Sky channels closing for SD boxes

As we have mentioned in a previous post ( HERE ) Sky are changing how they deliver their TV services. This means if you have an SD Sky Digibox box, you’ll need to upgrade to a HD digibox to continue watching Sky channels.

In May, SD users will lose access to:

Sky Sports channels.
Sky Cinema channels.
MUTV channel.

In August, SD users will lose access to all Sky channels.

Without upgrading to a Sky HD digibox Sky say “any subscriptions you have to these channels will be cancelled.”

This sounds like Sky viewers will have to pair their viewing card to the new Sky HD box – which could be tricky for some users who do not have control of their Sky account.

to check if your Sky box is affected:

Select channel 101 on your remote.
If you see BBC One HD, you’re not affected.
If you do not see BBC One HD you will need to upgrade your Sky box.