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Dave42 11-08-2013 19:14
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by colin25 (Post 35608634)
Yes, he has said it all along

Does that mean certain Virgin fans will eat their pants? :D
no only dark side pest mr stokes as offered to do that Colin :D:D and he not out the woods yet if bt sport comes to xl he eating them ;)

nialli 11-08-2013 19:34
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35608584)
SKY staff no longer to market SKY Atlantic as exclusive to SKY.......update.

Nialli posted on his blog:

"Confirmed by a number of sources: Sky staff have now been given strict instructions to cease and desist from claiming exclusivity for Sky Atlantic on the Sky platform."

Erinn, a Community Content Manager at SKY posted on the SKY help forum:

"I am not one to query the validity of this particular site however, i will categorically state that the inference of any "cease and desist" relative to Sky staff and Sky Atlantic is completely unfounded."

http://helpforum.sky.com/t5/Sky-Prog...t/td-p/1198530
Just to back up the statement on my blog, posted in good faith, about Sky staff being told not to promote Sky Atlantic as a Sky exclusive. Here's the original post in the previous Coming Soon thread here: http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/35...-post1804.html and there were two similar posts at the same time over on Digital Spy forums. I also asked a Sky rep I know and she said that they were no longer promoting it as a Sky exclusive.

Dave42 11-08-2013 19:36
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by nialli (Post 35608644)
Just to back up the statement on my blog, posted in good faith, about Sky staff being told not to promote Sky Atlantic as a Sky exclusive. Here's the original post in the previous Coming Soon thread here: http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/35...-post1804.html and there were two similar posts at the same time over on Digital Spy forums. I also asked a Sky rep I know and she said that they were no longer promoting it as a Sky exclusive.
well they are now Niall on link chad posted on tv and radio ads

colin25 11-08-2013 19:38
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by nialli (Post 35608644)
Just to back up the statement on my blog, posted in good faith, about Sky staff being told not to promote Sky Atlantic as a Sky exclusive. Here's the original post in the previous Coming Soon thread here: http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/35...-post1804.html and there were two similar posts at the same time over on Digital Spy forums. I also asked a Sky rep I know and she said that they were no longer promoting it as a Sky exclusive.
A cable forum member quoting another cable forum member

Well, for me..that is enough. It must be coming :D

denphone 11-08-2013 19:54
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by colin25 (Post 35608647)
A cable forum member quoting another cable forum member

Well, for me..that is enough. It must be coming :D
Calm down dear as you are getting quite excited at the moment.:D

colin25 11-08-2013 19:57
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35608651)
Calm down dear as you are getting quite excited at the moment.:D
I AM NOT EXCITED! :woot:

phew, that feels better :D

OLD BOY 11-08-2013 21:29
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35608631)
as I always said SA aint coming to VM sooner people see that the better
Well, this is the summer repeat season!

harry_hitch 12-08-2013 00:23
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608471)
https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/...2013/08/31.jpg

---------- Post added at 11:53 ---------- Previous post was at 11:51 ----------



You know dont u?

Sorry for over posting
LOL, not too far from a true reflection of myself:(

Henkesghost 12-08-2013 00:28
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by harry_hitch (Post 35608710)
LOL, not too far from a true reflection of myself:(
Bummer, I thought that was u in your avatar and Harry was short for Harriet :(


Maybe bummer wasn't the best word to use :erm:

harry_hitch 12-08-2013 01:18
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35608530)
Which is exactly the same for Atlantic, The 'Specialist' part relates to shows broadcast by the US cable networks, primarily HBO. These are different to the US broadcast network shows in that they are often grittier and don't have to worry about the type of content that wouldn't be allowed on US Network TV. Many are also Highly regarded, award winning shows.

For some unknown reason Sky have also chosen to put some US Network shows on Atlantic, which really belong on Sky One or Living, but that doesn't detract from the original premise of the type of specialised content Atlantic was set up for.

One of the reasons that Atlantic is sought by many on VM is that Atlantic is the only place to get these US cable shows. Netflix and Lovefilm will often get the US network shows eventually, but Atlantic is the only place that I am aware of to get HBO shows. And before anyone says Blinkbox, that is way too expensive in my view.





You're fine Harry.
Alas, I do not know enough about US network TV and how it works, so I will take your word for it.
The only point(s) I will make is that SA can (for the reasons you have stated) show a wider range of shows and genres than other specialist genre channels, giving SA a distinct advantage over many other channels.

In my eyes, if SA was truly "specialist", it would only show US cable content (is that the correct terminology?). I imagine this would mean it would show much less original content, and therefore less coveted.

If I follow your reasoning correctly (happy to be corrected) a channel like Alibi will never be able to show (for example) "The Following", thus being denied the chance to show original content. I only mention Alibi and original content in response to Alibi being highlighted as a channel which had it's amount of original content compared to the amount of SA's original content.

It's great that a channel can air these shows, I just think it's unfair to claim SA is a "specialist" channel in comparison to channels like Alibi which deals in one genre only, and, following my understanding of your post (which may be wrong) seemingly has it's hands tied over what it can and can not show.

I agree SA is coveted by many, but that are plenty that do not care for it either.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608712)
Bummer, I thought that was u in your avatar and Harry was short for Harriet :(


Maybe bummer wasn't the best word to use :erm:
LOL, it's not a form of adult pleasure I have ever tried, although oddly I was asked if I would like to try it on more than one occasion by more than one person whilst on a date with a barmaid:erm: I found it funny after a while, but she got increasingly annoyed through-out the evening, but that's a different story for a different forum altogether:shocked:

I wish I was the male equivalent of my avatar though. I would certainly be spending much less time on this forum:)

andy_m 12-08-2013 08:34
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608712)
Bummer, I thought that was u in your avatar and Harry was short for Harriet :(


Maybe bummer wasn't the best word to use :erm:
Don't fancy yours much!

vincerooney 12-08-2013 08:53
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BomberAF broke my heart

I've had that tattooed on my backside.

denphone 12-08-2013 09:44
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608730)
BomberAF broke my heart

I've had that tattooed on my backside.
Oh dear you are in trouble now my dear chap.;)

vincerooney 12-08-2013 09:47
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35608739)
Oh dear you are in trouble now my dear chap.;)
His prediction and my ensuing love affair with bomberAF reminded me of a modern day Romeo and Juliet story. But with a modern twist. Instead of suicide at the end it's the non appearance of BT sports

JustaBloke 12-08-2013 09:49
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608730)
BomberAF broke my heart

I've had that tattooed on my backside.
No photos thank you :erm::shocked:

denphone 12-08-2013 09:56
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608740)
His prediction and my ensuing love affair with bomberAF reminded me of a modern day Romeo and Juliet story. But with a modern twist. Instead of suicide at the end it's the non appearance of BT sports
But alas as with all love story's there is always a final twist after a final twist and thus this is thy week which thy will be done and BT Sports will be finally delivered to thy worshippers..

nialli 12-08-2013 10:23
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35608530)
For some unknown reason Sky have also chosen to put some US Network shows on Atlantic, which really belong on Sky One or Living, but that doesn't detract from the original premise of the type of specialised content Atlantic was set up for.
One of the reasons that Atlantic is sought by many on VM is that Atlantic is the only place to get these US cable shows. Netflix and Lovefilm will often get the US network shows eventually, but Atlantic is the only place that I am aware of to get HBO shows. And before anyone says Blinkbox, that is way too expensive in my view.
.
Sky hasn't restricted Atlantic to just US shows - much of their homemade drama has been tucked away on the "exclusive to Sky" channel too. Adam Buxton's BUG; Hit and Miss; The British; This is Jinsy; Walking and Talking - all original Sky Productions, and more to follow in the coming season.
Passingbat's correct that the HBO and AMC shows don't appear on UK Netflix and LoveFilm, nor iTunes for that matter, but they do appear on Tesco's BlinkBox service and in HD too, shortly after they finish showing the full season on SA. Game of Thrones seasons 1-3 and Boardwalk Empire et al are all there. Blinkbox can be accessed via PS3, XBox 360, and the newer LG, Toshiba, Philips and Samsung smart TVs. I've tried it on the iPad - it works okay, but is iTunes pricey - £17.99 for a season in SD, £23.99 in HD. More info at http://www.blinkbox.com/

Henkesghost 12-08-2013 10:38
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35608744)
But alas as with all love story's there is always a final twist
Aye, usually your wife finds out :(


But on topic don't care about Atlantic but get me BT sport for the Aberdeen game on Sunday!!

vincerooney 12-08-2013 10:44
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35608744)
But alas as with all love story's there is always a final twist after a final twist and thus this is thy week which thy will be done and BT Sports will be finally delivered to thy worshippers..
You talk of dreams good sir. I picture us running in a meadow holding hands with Jake Humphrey alongside us. The sun is shining and horses run between us.

But this is a pipe dream. I have been hurt too much. :(

denphone 12-08-2013 10:47
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608754)
Aye, usually your wife finds out :(


But on topic don't care about Atlantic but get me BT sport for the Aberdeen game on Sunday!!
Your wife only finds out if you misbehave in the first place dear Henke.:nono:

Yes one hopes between now and the end of Friday we will get final deliverance Henke because if we don't get them l expect their phone lines to be pretty busy come the weekend onwards.

nodrogd 12-08-2013 11:36
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Are Virgin digging a hole for themselves further down the road I wonder?

http://www.seenit.co.uk/will-bt-spor...-week/0829620/

Henkesghost 12-08-2013 11:43
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by nodrogd (Post 35608767)
Are Virgin digging a hole for themselves further down the road I wonder?

http://www.seenit.co.uk/will-bt-spor...-week/0829620/
Excellent article

denphone 12-08-2013 11:50
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Yes it is a very interesting read and Virgin will have to be nifty on his feet in the coming years to cope with the threat of the big content owners who hold many of the aces and one wonders what plans Virgin have got to cope with a ever increasingly changing market.

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 12:50
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Radio Today: Global Radio takes control of Smooth Radio.

Global Radio is starting to integrate parts of Real & Smooth into its business, by moving Smooth Radio London to Leicester Square.

In a group-wide announcement this morning, Global Radio and Real & Smooth bosses told staff the news, saying the Smooth programming and sales teams in London and West Midlands will merge with Global Radio’s teams.

http://radiotoday.co.uk/2013/08/glob...f-smooth-radio

Smooth Radio broadcasts on Virgin Channel 916 (Using name 'smooth fm').

Henkesghost 12-08-2013 12:55
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35608787)
Radio Today: Global Radio takes control of Smooth Radio.

Global Radio is starting to integrate parts of Real & Smooth into its business, by moving Smooth Radio London to Leicester Square.

In a group-wide announcement this morning, Global Radio and Real & Smooth bosses told staff the news, saying the Smooth programming and sales teams in London and West Midlands will merge with Global Radio’s teams.

http://radiotoday.co.uk/2013/08/glob...f-smooth-radio

Smooth Radio broadcasts on Virgin Channel 916 (Using name 'smooth fm').
Lol every time I see you post recently my heart skips a beat and then sinks to my toes :D

Edit that's twice you've done it today lol

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 13:02
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35608144)
Media Boy EXCLUSIVE: Virgin Media to add some new Channels - should launch before Thursday.

I can now reveal that the following channels should launch before Thursday on Virgin Media:

Channels to launch:
-TCM +1 is set to launch on Virgin Media on Tuesday*.
-Drama is set to launch on Virgin Media on Wednesday*.

*No info on packages news or channel numbers was given - hope to post more info by Tuesday.

NOTE: I do not work for Virgin Media so all the information on this post is still subject to change.

copyright 2013 Media Boy 2006 - 2013. An ''Keep it real and free'' Production.
Updates.

If you have got TCM2 in you pack right now you will get TCM +1 from Tomorrow.

---------- Post added at 12:02 ---------- Previous post was at 11:56 ----------

I know what channel number Drama have got from Wednesday and it not Channel 244.

denphone 12-08-2013 13:07
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608791)
Lol every time I see you post recently my heart skips a beat and then sinks to my toes :D

Edit that's twice you've done it today lol
Ditto as everytime he posts something now we are now expecting the big announcement.:omg:

passingbat 12-08-2013 13:10
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by nialli (Post 35608752)
but they do appear on Tesco's BlinkBox service and in HD too, shortly after they finish showing the full season on SA. /
I did acknowledge that they were on Blimkbox, but said that in my opinion that was too expensive a way to get them.


Quote:
One of the reasons that Atlantic is sought by many on VM is that Atlantic is the only place to get these US cable shows. Netflix and Lovefilm will often get the US network shows eventually, but Atlantic is the only place that I am aware of to get HBO shows. And before anyone says Blinkbox, that is way too expensive in my view

Dave42 12-08-2013 13:12
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35608795)
I did acknowledge that they were on Blimkbox, but said that in my opinion that was too expensive a way to get them.
and that's why SA wont be coming to VM sky wont drop price

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 13:12
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35608794)
Ditto as everytime he posts something now we are now expecting the big announcement.:omg:
Wating on more info coming in at Media Boy HQ but I can confirm viewers on the M, M+, L and XL Package will get Drama from launch on Virgin on Wednesday. I even have an 'Media Boy UPDATES' post on stand by.

Gavin-D 12-08-2013 13:16
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Drama is getting channel number 190 from what I've read

Henkesghost 12-08-2013 13:17
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35608797)
Wating on more info coming in at Media Boy HQ but I can confirm viewers on the M+, L and XL Package will get Drama from launch on Virgin on Wednesday. I even have an 'EXCLUSIVE' post on stand by.
If its about a radio station don't bother :mad:



Note, before I am publicly stoned, that's a joke (kind of)

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 13:20
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin-D (Post 35608798)
Drama is getting channel number 190 from what I've read
I have seen that same info from an insider - but was waiting on getting more info to see where Watch +1 was going before posting.

---------- Post added at 12:20 ---------- Previous post was at 12:19 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608799)
If its about a radio station don't bother :mad:
Info was set to be UKTV News.

vincerooney 12-08-2013 14:28
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The cable forum died in the last 30 minutes! i thought media boy had released his exclusive news and the forum had died in excitement!

Jameseh 12-08-2013 14:32
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35608797)
Wating on more info coming in at Media Boy HQ but I can confirm viewers on the M+, L and XL Package will get Drama from launch on Virgin on Wednesday. I even have an 'EXCLUSIVE' post on stand by.
Surely M will get it as its on Freeview? I know some Freesat channels aren't on M but I'm sure all Freeview ones are.

denphone 12-08-2013 14:32
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608804)
The cable forum died in the last 30 minutes! i thought media boy had released his exclusive news and the forum had died in excitement!
No l think the problem is something to do with the server Vince.

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 14:33
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Jameseh (Post 35608805)
Surely M will get it as its on Freeview? I know some Freesat channels aren't on M but I'm sure all Freeview ones are.
I have just reread the info I was given today and my insider did confirm that 'Drama should be in TV M (not M+)' oops sorry.

Richc1977 12-08-2013 14:40
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This morning I received a letter from the CEO's office in response to my complaint.

There was nothing new just a rehash of previous statements and some of it out of date, i.e. ESPN still available up to 31st July.

They have given me a number to call if I have any more questions, I just need to quote reference number. I'll call them later.

Aside from the obvious, does anyone have any questions?

passingbat 12-08-2013 14:40
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by harry_hitch (Post 35608717)
Alas, I do not know enough about US network TV and how it works, so I will take your word for it.
The only point(s) I will make is that SA can (for the reasons you have stated) show a wider range of shows and genres than other specialist genre channels, giving SA a distinct advantage over many other channels.

In my eyes, if SA was truly "specialist", it would only show US cable content (is that the correct terminology?). I imagine this would mean it would show much less original content, and therefore less coveted.

If I follow your reasoning correctly (happy to be corrected) a channel like Alibi will never be able to show (for example) "The Following", thus being denied the chance to show original content. I only mention Alibi and original content in response to Alibi being highlighted as a channel which had it's amount of original content compared to the amount of SA's original content.

It's great that a channel can air these shows, I just think it's unfair to claim SA is a "specialist" channel in comparison to channels like Alibi which deals in one genre only, and, following my understanding of your post (which may be wrong) seemingly has it's hands tied over what it can and can not show.

I agree SA is coveted by many, but that are plenty that do not care for it either.

---------- Post added at 00:18 ---------- Previous post was at 00:01 ----------
:)
We're probably talking semantics here but although Alibi specialises in crime dramas, it is not the only channel that shows crime dramas. Universal has Law and Order SVU, Channel 5 has Person of Interest and The Mentalist. These are just a few of the crime dramas spread across other channels. Only Atlantic has the main HBO shows, which to me makes it a specialist channel. It doesn't have all the US cable TV shows, and I believe there are two HBO shows still on Fox because they already had the rights (True Blood and Eastbound & Down). But the fact that they have the vast majority of HBO shows makes it a specialist channel in my eyes, irrespective of the other shows they also put on the channel. I don't think anyone in the US would think that the actual HBO channel that they are able to subscribe to, is not a specialist channel.

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 15:21
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Media Boy UPDATES: Virgin Media to renumber some UKTV Channels from Wednesday

I can now reveal that the following UKTV channels are set to move to new channel numbers from Wednesday:

New Channel number reveal:
-Drama to launch on Virgin Channel 190 on the M, M+, L and XL Packages.

Channels on the move:
-Watch +1 to move from Virgin Channel 190 to Virgin Channel 125.
-Dave Ja Vu to move from Virgin Channel 191 to Virgin Channel 129.
-Alibi +1 to move from Virgin Channel 194 to Virgin Channel 131.
-Watch HD to move from Virgin Channel 125 to Virgin Channel 191.
-Dave HD to move from Virgin Channel 129 to Virgin Channel 194.
-Alibi HD to move from Virgin Channel 131 to Virgin Channel 200.
-Eden +1 to move from Virgin Channel 210 to Virgin Channel 209.
-Eden HD to move from Virgin Channel 209 to Virgin Channel 210.
-Good Food +1 to move from Virgin Channel 262 to Virgin Channel 261.
-Good Food HD to move from Virgin Channel 261 to Virgin Channel 262.

NOTE: I do not work for Virgin Media so all the information on this post is still subject to change.

copyright 2013 Media Boy 2006 - 2013. An ''Keep it real and free'' Production.

Jameseh 12-08-2013 15:23
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35608829)
Alibi HD to move from Virgin Channel 131 to Virgin Channel 200.
Bah gawd!

---

Top class as always MB.

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 16:00
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August List update - August 12th update.

Keep up-to-date on the latest news on upcoming channel launches and other important events across all platforms of Virgin TV network.

NOTE: I do not work for Virgin Media so all the information on this list is subject to change.

Colours on my list are as followed:

Media Boy = New Info just added.
Media Boy = Been added in the last month.
Media Boy = Virgin Media News and links.
Media Boy = Other Media news/Things.

=== Coming up on Virgin's Digital TV ===
=== Rumour to be Launching very soon ===
The following channels may launch soon on Virgin Media:
-The Active Channel (Confirmed by Virgin on Facebook).
-BT Sports 1 (Rumour started 06/07/13).
-BT Sports 1 HD (Rumour started 06/07/13).
-BT Sports 2 (Rumour started 06/07/13).
-BT Sports 2 HD (Rumour started 06/07/13).
-E! HD (Rumour started 21/02/13).
-Sky Atlantic (Rumour started 06/07/13).
-Universal Channel HD (Rumour started 21/02/13).

=== August ===
12th. TCM2 closes on Virgin Channel 417 tonight at 4am.
13th. TCM +1 launches on Virgin Channel 417 today.
14th. Watch +1 to move from Virgin Channel 190 to Virgin Channel 125.
14th. Dave Ja Vu to move from Virgin Channel 191 to Virgin Channel 129.
14th. Alibi +1 to move from Virgin Channel 194 to Virgin Channel 131.
14th. Drama launches on Virgin Channel 190 today on the M, M+, L and XL Packages.
14th. Watch HD to move from Virgin Channel 125 to Virgin Channel 191.
14th. Dave HD to move from Virgin Channel 129 to Virgin Channel 194.
14th. Alibi HD to move from Virgin Channel 131 to Virgin Channel 200.
14th. Eden +1 to move from Virgin Channel 210 to Virgin Channel 209.
14th. Eden HD to move from Virgin Channel 209 to Virgin Channel 210.
14th. Good Food +1 to move from Virgin Channel 262 to Virgin Channel 261.
14th. Good Food HD to move from Virgin Channel 261 to Virgin Channel 262.
17th. Sky Sports 1 is to rebroadcast on Sky2 and Pick TV today on Virgin Channels 123 and 180.
17th. Sky Movies 007 will be rebranded as Sky Movies Superhero on Virgin Channel 410.
17th. Sky Movies 007 HD will be rebranded as Sky Movies Superhero HD on Virgin Channel 440.
18th. Sky Movies Superhero will be rebranded as Sky Movies Greats on Virgin Channel 410.
18th. Sky Movies Superhero HD will be rebranded as Sky Movies Greats HD on Virgin Channel 440.

=== Autumn ===
Lifetime to replace Bio on Virgin Channel 242.

=== September ===
1st. Sky Sports are to rebrand Sky Sports Ashes as Sky Sports 2 on Virgin Channel 512.
1st. Sky Sports are to rebrand Sky Sports Ashes HD as Sky Sports 2 HD on Virgin Channel 518.

=== October ===
1st. Virgin Media to put the cost of Sky Sports up.

=== November ===
26th. 'Seven' will be rebranded as Lincolnshire Living on Virgin Channel 879 (Grimsby & Scunthorpe only).

=== December ===
No News...

=== By Early 2014 ===
The BBC to launch BBC News HD, BBC Three HD, BBC Four HD, CBeebies HD and CBBC HD on Virgin Media.

=== January 2014 ===
No News...

=== February 2014 ===
No News...

=== March 2014 ===
6th. Local TV broadcaster London Live hope to launch on Virgin Channel 159 today.

=== April 2014 ===
No News...

=== May 2014 ===
No News...

=== June 2014 ===
No News...

=== July 2014 ===
No News...

=== August 2014 ===
No News...

=== September 2014 ===
No News...

=== October 2014 ===
No News...

=== November 2014 ===
No News...

=== December 2014 ===
No News...

=== By 2015 ===
-RTE Radio and WRN Radio will be axe in old Telewest areas or added to all areas of Virgin Media.

=== Not Confirmed as coming ===
-BT and Virgin Media has confirmed that Virgin Media are in talks with BT over the BT Sports Channels.
(UPDATED July 9th) Broadcastnow is reporting that Virgin Media are in new talks with Sky to carry 'Sky Atlantic SD', 'Sky News HD' and 'Sky Sports News HD'.
-MTV CLASSIC, HISTORY HD, CI +1 and CI HD all may launch soon on Virgin Media.
-Fashion One 'In talks with Virgin Media' - no updates in months.
-Sony Movies may launch soon on Virgin Media - no updates since August 2012.
-Made in Leeds will launch on Virgin Media.

=== Unknown dates ===
-Local TV may launch on Virgin TV in some areas on Virgin Channel 159 (Starting in Late 2013).
-The BBC to axe BBC Radio 4 LW on Virgin Channel 911 ''in the long term''.
-The BBC hope to launch English regional variants of its existing BBC One HD service as well as Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland editions of BBC Two HD - but still need to be approved by the BBC Trust.
-Smooth fm (Smooth Radio) may get close or rebranded on Virgin Channel 916.

=== Channels THAT still to appear in all areas ===
List was last updated on July 12th 2013.

NO. Channel Name
917. Radio: RTE Radio
920. Radio: WRN Europe (Also in UPC Ireland areas)

NOTE: Channels are only broadcasting in Ex-Telewest areas right now.

=== Media Boy Extra info: ===
Liberty Global - http://www.lgi.com/
Media Boy Blog - For all things Virgin TV - http://mediaboyblog.blogspot.com/
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Henkesghost 12-08-2013 16:02
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Jesus wept

denphone 12-08-2013 16:10
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608846)
Jesus wept
And thy disciples followed him to the ends of the earth praying and hoping :nworthy::nworthy: while those dark servants and their master were thrown to the lions.:):waving::waving:

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 16:15
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As you may see from my UKTV post - Ailbi HD is set to move to Channel 200 from Wednesday.

I have ask one of my insiders what is launching on Channel 199 all I got was 'No news yet.'

vincerooney 12-08-2013 16:21
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35608854)
As you may see from my UKTV post - Ailbi HD is set to move to Channel 200 from Wednesday.

I have ask one of my insiders what is launching on Channel 199 all I got was 'No news yet.'
dont know why they're moving the HD channels further up the list?? Hmm. My mum will be glad for the launch of drama though...

was this your exclusive news media boy or is it something else?

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 16:23
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608856)
dont know why they're moving the HD channels further up the list?? Hmm. My mum will be glad for the launch of drama though...

was this your exclusive news media boy or is it something else?
It was my exclusive news but I was holding back until I found out where Watch +1 was moving to.

Henkesghost 12-08-2013 16:30
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Think you may have over egged the build up mate:erm:

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 16:55
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608860)
Think you may have over egged the build up mate:erm:
I did not know that Drama has posted the real channel number for Virgin Media before posting that post at 12.16.

OLD BOY 12-08-2013 17:04
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Richc1977 (Post 35608812)
This morning I received a letter from the CEO's office in response to my complaint.

There was nothing new just a rehash of previous statements and some of it out of date, i.e. ESPN still available up to 31st July.

They have given me a number to call if I have any more questions, I just need to quote reference number. I'll call them later.

Aside from the obvious, does anyone have any questions?
Yes, why do you keep bombarding VM with e-mails when you already know the answer (ie, in talks, will let you know when there's anything to report)?

I know you want some news, we all do, but until the deal is done, e-mailing them is pointless (as your latest response confirms).

---------- Post added at 16:04 ---------- Previous post was at 16:02 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by Henkesghost (Post 35608860)
Think you may have over egged the build up mate:erm:
Agreed. It's BT Sport and Sky Atlantic we all really want to hear about, after all!!

Dave42 12-08-2013 17:05
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35608879)
Yes, why do you keep bombarding VM with e-mails when you already know the answer (ie, in talks, will let you know when there's anything to report)?

I know you want some news, we all do, but until the deal is done, e-mailing them is pointless (as your latest response confirms).

---------- Post added at 16:04 ---------- Previous post was at 16:02 ----------

Agreed. It's BT Sport and Sky Atlantic we all really want to hear about, after all!!
keep dreaming mate

OLD BOY 12-08-2013 17:08
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35608883)
keep dreaming mate
Keep that tomato sauce nearby ;):D

colin25 12-08-2013 17:08
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Richc1977 (Post 35608812)
This morning I received a letter from the CEO's office in response to my complaint.

There was nothing new just a rehash of previous statements and some of it out of date, i.e. ESPN still available up to 31st July.

They have given me a number to call if I have any more questions, I just need to quote reference number. I'll call them later.

Aside from the obvious, does anyone have any questions?
I am having fish in a bag. Should I use the microwave (quicker) or do it on the hob in boiling water? Ask them the best method, thinking about balance between time and taste.

thanks, I'm hungry, please be quick.

Dave42 12-08-2013 17:09
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35608884)
Keep that tomato sauce nearby ;):D
why I not offered anything your thinking of mr stokes not me

OLD BOY 12-08-2013 17:13
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35608886)
why I not offered anything your thinking of mr stokes not me
Well when I asked you if you'd eat your pants if we did get Sky Atlantic this autumn, you didn't say you wouldn't! It's the least I'd expect from someone so committed to this view without actually having any evidence to support it!;)

Dave42 12-08-2013 17:16
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35608888)
Well when I asked you if you'd eat your pants if we did get Sky Atlantic this autumn, you didn't say you wouldn't! It's the least I'd expect from someone so committed to this view without actually having any evidence to support it!;)
never ever said I would all the evidence is point that im right no evidence at all sky changing there stance on SA and no way will sky drop asking price for SA they never ever done that never will I repeat only thing that SA will go on if anywhere is now tv that's run by sky

vincerooney 12-08-2013 17:20
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Do you think i'll be on here in 3 years time refreshing the pages still waiting for a breakthrough in the BT/Virgin contract discussions?

Dave42 12-08-2013 17:23
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608891)
Do you think i'll be on here in 3 years time refreshing the pages still waiting for a breakthrough in the BT/Virgin contract discussions?
should hear something before Saturday I think lots will probably leave if nothing by then

JustaBloke 12-08-2013 17:26
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608891)
Do you think i'll be on here in 3 years time refreshing the pages still waiting for a breakthrough in the BT/Virgin contract discussions?
Yes, they'll be 'In talks' the same as they have been over SA for years...

colin25 12-08-2013 17:31
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35608889)
never ever said I would all the evidence is point that im right no evidence at all sky changing there stance on SA and no way will sky drop asking price for SA they never ever done that never will I repeat only thing that SA will go on if anywhere is now tv that's run by sky
Is the opposite true, will they all eat their shorts if BT sports doesn't come by 17th? :D Just wondering

Dave42 12-08-2013 17:34
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Quote:
Originally Posted by colin25 (Post 35608896)
Is the opposite true, will they all eat their shorts if BT sports doesn't come by 17th? :D Just wondering
well it still can go either way Colin

Richc1977 12-08-2013 17:39
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35608879)
Yes, why do you keep bombarding VM with e-mails when you already know the answer (ie, in talks, will let you know when there's anything to report)?

I know you want some news, we all do, but until the deal is done, e-mailing them is pointless (as your latest response confirms)!
My compliant was about the lack of communication and patronizing comment about getting our fix from Eurosport and about my suggestion that customers get given the choice to pay extra for content such as Premier Sports and BT rather than have no choice as VM attempt to hold out (and not get) better deals.

I think that was worth a reply from VM, even if you don't.

colin25 12-08-2013 17:40
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35608899)
well it still can go either way Colin
I'm not overly concerned either way. But if they were to eat their shorts, I'd be looking for shares in the edible underwear company :D

OLD BOY 12-08-2013 17:42
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Richc1977 (Post 35608901)
My compliant was about the lack of communication and patronizing comment about getting our fix from Eurosport and about my suggestion that customers get given the choice to pay extra for content such as Premier Sports and BT rather than have no choice as VM attempt to hold out (and not get) better deals.

I think that was worth a reply from VM, even if you don't.
It's not patronising though, it's true! I really don't know what you expect from Virgin until the negotiations with BT are concluded or in advance of a period of contractual confidentiality.

Write to them if you must, but you are wasting your time. We'll know soon enough.

Dave42 12-08-2013 17:42
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Richc1977;35608901 [B
]My compliant was about the lack of communication[/B] and patronizing comment about getting our fix from Eurosport and about my suggestion that customers get given the choice to pay extra for content such as Premier Sports and BT rather than have no choice as VM attempt to hold out (and not get) better deals.

I think that was worth a reply from VM, even if you don't.
they not allowed to say anything till a deal is done or totally collapses they cant break stock market laws as both VM and BT are on stock market

Jameseh 12-08-2013 17:48
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608891)
Do you think i'll be on here in 3 years time refreshing the pages still waiting for a breakthrough in the BT/Virgin contract discussions?
No, because beIN Sport will have the Premier League (secondary) rights by then.

devilincarnate 12-08-2013 18:00
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35608905)
they not allowed to say anything till a deal is done or totally collapses they cant break stock market laws as both VM and BT are on stock market
Yep true as VM are on the LSE and also NASDAQ and BT are on the LSE

denphone 12-08-2013 18:02
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Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608891)
Do you think i'll be on here in 3 years time refreshing the pages still waiting for a breakthrough in the BT/Virgin contract discussions?
No l think that's a bit far fetched Vince.:nono:

devilincarnate 12-08-2013 18:06
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by vincerooney (Post 35608891)
Do you think i'll be on here in 3 years time refreshing the pages still waiting for a breakthrough in the BT/Virgin contract discussions?
I could be dead in 3 hours/ days/ months or years so will not know mate:erm:

vincerooney 12-08-2013 18:51
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35608912)
No l think that's a bit far fetched Vince.:nono:
I hope you're right den! Feels like a long summer so far!

What's beinsport?!

Arthurgray50@blu 12-08-2013 18:54
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What's making me laugh is that VM or Liberty Global have still not answered my email about BT Sport.

IF, they are controlled by the stock exchange or whatever. At the end of the day its still US, that has to foot the bill.

They have also introduce another Asian channel to the network, do the staff at VM go home at night with a plaster stuck over there mouth or do they sign the official act.

SIX DAYS TO GO.

colin25 12-08-2013 19:03
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608942)
What's making me laugh is that VM or Liberty Global have still not answered my email about BT Sport.

IF, they are controlled by the stock exchange or whatever. At the end of the day its still US, that has to foot the bill.

They have also introduce another Asian channel to the network, do the staff at VM go home at night with a plaster stuck over there mouth or do they sign the official act.

SIX DAYS TO GO.
5 days to go. :D

denphone 12-08-2013 19:09
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Quote:
Originally Posted by colin25 (Post 35608944)
5 days to go. :D
Yes 5 days for Mr Stokes to fulfil his pledge as its inevitable what transpires in the next few days will not be to his liking.:Yes::waving::omg:

muppetman11 12-08-2013 19:11
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alwaysabear (Post 35606699)
During the days of NASN and the early years on ESPN America it was a great channel for all American Sports fans sadly it has gone down hill over the last year and now is no more.:(
Couldn't agree more , I'm now weighing my options up now I'm sport channel free.

Media Boy UK 12-08-2013 19:12
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608942)
What's making me laugh is that VM or Liberty Global have still not answered my email about BT Sport.

IF, they are controlled by the stock exchange or whatever. At the end of the day its still US, that has to foot the bill.

They have also introduce another Asian channel to the network, do the staff at VM go home at night with a plaster stuck over there mouth or do they sign the official act.

SIX DAYS TO GO.
:confused:

As far as I know BT are still in talks with Virgin - have not seen anything new since August 7th.

Jameseh 12-08-2013 19:15
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35608952)
:confused:
He's just talking bull faeces as usual.

Arthurgray50@blu 12-08-2013 19:20
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VM must be in the Guinness Book of Records - for the longest 'we are in talks' meetings.

I am sure that the Directors golf clubs must have cobwebs on them.

OLD BOY 12-08-2013 19:46
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608954)
VM must be in the Guinness Book of Records - for the longest 'we are in talks' meetings.

I am sure that the Directors golf clubs must have cobwebs on them.
Let's hope we are rewarded with a good deal for VM's persistence.

---------- Post added at 18:46 ---------- Previous post was at 18:41 ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608942)
What's making me laugh is that VM or Liberty Global have still not answered my email about BT Sport.
Given the confidentiality of the discussions, what are you expecting them to say, Arthur? You already know the answer, we have told you on more than one occasion. Just be patient. My guess is that it will be broadcasting on VM by Saturday. If not, you'll have to watch it at the pub!

Arthurgray50@blu 12-08-2013 20:08
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I will watch it on Sky.

Dave42 12-08-2013 20:13
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608978)
I will watch it on Sky.
you have all ready said you not pay the £12pm for it

vincerooney 12-08-2013 20:17
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608954)
VM must be in the Guinness Book of Records - for the longest 'we are in talks' meetings.

I am sure that the Directors golf clubs must have cobwebs on them.
less frustrating than the "coming soon" business... though i'd probably take that right now...

OLD BOY 12-08-2013 20:27
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608978)
I will watch it on Sky.
So why are you so concerned about it not being on Virgin Media? It's sometimes difficult to understand you, Arthur. You are getting so emotional over something that won't even affect you.

The answer you are looking for is that the most likely result of the negotiations is that it will be on VM by Saturday, and I suspect it will be part of the XL or VIP pack. Can't say any more than that at present.

trevrpb 12-08-2013 20:30
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu (Post 35608954)
VM must be in the Guinness Book of Records - for the longest 'we are in talks' meetings.

I am sure that the Directors golf clubs must have cobwebs on them.
You really need to change the record. You have been told countless times that commercial confidentiality is at play here. No amount of email or posts from you will change the fact that both companies hands will be tied by stock exchange rules.

It's business and both VM and BT will try to negotiate what is best for their shareholders & their customers...in that order, no matter if you think that is not right. The shareholders come first when a company is publicly quoted.

I will repeat again, I am 100% certain that VM/BT Sport will announce something before the end of the week...in time for the first game on Saturday. But, if not by the end of the week, I'm sure something will be done soon, as BT will realise that they need the VM customer base that WILL undoubtedly subscribe and I will be one of them.
:)

jj20x 12-08-2013 20:39
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Quote:
Originally Posted by trevrpb (Post 35608994)
It's business and both VM and BT will try to negotiate what is best for their shareholders & their customers...in that order, no matter if you think that is not right. The shareholders come first when a company is publicly quoted.
Some people won't be happy until VM email them a progress report and summary of what has been discussed after every meeting between VM & BT / any other party. That's just not going to happen...

devilincarnate 12-08-2013 20:51
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jj20x (Post 35608996)
Some people won't be happy until VM email them a progress report and summary of what has been discussed after every meeting between VM & BT / any other party. That's just not going to happen...
I have just had a email saying:

"We are still in talks and stopping at 8 and going for a meal, couple of drinks and then maybe on to a club. They said that they will be back round the table at 9AM (dependent at what time We leave the club)"

alwaysabear 12-08-2013 20:56
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Quote:
Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35608951)
Couldn't agree more , I'm now weighing my options up now I'm sport channel free.
The trouble is to keep up to date with all American sports via other means is very expensive. I shall keep SS for the NFL and Basketball, and I shall have to find other means to keep up with MLB and the NHL. I believe that Eurosport will be showing the Notre Dame NCAA Football games.

Clarence 12-08-2013 21:24
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MLB at bat on appletv... £35 for the year, all games available. Don't mind if I do.... I also am an optimist, so I reckon bt sports on by Saturday.

nstokes 12-08-2013 21:32
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Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35608948)
Yes 5 days for Mr Stokes to fulfil his pledge as its inevitable what transpires in the next few days will not be to his liking.:Yes::waving::omg:
Dont need to fulfil anything as it wont come to VM in the XL pack at no extra charge. TBH i cant even see it launching at mo way things are going.

What else i miss today?

vincerooney 12-08-2013 21:50
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35609046)
Dont need to fulfil anything as it wont come to VM in the XL pack at no extra charge. TBH i cant even see it launching at mo way things are going.

What else i miss today?
I agree

id imagine the reason it hasn't been agreed so far is

VM: "Yeah lets put it in XL like we did with ESPN?"
BT: "Nah..."
VM: "But you joined us in court action to fight sky about the injustice of withholding sports from customers?"
BT: "Yeah but we're hypocritical?"
VM: "Oh"
BT: "Yeah."
VM: "So....?"
BT "15 quid a month"
VM: "Nah?! that's way too expensive!"
BT: "12 quid"
VM: "Be reasonable?"
BT "Nah"
VM: But we were fighting sky sports before? Come on! XL?"
BT: "but we have the tv rights now and don't care about your customers but our own wallets. So nah. 12 quid a month"
VM: "How about in the XL?"
BT: "Nah 12 quid"

(Repeat every day)

harry_hitch 12-08-2013 21:55
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35608981)
you have all ready said you not pay the £12pm for it
Lol, it's clearly just VM he does not want to pay:)

Richc1977 12-08-2013 22:17
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35608904)
It's not patronising though, it's true! I really don't know what you expect from Virgin until the negotiations with BT are concluded or in advance of a period of contractual confidentiality.

Write to them if you must, but you are wasting your time. We'll know soon enough.
It is patronizing, I compared it to telling a First class passenger there was no longer seat available but they could get their fix of airline travel on an economy seat. Insensitivity and lack of empathy with customers rings to mind.

Anyway my complaint was not about the lack of channel but their communication process. Even with confidentially they can at least still update customers (in particular those like me who signed up for updates) to say there is no news. Rather than having to phone up for updates or get them from BT.

In particular I mentioned the recent silence over Premier Sports (surely no confidentially now) and my feedback about paying more for premium content.

I don't think giving feedback about communication and willing to pay more for certain content was a wasted exercise. If enough customers write to VM to tell them they would pay more perhaps they may revisit talks with PS if they thought their was interest.


Whatever the case I am going to get BT sports in order to follow the MLB and rugby (no fix available for this on Eurosport) and if moving is the only option available I will reluctantly move. I'm just sitting it out for a few more days.

Gavin-D 12-08-2013 22:25
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BT Sport Virgin Media wholesale deal "close"

Reuters is reporting that a deal between BT Sport and Virgin Media is "close"

Quote:
Separately, a person familiar with the situation said the group was close to agreeing a wholesale deal with cable operator Virgin Media (LBTYA.O). Any wholesale deal would increase the number of viewers watching the channels, and allow BT to charge more to advertisers.
http://uk.reuters.com/article/2013/0...97B0KG20130812

Dave42 12-08-2013 22:28
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin-D (Post 35609068)
BT Sport Virgin Media wholesale deal "close"

Reuters is reporting that a deal between BT Sport and Virgin Media is "close"



http://uk.reuters.com/article/2013/0...97B0KG20130812
at last a good source things looking up get ready to eat mr stokes :D:D:D:D

alwaysabear 12-08-2013 22:29
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35609069)
at last a good source things looking up get ready to eat mr stokes :D:D:D:D
lol:D:D:D:D:D:D

Pubis 12-08-2013 22:30
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by alwaysabear (Post 35609010)
The trouble is to keep up to date with all American sports via other means is very expensive. I shall keep SS for the NFL and Basketball, and I shall have to find other means to keep up with MLB and the NHL. I believe that Eurosport will be showing the Notre Dame NCAA Football games.
Alwaysabear, is the NBA confirmed as being on SS next year? It's my main deciding factor about what to do before the season starts and I haven't been able to find any information yet.

nstokes 12-08-2013 22:38
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave42 (Post 35609069)
at last a good source things looking up get ready to eat mr stokes :D:D:D:D
Yum food, wait what? What am i eating? Pizza? Chinnese? Chippy? If its that kabab shop i dont like then you can forget it :D:D:D

vincerooney 12-08-2013 22:40
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Gavin-D (Post 35609068)
BT Sport Virgin Media wholesale deal "close"

Reuters is reporting that a deal between BT Sport and Virgin Media is "close"



http://uk.reuters.com/article/2013/0...97B0KG20130812
How do Reuters know? Why is it leaked to Reuters and not to customers? Hmm at least it's being reported by a decent newsource and not that media website posted the other day!

Fingers crossed eh.

Good post!

alwaysabear 12-08-2013 22:41
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Pubis (Post 35609071)
Alwaysabear, is the NBA confirmed as being on SS next year? It's my main deciding factor about what to do before the season starts and I haven't been able to find any information yet.
I have to say I also cannot find any confirmation of TV rights for next season. That will teach me to assume, I should know better if the NFL is anything to go by will not get confirmation until the week before the season starts who will be carrying the games. Thank God that SS signed a three year deal with the NFL at the beginning of last season.

Dave42 12-08-2013 22:42
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35609075)
Yum food, wait what? What am i eating? Pizza? Chinnese? Chippy? If its that kabab shop i dont like then you can forget it :D:D:D
nope your eating you hat and your pants as you pledged :D:D:D:D:D

harry_hitch 12-08-2013 22:51
Re: Coming Soon to Virgin TV (2013) Vol. 4.
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35608813)
We're probably talking semantics here but although Alibi specialises in crime dramas, it is not the only channel that shows crime dramas. Universal has Law and Order SVU, Channel 5 has Person of Interest and The Mentalist. These are just a few of the crime dramas spread across other channels. Only Atlantic has the main HBO shows, which to me makes it a specialist channel. It doesn't have all the US cable TV shows, and I believe there are two HBO shows still on Fox because they already had the rights (True Blood and Eastbound & Down). But the fact that they have the vast majority of HBO shows makes it a specialist channel in my eyes, irrespective of the other shows they also put on the channel. I don't think anyone in the US would think that the actual HBO channel that they are able to subscribe to, is not a specialist channel.
Fair enough PB, I think this could rumble on and on. If it's okay with you, I would like to agree to disagree!:)


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