Sky and Virgin announce three channels that are undergoing major shake-up
It is unclear how viewers have taken the change so far, especially as one channel shows fan-favourite films
Fans of the small screen should be well used to changes to their viewing schedules by now. Viewers may have memorised where their favourite channel is and look forward to relaxing in front of it after a hard day at work.
However, Sky and Virgin viewers have been hit with yet another shake-up that could impact their viewing experience from hereon in. That is because three popular channels have been subject to a switch-up.
The huge change has already taken place but Scots who haven't had time to settle down in front of the box yet may not have noticed it. But they will soon, as the move has seen three channels axed and replaced.
Sky have announced that the first of the three channels undergoing a major change is Sky Fantasy (Satellite 306/850 - Sky Glass/Stream 306). The channel has reverted back to Sky Family (SD/HD) after a temporary change.
The second major switch will affect Sky Hits HD (Satellite 303 - Sky Glass/Stream 303) which will be temporarily renamed SkyOriginalsHD.
Finally, Sky Superheroes (Satellite 302 - Sky Glass/Stream 302) will be renamed Sky5*MoviesHD.
Sky's channel overhauls came into effect on Monday, June 16.
In other news, although Sky is mostly known for its TV service, with channels like Sky Atlantic, Sky Sports and National Geographic, there is a whole other aspect to the Sky set-up boxes that users may sometimes forget.
Every Sky box gives users access to a vast variety of music and news stations, meaning users can easily listen to the radio through their TV while they get on with their everyday tasks.
For those who happen to have a favourite station to stick on in the background, it may now be part of Sky's shake up which sees over 30 services getting moved around on the channel guide.
Sky said the reason behind the switch up is to "close the gaps in the EPG" (Electronic Program Guide). It is hoped that this change will mean users will be able to get to their favourite stations easier.
The "makeover" took place on May 27 and users shouldn't need to retune their box as the switch should automatically have taken place. The full list of Sky TV channel switches are available here.
And for those in the market for Sky's new Glass TV upgrade, it is now available to buy for a much cheaper price.
with shoppers able to get their hands on the sleek smart TV with Sky built in from £6 per month.
The Sky Glass Air is a slimmer and more affordable version of the Sky Glass Gen 2, which starts at £14. Despite its cheaper price, the Air still boasts a 'vibrant' 4K HDR Quantum Dot screen and Dolby Audio speaker system.
Who knows, maybe that will soften the blow of the channel shake-up if you're not a fan of it just yet.
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