Sky Sports+ is set to give sports streaming a new meaning with its upcoming launch in August 2024.
Contrary to initial thoughts, this exciting new app won't be exclusive to Sky customers; it will also be available to Virgin Media and EE TV subscribers.
CordBusters has confirmed that the latest Sky TV app will bring a wealth of bonus content and exclusive access to Sky's sporting documentaries, enhancing live sports coverage for paying customers.
Sky Sports Plus to Bring Expansive Sports Coverage
Sky Sports+ promises a substantial increase in live sports coverage, offering 50% more than the standard Sky Sports channel.
According to UK-based online publication The Sun, the app will air up to 100 sporting events simultaneously, bringing unprecedented access to a variety of sports. It will broadcast over 1,000 English Football League (EFL) games per season, thanks to a new partnership between Sky and the EFL. Additionally, Sky Sports+ will feature every match from the men's Super League, ATP & WTA Tours, US Open Tennis, PGA Tour golf, and more.
Where Will Sky Sports+ Be Accessible
The Sky Sports+ app will be integrated into Sky's existing platforms, including the Sky-owned streaming service NOW TV. However, the app relies on internet-based streaming and will not be available on Sky's older boxes.
Virgin Media TV customers who subscribe to Sky Sports will have access to Sky Sports+ on both the Virgin Media 360 box and Virgin Media Stream. However, some on-demand content may not be accessible on Virgin Media's platforms, which will primarily offer live content. Virgin Media will notify customers close to the launch date about the app's availability on older telly boxes.
EE TV customers, formerly known as BT TV, can stream Sky Sports+ via a NOW Sports subscription on both the EE TV 4K Pro Box and the new custom Apple TV box. A NOW Sports subscription is included in EE TV's Big Sport and Full Works plans, ensuring seamless access to Sky Sports+ content.
Exclusive Content and Features
Sky Sports+ will offer exclusive access to Sky's great sports documentaries, alongside a myriad of live sports events. The app's extensive capabilities include:
- Featuring all 72 EFL teams more than 20 times per season.
- Broadcasting every match from the men's Super League.
- Providing coverage from the ATP & WTA Tours and the US Open Tennis.
- Showcasing PGA Tour golf and other major sporting events.
- Hosting up to 100 concurrent events.
- Delivering over 50% more live sports coverage than the standard channel.
Enhanced Mobile Experience
In addition to the new app, Sky has revamped its Sky Sports mobile app, offering an enhanced user experience. This update will provide seamless access to Sky Sports+ content on mobile devices, ensuring that fans can enjoy their favorite sports on the go.
Sky Sports+ is set to offer an unmatched sports streaming experience with its expansive coverage, exclusive content, and integration across multiple platforms.
With its launch in the next three months, sports enthusiasts can look forward to a new era of sports viewing that offers more content, greater accessibility, and unmatched convenience-all at no extra cost.
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