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clinty

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#282766 10-Mar-2021 18:21

Sky has released a brand new SkyGo app ( not an update )

Download links for new app:

IOS

Android

Sky Go login required.

Nicer interface - seems to be able to access more content, up to 5 devices ( 1 stream at a time though). Better search too.

Includes the functionality of the Sky Guide app to allow you to remote record, and apparently download to watch later coming soon

Unfortunately it doesn't carry over your watchlist :(

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#2671251 10-Mar-2021 18:36

But is it available on my 2019 lg tv!

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#2671278 10-Mar-2021 19:30

It won't work on vintage TV..

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#2671338 10-Mar-2021 21:47

I think the capabilities are quite clearly spelled out in the name SkyGo. It’s designed for Sky satellite customers to access content while on the go. Don’t expect it to be coming to any streaming boxes or TV App Library anytime soon

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#2671339 10-Mar-2021 21:49

No they’re positioning sky sport now for big tv access without subscription.

They don’t, however have a replacement for all the other channels. Neon comes close but unsure what devices other than a browser of iPad/iPhone it’s on.

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#2673926 13-Mar-2021 17:59

The guide does not list team names on it, and they have no synopsis either. I’ve submitted feedback around this.

Search appears to be much better And the ability to go back 2 hours from vs 30 minutes on the old app.

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#2673946 13-Mar-2021 19:04

Senecio: I think the capabilities are quite clearly spelled out in the name SkyGo. It’s designed for Sky satellite customers to access content while on the go. Don’t expect it to be coming to any streaming boxes or TV App Library anytime soon

Lol. If that was the case they wouldn’t allow chrome cast or AirPlay.

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#2673950 13-Mar-2021 19:26

Batman: But is it available on my 2019 lg tv!

Only if you are in Outram

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#2694501 18-Apr-2021 17:28

Doesn't appear to want to cast to a chromecast connected to a Panasonic 4K TV. Says ready to cast on the TV screen but just shows a white circle on a blue screen on the Sky Go - Companion App on an Android Phone. Netflix casts successfully.

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#2694525 18-Apr-2021 20:01

JarrodM:

The guide does not list team names on it, and they have no synopsis either. I’ve submitted feedback around this.

Search appears to be much better And the ability to go back 2 hours from vs 30 minutes on the old app.

and the guide only includes sky channels. Im sticking with the sky tv guide app for the time being so i can remote record all channels.

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#2696726 22-Apr-2021 15:29

So I am in Hamilton for the weekend supposed to be out shopping on Sunday when the Crusaders are (hopefully) beating the Blues. Has anyone tried casting from the new app? Does anyone know what the quality is like?

Anyone know how soon after a match finishes the app will have the game available for replay?

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#2696730 22-Apr-2021 15:38

The new app performs like junk on my OnePlus3 - video constantly freezing/jumping.

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#2696779 22-Apr-2021 18:23

I've had no issues with my P30 Pro and casting to my Sony bravia's

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#2696887 22-Apr-2021 23:43

Is there some limitation on the new app? I can see my shield TV but not my android TV? YouTube works to both.

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#2696893 23-Apr-2021 00:27

networkn:

So I am in Hamilton for the weekend supposed to be out shopping on Sunday when the Crusaders are (hopefully) beating the Blues. Has anyone tried casting from the new app? Does anyone know what the quality is like?

Anyone know how soon after a match finishes the app will have the game available for replay?

On IOS (both iPad & iPhone) airplaying to Apple TV 4k is bloody awful. Quality fluctuates and can only get 50 fps for a few minutes before it turns to unwatchable. Never had this problem on the old Skygo app.

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#2696954 23-Apr-2021 09:33

Does anyone know the supported resolutions and bit rates on the new app?

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