Sky HD

[KGB1998]

Given that practically all broadcasters now produce their output in HD why do Sky charge extra for the privilege of having HD?

Shouldn't this be free?

[PandJ2020]

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@KGB1998 wrote:

Given that practically all broadcasters now produce their output in HD why do Sky charge extra for the privilege of having HD?

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Because they can.   They still broadcast many channels in SD.

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Shouldn't this be free?

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No, but that's a commercial decision.  Free-to-Air HD channels are 'free'.  (You don't need the HD pack for them)

[FastEddie1]

Even the late-comer, BT TV and BT Sport (now TNT Sport) charge extra for HD.

• Its disgusting now that virtually everyone has HD and just an excuse to screw more money out of people.