What’s even funnier is that they’ll likely keep the quality of the stream as SD on Binge/Now too, like they do for CNN, etc.
They seemingly were an afterthought or technicality, but now they’re critical in providing Hubbl with live channels. Perhaps that was the plan all along?
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Sky is literally shutting down all their SD variants over time, and Foxtel is opening new ones?
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The TV Guide yourtv.com.au has program listings under Foxtel fot hese channels:
MTV
Love Pets (ch 137)
Haunt TV (ch 138)
British Cinema HD
TRT World
I can’t find any of these channels on Foxtel, although some of the used to be on Foxtel (e.g. MTV) but no longer are. Is there any background to this, e.g. where are the program listings coming from and are they available in some way to Foxtel customers?
MTV is available to stream free on 10play
MTV, Love Pets and Haunt TV are on Fetch. TRT World is on Flash. British Cinema HD shouldn’t be on the guide until it launches. The SD version launched yesterday.
Someone is asleep at YourTV!
No, the legacy MTV Channel is exclusive to Fetch. 10 Play carries 4 MTV branded FAST channels that are quite different.
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Foxtel breaches gambling ad rules
Foxtel Cable Television Pty Limited has breached gambling advertising rules during the broadcast of an AFL match between Port Adelaide and Essendon in April 2024.
An Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) investigation found a virtual banner promoting a gambling operator that appeared during Foxtel’s coverage of the match failed to include an adequate responsible gambling message.
Under the subscription television code of practice, gambling advertisements, including banner ads, shown during broadcasts of live sport must be accompanied by a responsible gambling message.
Authority member Carolyn Lidgerwood said if broadcasters are airing gambling advertisements during live sporting events, the responsible gambling message must be aired too.
“These messages must emphasise the potential harms and risks of gambling if it is not undertaken responsibly,” Ms Lidgerwood said.
“An ‘18+’ logo on its own is not an adequate responsible gambling message.”
Once the ACMA raised its concerns with Foxtel, the broadcaster acted quickly to ensure a responsible gambling tagline was added to the advertisement.
As a result of the ACMA’s investigation Foxtel has agreed to further staff training on the regulatory requirements around gambling advertisements. Foxtel will also report back to the ACMA on all the steps it is taking to ensure the gambling ads it broadcasts have sufficient responsible gambling messages.
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Haunt TV and Love Pets have come to Foxtel as of yesterday.
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High-quality content 
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Its basically just turning in to Fetch. lol
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I’m not sure if this has been mentioned somewhere else but I noticed on my Foxtel menu yesterday a message pop up, saying that from 31st March Max will be available to Foxtel subscribers.
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In the UK Paramount+ and Discovery+ come with Sky packages now. Assuming Max will be the same.
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Are Paramount+ and Discovery+ included in Sky packages in general, or are they optional extras that you can bundle with Sky? Currently you can bundle Netflix with Foxtel but this is an optional extra.
Max includes content from Discovery as does Discovery+.
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They came as standard, Netflix you can bundle for a discount.
If you add TNT Sports it unlocks the Discovery+ sports section too.
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Email sent out this morning to Foxtel customers that MAX is ready to go and to activate through the IQ4 & IQ5 STB’s
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“STRAP IN FOR MAX, THE BEST OF HBO, WARNER BROS. AND SO MUCH MORE!”
Foxtel has unveiled a new television commercial (TVC) that highlights Foxtel’s commitment to delivering exceptional value for its customers by providing them with access to a Max subscription on their Foxtel device* at no extra cost, unlocking a world of premium content from HBO, Warner Bros. Discovery, and more.
Reinforcing Foxtel’s proposition as a one-stop shop for the best in entertainment, the creative takes viewers on a thrilling rollercoaster ride, showcasing Max’s popular lineup of fantasy, drama, comedy and more. Featuring NRL legend and Fox Sports presenters Nathan Hindmarsh and Brian Fletcher, host of Selling Houses Australia and Love It or List It Australia Andrew Winter, and actress Sana Shaik, the TVC highlights programming available on Max including HBO Originals House of the Dragon, The White Lotus, and The Last of Us, alongside movie franchises such as the Harry Potter films and classics like Friends. With Max launching in Australia on 31 March, Foxtel subscribers will enjoy seamless access to its extensive catalogue of titles.
The TVC follows the announcement of Foxtel Group as a launch partner for Warner Bros. Discovery’s Max app.
Foxtel Director of Marketing Strategy & Planning Michael Waymouth said**:** “With access to Max being made available to Foxtel subscribers, we’re making it easier than ever to access the best content all in one place. This integration reflects our commitment to delivering great value and convenience for our customers.
“We’re also proud to continue our partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery as a launch partner, bringing access to Max and its content library to the Foxtel platform at no extra cost to our subscribers.”
BALBOA Executive Creative Director Guy Sawrey-Cookson said: “Our goal with this campaign was to capture the excitement and variety of entertainment that an included Max subscription brings to Foxtel subscribers. By blending iconic moments from beloved shows and films with a dynamic, rollercoaster-style narrative, we aimed to showcase the thrill of having so much premium content at your fingertips. This ad celebrates the seamless integration of Max into the Foxtel experience, delivering creative that’s as bold and engaging as the entertainment itself."
Foxtel devices* will have access to the Max app† from 31 March, expanding their already extensive content offering and bringing the total number of available apps to 18. Max joins a comprehensive lineup that includes Netflix¹, Disney+¹, 10play¹, Amazon Prime Video¹, ABC iview², SBS On Demand¹, YouTube², YouTube Kids², 9Now¹, F1®TV³, Optus Sport⁴, Paramount+¹, 7plus⁵, Stan¹, DocPlay¹, Apple TV+6, and BritBox1.
The campaign, which was produced by BALBOA, will run on TV, social media, BVOD, online video, and on-platform promos.
1 Requires internet connected iQ3, iQ4 or iQ5. Separate subscriptions required for Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, Stan, Paramount+, DocPlay and BritBox
2 Requires internet connected iQ4 or iQ5.
3 Available to active Foxtel residential customers with an internet connected iQ4 or iQ5 and the Sports pack.
4 Requires internet connected iQ4 or iQ5 and Optus Sport subscription.
5 Requires internet connected iQ3,iQ4 or iQ5.
6 Requires an internet connected iQ4, iQ5 and an Apple TV+ subscription.
*Requires internet connected iQ3, iQ4 or iQ5. Customers with an iQ2 and below set top box will need to contact us to upgrade their box.
† Included Max plan is the Basic With Ads plan.
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Easy to set up via iq5 , Works fine good addition.