[cityfan247]

to say VM's channel choice is poor is a bit harsh really , they carry most. channels. The fact is though it is not as good as Sky's choice. That's a fact even the most ardent VM fan cannot argue with.

Sky is a channel provider whereas VM is not and this is why Sky hold the upper hand.

What is frustrating is the lack of channel additions over the last 12 months or so (not counting the +1 channels which lets face it have limited value). Now ok Sky Atlantic Sky, Sports News HD, Sky Sports 3 & 4 HD they are at the mercy of Sky - if Sky dont want them to have it or only at a ridiclous rate then VM wont get it- that's Sky not really VM's fault.

But what about the ITV HD channels, ESPN America HD, Universal HD and the like- they're not dealing with Sky for those but all we get is 'may possibly launch' or 'in negotiation'. And all this comes courtesy of Media Boy ( and we appreciate what you do Media Boy) - nothing from Virgin themselves to satisfy existing customers or entice new ones. it would be nice if VM kept customers updated themselves.

Tivo and the superior 'on demand' where tools to add growth to Vm's customer base but i do feel they're maybe resting on their laurels. Well guess what Sky are fighting back: 2TB HD+ boxes, constantly improving catch up and on demand services- suddenly VM's offerings dont look so compelling...and crucially channel content- here Sky wins hands down, more channels, more HD etc.

I would suggest VM need to act or risk losing more and more customers to SKy or even BT.

I am not a big fan of Sky or Rupert Murdoch but ultimately you look at what value you get for what youre paying.

as i have posted before it's really VM's BB that keeps me with them for now. Where i live on the outskirts of Scunthorpe there's really no competition - i am on premiere collection- at present Sky or BT could only offer me 2-3MB.

But if/when BT or Sky can offer me superfast BB- ie 30MB plus then i would seriously look at my options again and i doubt i would be alone.