BBC iPlayer now available on Sky

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At long last the UK's most popular subscription TV service, Sky, is getting BBC iPlayer. In fact, it's already launched, bringing the best of the BBC to around 6.7 million homes. Sky users will need a Sky+HD box and broadband connection to enjoy the service.

Viewers can access iPlayer directly from Sky’s on demand programme guide and it joins catch-up services from Sky, ITV, Channel 5, with Channel 4’s 4oD due to be added early next year

BBC iPlayer has been integrated into Sky’s existing electronic programme guide and on demand menus. Viewers are able to browse through content by channel, day and genre, and can gain access to BBC shows in high-definition. Regional and signed programmes are also available through dedicated categories. Once a customer has made their choice, the programme is downloaded directly to their Sky+ planner for them to watch at a time that suits them. You don't have to worry about waiting for the entire programme to download, however, you can hit play after around 10% has completed.

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In September 2012 alone, BBC iPlayer saw nearly 200 million requests for programmes, including 2.2 million for Doctor Who, 1 million for Citizen Khan and hundreds of thousands for favourites such as Strictly Come Dancing and EastEnders - there's no accounting for taste! and Bad Education. By launching on Sky+, BBC iPlayer is now available on every major UK television platform.

Luke Bradley-Jones, Director of TV Products, Sky said "We’re delighted to have partnered with the BBC to bring the best of the BBC on demand to Sky customers. Providing customers with the flexibility to enjoy their favourite TV on demand, our comprehensive catch-up TV service perfectly complements the genius of Sky+, which already helps millions of our customers take charge of their viewing. We continue to put Sky customers in control, with the addition of BBC iPlayer to Sky+ sitting alongside a range of innovations including remote record, series link and now even being able to use your iPad as a remote control."

Daniel Danker, General Manager, BBC Programmes and On-Demand, said "BBC iPlayer has had a record-breaking year, with 2 billion requests for programmes in 2011, and nearly 200 million requests in September 2012 alone. Available on over 650 platforms and devices across PC, mobile, tablet and internet-connected TVs, we are delighted that iPlayer is now also available to millions of Sky+ homes. 20% of all iPlayer use is already on the living room TV. By partnering with Sky, BBC iPlayer is available on all major UK TV platforms at no extra charge, making sure our audiences can access the best of the BBC’s content at home and on the go, whenever and wherever they choose."
 

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