 2m mark in the Uk ever been a real competitor for Amazon (13.8M) and Netflix (around 18m)?

Paul 03-04-2026 19:56
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Phunkenstein (Post 36213408)
And has NOW, a platform that has never seemingly been a priority for Sky and one that has rarely broken the 2m mark in the Uk ever been a real competitor for Amazon (13.8M) and Netflix (around 18m)?
Now has never really tried that hard to get customers.
Its still cheaper then the Sky Stream 31 day alternative (esp with the current offers).

vincerooney 04-04-2026 00:20
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
how bad are the adverts on the cheap hbo max plan?

SonicMaster 04-04-2026 12:06
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Virgin TV Ultra HD channel highlights for April 2026

https://www.virginmedia.com/the-edit...-virgin-tv-uhd

Films include:

First Man
Atomic Blonde
Twister
Split
Us
The Invisible Man
The 40-Year-Old Virgin
Mary Queen Of Scots
The Beguiled
8 Mile
Playmobil: The Movie

Itshim 04-04-2026 13:04
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by SonicMaster (Post 36213420)
Virgin TV Ultra HD channel highlights for April 2026

https://www.virginmedia.com/the-edit...-virgin-tv-uhd

Films include:

First Man
Atomic Blonde
Twister
Split
Us
The Invisible Man
The 40-Year-Old Virgin
Mary Queen Of Scots
The Beguiled
8 Mile
Playmobil: The Movie
Enjoyed Mary Queen of Scots , may try invisible man

RichardCoulter 05-04-2026 16:40
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213376)
I did respond to your question about ‘suggestions’ and I told you there was a separate row of tiles for that on the Home page.

I don’t doubt that they are trying to wean people off the V6 - after all, they are having to pay a licence fee to TiVo for their features.

It’s hardly ‘sly’ - it’s pretty obvious really!
So a row of tiles appears with programme suggestions based on one's viewing habits, instead of the previous TiVo suggestions facility, have I understood correctly?

What other replacements for missing TiVo features are there?

The Sly behaviour of Virgin is how they are pushing the 360 onto customers as if it's the best thing since sliced bread. The whole 'You're getting an upgrade', as if there is no alternative, no mention of the loss of features and withholding Sky Atlantic from the V6 EPG, whilst openly saying that V6 customers must change to inferior software on their box in order to get the channel, when this is totally untrue.

I have a V6 and have been casting it to my TV via Virgin TV Go on & off over the weekend (wasn't particularly impressed with it tbh.)

This is what I mean by sly manipulation.

Legendkiller2k 06-04-2026 14:29
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213440)
So a row of tiles appears with programme suggestions based on one's viewing habits, instead of the previous TiVo suggestions facility, have I understood correctly?

What other replacements for missing TiVo features are there?

The Sly behaviour of Virgin is how they are pushing the 360 onto customers as if it's the best thing since sliced bread. The whole 'You're getting an upgrade', as if there is no alternative, no mention of the loss of features and withholding Sky Atlantic from the V6 EPG, whilst openly saying that V6 customers must change to inferior software on their box in order to get the channel, when this is totally untrue.

I have a V6 and have been casting it to my TV via Virgin TV Go on & off over the weekend (wasn't particularly impressed with it tbh.)

This is what I mean by sly manipulation.
You seem to be on a crusade against SKY and VM, don't be worrying about the 360 or v6 or SKYQ both vm and SKY are focusing more on their stream boxes now.
Even i've eased up on vm lol

Itshim 06-04-2026 16:26
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Legendkiller2k (Post 36213470)
You seem to be on a crusade against SKY and VM, don't be worrying about the 360 or v6 or SKYQ both vm and SKY are focusing more on their stream boxes now.
Even i've eased up on vm lol
As you say the push is towards streaming, not sure why anyone would choose virgin for that. :erm:still doubt is will be to much of a problem for my age group :angel:

Paul 06-04-2026 16:57
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
I guess if you have Virgin BB, and ther prices are ok, having their stream tv would make sense.

Itshim 06-04-2026 18:14
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36213473)
I guess if you have Virgin BB, and ther prices are ok, having their stream tv would make sense.
Freely box costs about £70 now TV on offer for around £7 per month so what £12.88 per month for the first year then what ever Now costs second year , they will have to pretty low give it's type of contract :erm:

OLD BOY 06-04-2026 19:03
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213440)
So a row of tiles appears with programme suggestions based on one's viewing habits, instead of the previous TiVo suggestions facility, have I understood correctly?
Yes, tiles with the name of the programme and a representative picture on each one, instead of a list. Is that a problem?

Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213440)


The Sly behaviour of Virgin is how they are pushing the 360 onto customers as if it's the best thing since sliced bread. The whole 'You're getting an upgrade', as if there is no alternative, no mention of the loss of features and withholding Sky Atlantic from the V6 EPG, whilst openly saying that V6 customers must change to inferior software on their box in order to get the channel, when this is totally untrue.
Oh, do come on, Richard! Since when did any company promote a product by telling people about the ‘downsides’ as some may see them.

360s are better in that they have modern features that the V6s don’t have. The V6 does have some little used features that are not on the 360, but so what? If you want to keep the V6 with its TiVo features, and a few on here do, nobody’s taking it away are they? At least so far.

But hey, eat this. If they wanted to, Virgin could simply upgrade your software to 360 by way of an update. You know, like they do on your iPhone.

If Virgin were bad guys, they would have done it by now.

Itshim 07-04-2026 13:29
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36213480)
Yes, tiles with the name of the programme and a representative picture on each one, instead of a list. Is that a problem?



Oh, do come on, Richard! Since when did any company promote a product by telling people about the ‘downsides’ as some may see them.

360s are better in that they have modern features that the V6s don’t have. The V6 does have some little used features that are not on the 360, but so what? If you want to keep the V6 with its TiVo features, and a few on here do, nobody’s taking it away are they? At least so far.

But hey, eat this. If they wanted to, Virgin could simply upgrade your software to 360 by way of an update. You know, like they do on your iPhone.

If Virgin were bad guys, they would have done it by now.
My point earlier on if they want to they can. Still I am a if it ain't broke don't fix it guy. And the V6 works for me

RichardCoulter 07-04-2026 13:45
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Just found out that those who pay a little extra for Now TV (Boost) to obtain the channels without adverts (and other benefits) also get HBO ad free.

I had thought that, as the extra hadn't been paid for to HBO, that accessing HBO via the Now app would have resulted in ads being shown.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36213410)
Now has never really tried that hard to get customers.
Its still cheaper then the Sky Stream 31 day alternative (esp with the current offers).
Now that the PQ can be improved, I don't understand why Sky Sports customers don't use Sky Sports instead of Sky/Virgin. By playing the cancellation game it can be had for £19.99 and Boost for £2. Only thing is they can't record, but I assume that the live sport is put onto VOD??

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Quote:
Originally Posted by Legendkiller2k (Post 36213470)
You seem to be on a crusade against SKY and VM, don't be worrying about the 360 or v6 or SKYQ both vm and SKY are focusing more on their stream boxes now.
Even i've eased up on vm lol
When the time comes i'll be looking into the generic boxes that are available that record Freesat, Freevuew and IPTV. For any pay content i'll dip in/out of streaming services, probably Now/HBO.

Legendkiller2k 07-04-2026 15:06
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36213471)
As you say the push is towards streaming, not sure why anyone would choose virgin for that. :erm:still doubt is will be to much of a problem for my age group :angel:
Tbh i'm quite happy with toob as my isp and sky stream.
But from what i've seen on yt the vm stream tv box is pretty decent so anyone on vm bb has that option.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213498)
Just found out that those who pay a little extra for Now TV (Boost) to obtain the channels without adverts (and other benefits) also get HBO ad free.

I had thought that, as the extra hadn't been paid for to HBO, that accessing HBO via the Now app would have resulted in ads being shown.

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Now that the PQ can be improved, I don't understand why Sky Sports customers don't use Sky Sports instead of Sky/Virgin. By playing the cancellation game it can be had for £19.99 and Boost for £2. Only thing is they can't record, but I assume that the live sport is put onto VOD??

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When the time comes i'll be looking into the generic boxes that are available that record Freesat, Freevuew and IPTV. For any pay content i'll dip in/out of streaming services, probably Now/HBO.
Have you looked into freely?

Itshim 07-04-2026 18:18
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Legendkiller2k (Post 36213503)
Tbh i'm quite happy with toob as my isp and sky stream.
But from what i've seen on yt the vm stream tv box is pretty decent so anyone on vm bb has that option.

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Have you looked into freely?
That is my most likely choice should I need to move

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Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36213473)
I guess if you have Virgin BB, and ther prices are ok, having their stream tv would make sense.
Flipped around a few reviews, seems to be the worst of the lot :shocked:

Paul 07-04-2026 18:21
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Worse in what way ?

RichardCoulter 07-04-2026 19:45
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Legendkiller2k (Post 36213503)
Tbh i'm quite happy with toob as my isp and sky stream.
But from what i've seen on yt the vm stream tv box is pretty decent so anyone on vm bb has that option.

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Have you looked into freely?
Yes, the new Humax box was said to able to receive & record Freeview, the free satellite channels and IPTV. When it came out it turned out that it couldn't receive satellite and cannot record IPTV channels.

TimeLord2018 08-04-2026 00:02
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213521)
Yes, the new Humax box was said to able to receive & record Freeview, the free satellite channels and IPTV. When it came out it turned out that it couldn't receive satellite and cannot record IPTV channels.
Said by who ?

RichardCoulter 08-04-2026 01:49
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by TimeLord2018 (Post 36213538)
Said by who ?
The reports/write ups about it. Not a problem really, just been looking at a box fir about £70 rhat can do all this, the GTMEDIA GT COMBO 4K Android 9.0 (Hybrid.)

vincerooney 08-04-2026 02:12
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36213515)
Worse in what way ?
i'd be intrigued to hear this too. its got good reviews from what i can see!

Legendkiller2k 08-04-2026 02:19
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213521)
Yes, the new Humax box was said to able to receive & record Freeview, the free satellite channels and IPTV. When it came out it turned out that it couldn't receive satellite and cannot record IPTV channels.
It was never said it'd be for satellite, just freeview and freely and yes only records freeview at the moment.

Taz2k 08-04-2026 05:12
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Legendkiller2k (Post 36213542)
It was never said it'd be for satellite, just freeview and freely and yes only records freeview at the moment.
It records in Freely via aerial mode. If you're looking for the Freeview channels numbers you will get very confused very quickly.

You are right about satellite, Humax DTT recorders haven't traditionally included satellite tuners.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213498)
Just found out that those who pay a little extra for Now TV (Boost) to obtain the channels without adverts (and other benefits) also get HBO ad free.

I had thought that, as the extra hadn't been paid for to HBO, that accessing HBO via the Now app would have resulted in ads being shown.
It acts the same way as other Now streams. Without any form of "Boost" it will run at 720P with ads, with "Boost" you'll get 1080P or 4K depending on the level, both without ads. If you activate the HBOmax app option, watching via that app will show ads whether you have a Now boost or not.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213540)
The reports/write ups about it. Not a problem really, just been looking at a box fir about £70 rhat can do all this, the GTMEDIA GT COMBO 4K Android 9.0 (Hybrid.)
Be careful with that, it looks interesting but check the specs. Does it have a hard drive or simply record to a USB stick? (as some TVs do). Chinese Android TV boxes are notoriously full of malware, I wouldn't touch them with a bargepole.

Itshim 08-04-2026 10:43
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36213515)
Worse in what way ?
Type in virgin streaming box reviews. They question , note I am not ai:dunce: having to have virgin bb ( so it's a long term contract) . Performance is poor, . Just suggest that others are better value, nothing new in that.

TimeLord2018 08-04-2026 11:27
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Taz2k (Post 36213544)
It records in Freely via aerial mode. If you're looking for the Freeview channels numbers you will get very confused very quickly.

You are right about satellite, Humax DTT recorders haven't traditionally included satellite tuners.

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It acts the same way as other Now streams. Without any form of "Boost" it will run at 720P with ads, with "Boost" you'll get 1080P or 4K depending on the level, both without ads. If you activate the HBOmax app option, watching via that app will show ads whether you have a Now boost or not.

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Be careful with that, it looks interesting but check the specs. Does it have a hard drive or simply record to a USB stick? (as some TVs do). Chinese Android TV boxes are notoriously full of malware, I wouldn't touch them with a bargepole.
And very clearly designed not to devalue to Sky Cinema since it doesn't include new Warner films via HBO Max on Now as they will continue to be shown on Sky Cinema aswell e.g Wuthering Heights on 1st May alongside Universal, Paramount and Sony (until 2027 ?)

RichardCoulter 08-04-2026 16:10
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Yes, it's only a shopping channel, but is this a further sign of the difficulties faced by linear channels that don't receive a cut of the subscription fees?

Ironically, when it started, QVC was a pay channel!

https://www.broadbandtvnews.com/2026...future-of-qvc/

TimeLord2018 09-04-2026 19:53
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36213583)
Yes, it's only a shopping channel, but is this a further sign of the difficulties faced by linear channels that don't receive a cut of the subscription fees?

Ironically, when it started, QVC was a pay channel!

https://www.broadbandtvnews.com/2026...future-of-qvc/
Do people really still buy from shopping channels ?

vincerooney 09-04-2026 23:49
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
whats the latest v6 software version?

Media Boy UK 10-04-2026 03:40
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
I have been reports early this week that the following channels may close on Virgin Channel 159 today:

*London TV
*Liverpool TV
*Tyne and Wear TV
*Bristol TV
*Cardiff TV
*Leeds TV
*Birmingham TV
*Teesside TV

newapollo 10-04-2026 03:45
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy UK (Post 36213700)
I have been reports early this week that the following channels may close on Virgin Channel 159 today:

*London TV
*Liverpool TV
*Tyne and Wear TV
*Bristol TV
*Cardiff TV
*Leeds TV
*Birmingham TV
*Teesside TV
Channel 159 Teesside TV has been removed.

Taz2k 10-04-2026 08:07
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by TimeLord2018 (Post 36213567)
And very clearly designed not to devalue to Sky Cinema since it doesn't include new Warner films via HBO Max on Now as they will continue to be shown on Sky Cinema aswell e.g Wuthering Heights on 1st May alongside Universal, Paramount and Sony (until 2027 ?)
Which does make sense to be honest. Now TV users have to buy both the entertainment and cinema options to get access to all of the content on the Now app.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy UK (Post 36213700)
I have been reports early this week that the following channels may close on Virgin Channel 159 today:

*London TV
*Liverpool TV
*Tyne and Wear TV
*Bristol TV
*Cardiff TV
*Leeds TV
*Birmingham TV
*Teesside TV
And the rest from what I'm hearing. So Virgin TV now gets to auction channel 159 to the highest bidder. There has also been a minor reshuffle of channel numbers in the sport section.

Media Boy UK 10-04-2026 08:31
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Taz2k (Post 36213707)
Which does make sense to be honest. Now TV users have to buy both the entertainment and cinema options to get access to all of the content on the Now app.

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And the rest from what I'm hearing. So Virgin TV now gets to auction channel 159 to the highest bidder. There has also been a minor reshuffle of channel numbers in the sport section.
Some other channels still use channel 159 after today. anyway virgin has higher numbers free.

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EPG SLOT UNUSE:

141.
142.
143.
145.
153.
155.
157.
158.
160.
163.
167.
173.
184.
185.
188.
189.
190.
191.

Channel still on Channel 159:

That's TV Humber
That's TV East
Latest TV
That's TV South Yorkshire
That's Belfast
That's TV West Anglia
That's TV South Wales
KMTV

Taz2k 10-04-2026 08:46
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy UK (Post 36213709)
Some other channels still use channel 159 after today. anyway virgin has higher numbers free.

...

Channel still on Channel 159:

That's TV Humber
That's TV East
Latest TV
That's TV South Yorkshire
That's Belfast
That's TV West Anglia
That's TV South Wales
KMTV
Thanks for taking the time to list those channels but they have also been removed, that's what I meant by 'and the rest'. Maybe the fact that South Yorkshire & Belfast hadn't bothered to change from their old names was an indication that the channels wouldn't be on Virgin in the long term.

Itshim 10-04-2026 13:31
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
[QUOTE=TimeLord2018;36213678]Do people really still buy from shopping channels ?[/QUOTtE
QVC USA is looking at going in to receivership.

TimeLord2018 10-04-2026 16:37
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Sky Cinema Animation closes on 30th April at 6am, with more Animation films airing on Sky Cinema Family instead

newapollo 13-04-2026 12:52
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
FAST channel 253 Eggheads has been removed.

The online EPG's are still incorrectly transposing FAST channels 251 as Tipping Point and 252 as Mythbusters.

It's likely that 8 Out of 10 Cats and Pointless will shortly be added to the FAST channels. They have been testing since 18th March.

Panjab TV was testing from 18th March but the pre-launch service was removed from the SDT without launching on 9th April.

SonicMaster 13-04-2026 17:00
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by newapollo (Post 36213886)
FAST channel 253 Eggheads has been removed.

The online EPG's are still incorrectly transposing FAST channels 251 as Tipping Point and 252 as Mythbusters.

It's likely that 8 Out of 10 Cats and Pointless will shortly be added to the FAST channels. They have been testing since 18th March.

Panjab TV was testing from 18th March but the pre-launch service was removed from the SDT without launching on 9th April.
Despite publishing the April 2026 Channel Guide on 1st April, the day that Sky Atlantic was added to Virgin TV, they still haven't added it to the Channel Guide.

VM isn't known for it's accuracy or attention to detail!

Frazz 15-04-2026 21:13
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Got an email with the link to activate HBO max, installed the app to my TV so can keep the superior tivo v6

TimeLord2018 18-04-2026 19:05
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by SonicMaster (Post 36213900)
Despite publishing the April 2026 Channel Guide on 1st April, the day that Sky Atlantic was added to Virgin TV, they still haven't added it to the Channel Guide.

VM isn't known for it's accuracy or attention to detail!
Can say that again

Itshim 18-04-2026 19:38
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Frazz (Post 36213973)
Got an email with the link to activate HBO max, installed the app to my TV so can keep the superior tivo v6
Virgin TV go can be actived on a smart TV. Giving sky Atlantic with out changing boxes

Media Boy UK 18-04-2026 22:41
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Rumour: QVC Channels may close next month

https://x.com/PopeyeFreeview/status/2045221731820827061

vincerooney 19-04-2026 01:13
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
any 360 box updates incoming do we know?

Itshim 19-04-2026 09:42
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy UK (Post 36214119)
Rumour: QVC Channels may close next month

https://x.com/PopeyeFreeview/status/2045221731820827061
Posted that QVC USA is about to filling for bankruptcy a week ago

---------- Post added at 10:42 ---------- Previous post was at 10:41 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 36214122)
any 360 box updates incoming do we know?
Thought it is perfect :shocked:

OLD BOY 19-04-2026 12:08
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214127)

Thought it is perfect :shocked:
It is working well. I think he’s asking about additional features and new apps.

Media Boy UK 19-04-2026 14:06
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy UK (Post 36214119)
Rumour: QVC Channels may close next month

https://x.com/PopeyeFreeview/status/2045221731820827061
QVC Channel Files Bankruptcy to Cut $5 Billion of Debt

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/artic...-checkout=true

QVC UK launched on 1 October 1993, becoming the UK's first full-time home shopping channel, and in 1998 the UK venture turned its first net profit (£12.5 million), against a loss of £228,000 in 1997. Originally 20% owned by Sky, it became a wholly owned subsidiary of the US broadcaster in 2004.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QVC_(British_TV_channel)

vincerooney 19-04-2026 17:15
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214127)
Posted that QVC USA is about to filling for bankruptcy a week ago

---------- Post added at 10:42 ---------- Previous post was at 10:41 ----------


Thought it is perfect :shocked:
it is perfect! i just like the enhancements they roll out periodically. i used to like them when the v6 would get them until it was discontinued for being old software

Itshim 19-04-2026 17:43
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by media boy uk (Post 36214149)
qvc channel files bankruptcy to cut $5 billion of debt

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/artic...-checkout=true

qvc uk launched on 1 october 1993, becoming the uk's first full-time home shopping channel, and in 1998 the uk venture turned its first net profit (£12.5 million), against a loss of £228,000 in 1997. Originally 20% owned by sky, it became a wholly owned subsidiary of the us broadcaster in 2004.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/qvc_(british_tv_channel)
told you so

---------- Post added at 18:43 ---------- Previous post was at 18:40 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 36214162)
it is perfect! i just like the enhancements they roll out periodically. i used to like them when the v6 would get them until it was discontinued for being old software
Surely you can't improve on " perfection " so what enhancements would you add to a perfect machine, remember TiVo hold copyright :shocked:

OLD BOY 19-04-2026 18:55
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214167)


Surely you can't improve on " perfection " so what enhancements would you add to a perfect machine, remember TiVo hold copyright :shocked:
Don’t dwell in the past, Itshim. Things move on all the time. But not so, sadly, for the V6 boxes.

Itshim 19-04-2026 19:46
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36214170)
Don’t dwell in the past, Itshim. Things move on all the time. But not so, sadly, for the V6 boxes.
What has the V6 got to do with anything? Things move on , or sideways, in some peoples opinion backwards. Vince calls the 360 perfect, yet wants changes or at least improvements, I mearly pointed out that TiVo hold a number of patients . Asking what they ( the changes or improvemnts ) might be :confused:

OLD BOY 19-04-2026 22:27
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214172)
What has the V6 got to do with anything? Things move on , or sideways, in some peoples opinion backwards. Vince calls the 360 perfect, yet wants changes or at least improvements, I mearly pointed out that TiVo hold a number of patients . Asking what they ( the changes or improvemnts ) might be :confused:
Even the most advanced boxes improve over time. That’s the point I was making, in a direct response to your post.

Itshim 20-04-2026 07:09
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36214180)
Even the most advanced boxes improve over time. That’s the point I was making, in a direct response to your post.
Sorry I don't see your point. The question was and still is this . As the 360 is perfect. His statement. What does he want done to it. Ie my car is great but would like seats that can turned and lowered when "out of the car" . So again the only question is I hope this is simple enough for you to understand, what does he want added and or changed :confused:

nomadking 20-04-2026 09:11
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Seeing as the V6 can run TV 360, then there's nothing wrong with V6.

Carth 20-04-2026 09:26
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214184)
Sorry I don't see your point. The question was and still is this . As the 360 is perfect. His statement. What does he want done to it. Ie my car is great but would like seats that can turned and lowered when "out of the car" . So again the only question is I hope this is simple enough for you to understand, what does he want added and or changed :confused:
Probably off topic slightly here but I'm in the same corner as Itshim.
There are people in many companies being paid vast amounts of money to change, alter or redesign something that works perfectly and isn't broken.

I've no idea why they do this, and truth be told I've noticed over many years that anything 'new and improved' invariably fails to live up to that statement, and is often of poorer quality . . . . with the oh so obvious and obligatory price increase that accompanies it.

nodrogd 20-04-2026 11:01
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Carth (Post 36214191)
Probably off topic slightly here but I'm in the same corner as Itshim.
There are people in many companies being paid vast amounts of money to change, alter or redesign something that works perfectly and isn't broken.

I've no idea why they do this, and truth be told I've noticed over many years that anything 'new and improved' invariably fails to live up to that statement, and is often of poorer quality . . . . with the oh so obvious and obligatory price increase that accompanies it.
Usually these changes hardware wise come from things being made more cheaply. A good example is our old tumble dryer, which packed in after 25 years service. We managed to get a modern equivalent model from the same company, but looking at the build quality & components used now we will be lucky if it keeps going for half the time the old one did.

RichardCoulter 20-04-2026 11:25
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 36214162)
it is perfect! i just like the enhancements they roll out periodically. i used to like them when the v6 would get them until it was discontinued for being old software
It hasn't been discontinued and is used by the majority of TV customers. There's little point in again listing the reasons why most customers don't want it as you've been told often enough.

Itshim 20-04-2026 11:33
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36214199)
It hasn't been discontinued and is used by the majority of TV customers. There's little point in again listing the reasons why most customers don't want it as you've been told often enough.
And yet he cannot say what he would add or change. So clearly not perfect or why want anything at all. For the record I don't care what box I have, just don't see the reason to change .show me the carrot that I would care for and I. Will .

Carth 20-04-2026 12:32
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214202)
And yet he cannot say what he would add or change. So clearly not perfect or why want anything at all. For the record I don't care what box I have, just don't see the reason to change .show me the carrot that I would care for and I. Will .
I think that's much of the Worlds problems, too many people jump for the shiny new carrot (with added Xenchlorastic particles and hypnoblogaintit coating for extra strength and durability)

:D

Itshim 20-04-2026 14:01
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Carth (Post 36214203)
I think that's much of the Worlds problems, too many people jump for the shiny new carrot (with added Xenchlorastic particles and hypnoblogaintit coating for extra strength and durability)

:D
There is nothing that you or I can do for the worlds problem. Let's face it this country put Starmer and co in. So I seek out carrots when ever I can find them. The. 360 set up lacks any for me . I think freely along with virgin TV go , is the best I can hope for. Which let's be honest is poor.

Media Boy UK 20-04-2026 15:43
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Sky Forum has revealed that That's TV 3 will become known as That's 20th Century from wednesday.

Itshim 21-04-2026 20:04
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
QVC's parent company, QVC Group, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to restructure and reduce its debt from approximately $6.6 billion to $1.3 billion. Despite this, the company plans to continue operations as usual, with no layoffs or interruptions in service for customers.

https://www.cableforum.uk/images/local/2026/04/1.ico Fox Business you saw it on this site first from me not media boy days later

Paul 21-04-2026 20:37
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
It must be nice to owe $1.3 Billion and yet still just carry on as normal.

newapollo 21-04-2026 20:38
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214267)
QVC's parent company, QVC Group, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to restructure and reduce its debt from approximately $6.6 billion to $1.3 billion. Despite this, the company plans to continue operations as usual, with no layoffs or interruptions in service for customers.

https://www.cableforum.uk/images/local/2026/04/1.ico Fox Business you saw it on this site first from me not media boy days later
The UK version will probably be OK. See https://rxtvinfo.com/2026/qvc-on-the...-be-concerned/

QVC stresses that subsidiaries outside of the US are not part of the bankruptcy proceedings. The only exception is a non-operating subsidiary in Luxembourg.

The company’s global business activities continue as usual – including customer-facing activities in the UK, Germany, Japan, and Italy. Payments to suppliers and vendors are being made as normal in all these regions.

As a result, QVC UK is expected to continue broadcasting, selling goods and services as normal.

Itshim 22-04-2026 07:05
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by newapollo (Post 36214273)
The UK version will probably be OK. See https://rxtvinfo.com/2026/qvc-on-the...-be-concerned/

QVC stresses that subsidiaries outside of the US are not part of the bankruptcy proceedings. The only exception is a non-operating subsidiary in Luxembourg.

The company’s global business activities continue as usual – including customer-facing activities in the UK, Germany, Japan, and Italy. Payments to suppliers and vendors are being made as normal in all these regions.

As a result, QVC UK is expected to continue broadcasting, selling goods and services as normal.
You trust big business ! Please send me your details :p:. I don't use QVC but if I did I would first get a credit card :shocked:

denphone 22-04-2026 14:20
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36214271)
It must be nice to owe $1.3 Billion and yet still just carry on as normal.
This happens quite a bit as quite a few firms carry significant debt, the problem comes when they cannot service their debts.

RichardCoulter 22-04-2026 15:10
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 36214300)
This happens quite a bit as quite a few firms carry significant debt, the problem comes when they cannot service their debts.
...and it often gets written off by various means. However, if you or I fell behind with our council tax by just one payment, just watch them act without impunity.

Carth 22-04-2026 16:10
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 36214300)
This happens quite a bit as quite a few firms carry significant debt, the problem comes when they cannot service their debts.
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36214303)
...and it often gets written off by various means. However, if you or I fell behind with our council tax by just one payment, just watch them act without impunity.
Yes but we aren't a major innovative business keeping the country afloat with the massive amounts of tax they pay :rofl:

Itshim 22-04-2026 16:40
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
I am amazed at the prices they charge, even more suprised that people pay them , the odd bargain agreed but perhaps 1 a day at most .

vincerooney 02-05-2026 20:40
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
the shopping channels are going out of business and soon the porn channels will go like babestation...

the end of an era

Itshim 03-05-2026 08:28
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 36214802)
the shopping channels are going out of business and soon the porn channels will go like babestation...

the end of an era
Something you watch , wondering as your choice of site, I've never heard of it:erm:

ozsat 03-05-2026 09:07
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
The thing is they could sell a £100 gift card for £1,000 - and then it reduces in price down to £200 - so a massive 80% discount. Some people will buy it. Some a gulable and others just addicted.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214314)
I am amazed at the prices they charge, even more suprised that people pay them , the odd bargain agreed but perhaps 1 a day at most .

vincerooney 03-05-2026 12:47
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by ozsat (Post 36214811)
The thing is they could sell a £100 gift card for £1,000 - and then it reduces in price down to £200 - so a massive 80% discount. Some people will buy it. Some a gulable and others just addicted.
surely there must be genuine offers and discounts for it to have lasted so long!

Carth 03-05-2026 16:34
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
the phrase "one born every minute" springs to mind ;)

RichardCoulter 05-05-2026 16:44
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Virgin TV streaming channels will be removed from the V6 on 2/6/26. I think i'll survive...

Itshim 05-05-2026 18:09
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36214944)
Virgin TV streaming channels will be removed from the V6 on 2/6/26. I think i'll survive...
So you get Netflix added and then taken away, or doesn't that count :erm:

nomadking 05-05-2026 18:20
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214952)
So you get Netflix added and then taken away, or doesn't that count :erm:
EPG doesn't say anything about Netflix or Amazon Prime.
Says only VM streaming channels, BritClassic and Wedo Movies are going as well, and they are recent additions. Along with Red Bull TV and something about "TraceSptStr"(sports streaming).

Itshim 05-05-2026 18:33
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by nomadking (Post 36214953)
EPG doesn't say anything about Netflix or Amazon Prime.
Says only VM streaming channels, BritClassic and Wedo Movies are going as well, and they are recent additions. Along with Red Bull TV and something about "TraceSptStr"(sports streaming).
Sorry you are saying it's channels listed in the epg not ones access by apps ie itv x , Netflix, U.

Carth 05-05-2026 18:37
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
I'm going to presume that everything VM (and others) are removing will still be available somewhere on a firestick?

:shrug:

Itshim 05-05-2026 18:43
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Carth (Post 36214955)
I'm going to presume that everything VM (and others) are removing will still be available somewhere on a firestick?

:shrug:
Other means are available, mine with be smart TV which I have on at this moment ;)

newapollo 05-05-2026 18:59
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
I haven't got a V6, I have the 360 box. However without seeing the email or onscreen entries for the channels, I suggest that they are referring to the FAST aka streaming channels.

The channels would be between 220 and 254 on the V6 boxes (FAST channels 277, 278 and 279 were only available on the Stream and 360 boxes.)

The other channels being removed would be FAST music channels 296, 297, 298 and 299, FAST Movie channels 450 and 451, also possibly the 4 FAST Rakuten Movie channels on 461,462,463, and 464 and the two FAST Sports channels on 540 and 541.

220 Inside Crime UK Hearst Networks UK
221 Real Wild Little Dot Studios
222 Mystery TV Hearst Networks UK
223 HauntTV Blue Ant Media
224 History Hit History Hit
227 U&The Past UKTV (BBC Studios)
228 U&Real Heroes UKTV (BBC Studios)
229 U&Transport UKTV (BBC Studios)
230 Homes Under the Hammer All3Media
231 Inside Out All3Media
232 World War TV Hearst Networks UK
233 Hell's Kitchen ITV Studios
234 History Hunters Hearst Networks UK
237 Real Crime Little Dot Studios
238 Wonder Little Dot Studios
241 U&Laughs U&Laughs
243 The Chat Show Channel Little Dot Studios
244 Baywatch Fremantle
245 Nature Time Blue Ant Media
250 Deal or No Deal Banijay Group
251 Mythbusters Banijay Group
252 Tipping Point Banijay Group
254 Deal Masters Hearst Networks UK
277 5 Cops Paramount Skydance Corporation
278 Catfish Paramount Skydance Corporation
279 CSI Paramount Skydance Corporation
296 Stingray Classica Stingray Group
297 Stingray djazz Stingray Group
298 Zen Life Stingray Group
299 Qello Concerts Stingray Group
450 British Screen Classics StudioCanal & ITV Studios
451 wedomoviestv wedotv (Video Solutions AG)
460 Rakuten TV Top Movies Rakuten Group
461 Rakuten TV Action Rakuten Group
462 Rakuten TV Drama Rakuten Group
463 Rakuten TV Cpmedy Rakuten Group
464 Rakuten TV SCI-FI Rakuten Group
540 Red Bull TV Red Bull Media House
541 Trace Sports Stars Trace Group

Itshim 05-05-2026 19:51
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
[QUOTE=newapollo;36214959]I haven't got a V6, I have the 360 box. However without seeing the email or onscreen entries for the channels, I suggest that they are referring to the FAST aka streaming channels.

The channels would be between 220 and 254 on the V6 boxes (FAST channels 277, 278 and 279 were only available on the Stream and 360 boxes.)

The other channels being removed would be FAST music channels 296, 297, 298 and 299, FAST Movie channels 450 and 451, also possibly the 4 FAST Rakuten Movie channels on 461,462,463, and 464 and the two FAST Sports channels on 540 and 541.


Can anyone confirm this. Have to say if that's it l don't care, sorry if you do :erm:

RichardCoulter 05-05-2026 20:56
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214957)
Other means are available, mine with be smart TV which I have on at this moment ;)
Exactly. I doubt that most will care and those that do can continue watching via alternative means.

I expect the next part of the 'stick' will be to remove premium movie channels, then premium sport before starting on basic entertainment channels.

Taz2k 05-05-2026 22:28
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36214944)
Virgin TV streaming channels will be removed from the V6 on 2/6/26. I think i'll survive...
Oh well! they run much more smoothly on a Roku stick anyway.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4uivPpzCGo

---------- Post added at 23:28 ---------- Previous post was at 23:14 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by Itshim (Post 36214952)
So you get Netflix added and then taken away, or doesn't that count :erm:
As I understand it. If Netflix is included in the subscription, it is included in the broadband element rather than the TV element of the package. Broadband only customers can add Netflix, presumably to watch on their phone but that won't prevent it from being watched on any other device.

cheekyangus 05-05-2026 22:29
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36214944)
Virgin TV streaming channels will be removed from the V6 on 2/6/26. I think i'll survive...
Same.

And it’ll declutter the EPG, they don’t have programme schedule data so are a waste of screen estate.

Paul 05-05-2026 22:37
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
There seems less and less reason to stick with Virgin, given almost all channels people watch are available elsewhere anyway. Its almost like they want people to leave.

newapollo 05-05-2026 22:52
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cheekyangus (Post 36214974)
Same.

And it’ll declutter the EPG, they don’t have programme schedule data so are a waste of screen estate.
The FAST channels do have program schedule data on the 360 and Stream boxes.



On the horizon based boxes you can also set up to 6 profile lists (favourites) so you can hide EPG channels from the selected profile
https://www.virginmedia.com/the-edit...file-virgin-tv

vincerooney 06-05-2026 00:07
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by newapollo (Post 36214977)
The FAST channels do have program schedule data on the 360 and Stream boxes.



On the horizon based boxes you can also set up to 6 profile lists (favourites) so you can hide EPG channels from the selected profile
https://www.virginmedia.com/the-edit...file-virgin-tv
i love the FAST channels and the EPG is great for them

come on people just come on over to the 360 box! the waters warm! Jump in! :D

Taz2k 06-05-2026 00:29
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 36214979)
i love the FAST channels and the EPG is great for them

come on people just come on over to the 360 box! the waters warm! Jump in! :D
Virgin gives you a choice of a couple of dozen or so FAST channels. Across platforms made for this type of service there are hundreds to choose from. Why settle for what Virgin offers? I've never used Virgin's clunky EPG based access to FAST channels.

---------- Post added at 01:29 ---------- Previous post was at 01:26 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul (Post 36214976)
There seems less and less reason to stick with Virgin, given almost all channels people watch are available elsewhere anyway. Its almost like they want people to leave.
As it seems that Virgin carries these for a little extra ad revenue, coupled with the fact that the majority of TV users still seem to prefer the V6, removing channels just starves Virgin of the extra income. Let them play their games and pay the price.

cheekyangus 06-05-2026 07:30
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by newapollo (Post 36214977)
The FAST channels do have program schedule data on the 360 and Stream boxes.



On the horizon based boxes you can also set up to 6 profile lists (favourites) so you can hide EPG channels from the selected profile
https://www.virginmedia.com/the-edit...file-virgin-tv
Thanks for pointing that out.


Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 36214979)
i love the FAST channels and the EPG is great for them

come on people just come on over to the 360 box! the waters warm! Jump in! :D
No. So much else I can do better and more worthwhile with my time.

OLD BOY 06-05-2026 08:11
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 36214944)
Virgin TV streaming channels will be removed from the V6 on 2/6/26. I think i'll survive...
I thought everyone except me was raving over these streaming channels. Maybe this is a sign of things to come - a bit sooner than I thought!

Hugh 06-05-2026 08:28
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
That really is 2+2=5 thinking…

Itshim 06-05-2026 09:48
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 36214979)
i love the FAST channels and the EPG is great for them

come on people just come on over to the 360 box! the waters warm! Jump in! :D
Only fools rush in , haven't you heard. . Sorry but having seen your posts for many a year you are one of the last people whom I would take advice from, no offence intended, just honestly :)

cheekyangus 06-05-2026 14:19
Re: Virgin TV (2026)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 36214988)
I thought everyone except me was raving over these streaming channels. Maybe this is a sign of things to come - a bit sooner than I thought!
Whatever gave you that idea? You were virtually the only poster on here that was remotely positive about them (despite not being interested in them yourself).


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