Sky has recently launched a significant update for its popular Glass TVs and Stream boxes, which comes at no cost to existing users. This update, now available to households, brings various new features, such as the capability to manage Sky’s internet-enabled devices using a smartphone and set program reminders for any content listed in the TV guide.
The revamped settings menu offers a more straightforward navigation experience, with added accessibility options like enhanced contrast controls for text and backgrounds within Sky apps. The company shared insights on these enhancements, stating that the evolving Sky OS operating system has been further improved, offering smarter control options for Sky Glass and Stream customers.
For owners of Sky Glass TV, Sky Glass Air device, or Sky Stream box, these new features are automatically being rolled out without the need for manual intervention or adjustments. The update process is seamless, ensuring a hassle-free experience for users.
Among the new features introduced, users can now conveniently set reminders for their favorite shows on all Sky Glass and Stream devices. This functionality eliminates the need to search for the remote when important events like a Premier League match or season finale are about to begin. By simply visiting the show page of interest and selecting “Set a reminder,” users can receive timely notifications when the program starts.
Furthermore, a new digital Sky remote app is available for iOS and Android users, offering a convenient way to control the TV, find favorite shows, switch channels, and manage playback using a smartphone. The app also includes accessibility features like screen reader support for an enhanced user experience.
Sky has also streamlined the settings menu for easier access, making it simpler to navigate through various options such as picture and sound settings, parental controls, and accessibility features. The company has optimized the quick access menu for quicker navigation and improved user interaction.
In terms of accessibility enhancements, Sky now provides an upgraded voice guidance experience that allows customers to adjust the voice guidance speed according to their preferences while navigating the UI and popular apps like Sky Sports +, Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and RTE. Additionally, users can benefit from high contrast settings in Sky apps by enabling High contrast mode through Sky Glass or Sky Stream settings.
Furthermore, users can activate the magnification mode via Accessibility settings to zoom in up to 400% and utilize the number keys on the remote to pan across the UI. Audio Description on demand is also being introduced for Sky on-demand shows, extending the accessible experience available on Sky broadcast channels to Sky Cinema and Sky Entertainment on-demand content.