Shaw Communications (TSX:SJR.B) is now delivering its Shaw BlueSky TV across Western Canada. The video service, built on Comcast's (NASDAQ:CMCSA) cloud-basedX1 platform, was first deployed in Vancouver. It features a voice-activated remote and a guide designed to bring all content together in one place.
BlueSky TV's interface is intended to provide access to live programming, PVR recordings, on-demand shows and streaming services. The voice-activated remote allows users to find content by title, genre, actor name or by movie quote. It also features personalized recommendations and a "what's trending" option to see what content is popular with other BlueSky TV users and on Twitter.
"Talking to your television - and having it listen - is simply a magical experience that makes watching TV more enjoyable," said Jay Mehr, president, Shaw Communications. "BlueSky TV makes it easier than ever to stop scrolling and start watching the content you love with an experience you won't want to live without."
Customers can personalize BlueSky TV with any of Shaw's Small, Medium and Large TV packages. BlueSky TV also comes with WideOpen Internet 150.
BlueSky TV with the new Small video package is available to new Shaw customers for $30 per month for the first year when bundled with WideOpen Internet 150 on a two-year ValuePlan, for a total first year monthly fee of $79.90. New customers will also receive two months of complimentary access to CraveTV and The Movie Network package of channels, including HBO Canada.