Sky has launched a new service today that allows subscribers to access Sky TV, Netflix and other channels without the need for a satellite dish.
The product - called Sky Stream - was launched today, and offers the same features as Sky Glass, but without the need for viewers to buy a Sky TV with the service built in. Customers who sign up to Sky Stream get 'Sky Ultimate TV', which includes over 120 channels, plus Netflix's 'basic' subscription as standard for £29 a month for a rolling contract or £26 a month if you commit for 18 months.
The standard package is only available on one TV and does not include premium channels such as Sky Sports, Sky Cinema or Sky Kids but if you want to use it on multiple devices, you can upgrade to the 'Whole Home' pack, which allows you to stream on up to six devices at once. You can also add premium channels to your package.
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Sky Stream plugs into a power supply, and you don't need Sky broadband to get it. Here we have a look at how Sky Stream stacks up against other services:
Sky Stream
Basic price: £29/month or £26/month + add-ons for premium channels such as sports and movies
What you get: 120+ channels, plus Netflix's 'basic' subscription
Basic Price: Free if your TV has Freeview built in. If not, a set-top box costs around £25.
What you get: 70 TV and radio channels
Basic Price: £6.99/month. You can upgrade to £10.99/month for standard or £15.99/month for premium, both of which enable you to use multiple devices at once
What you get: Netflix streaming service
Basic price: £9.99/month + extra for add-ons such as sports and movies
What you get: Over 300 box sets, plus Sky Entertainment channels such as Atlantic and Max
Sky Glass
Basic price: From £26/month for a 24-month contract or Or £13/month for a 48-month contract for the TV, plus Sky package of your choice
What you get: Packages start at £26/month
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