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Old 05-11-2016, 21:22
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On PC. The blu ray comes out 5th Dec but don't know if there will be a 4k version. If there is I'll get it.
iPlayer doesn't even stream 1080, so there's no way they'll be doing 2160p.

iPlayer on Sky does the same quality as broadcast and they have their own UHD content on demand, so if anything it will be available from them. Don't know what Virgin do.

Incidentally, all Attenborough's Sky 3D docs were filmed with 4k cameras and are available in UHD (in 2D) on demand.
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Old 06-11-2016, 06:43
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iPlayer doesn't even stream 1080, so there's no way they'll be doing 2160p.

iPlayer on Sky does the same quality as broadcast and they have their own UHD content on demand, so if anything it will be available from them. Don't know what Virgin do.

Incidentally, all Attenborough's Sky 3D docs were filmed with 4k cameras and are available in UHD (in 2D) on demand.
https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&so...s8cVodHd2Rz0mA
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Old 06-11-2016, 10:54
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Old 06-11-2016, 11:36
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That article is very interesting.
It is and it will eventually happen.

But we're talking about a programme airing tonight and unless there's a deal with Sky Q in place, there is no way to watch Planet Earth II in UHD.

720p is the best the streaming iPlayer can offer at present. Upgrading the app on UHD TVs/OTT boxes would be the first logical step as few stand alone devices support 4K.
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Old 06-11-2016, 11:42
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Obviously, we all want to see programmes in resplendent colour and clarity but ultimately the content is just as important as well.
Inferior content can't be improved upon whether it's in black and white or full UHD.
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Old 06-11-2016, 12:16
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Is there an equivalent to BluRay in 4K yet? Are there 4K players?
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Old 06-11-2016, 12:26
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Is there an equivalent to BluRay in 4K yet? Are there 4K players?
Yes. Samsung and Panasonic do them, start at about £350.
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Old 06-11-2016, 12:29
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Obviously, we all want to see programmes in resplendent colour and clarity but ultimately the content is just as important as well.
Inferior content can't be improved upon whether it's in black and white or full UHD.
True. But Attenborough embraces technology and will often cover the same subjects but with an improved viewing/listening experience.
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Old 06-11-2016, 12:33
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I bet it will be available in UHD on Sky Q.
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Old 06-11-2016, 15:03
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I bet it will be beaten by The X-Factor in the ratings.
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Old 06-11-2016, 15:58
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I bet it will be beaten by The X-Factor in the ratings.
X factor gets crushed by strictly on a weekly basis. That show is so far past its sell by date. Simon should gone through with his plan to rest it for a few years.
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:20
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X factor gets crushed by strictly on a weekly basis. That show is so far past its sell by date. Simon should gone through with his plan to rest it for a few years.
Bit off topic now!!

By virtue of half the audience being 65+. XFactor still beats Strictly in the younger demos the advertisers want to reach.

Still making ITV millions, and still the programme advertisers choose to launch their big campaigns.

Back on topic, I'll wait to watch Planet Earth II until it's available, how it's meant to be watched, in UHD.
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:21
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Very excited by this. Planet Earth was one of the best things I've ever seen on TV and this second series looks even more spectacular. Can't wait!
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:22
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I bet it will be beaten by The X-Factor in the ratings.
What a random thing to write in a programmes thread?

I don't think so, last series of planet earth was getting near 10 million in the ratings. This time it'll be down but will probably beat the six million viewers X factor gets
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:30
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What a random thing to write in a programmes thread?

I don't think so, last series of planet earth was getting near 10 million in the ratings. This time it'll be down but will probably beat the six million viewers X factor gets
i hope so too, i'll be watching the wonderful visuals of our amazing planet on BBC1 tonight.
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:32
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I bet it will be beaten by The X-Factor in the ratings.
X factor gets crushed by strictly on a weekly basis. That show is so far past its sell by date. Simon should gone through with his plan to rest it for a few years.
Bit off topic now!!

By virtue of half the audience being 65+. XFactor still beats Strictly in the younger demos the advertisers want to reach.

Still making ITV millions, and still the programme advertisers choose to launch their big campaigns.

Back on topic, I'll wait to watch Planet Earth II until it's available, how it's meant to be watched, in UHD.
Very excited by this. Planet Earth was one of the best things I've ever seen on TV and this second series looks even more spectacular. Can't wait!
What a random thing to write in a programmes thread?

I don't think so, last series of planet earth was getting near 10 million in the ratings. This time it'll be down but will probably beat the six million viewers X factor gets
XF was at a series low last night, Antiques roadshow has just been a million behind XF, the years of XF getting ten million are long gone, more like six million.

I think PE2 could beat the weak XF.

Anyway, the different is PE2 is quality well produced programe with serious natural history, and presented by David Attenborough. XF no longer could be considered by any means a quality show.

I am looking forward to PE2 hope the series is available to buy before Christmas. Would be a nice present, hint hint.
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:33
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i hope so too, i'll be watching the wonderful visuals of our amazing planet on BBC1 tonight.
Agree.
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:55
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XF was at a series low last night, Antiques roadshow has just been a million behind XF, the years of XF getting ten million are long gone, more like six million.

I think PE2 could beat the weak XF.

Anyway, the different is PE2 is quality well produced programe with serious natural history, and presented by David Attenborough. XF no longer could be considered by any means a quality show.

I am looking forward to PE2 hope the series is available to buy before Christmas. Would be a nice present, hint hint.
It's available to buy from 5th Dec.
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Old 06-11-2016, 16:59
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Really looking forward to this. The promotion for it looked amazing.
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Old 06-11-2016, 17:10
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It's available to buy from 5th Dec.
Pre-order on Amazon.

£16.99 for SD (DVD), £19.99 for HD (Blu Ray) and no UHD as yet.
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Old 06-11-2016, 17:53
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Pre-order on Amazon.

£16.99 for SD (DVD), £19.99 for HD (Blu Ray) and no UHD as yet.
Why would anyone want to watch a programme like this in SD, when the whole point is the quality of the photography?

And I don't see there being a Planet Earth 3 if Trump wins on Tuesday
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Old 06-11-2016, 18:18
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Pre-order on Amazon.

£16.99 for SD (DVD), £19.99 for HD (Blu Ray) and no UHD as yet.
I'll wait until UHD version becomes available.
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Old 06-11-2016, 18:48
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Why would anyone want to watch a programme like this in SD, when the whole point is the quality of the photography?
Because people do. The majority of those with access to BBC One HD will still be watching tonight in SD, on the default channel at the top of the EPG.

Sad but true.
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Old 06-11-2016, 19:28
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Because people do. The majority of those with access to BBC One HD will still be watching tonight in SD, on the default channel at the top of the EPG.

Sad but true.
You are joking? Do you have data to justify that? I have my favourites set up on my TV which means I only switch to BBC One SD if I want to watch the local news.

And that's one thing that annoys me about ITV Meridian - it's divided into two half regions and the HD version shows the south-east half. If I wanted to watch Meridian News (which is rarely the case), I have to select the SD channel for my half of the region. I also think their news must be prerecorded, since they have the same presenters covering different regional stories.

Sorry for going so much off-topic there!
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Old 06-11-2016, 20:00
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Opening shots are Fantastic.
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