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SatelliteHelp · 22-11-05, 10:04 PM

The BBC has confirmed it is introducing high definition for many of its best-known programmes. It intends to 'simulcast' highlights of BBC1's peak time schedule in HD format from the middle of next year on satellite and cable. It will also launch a trial of HDTV broadcasts via Freeview. The news was welcomed by Sky, and Richard Freudenstein, its Chief Operating Officer, said: "Sky welcomes the announcement by the BBC. The BBC's commitment to HD is very positive news for this exciting technology and ensures that viewers will be able to enjoy an even wider choice of programmes in HD quality. Falling prices for HD Ready TVs available before Christmas are also contributing to growing interest in Sky's plans to launch HD."

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SatelliteHelp Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 199 Thanks: 0 Thanked 60 Times in 7 Posts	Sky welcomes BBC's high definition plans The BBC has confirmed it is introducing high definition for many of its best-known programmes. It intends to 'simulcast' highlights of BBC1's peak time schedule in HD format from the middle of next year on satellite and cable. It will also launch a trial of HDTV broadcasts via Freeview. The news was welcomed by Sky, and Richard Freudenstein, its Chief Operating Officer, said: "Sky welcomes the announcement by the BBC. The BBC's commitment to HD is very positive news for this exciting technology and ensures that viewers will be able to enjoy an even wider choice of programmes in HD quality. Falling prices for HD Ready TVs available before Christmas are also contributing to growing interest in Sky's plans to launch HD."