Welcome to Sky 3D

Future of TV

This year there will be an exciting new way to watch television - Sky 3D. And the great news is, you'll be able to watch it through your existing Sky+HD box with a 3D ready TV. We're starting by showcasing 3D in pubs from the beginning of April. Later in the year you'll be able to watch some of the best of Sky Sports, Sky Movies and Sky Entertainment in 3D from the comfort of your living room.

Sky 3D TV service, which is to launch later this year, will be compatible with a wide range of 3D ready TVs being launched in the UK and Ireland during 2010.

The channel will offer a broad selection of the best available 3D programming, which is expected to include movies, entertainment and sport. The service will be broadcast across Sky’s existing HD infrastructure and be available via the current generation of Sky+HD set-top boxes. To watch 3D, customers will also require a new '3D Ready' TV, which are expected to be on sale in the UK soon.

How much will Sky 3D cost?
If you’re a Sky World customer with the HD Pack then you’re ready to experience Sky 3D. There will be no additional charges so when we launch all you have to do is plug your 3D TV into your Sky+HD box and put on your 3D glasses.*

When can I buy a 3D ready TV?
The first 3D TVs and 3D glasses should be available to buy in the UK from Spring this year, with more arriving in the Autumn.

What to look for when buying a 3D ready TV
Sky 3D will be compatible with the 3D ready TVs being launched in the UK and Ireland during 2010 from major manufacturers such as LG, Panasonic, Samsung and Sony. 3D ready TVs come in two different formats – Active and Passive. Sky 3D works with both. You’ll need to wear glasses with both types. All the major TV manufacturers are launching both Active and Passive models so check them both out and choose the one that works best for you.