Pre-order your 3D TV now
Posted on | April 7, 2010
It has started…. Sony has announced that they will allow customers to pre-order their 3D TV’s from their shop in Knightsbridge (London).
Harrods is displaying the Sony Bravia HX903 model which is 3D ready. The 52 inch model is expected to retail at £2,500 (wow, that’s not cheap) and other sizes will range from 46 inches up to 60 inches. To enjoy 3D content, viewers will also require 3D glasses available to purchase separately.
This all comes in time perfect with Sky’s launch of their 3D channel that was officially released on Saturday 3rd April.
If you go out and buy a new 3D TV you will need to give sky a call to activate the 3D subscription. Give Sky on 08442 410 092 and they will then ask for the serial number of your TV and you will be enjoying Sky in 3D within 4 hours. When the channel is activated, all you need to do is switch your TV to 3D mode (please refer to your TV manual for instructions), put on your 3D glasses and enjoy Sky’s amazing 3D previews.
World Cup 2010
Posted on | March 31, 2010
Here at Love Digital TV we are having a competion.. We have emailed every employee asking who they think will be in the Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals and Final of the World Cup 2010 in South Africa.
We want everyone to join in…. Email our webdev team and we can send you all the info and forms to fill in 
Email: webdev@lovedigitaltv.co.uk
Check out our World Cup 2010 page on this blog 
Freesat Hit 1 Million Customers
Posted on | March 24, 2010
Did you hear?… If you haven’t you have now. Freesat have now got over 1 Million customers.
What an amazing marker to have reached and we can happily say that we helped
Freesat are the digital TV service from the BBC and ITV. They have over 140 TV channels and radio channels. Not only do they offer SD TV but they also offer FREE HD with no subscription and no bills. Also if your box is compatible they also offer BBC iPlayer right on your TV.
“Freesat is a great opportunity for the millions of homes with existing satellite dishes who are used to quality TV but no longer want to pay a monthly subscription for it and we continue to see an increasing number of viewers moving across from pay TV,” said Emma Scott, managing director of Freesat.
Intrested in joining Freesat via Love Digital TV?… Check out our website. Click Here
So what we are trying to say is “Well Done Freesat”
Sky 3D channel launches on April 3
Posted on | March 20, 2010
Sky’s long awaited 3D channel will launch on April 3 showing the premier league clash between Manchester United and Chelsea
Over a thousand pubs and clubs across the UK and Ireland have already signed up for the Sky 3D service, invested in 3D-ready TV sets in a deal brokered by Sky with set manufacturer LG will be showing the live match next month. The launch of the channel, which is Europe’s first dedicated 3D channel, on Sky’s Electronic Programme Guide, will mean that sky customers who have a 3D TV set, will also be able to access the channel in their homes from next month. The channel is compatible with Sony, Samsung, LG and Panasonic 3D sets.
The channel, which will be listed on the HD part of the programme guide and has yet to be assigned a number, can only be accessed by Sky customers who subscribe to Sky’s top channels and HD pack and have a 3D TC set and 3D glasses. Those customers need to call sky’s general customer service number with details of their TV in order to activate the channel.
Initially the 3D channel will only show a further five premier league football matches before the end of the current season (May 9), which have yet to be announced, and the test of the airtime will be taken up by promotional snippets from the best of sky’s 3D content – which will become available on an unconfirmed date during the second half of the year. When the channel does roll our fully into homes, it will offer a range of movies, sport, documentaries, entertainment and arts content – which have all been specially shot in 3D.
The channel will actually appear on the Sky’s menu before April 3 and customers with 3D Tv sets and right package can contact sky during this period to access the preview content
Sky Adds More HD Channels
Posted on | March 12, 2010
Sky will reach a new High Definition (HD) milestone this Summer by exceeding the 40 HD channel mark. The launch of ITV1 HD, Hallmark Channel HD and Sky Sports HD 4 will extend Sky’s HD leadership to 40 HD channels, five times more than any other HD service.
As recently confirmed, Sky will also be launching Europe’s first HD news channel, Sky News HD, in the coming months, which will further increase the channel count. Sky plans to reach 50 HD channels by Christmas this year.
The addition of ITV1 HD from 2nd April means Sky+HD homes across all ITV regions will be able to watch World Cup matches live in HD, as well as other major ITV shows such as Law and Order: UK, The Prisoner, Foyles War, Lewis, Survival with Ray Mears, and Britain’s Got Talent.
Hallmark Channel HD will showcase a range of its most popular titles in HD for the first time, including Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Without A Trace. The channel will join the Sky platform on the 28th June.
Launching on 29th April, Sky Sports HD 4 will enable Sky Sports to build on its 9,200 hours a year of live sport in HD. This year will be the busiest ever for HD content on Sky Sports, with the schedule including The Ryder Cup, The Ashes, Barclays Premier League, UEFA Champions League, Heineken Cup and Guinness Premiership rugby plus US Open tennis.
As Europe’s most comprehensive HD service, 2.1 million Sky+HD homes can currently get access to 37 HD channels spanning entertainment, sports, movies, arts, drama, kids and documentaries, including channel brands such as Sky Sports, Sky Movies, FX, Discovery, Channel 4, Sky Arts, MTV, Nat Geo, ESPN, Disney, the BBC and Sky1.
Sky Player…….
Posted on | March 8, 2010
Did you know that Sky TV customers can watch and download programmes for FREE. Even if your a Non-Sky TV customers can subscribe to Sky Player TV packs to watch live TV channels and a selection of programmes on demand. Now there’s no excuse to miss some of your favourite Sky programmes!
Live TV
Watch channels live on your computer or Xbox 360, including Sky Sports and Sky Movies. Experience fantastic viewing on your PC or Mac, with a choice of quality levels to suit your bandwidth. Browse and change channels with our online TV Guide just like on your Sky box.
TV ON DEMAND
Watch thousands of hours of TV programmes and movies on demand. There’s catch-up TV from Sky1 and the BBC, a great selection from National Geographic Channel, History and others. Plus over 500 great movies, from indies to blockbusters, from Sky Movies and Sky Box Office.
Why not check out the Sky player website
What is HD?
Posted on | February 17, 2010
Not everyone understands what HD is…. We thought we would put a quick blog together to help our customers understand HD.
High-definition television (or HDTV, or just HD) refers to video having resolution substantially higher than traditional television systems (standard-definition TV, or SDTV, or SD). HD has one or two million pixels per frame; roughly five times that of SD
But what does this mean for you?
- 5x more picture detail and incredibly vibrant colour
- Immerse yourself in the drama with superb quality digital sound
- Watch up to 37 amazing HD channels (available on Sky TV)
We get a few customers asking about HD so here is a quick Q&A. Hope it helps
What makes a HD TV ready?
- An HD ready TV must have HDMI or DVI connectivity in order to accept a digital signal from the HD receiving equipment, as well as an analogue Component (YpbPr) connection. It must also be able to handle the 720 or 1080 line formats.
Why do I need a HD TV?
- In order to enjoy high definition programmes you must have a HD Ready TV. Sky have already started broadcasting in high definition, via their Sky HD service, with lots of great programmes now seen and heard as never before. You can now enjoy a host of your favourite programmes, films, and sporting events in breathtaking quality.
Can I have HD on my old TV?
- You will not be able to watch HD pictures on your old TV unless it is HD ready. It is worth noting, however, that when analogue signals are switched off, in order to keep watching TV you will need a TV with integrated digital tuner or a digital receiver such as Freeview, cable TV or Sky.
Why replace my TV now with a HD Ready TV?
- If you are looking to buy a new TV now future-proof yourself with a HD TV. You will get a superb TV and be ready for the future of TV pictures when HD broadcasts go live in the UK. Amazing pictures, fantastic sound, stunning technology…Why wait?
We know there are more questions you would like answered. Why not drop us an email Click Here
Sky Sports Now On iPhone
Posted on | February 12, 2010
Did you hear? You can now download applications made by BSkyB in apple’s App Store.
They currently have 7 apps available to download now:
- Sky Sports Live Football Score Centre (iTunes Link)
- Sky + (iTunes Link)
- Sky News (iTunes Link)
- Sky Mobile TV (iTunes Link)
- Got to Dance (iTunes Link)
- Sky Sports Live Cricket Score Centre (iTunes Link)
- Sky Showbiz (iTunes Link)
iTunes links are next to each app name.
The one we are most interested in is the Sky Mobile TV app. Sky are now allowing their customers to watch Sky Sports 1,2,3,News and ESPN all for £6 a month. Bargain!!
Why not watch the Saturday football right from your mobile. The picture quality is amazing and the price is too.
The best part is you are not tied into any contract, if you feel you’re not using it enough after a month you can cancel it at any time.
Take a look at the screen shot below.
Coming soon to lovedigitaltv.co.uk! ;)
Posted on | February 10, 2010
Coming soon to lovedigitaltv.co.uk!
Sky have just released their new Sky+HD box that contains 1TB of memory. We have attached a picture to this blog as sky has redesigned the look of the stylish box.
The new Sky+HD box enables you to have 4x more storage, compared to the current HD box.
You can now record up to 240 hours of HD entertainment and also includes all the current features.
Both the new 1TB and existing HD boxes, offer access to the widest range of HD channels in the UK, and don’t forget these boxes will also work with Sky’s new 3D service launching later this year along with Video on Demand (VOD).
We can’t wait till we get these new boxes in stock and as soon as we do we will let you know via “Twitter”.
Who has everything you need to go digital? lovedigitaltv.co.uk!
LDTV’s Favourite TV Programmes! ;)
Posted on | February 8, 2010
We decided to play a game in the office this morning to find out what were the teams favourite programmes to watch. After a great response we have managed to narrow down the candidates.
So here is our top 5 sky gems for you check out and get clicking those series link buttons!
*Family guy- Meet the Griffin`s; Peter, Louis, Meg, Chris, Stewie and their talking dog Brian. The show centres on their life in Quohog.
*Misfits – Misfits follows five outsiders on community service that get struck by a flash storm and lumbered with special powers
* Lost – Lost is an American serial drama television series. It follows the lives of plane crash survivors on a mysterious tropical island, after a commercial passenger jet flying between Sydney and Los Angeles crashes somewhere in the South Pacific.
*Glee – It focuses on a high school show choir (also known as a glee club), called “New Directions!”, set within the fictional William McKinley High School in Lima, Ohio
*Mad Men – Mad Men is set in the 1960s, at the fictional Sterling Cooper advertising agency on Madison Avenue in New York City, and later at the newly created firm of Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce. The show centers on Don Draper, creative director at Sterling Cooper and a founding partner at Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce, as well as those in his life in and out of the office. It also depicts the changing social mores of 1960s America.
Let us know what your favorite TV show us and why. It doesn’t have to be TV now; it can be an old favorite.
