Sky unveils new features for SkyQ, Disney+

By Neil Wilkes, Editor-in-chief

Published: July 9 2020 | 08:53

Last updated: July 18 2020 | 10:44

SkyQ rolls out a number of new features, including a new expanded view and Disney+ in HDR.

Sky has rolled out a new update for SkyQ customers that has seen its on-screen guide "go widescreen".

The static menu on the left, which also includes a picture-in-picture view of the current channel, has become collapsible to allow a third more information to be shown on screen.

New "show centres" gather all content relating to a specific show together on one page, including recordings, on-demand episodes and future schedule information.

New SkyQ features July 2020 © Sky

In sports, SkyQ has rolled out "sports centres" that gather live, on-demand, podcast and YouTube content in one place - in addition to features such as league tables and fixture lists - all of which can be accessed quickly by using the voice remote.

New SkyQ features July 2020 © Sky

Sky has also outlined plans to improve its HDR offering on compatible SkyQ boxes, starting with the subscription service Disney+, which is available immediately.

The broadcaster has also pledged to offer more nature documentaries and cinemas in HDR quality this side of Christmas, with live HDR sport following in 2021.