TechTvsSky TV customers using Sky Glass are about to get a cool free upgradeThe picture quality is about to get a lot betterWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechTvsSky TV customers using Sky Glass are about to get a cool free upgradeThe picture quality is about to get a lot betterWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
The picture quality is about to get a lot better
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Sky)
(Image credit: Sky)
Sky Glassis one of the best options for accessingSky TV. When it first came out, our reviewer said it was one of thebest TVsthat year.
Now, with the release of theSky Stream, users looking for the slick Sky Glass experience can do so with any TV they choose. But that doesn’t mean the end of the road for Sky Glass users.
According to Twitter user and occasional T3.com contributor,John Archer, the Sky Glass is set to get a substantial firmware update soon. There’s no word on exactlywhenthis will be released, though.
Archer says the update “completely transforms [the Sky Glass'] picture quality.”
Sky Glass firmware update: what’s new?
Archer says that the new firmware reworks the local dimming engine. That means better peak brightness and better black tones – perfect for any futureHouse of the Dragonescapades – as well as more natural colour replication, more depth, and better sharpness in the picture.
Basically, everything that wasn’t liked about the Sky Glass is reworked, providing a substantially better picture quality. That’s great news for Sky Glass users. Free is almost always good, and getting a better image without spending a penny is a brilliant freebie.
Sky Stream or Sky Glass?
Most people interested in this kind of device will now be asking themselves one question:Sky Stream or Sky Glass?If you’re looking to upgrade your TV at the same time as your Sky TV subscription, the Sky Glass is a no brainer.
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If you’ve already invested in a home entertainment setup, though, the Sky Glass may well be overkill.
That’s where the Sky Stream is perfect. Irrespective of what TV you have, Sky Stream offers a no-fuss solution, not just for Sky TV, but also for the best ofNetflix,Disney Plusand all of thebest streaming services. What’s more, with thebest streaming service dealsavailable right now, you can create a home entertainment setup without busting the bank.
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