Sky Q disappears from online sales – Here’s what happens next
Sky has taken another step in its transition away from satellite-based Pay TV services by removing Sky Q kits and subscriptions from online sales.
New customers are now being directed towards the company’s broadband-powered offerings: Sky Glass, an integrated streaming television set, and Sky Stream, a standalone streaming set-top box.
Both products rely on a home broadband connection and Wi-Fi to deliver Sky’s live channels and on-demand content, eliminating the need for a satellite dish. However, some customers still favour Sky Q for its traditional features, such as local live TV recording. In contrast, Sky Glass and Sky Stream use cloud-based recording, which comes with certain limitations.
When visiting the Sky Q website, customers are greeted with the message:
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“Sky Q is no longer available to buy online, but you can get Sky Stream for less. You can’t get Sky Q online anymore, but you can take your viewing to the next level with Sky Stream from £15 a month, which includes Sky TV, Netflix, and discovery+, all in one place. No dish, no fuss. Just plug in and play. With next day delivery.”
Existing Sky Q customers will not see immediate changes; their boxes will continue to receive satellite broadcasts for years to come. Nonetheless, this move marks a significant milestone in Sky’s strategy to make streaming the primary way to access its services.
