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MisterQ 30-11-2016 18:26
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Very negative write-up on the usually impartial BBC, seemingly supporting many of the forum posters:

- No 4k
- Disappointing content
- VM hands tried by Sky and BT
- concerns over declining Virgin Media tv numbers
- tablet is "only" HD.
- VM claiming there is no demand for 4K
- VM "waiting to see" if it is 3D type scenario
- lack of HDR, VM hoping and "relying on 3rd parties" to add support
- Expensive tablet runs on old, dated (VM modified) version of Android
- lack of equivalent to Sky's multi TV approach
- tablet is not an anticipated enhancement as tablet sales are in decline
- kids app is targeted at "premium subscription options"
- Virgin will find it "hard to succeed"
- "one wonders what Virgin's marketing and communications will be"

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-38155715

Wow. Maybe VM should have splashed out on a better brand of Champagne at the launch!!

denphone 30-11-2016 18:46
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Perhaps one should do a poll on what forum members first impressions are.;)

heero_yuy 30-11-2016 18:51
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35872837)
Perhaps one should do a poll on what forum members first impressions are.;)
Well that should cut through the hype. What do the real users make of it?

Given that the presentation was only a slide show I'm not that optimistic. :erm:

denphone 30-11-2016 18:53
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by heero_yuy (Post 35872838)
Well that should cut through the hype. What do the real users make of it?

Given that the presentation was only a slide show I'm not that optimistic. :erm:
A nice useful job perhaps for one of our revered members to do.:waving:

mot12 30-11-2016 18:54
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
The Beeb talking crap as usual! Yep the event this morning seemed pretty crap, lacking info e.t.c.

But, the Beeb should read the info that has been available since this mornings event.

denphone 30-11-2016 18:56
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by mot12 (Post 35872840)
The Beeb talking crap as usual! Yep the event this morning seemed crap, lacking info e.t.c.

But, the Beeb should read the info that has been available since this mornings event.
Sadly there is more lazy journalists around now compared to what there used to be.

TAZMANUK 30-11-2016 19:04
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
bbc say tablets on decline lol more like laptops are

mot12 30-11-2016 19:12
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Most of these Beeb tech Journalists have to get the kids in the family to work their gadgets!!

I've heard. :D;)

heero_yuy 30-11-2016 19:15
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35872839)
A nice useful job perhaps for one of our revered members to do.:waving:
We have no need for recording TV as in our opinion there is never a conflict. The output is just so woeful. :( Downloads are far more interesting.

martyh 30-11-2016 19:16
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by mike_gain (Post 35872627)
That said it's 14" and has as "epic battery"....if priced correctly the kids will be getting punted to their room with this :-)
£299 .It's gonna end up being a giveaway to try to get customers back from sky .

Seems to me that it's just a direct copy of Sky Q ,only difference being Q will work well, V6 won't

BenMcr 30-11-2016 19:18
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Some info sheets on everything announced today here http://www.virginmedia.com/corporate.../virgintv.html

---------- Post added at 19:18 ---------- Previous post was at 19:17 ----------

Also some more pricing for the TellyTablet in the press release here http://www.virginmedia.com/corporate...tv-launch.html

mike_gain 30-11-2016 19:21
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by MisterQ (Post 35872827)
I wonder how long it will be before the targeted adverts start appearing on the menu screens and when you press pause during recordings etc. I'm sure many of us remember the unsuccessful trials and plans they had from a few years ago. No doubt with the extra power of the box and lack of additional monthly premium, this will be high on the agenda again?
Tetly adverts wasn't it? As I said to the time if they keep costs down i'do have no objections to adverts when paused.

mot12 30-11-2016 19:34
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Will virgin get in contact with existing customers who showed interest in the V6. ? At any point. I mailed them some time ago.

Mr Banana 30-11-2016 20:10
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by MisterQ (Post 35872833)
Very negative write-up on the usually impartial BBC, seemingly supporting many of the forum posters:

- No 4k
- Disappointing content
- VM hands tried by Sky and BT
- concerns over declining Virgin Media tv numbers
- tablet is "only" HD.
- VM claiming there is no demand for 4K
- VM "waiting to see" if it is 3D type scenario
- lack of HDR, VM hoping and "relying on 3rd parties" to add support
- Expensive tablet runs on old, dated (VM modified) version of Android
- lack of equivalent to Sky's multi TV approach
- tablet is not an anticipated enhancement as tablet sales are in decline
- kids app is targeted at "premium subscription options"
- Virgin will find it "hard to succeed"
- "one wonders what Virgin's marketing and communications will be"

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-38155715

Wow. Maybe VM should have splashed out on a better brand of Champagne at the launch!!
Did you take the time to summarise that or did your paymasters email it to you?

MisterQ 30-11-2016 20:16
Re: Virgin Media V6 - Powered by TiVo(new STB)
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr Banana (Post 35872855)
Did you take the time to summarise that or did your paymasters email it to you?
Yes thank you. Were there any points you wanted to discuss further with the forum or do you have anything to contribute, consequent to your above post?


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