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Title: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: mink on Jan 19, 2002 at 10:41 AM
This thread is for discussing the 2008 Cable Channel Programming Changes.
Title: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: jason13 on Sep 05, 2007 at 10:26 PM
Guys, I just found out all Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable effective January 1, 2008.

These channels are:
1. Basketball TV
2. Solar Sports
3. JackTV
4. ETC
5. 2nd Avenue
6. Crime/Suspense.


This is for all SkyCable packages, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Let's make a complaint para di ituloy.

The Balls TV on channel 33 that airs the US Open will be the replacement for Basketball TV. It sucks right. Its all over Pinoy forums now. One of the reasons for the removal was Sky wanted to remove ETC and JackTV because Sky wanted to have a similar channel. Solar's reply was if Sky will remove 2 channels, why not remove them all, hence the issue.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 05, 2007 at 10:28 PM
greed again rears its ugly head.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: pekspert on Sep 05, 2007 at 10:29 PM
good thing im with another cable company ;D

pero i was thinking of getting the platinum digibox once it becomes available in our area, but without those channels i would think otherwise.

ballstv isnt bad since they carry tennis which i love.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: indie boi on Sep 05, 2007 at 10:45 PM
Knew about this move way back July... I even posted a "what if?" question at the "Which Cable TV provider do you subscribe to?" thread. These channels will be removed because, from what I've heard, they will start channels similar to the ones they will remove.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: jason13 on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:01 PM
Knew about this move way back July... I even posted a "what if?" question at the "Which Cable TV provider do you subscribe to?" thread. These channels will be removed because, from what I've heard, they will start channels similar to the ones they will remove.

yep, i saw your post about that, how did you know about it?
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:02 PM
oh man...i will go to where the nba is shown.  solar has the exclusive rights in the phils. right?
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: indie boi on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:03 PM
I know someone from the company.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: jason13 on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:04 PM
I know someone from the company.

which one, sky or solar?
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: jason13 on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:06 PM
oh man...i will go to where the nba is shown.  solar has the exclusive rights in the phils. right?

AFAIK, yes, but Sky will also try to get the rights to show NBA, they're actually doing a survey right now on what shows you want. Probably they will air it on their own upcoming channels and NBA is one of the most wanted.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: frootloops on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:12 PM
This is what I get after paying so much on them? Sky is an 37OHSSV!
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: tonedeaf on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:37 PM
hope this isn't true.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: jason13 on Sep 05, 2007 at 11:39 PM
hope this isn't true.

its confirmed, call Sky, they wont even deny it.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: jeckjeck on Sep 06, 2007 at 03:34 AM
this reminds of the time they also pulled all the Star Channels...  :(
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: AshKetchum on Sep 06, 2007 at 08:00 AM
SkyCable is greedy, period. They've already started blatantly begging asking for advertisers to advertise for them through one of their crappy in-house ads, and in return we get to see ads aired over legit ads on CNN, Animax, and other stations. Pretty soon we'll be seeing shampoo and sanitary napkin commercials everywhere...  :P
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: Ashburndaride on Sep 06, 2007 at 01:22 PM
first they shut down our cable forcing us to get that 1.5k digibox and then now this?! F%$CK SKY CABLE! >:(
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Sep 06, 2007 at 10:17 PM
I knew there was a reason I didn't discontinue my Destiny subscription despite almost never switching over to Destiny from my main Sky hookup.

I think Destiny will soon have a newfound popularity, just like when Sky discontinued their Star channels (as mentioned above). That was when I initially subscribed to Destiny.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: jason13 on Sep 06, 2007 at 11:25 PM
Guys, this is what we're gonna lose if Solar Channels will be removed.

Courtesy of GARLiC on PinoyExchange:

Greetings from Solar Entertainment Corporation!

We would like to provide everyone with updates on recent developments in the area of programming, such as key acquisitions, telecast policy and business initiatives. Aside from having the rights to ALL Manny Pacquiao fights and the NBA games we also continue to have exclusive rights to many of the best properties for our sports and entertainment channels.

Moving toward the last quarter of 2007 and into the New Year, We are happy to announce the following:

1. Solar has entered into agreement with the International Olympics Committee (IOC) covering all Exclusive Broadcast Rights including Free TV, Basic Cable, satellite, mobile television, pay television, closed-circuit television and internet television for the following:

* 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
* 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Games
* 2012 London Olympic Games

Next year, 8/08/08, Solar will be bringing to the Philippines an unprecedented number of hours of various Olympic sports through Pay Per View, Closed Circuit, RPN, Solar Sports, Basketball TV, ETC and 2nd Avenue from Beijing. In addition, Solar will be sending its production crew to Beijing to cover the participation of the Philippines at the Games.

2. To continue our ability to deliver to our valued clients the most current entertainment programming, Solar has secured multi-year volume deals with major studios and production companies including the following:

* NBC-Universal Television
* Warner Brothers International Television
* Fox Television
* CBS-Paramount

The deals give Solar first choice of selection over all new products and properties from the studios and provide our cable affiliates the assurance that all hit series such as 24, Heroes plus the new series from the 2007 production slate will exclusively have its premieres and first telecast window on Solar’s Channels over our competition.

Renewed hit series for the season are the following:

* Heroes
* Bones
* 24

* Shark
* Prison Break
* My Name is Earl
* America’s Next Top Model
* Project Runway
* Top Chef
* Saturday Night Live
* One Tree Hill
* Without A Trace
* Cold Case
* The Closer
* Men in Trees
* Hell’s Kitchen
* Extreme Makeover
* Home Edition
* Beauty And The Geek
* Law and Order SVU
* Nip Tuck
* The Office
* The Simpson’s
* Family Guy
* Survivors: China
* America’s Got Talent.

Recently acquired for telecast this next few months are the following:

* The Sopranos,
* Entourage
* My Boys
* The Tudors

And from the new television season in the U.S., the new series we have acquired are the ff:

* Bionic Woman
* The Sarah Connors Chronicles
* Pushing Daisies
* Chuck
* Big Bang Theory
* Alien In America
* Journeyman
* New Amsterdam
* Big Shots
* Burn Notice
* Moonlight

3. The most exciting news for all our clients and agencies which we would like to share with you, coinciding with the start of the new Fall Season this October, 2007, in the United States, Solar will be scheduling series such as Heroes, 24, Prison Break, Sarah Connors Chronicles and Bionic Woman, on a day and date basis with the US telecast schedule.

This means, instead of waiting for the inevitable delay due to tape shipment and to counter the illegal downloading of content on the internet, cable viewers can now watch these series at the same time as the American viewers. This dramatic scheduling innovation will surely add more value to their viewing experiences.

Of course, the current world class sports properties will continue including the FIBA games, U.S. NCAA, Collegiate Champions League, PBL games, French Open Tennis, Ultimate Fighting Championship, Bundes Liga, La Liga, the NFL and PGA Golf Tour.

************************************************** ********
Can SkyCable, beat that, no they can't, best shows not to mention updated, multi-year volume deals with major studios and production companies, NBA and the Olympic Games.

Again, SOLAR is the new STAR. Even SkyCable and STAR TV cannot beat that.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: indie boi on Sep 07, 2007 at 12:13 AM
Hmm, makes me want to get a Destiny subscription on top of our Skycable line. Having said that, I don't know why Solar gets La Liga and the Bundes Liga but not the Premiership, which I think is more popular.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: dobler on Sep 07, 2007 at 12:32 AM
crapERS!  >:( >:( >:( >:(
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Battousai on Sep 07, 2007 at 12:53 PM
Teka, may mga SOLAR channels na ba sa Destiny? I can live without the rest of the channels, but it's a must that I have Basketball TV and Jack TV.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 07, 2007 at 01:24 PM
me too....BTV is why i subscribed to sky.  Not now that my beloved celtics have acquired garnett!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Wiggum on Sep 07, 2007 at 02:19 PM
Teka, may mga SOLAR channels na ba sa Destiny? I can live without the rest of the channels, but it's a must that I have Basketball TV and Jack TV.

Oo nga - can someone confirm this please?  Are all the Solar channels available on Destiny?  What other local cable provider has them?  If the Solar channels are discontinued on Skycable, goodbye Skycable.. 

I will also pass this info along to as many subscribers I know..
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Sep 07, 2007 at 02:49 PM
Teka, may mga SOLAR channels na ba sa Destiny? I can live without the rest of the channels, but it's a must that I have Basketball TV and Jack TV.

Right now, the Solar channels are on Destiny except for Basketball TV.

For those considering shifting, let me mention that ESPN/Star Sports is not ALWAYS included in Destiny Cable. Some areas have those two, others don't.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Munskie on Sep 07, 2007 at 03:10 PM
here in Angeles City, we only have 1 cable TV provider, but fortunate that STAR channels are complete, and Solar channels too...but we didnt have coverage of the US Open......I dont know if we will have that "Balls" channel...
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jeckjeck on Sep 07, 2007 at 04:27 PM
AAAARGGGHHH... Napaka siba talaga ng mga Lopez!!! ABS CBN stuck it to us with a crappy faux reality show in Pinoy Big Brother then also suckered their loyal fans with a rigged game show aka Wowowee... Then there's f***ng Meralco f***ng consumers with unreasonable and unsubstantiated electric bills... and now f***ng SkyCable attempting to monopolize the market...  >:( >:( >:( Hoy Lopez! Grow a heart! Grow a conscience!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Thames on Sep 07, 2007 at 04:44 PM
according to their ad today  on a philippine star these are the new channels that will replace the solar channels.

foxcrime
kids co.
axn beyond
balls
velvet tv
maxxx

the problem is... baka puro premium channels to at magdadag pa tayo bayad para makapanood.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Sep 07, 2007 at 04:45 PM
I've already called up Destiny, Basketball TV is available as a premium channel. 200 pesos will be the additional but you will also get SuperSports and some foreign language channels na isa lang ang may subtitle.

Guys, its SkyCable said its a done deal na daw and the contract was not renewed due to commercial terms. SkyCable's contract with Solar will end December 31, 2007. Though SkyCable are currently negotiating to the providers to air some of the NBA games and WWE. I hope they would extend the contract and end it at least after showing the Olympics or if they can beat Solar, I would reconsider disconnecting.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: jason13 on Sep 07, 2007 at 04:46 PM
according to their ad today  on a philippine star these are the new channels that will replace the solar channels.

foxcrime
kids co.
axn beyond
balls
velvet tv
maxxx

the problem is... baka puro premium channels to at magdadag pa tayo bayad para makapanood.

no, its not premium, those channels will be the replacement for Solar's channels.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: pekspert on Sep 07, 2007 at 05:08 PM
and here i was contemplataing of getting skycable...good thing im still with destiny. Yup just add P200/month then you get all the sports channels, except ballstv. You get espn, starsports, btv, eurosports, S1, + all solar channels. Hala, lipat na!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: hubes on Sep 07, 2007 at 06:21 PM
Right now, the Solar channels are on Destiny except for Basketball TV.

For those considering shifting, let me mention that ESPN/Star Sports is not ALWAYS included in Destiny Cable. Some areas have those two, others don't.

Hi. Mr Hankey. How's the signal of Destiny compared with sky?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Sep 07, 2007 at 07:22 PM
i had destiny before i switched to sky, destiny's signal is super clear compared to sky and less downtimes but it may depend on the area.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Wiggum on Sep 07, 2007 at 08:42 PM
Just to help in the decision-making, which channels are exclusively on Skycable and are not offered on Destiny?  ANC for sure, Cinemax, Lifestyle Channel and AXN, right?  I can live without those, but not BTV, Jack TV, ETC/2nd Avenue, Crime Suspense (especially with Solar's promise that they will be showing some US TV series on a same day/date basis here in the Philippines - I hope this is true).
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 07, 2007 at 09:26 PM
Just to help in the decision-making, which channels are exclusively on Skycable and are not offered on Destiny?  ANC for sure, Cinemax, Lifestyle Channel and AXN, right?  I can live without those, but not BTV, Jack TV, ETC/2nd Avenue, Crime Suspense (especially with Solar's promise that they will be showing some US TV series on a same day/date here in the Philippines - I hope this is true).

oo nga!!!  imagine Heroes same day showing with the US!!!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Sep 07, 2007 at 10:36 PM
Hi. Mr Hankey. How's the signal of Destiny compared with sky?

Roughly equivalent for most channels, but in my house, Sky has some channels which are quite poor in picture quality (surprisingly, the Lopez' own Studio 23 is almost unviewable during certain hours of the day), while Destiny has no channels with significantly bad picture quality.

3. The most exciting news for all our clients and agencies which we would like to share with you, coinciding with the start of the new Fall Season this October, 2007, in the United States, Solar will be scheduling series such as Heroes, 24, Prison Break, Sarah Connors Chronicles and Bionic Woman, on a day and date basis with the US telecast schedule.

Wow, nice. Solar is quite smart - this is one surefire way of combating online download/fake DVD piracy. I'm glad I bought a new DVD-Recorder!  ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: X-®an™ on Sep 07, 2007 at 11:15 PM
Wow, nice. Solar is quite smart - this is one surefire way of combating online download/fake DVD piracy. I'm glad I bought a new DVD-Recorder!  ;D

Mr. Hankey, makiki-FTP na lang ha  ;)

If this is imminent, then I guess maraming lilipat sa Destiny.  I hope everyone does... serves them right!!!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jeyps11_c on Sep 07, 2007 at 11:29 PM
I'm moving to Destiny by the end of this year...that's for sure.
Can't live without BTV! The additional Php200 is worth it.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Wiggum on Sep 08, 2007 at 11:08 AM
Just saw Skycable's full-page ad in the Inquirer to announce their new channels, with the official statement that all Solar channels will be dropped from their line-up in January 2008.  Skycable said they came up with their new channels based on "consumer feedback, ratings and commercial considerations"?  "Commercial considerations" I can understand based on info that's been posted on this thread, but Skycable thinks its new channels are also reflective of info on "consumer feedback" and "ratings"?  ???  IMO, what I'll be paying Skycable for these channels will obviously NOT be value for money.  >:(  No turning back for the two companies now huh?  So, adios Skycable..         
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: clea on Sep 08, 2007 at 11:14 AM
PAying Skycable for BALLS... nyahahaha sounds weird!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 08, 2007 at 11:29 AM
PAying Skycable for BALLS... nyahahaha sounds weird!

well at least you can literally say skycable has BALLS!   ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 08, 2007 at 11:34 AM
Just saw Skycable's full-page ad in the Inquirer to announce their new channels, with the official statement that all Solar channels will be dropped from their line-up in January 2008.  Skycable said they came up with their new channels based on "consumer feedback, ratings and commercial considerations"?  "Commercial considerations"

and they conveniently dropped what consumers will be missing when they take out the solar channels. ::)

darn...solar would be airing day & date of popular series!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Sep 08, 2007 at 03:11 PM
Nako ha, Baka mamaya, pag lumipat na tayong lahat sa Destiny, kukunin uli ng Sky ang Solar at gagawing exclusive to them ha? I remember moving to Destiny when Sky took out StarWorld, Star Movies and AXN. Tapos some time later, Sky took back the Star channels and AXN, nawala sa Destiny and we were forced to move back to Sky!  >:(
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 08, 2007 at 03:30 PM
Nako ha, Baka mamaya, pag lumipat na tayong lahat sa Destiny, kukunin uli ng Sky ang Solar at gagawing exclusive to them ha? I remember moving to Destiny when Sky took out StarWorld, Star Movies and AXN. Tapos some time later, Sky took back the Star channels and AXN, nawala sa Destiny and we were forced to move back to Sky!  >:(

that's not so hard to imagine...lalo na if these new channels are flops.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: tonedeaf on Sep 08, 2007 at 05:59 PM
aarrgghh.  it is the star channels saga all over again.

this is crazy. i used to be a destiny subscriber and i was forced to switch to homecable because AXN and the star channels were no longer being offered. then i moved and my building only offered sky. now i have to lobby so my building will allow destiny also (i'm hoping this might be feasible since they allow destiny interenet here). bwisit talaga ang sky.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: deweyfinn on Sep 09, 2007 at 02:55 AM
Is this only for SkyCable's Manila subscribers (remember us over in San Pedro, Laguna still don't have Animax)
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: geckoph on Sep 09, 2007 at 06:57 PM
AFAIK, yes, but Sky will also try to get the rights to show NBA, they're actually doing a survey right now on what shows you want. Probably they will air it on their own upcoming channels and NBA is one of the most wanted.

Who cares? I want my NBA...24/7...
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 09, 2007 at 08:19 PM
Who cares? I want my NBA...24/7...

to my knowledge only solar has exclusive rights to cover the NBA games on a daily basis.  this was their come on when solar sports was first aired.  and solar is the only one officially licensed by NBA TV.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: jaimsitecom on Sep 09, 2007 at 10:29 PM
uy bad trip talaga tong sky ha!  exclusive pa naman na sky ang condo bldg namin so i have no choice! aaargh! kailangan ibraso ko sa association ng bldg na lumipat na kami sa destiny.

btw, yung premium channels ba ng destiny available sa lahat ng areas? sabi kasi ng iba ala pa daw sa quezon city e.  patay ang nba ko! yari
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Sep 10, 2007 at 02:18 PM
between etc's conan o' brien and velvet's the view, i'd have to choose conan! but i would really miss axn and star movies.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Wiggum on Sep 11, 2007 at 08:44 AM
Thanks to Wikipedia, here's a partial channel comparison between Destiny Cable (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Destiny_Cable) and Skycable Gold (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_SkyCable_channels) (or what channels you'll get - the more important ones IMO - if you can move to Destiny and what channels you'll forego if you cut your Skycable subscription) beginning January 2008:

Destiny Cable                     Skycable Gold
Playhouse Disney
Discovery Travel & Living   
Crime/Suspense
Jack TV
ETC
2nd Avenue
Pinoy Box Office
Turner Classic Movies
Fox News
Channel V
Viva Prime Channel
Solar Sports
Basketball TV (Premium)
DZMM TeleRadyo
ANC
MYX
Cinemax
Star World
Star Movies
National Geographic
Animax
Hero TV
Lifestyle Channel
AXN
Cinema One
AXN Beyond
FoxCrime
Balls
Kids Co (includes Playhouse Disney)
Maxxx
Velvet TV

According to the links, ESPN and Star Sports channels are initially available to Destiny subscribers in Makati, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Manila and Pasay areas only.

Another important factor - Skycable Gold rates are more expensive (P800+/mo).  I don't think the new Skycable channels will give you value for money at these rates.

[Edited by Mr. Hankey: And to compare that rate so you can see all information in this single post, for all those channels listed above, I only pay Destiny P450/mo. Add 200 for Premium daw?]
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: X-®an™ on Sep 11, 2007 at 10:14 PM
Not so clear cut pala ang choice for me... my kids will definitely miss Animax!  On the other hand, I will miss NBA...

At first glance, I thought Playhouse was a merger between Playboy and Penthouse  :D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: gearhead on Sep 11, 2007 at 10:22 PM
i don't have cable for now, but i came from sky cable too and is now looking at destiny. one glaring omission for me is national geographic. i couldn't care less about the other channels. that and discovery channel for me. used to be i'm a regular viewer of anc too, but i outlived that already.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: jason13 on Sep 12, 2007 at 07:24 PM
Thanks to Wikipedia, here's a partial channel comparison between Destiny Cable (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Destiny_Cable) and Skycable Gold (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_SkyCable_channels) (or what channels you'll get - the more important ones IMO - if you can move to Destiny and what channels you'll forego if you cut your Skycable subscription) beginning January 2008:

Destiny Cable                     Skycable Gold
Playhouse Disney
Discovery Travel & Living   
Crime/Suspense
Jack TV
ETC
2nd Avenue
Pinoy Box Office
Turner Classic Movies
Fox News
Channel V
Viva Prime Channel
Solar Sports
Basketball TV (Premium)
DZMM TeleRadyo
ANC
MYX
Cinemax
Star World
Star Movies
National Geographic
Animax
Hero TV
Lifestyle Channel
AXN
Cinema One
AXN Beyond
FoxCrime
Balls
Kids Co (includes Playhouse Disney)
Maxxx
Velvet TV

According to the links, ESPN and Star Sports channels are initially available to Destiny subscribers in Makati, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Manila and Pasay areas only.

Another important factor - Skycable Gold rates are more expensive (P800+/mo).  I don't think the new Skycable channels will give you value for money at these rates.

[Edited by Mr. Hankey: And to compare that rate so you can see all information in this single post, for all those channels listed above, I only pay Destiny P450/mo. Add 200 for Premium daw?]

Playhouse Disney is a separate channel only available on SkyCable Platinum and KidsCo will also be a separate channel that will be available on SkyCable Gold.

Btw, someone posted that AXN is currently under negotiation with Destiny.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: jason13 on Sep 12, 2007 at 07:29 PM
Not so clear cut pala ang choice for me... my kids will definitely miss Animax!  On the other hand, I will miss NBA...

At first glance, I thought Playhouse was a merger between Playboy and Penthouse  :D

hahaha, playhouse = playboy + penthouse, that would be some kind of an adult channel.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Sep 13, 2007 at 05:22 PM
I saw the ad on the Inquirer last Saturday about the programs on AXN Beyond, Fox Crime, Velvet and Maxxx and the programs don't appeal to me.  :P But I would really miss ANC, Myx, Nat Geo, Star World and Star Movies, and Cinema One which screens some of the best Pinoy classics from Bernal, Brocka,etc.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: geckoph on Sep 13, 2007 at 06:03 PM
anc? myx? nat geo? star world? star movies? cinema one? paano nangyari yun?

di ba ang mawawal eh mga solar channels?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Sep 13, 2007 at 10:08 PM
^ Whoops! Sorry for the confusion.Solar channels nga ang mawawala. I was just thinking ahead of what channels that are exclusive to Sky I would miss if I transfer to Destiny to get the Solar channels.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Sep 14, 2007 at 07:56 PM
Guys, i've read in another forum that all Solar's channels are now exclusive to Destiny Cable. Naman, no hope na ba talaga for SkyCable to have Solar's channels back on its channel line-up.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: gearhead on Sep 15, 2007 at 03:00 AM
i tell you in all certainty, tuloy na tuloy na yung cable lineup ng CPI so malabo na yung pagbalik ng solar in the near future. baka panibagong negotiations na yan.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: tonedeaf on Sep 16, 2007 at 10:50 AM
just saw a flyer from 'global destiny'. no AXN or basketball tv yet. the other solar channels are included (mostly. i'm not sure if C/S is there though)
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: pekspert on Sep 16, 2007 at 11:07 AM
^^ theres no axn, btv is a premium channel which you need to get a set top box for (addl P200 monthly and have to pay P1,500 ata for the box), and there is C/S (not premium).
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: wrathboo21 on Sep 17, 2007 at 02:18 AM
There's a rumor that BTv will be a regular destiny channel by november (i guess in time for the tip off nba '08 season). Another rumor is that Destiny is currently negotiating to get Star TV and AXN once again.  :o
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Sep 17, 2007 at 07:48 PM
There's a rumor that BTv will be a regular destiny channel by november (i guess in time for the tip off nba '08 season). Another rumor is that Destiny is currently negotiating to get Star TV and AXN once again.  :o

well, if STAR, including STAR Chinese Movies and AXN would be back on Destiny, Animax na lang, masaya na ako...
 ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: tonedeaf on Sep 17, 2007 at 10:09 PM
There's a rumor that BTv will be a regular destiny channel by november (i guess in time for the tip off nba '08 season). Another rumor is that Destiny is currently negotiating to get Star TV and AXN once again.  :o

i really should lobby our building administrator once i get back to manila this week. hehehe.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: alcobobaz on Sep 20, 2007 at 07:16 PM
I saw the ad on the Inquirer last Saturday about the programs on AXN Beyond, Fox Crime, Velvet and Maxxx and the programs don't appeal to me. 

We don't have Inquirer so can I ask what those programs are? Bad trip Sky Cable!!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: clea on Sep 20, 2007 at 08:35 PM
i really should lobby our building administrator once i get back to manila this week. hehehe.

write a petition for all the tenants/owners to get their opinion to ensure that the administrator will listen.  but things like this usually cost money that the cable company will need to shoulder :o
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: tonedeaf on Sep 21, 2007 at 12:52 PM
^ just confirmed with the building admin - we're exclusive to skycable, some kind of contract daw.  :'(
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Sep 21, 2007 at 04:27 PM
for alcobobaz and the rest, here's the list of tv shows as advertised in the sept. 8 issue of the inquirer:
AXN Beyond: Dresden Files, Painkiller Jane, Hex, Ripley's Believe it or not, Supernatural
Fox crimeBrotherhood, Dexter, CSI, CSI miami, Law & order, Masterminds
Velvet The view, Good morning america, Crossing Jordan, E!news weekend, Soup, Extreme makeover home edition
Maxx Bullrun, Unique whips, Xplay

Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Pillow on Sep 22, 2007 at 06:46 AM
Balls is on its initial test broadcast on sky. Its on channel 33, if i remember correctly.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Sep 22, 2007 at 11:59 AM
Balls is on its initial test broadcast on sky. Its on channel 33, if i remember correctly.

noticed that.  as i recall puros tennis.  no sign of nba basketball.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: viperkid on Sep 22, 2007 at 01:26 PM
I'm going home this December and I'm a huge NFL fan do they have NFL in Balls?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: clea on Sep 23, 2007 at 02:03 AM
^ just confirmed with the building admin - we're exclusive to skycable, some kind of contract daw.  :'(

if you can ask for a copy of the contract, you might check the details. there might be afine print which could help your cause ;)
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Sep 24, 2007 at 11:19 AM
3. The most exciting news for all our clients and agencies which we would like to share with you, coinciding with the start of the new Fall Season this October, 2007, in the United States, Solar will be scheduling series such as Heroes, 24, Prison Break, Sarah Connors Chronicles and Bionic Woman, on a day and date basis with the US telecast schedule.

Heroes Season 2 debuts tomorrow in the States. So, are we getting it on the same day/date locally, or was this claim of Solar nothing but a lot of BS?

For a major coup like this, I'd expect a bit more publicity, not just a post on an internet message board.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: indie boi on Sep 24, 2007 at 11:20 AM
I have a feeling that they'll only start that same date/same airing schedule when they leave skycable.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Sep 27, 2007 at 12:39 AM

Cable company dropping Solar channels effective Jan.1
Article posted September 26, 2007 - 11:00 PM
BY JEFFREY O. VALISNO, BusinessWorld Senior reporter

DOMINANT CABLE television service provider SkyCable is set to implement major changes in its programming lineup starting January next year, introducing six new channels that are each targeted to cater to specific audiences.

The new channels will likely replace the six cable channels owned and operated by local media firm Solar Entertainment Corp., whose contract to broadcast on SkyCable will expire on Dec. 31.

In a recent media preview, SkyCable Vice-President for programming Juno Chuidian announced that the six new channels are: AXN Beyond, Balls, Fox Crime, KidsCo, Maxxx, and Velvet.

The new channels will go on air beginning Jan. 1.

Ms. Chuidian explained that the introduction of the new channels is part of SkyCable’s efforts to get rid of "redundant" channels.

"We wanted to streamline and strengthen our programming mix so that we could give optimum value from our channels," she told reporters.

"With the new programming, redundant programs have been reduced while new international shows will be brought for the first time to the Filipino viewers."

The entry of the new channels will dislodge Solar Entertainment’s six channels from SkyCable’s programming lineup. By Jan. 1 next year, Ms. Chuidian said SkyCable would no longer carry Basketball TV, Solar Sports, ETC, 2nd Avenue, Jack TV, and Crime/Suspense.

"After all, some of the more prominent programs in these channels may still be found on free TV or SkyCable’s other channels, such as StarWorld and AXN," she said.

Talk is rife that SkyCable’s decision to oust the Solar group is part of a scheme to help SkyCable’s sister company, ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corp., corner more advertisement revenues for its affiliates, and hit its P1-billion net income target for the entire 2007.

ABS-CBN’s own cable channels (through its subsidiary, Creative Programs, Inc.), including the Lifestyle Network and Cinema One, as well as its free TV affiliate Studio 23, are allegedly losing advertising to Solar Entertainment’s channels, which are said to be "favored" by advertisers for their "cheaper" airtime rates.

Weak advertising revenues earlier pulled down ABS-CBN’s net income.

After reporting a 25% drop in net income in 2004, the Lopez-led media firm’s net income further slumped by 62% to P288 million in 2005. Since then, the company has recovered. As of the first half of this year, ABS-CBN’s net income rose by 77% to P739 million, nearly matching its earnings for the entire 2006.

ABS-CBN currently owns 10.2% of SkyVision Corp., the holding company that owns 66.5% of Central CATV, better known by its trade name SkyCable.

Ms. Chuidian said SkyCable’s decision to severe ties with Solar Entertainment "was very amicable" and "was nothing personal."

"There are so many new channels out there, worldwide. Since SkyCable’s capacity is limited, we cannot carry so many channels. So we decided to take in new ones, and replace existing channels that duplicate what we already have in the lineup," she said.

The SkyCable official is also confident that current subscribers will not leave because of the pullout of Solar’s channels. "We have about 100 channels, I think there will not be a lot of subscribers who will leave just because of six channels," she said, adding that 70% of all the current cable television subscriptions are with SkyCable.

BusinessWorld sought Solar Entertainment’s comment, but they declined to say anything at this point. "Our official statement at this point is ’No Comment,’" said a Solar official who declined to be named. "Negotiations are ongoing. We cannot reveal anything yet."

The official however assured that "Solar Entertainment will continue, with or without Skycable."

From GMA News: http://www.gmanews.tv/story/62112/Cable-company-dropping-Solar-channels-effective-Jan1#
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: kixter on Oct 01, 2007 at 06:49 PM
I heard this was started by a Manny Pacquiao issue. Something like ABS (who owns Sky) got pissed at Solar for tie-up with GMA. So they wanted to remove certain channels of Solar in the sky cable line up. Thing is, Solar knows their power, so they decided to remove ALL their channels and put it on Destiny!

Hay!! Politics!! Not sure if there's any truth about this.. but there's no smoke if there's not fire.  ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 01, 2007 at 09:24 PM
I heard this was started by a Manny Pacquiao issue. Something like ABS (who owns Sky) got pissed at Solar for tie-up with GMA. So they wanted to remove certain channels of Solar in the sky cable line up. Thing is, Solar knows their power, so they decided to remove ALL their channels and put it on Destiny!

Hay!! Politics!! Not sure if there's any truth about this.. but there's no smoke if there's not fire.  ;D

the pacquiao thingy was really the one that set things in motion though not the major reason.  abs cbn acted like a bunch of sore losers huh.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: X44 on Oct 01, 2007 at 10:26 PM
abs cbn acted like a bunch of sore losers huh.

They always do. Childish, really, for a major network.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Oct 04, 2007 at 10:47 AM
What? 'Redundant'? Do their other channels carry The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, The Late Show with David Letterman and Late Night with Conan O'Brien? Not to mention The Simpsons, South Park, Family Guy, Saturday Night Live?

Will I be forced to choose between Star World and JackTV?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Oct 05, 2007 at 03:10 PM
What? 'Redundant'? Do their other channels carry The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, The Late Show with David Letterman and Late Night with Conan O'Brien? Not to mention The Simpsons, South Park, Family Guy, Saturday Night Live?

Will I be forced to choose between Star World and JackTV?

Forced, that's the right word, I think Skycable shouldn't force people to watch their own channels. The signal quality is mediocre compared to Solar's it's like watching a VHS tape.

By the way this is kinda OT, I read a news saying that the reason why AXN launched AXN Beyond is because NBC Universal announced of launching the Sci-Fi Channel in Asia. NBC Universal also put up an Asian operations base in Singapore and the appointed managing director is a Filipino, Raymund Miranda, who was formerly with Smart myTV and 360 Media, NBC Manila's xFM and Walt Disney Asia. Operations will start next month. NBC also bought Sparrowhawk Media Group who owns Hallmark Channel and KidsCo, the new kids channel SkyCable will be launching next year.

I'm guessing if NBC is back in Asia, they will introduce more new channels that were previously available only to the US market.

Another OT, Solar plans to go international and will offer their channels over Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Eastern Europe. Could this one reason why SkyCable wants to drop Solar because Solar will be competing with ABS-CBN's Global channels.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Oct 05, 2007 at 03:52 PM
Perhaps we should sign a petition and send it to SkyCable telling them that we'll switch to Destiny if they push through with dropping the Solar Channels. If they see the amount of clients they'll be losing to Destiny, they'll try to negotiate something with Solar.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Oct 05, 2007 at 04:42 PM
^ yup maybe an online petition to force them to rethink their decision. because i am seriously tired of switching cable providers after that whole starworld brouhaha. i want to support destiny but i really like some of sky's other channels.
alam nyo buti pa nga sa probinsya, you get the best of all the channels. sa boracay, they have cinemax, pinoy box office, discovery travel & living, mtv, channel v,etc.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: gearhead on Oct 08, 2007 at 03:09 AM
no problem with the sky/solar rift anymore since the destiny guys installed my cable today. miles way clearer than our sky connection which snows even more when it rains. ;)

it even becomes a boon to us since starting january daw, most solar offerings will be shown thru destiny also.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: RU9 on Oct 08, 2007 at 08:54 AM
Yes, I support this move. Who will start?


Perhaps we should sign a petition and send it to SkyCable telling them that we'll switch to Destiny if they push through with dropping the Solar Channels. If they see the amount of clients they'll be losing to Destiny, they'll try to negotiate something with Solar.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Oct 08, 2007 at 04:32 PM
no problem with the sky/solar rift anymore since the destiny guys installed my cable today. miles way clearer than our sky connection which snows even more when it rains. ;)

it even becomes a boon to us since starting january daw, most solar offerings will be shown thru destiny also.

I think this started last Saturday. Destiny was already showing some feeds of pre-boxing events of Manny Pacquiao since Saturday night on Solar All-Access while Sky's coverage started on Sunday which only showed the fight and that's it. Not to mention Sky's so-high-above-the-sky Pay-per-view fee.  ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Oct 08, 2007 at 05:01 PM
We can start one using this site:

http://www.petitiononline.com/ (http://www.petitiononline.com/)

Sky Cable will probably only take this seriously if and only if we also put in our account number to show that we're actual subscribers (Is it safe to do that on-line?). If enough of us do that, that can frighten Sky Cable into negotiating something with Solar.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Oct 16, 2007 at 02:56 PM
I just read that the Star Channels will be returning in Destiny Cable coming 2008. Now, Sky Cable is really in trouble. At least from me. Haha!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: viper on Oct 18, 2007 at 05:16 PM
Rewind to the previous decade:

In the early 90s, Sky removed HBO since they did not agree on the rates. After several months, HBO was reinstated since the two have come to an agreement. (Sky put up  its own movie channel to fill in the void during HBO's absence)

A few years afterwards, Discovery was removed from the lineup again due to disagreement about rates. Another channel was put up to fill in for Discovery. If memory serves me right, it was Knowledge Channel (not the Knowledge channel that we have now). A few months later, Discovery was back again since they have come to an agreement about the rates.

Most of you would remember that for a time, Star Channels were removed from Sky's lineup again due to disagreement in rates. They have been reinstated after an exhaustive negotiations.

I am not privy to the reason why Solar is being pulled out, but most probably it is about rates again. Maybe, Solar should be the one paying Sky for carriage of their channels considering that they have significant amount of commercials like what they do for RPN 9 (as blocktimer).

Yes, lots of subscribers are pissed off with impending  removal of the solar channels, just like they were pissed off when HBO, Discovery, and the Star Channels were removed before. Still, Sky remains to be the dominant operator in the metro manila area in spite of the disparity in the subscription rates compared to Destiny. (P1000 vs P450?) There will be switchers, its a given and expected, but I still believe Solar will be back eventually since they will be facing a very big problem when they are dropped by sky as i see it:

1. When Solar moves to destiny, their claimed sub base would be significantly lower compared to when they were in the sky group. I understand that the removal of channels is nationwide involving all sky/home affiliated cable companies nationwide. Advertisers will have second thoughts putting ad placements in their channels since the target eyeballs have significantly diminished.

2. Solar will definitely not get the same income from Destiny as they used to get from Sky because of the number of household. They may not even get the correct subscriber count since Destiny could be under reporting their sub base (hence they can charge lower). As a rule, programming fees are pegged on the number of subscribers with a minimum guaranteed amount.

3. Less income to solar from ads and programming fees from cable  ops would lead to less funds to pay for the shows that they are getting from the US. The solar guys may have deep pockets courtesy of the pacquio fights (and maybe less than transparent accounting practices) but for how long.

Don't be deluded that sky subs will switch en-masse because the solar channel removal. Most will do a wait-see attitude assessing the new replacement channels before they eventually make the decision to switch

At the very end, the choice remains with you if you want to stay or switch. As for me, I can always get copies of Heroes, latest pa nga!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 18, 2007 at 05:27 PM
Rewind to the previous decade:

In the early 90s, Sky removed HBO since they did not agree on the rates. After several months, HBO was reinstated since the two have come to an agreement. (Sky put up  its own movie channel to fill in the void during HBO's absence)

A few years afterwards, Discovery was removed from the lineup again due to disagreement about rates. Another channel was put up to fill in for Discovery. If memory serves me right, it was Knowledge Channel (not the Knowledge channel that we have now). A few months later, Discovery was back again since they have come to an agreement about the rates.

Most of you would remember that for a time, Star Channels were removed from Sky's lineup again due to disagreement in rates. They have been reinstated after an exhaustive negotiations.

I am not privy to the reason why Solar is being pulled out, but most probably it is about rates again. Maybe, Solar should be the one paying Sky for carriage of their channels considering that they have significant amount of commercials like what they do for RPN 9 (as blocktimer).

Yes, lots of subscribers are pissed off with impending  removal of the solar channels, just like they were pissed off when HBO, Discovery, and the Star Channels were removed before. Still, Sky remains to be the dominant operator in the metro manila area in spite of the disparity in the subscription rates compared to Destiny. (P1000 vs P450?) There will be switchers, its a given and expected, but I still believe Solar will be back eventually since they will be facing a very big problem when they are dropped by sky as i see it:

1. When Solar moves to destiny, their claimed sub base would be significantly lower compared to when they were in the sky group. I understand that the removal of channels is nationwide involving all sky/home affiliated cable companies nationwide. Advertisers will have second thoughts putting ad placements in their channels since the target eyeballs have significantly diminished.

2. Solar will definitely not get the same income from Destiny as they used to get from Sky because of the number of household. They may not even get the correct subscriber count since Destiny could be under reporting their sub base (hence they can charge lower). As a rule, programming fees are pegged on the number of subscribers with a minimum guaranteed amount.

3. Less income to solar from ads and programming fees from cable  ops would lead to less funds to pay for the shows that they are getting from the US. The solar guys may have deep pockets courtesy of the pacquio fights (and maybe less than transparent accounting practices) but for how long.

Don't be deluded that sky subs will switch en-masse because the solar channel removal. Most will do a wait-see attitude assessing the new replacement channels before they eventually make the decision to switch

At the very end, the choice remains with you if you want to stay or switch. As for me, I can always get copies of Heroes, latest pa nga!


very exhaustive observation indeed.  if i read it right....the center of it all is subscriber based.  and i think mass switching from sky to destiny is indeed inevitable and forthcoming.  and that will more or less solve the income issue of solar as a whole.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: viper on Oct 19, 2007 at 11:41 AM
very exhaustive observation indeed.  if i read it right....the center of it all is subscriber based.  and i think mass switching from sky to destiny is indeed inevitable and forthcoming.  and that will more or less solve the income issue of solar as a whole.

Please note also that mass switchings were feared when HBO, Discovery, and the Star Channels were removed. At one time, Disney is only available in Destiny and many people thought that that would have significant impact on Skycable's sub base. I believe that nothing of that sort happened then (or so as my 'DPAs' inside Sky is telling me). I heard that after almost a year, Star realized that they cannot be not present in the systems of the dominant cable operator hence a 'mutually beneficial' deal must have been closed between the two.

My fearless take on this is that there will be switchers, yes, but not on a volume that would enable Solar to attain its current income from Sky in a short time. I used to be a Destiny subscriber but have to go back to Sky inspite of higher fees. Not really fully satisfied with Destiny's service. My feeling is that they give priority to their cable broadband internet subscribers than the cable tv subs.

 Time it seems is not on Solar's side.   :(  :(
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 19, 2007 at 12:17 PM
Please note also that mass switchings were feared when HBO, Discovery, and the Star Channels were removed. At one time, Disney is only available in Destiny and many people thought that that would have significant impact on Skycable's sub base. I believe that nothing of that sort happened then (or so as my 'DPAs' inside Sky is telling me). I heard that after almost a year, Star realized that they cannot be not present in the systems of the dominant cable operator hence a 'mutually beneficial' deal must have been closed between the two.

My fearless take on this is that there will be switchers, yes, but not on a volume that would enable Solar to attain its current income from Sky in a short time. I used to be a Destiny subscriber but have to go back to Sky inspite of higher fees. Not really fully satisfied with Destiny's service. My feeling is that they give priority to their cable broadband internet subscribers than the cable tv subs.

 Time it seems is not on Solar's side.   :(  :(

on the contrary, what i heard and read is that sky did lose a chunk of their subscription base when they lost the star channels.  though the mass exodus was only felt by sky in the metro since in the provinces, only sky is their option.  thus, even with the lost subscription base, sky might still be the number one cable provider in the phils. 

when star came back to sky..it's not star who initiated the partnership.  it was actually sky who offered star a stake in the company in exchange for having star exclusive to them at that time.

also in my observation....the loss of the solar channels will be much worse than the loss of HBO, discovery and the star channels.  most if not all of those who pay for the household's description are basketball junkies and the loss of BTV.  the phils. being a basketball crazy country would cry afoul with the loss of NBA games coverage which would be a decision breaker when one has to decide to stay or switch.

but you're right bro.  sky is the only cable provider you can say that is really nationwide.  so solar might not get the same exposure from destiny compared to sky.  thus lesser income for the company.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: viper on Oct 26, 2007 at 10:17 AM
You can imagine how much Solar is paying for all the programming that they are putting in their channels (and they don't come cheap). Surely, the ad income in exposure in RPN would not make good business case hence they would really need eyeballs from cable viewership. It will be indeed a challenge for Solar.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Oct 26, 2007 at 11:44 PM
It is indeed a challenge but Solar already made some other plans to make up for the loss of potential revenue by leaving SkyCable. How?

I think I've already posted this info but I'll post it again. Solar already announced its international expansion plans. They will now offer and market their channels to the whole of Asia, Middle East, Eastern Europe and Africa.

Solar maybe already thought if they can't keep up with the largest local cable TV provider, why not go international and global.  :)

Though with Solar's international expansion plans, another competition will set in, competition with international pay-tv content providers, such as STAR.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: gearhead on Oct 27, 2007 at 02:49 AM
hmmm.... currently enjoying my date with Destiny (cable).   :D

(http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/2346/editigp7345cz6.jpg) 

(http://img264.imageshack.us/img264/409/editigp7347oj6.jpg)

(http://img264.imageshack.us/img264/2823/editigp7370pq8.jpg)

(http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/9199/editigp7377wt3.jpg)

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Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: jason13 on Oct 27, 2007 at 08:27 AM
^^^^
OOOHHHHH

Nice TV....

Another switcher?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: viper on Nov 01, 2007 at 09:51 PM
It is indeed a challenge but Solar already made some other plans to make up for the loss of potential revenue by leaving SkyCable. How?

I think I've already posted this info but I'll post it again. Solar already announced its international expansion plans. They will now offer and market their channels to the whole of Asia, Middle East, Eastern Europe and Africa.

Solar maybe already thought if they can't keep up with the largest local cable TV provider, why not go international and global.  :)

Though with Solar's international expansion plans, another competition will set in, competition with international pay-tv content providers, such as STAR.


Hmmmm.. Another Star wannabee?
Does this mean that Solar is willing to pay for the international rights of the programs (euro-american progs) that they are currently carrying? That's not cheap! (and bad business plan considering that most  of the programs that they carry may already be available in the areas that they want to target (except maybe in some countries in Africa ;D ;D )

It will be indeed a challenge for them.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Nov 03, 2007 at 03:20 PM
we can email sky at [email protected] to inform them we'll be leaving by 2008 if they take out solar. maybe if we inundate them with emails, they'll reconsider.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jeckjeck on Nov 05, 2007 at 09:50 AM
another reason to go where Solar goes... the Olympics... based on some teaser ads they are running, Solar may have exclusive rights to the Beijing Olympics
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: geckoph on Nov 05, 2007 at 12:41 PM
they not only "may have"...they "actually have" the exclusive rights...not only the 2008 Beijing Olympics...the package includes the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics...
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Nov 07, 2007 at 07:25 PM
Previews of Balls, Velvet and Maxxx are now on-air and being broadcast on Channels 33, 25 and 61 respectively.

SkyCable subscribers, now is your time to rate, choose and decide who is best and who is better. Will it be SkyCable/CPI or Solar?

Hehehe....is it a battle, nah, its just a competition for viewership, let the audience decide. Bring it on! =D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Trig on Nov 07, 2007 at 09:41 PM
Kung san maraming nba games dun ako hehe. Walang issue sa tv series bec I just watch their divx version. Better quality + Widescreen
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: mongaddi on Nov 20, 2007 at 08:16 PM
damn, just got a letter from sky today. this is the first time i heard of the issue. havent been reading the forums lately. hehe


this is truly depressing news. I will miss david letterman. The wife will miss ETC in general.

where is that online petition? And where do i sign?


Let's all do an effort and at least send emails to them about our contemplating on leaving them.


Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: mongaddi on Nov 20, 2007 at 08:42 PM
Here is a copy of the email I sent. Please make an effort and let your comments be heard by them. I also placed a call thru 6310000. I also warned about my not renewing. The rep asked me what shows I wanted.

SPEAK UP! BE HEARD! ;)

Quote
I just got your flyer in the mail.

I am truly disappointed at your decision to pullout the solar channels.
Whatever channels you are planning to put up, it is not enough to compensate. I read your lineup and I am not even excited at anything you have to offer.

On the other hand, my wife and myself will miss ETC and Jack TV. Specifically, the David Letterman Show, America's top model, tyra, project runway, E! news, Leno, Conan, Distraction, Jeopardy, Ellen, The Today Show and other shows on those channels.

To be honest I am not a basketball fan so losing BTV is not a big deal to me. But, i think its pretty obvious that this country is NBA crazy. I don't think  you did market research before removing those channels. I am forced to believe you are doing this for cost cutting or for other political reasons.


Right now I have no choice because I am paid until April 2008. But let me formally warn you that i MAY not renew after April if you don't listen to the consumer's comments.


I hope that the effort I placed in this letter is not wasted.

Thank you very much!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Wiggum on Nov 23, 2007 at 06:54 PM
I called Skycable to ask about the procedure for terminating the cable subscription.  Madali lang pala - you can initiate it over the phone and they said they can have it disconnected in one or two days' time.  They will charge you a disconnection fee of about P300+.  If you have paid your subscription fee in advance (e.g. annually or quarterly), they will prorate your payment based on the date of disconnection and refund the balance.  While the Skycable rep didn't clarify, we all know how long it will likely take to get the refund.  But at least the customer knows that he or she is entitled to get their excess payments back.

When asked why I was inquiring about the disconnection process, I said that, based on the new channels that they plan to air to replace Solar's channels, it was clear that what Skycable will continue to charge for their new channel line-up will not be value for money.  The Skycable rep urged me to give their new channels a chance.  But "Balls / Maxxx / Velvet" vs. "BTV / ETC~2nd Avenue / Jack TV"???  ::)  The rep also said that Skycable is currently negotiating to air NBA games on Balls.  Does anyone know what the terms of Solar's current contract with NBA TV is?  It sounds exclusive to me.  When does it end?  I wonder if this rep is just pulling my leg (which is likely).

Before I hung up, the rep even had the gall to warn me that "baka kayo rin ang magsisi" if I don't give their new channels a chance come January 2008 and if I switch from Skycable right away.  Nice try.  To anyone from Skycable who's reading this thread, better back up what your reps are saying.  Kung hindi, Skycable ang magsisisi...      

Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Nov 23, 2007 at 07:20 PM
i sent off an email to [email protected] to inform them that i hate the new channels and that i and my friends will be forced to move to another cable provider if they take out the solar channels. i mean have  you seen 'the view'? they just keep on talking and talking and they will not stop!!!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: gurang on Nov 23, 2007 at 09:14 PM
Perhaps a more effective mode of action would be to contact/write your congressman/woman or Senators, seeking a legislative inquiry into Skycable's action. It would be very easy for Skycable (or Solar for that matter) to ignore whatever e-mails or online petitions protesting the matter. Snail-mail may have a better chance of generating impact, but they can be easily answered by the office shredder. And I'm very certain that before deciding to terminate the Solar channels, Skycable had already conducted the requisite cost-benefit analysis and concluded that the probable number of subscribers who would cancel as a result is ultimately marginal. (e.g., some people I know are responding by subscribing to Destiny while retaining their SkyCable accounts).

Why Congress? Many of the Lopez Group business concerns operate because they were awarded franchises by Congress (ABS-CBN, Meralco), and Congress well has the right to review whether the franchise-holders are managing their enterprises well. Unpleasant as it may sound, I think SkyCable will feel more threatened by the prospect of congressional investigation and regulation than by the fear that they will lose some of their subscribers. I suspect that many of our representatives will be interested in this issue. Many of them are probably NBA fans themselves, or have family members who are NBA fanatics, and come January 1, even their households will be scrambling to adjust. To say nothing of the members of their staffs who may be into the NBA as well. The more this issue affects their daily lives or routine, the better the chance that they may take action. 

It is highly unlikely that Congress will adopt measures to compel Sky to return the Solar channels, though it might be possible that Sky will feel sufficiently threatened by legislative interference in their business and restore those channels on their own. But for me, the most useful thing that could come out of such an inquiry is the possibility of congressional hearings. Officials of Sky and Solar can be compellled to appear before Congress, and reveal under oath certain matters which I am most certainly interested in learning. Such as the exact terms of Solar's contract with the NBA or for the Olympics; the details behind the termination of the Solar contract; the real score whether Sky (through Ballz) actually has a shot at airing any NBA games. Your local SkyCable phone operator or form chain letter will not be able to supply such information. Once the details are public, the consumer will, at least, have a more informed basis to decide whether or not to stick with Sky Cable.

One might think that surely there are more important things for Congress to deal with. Yet this matter involves, among others, consumer rights, which is certainly a valid political concern. More often than not, Congress involves itself with matters raised by the lobbyists or the powerful vested interests, and it is a step in the right direction if Congress is forced to act not because of those powerful people, but because of a bunch of ordinary consumers banded together. Considering that our representatives may themselves feel the pain as a result of SkyCable's action, that circumstance plus consumer action may very well create a perfect storm.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Nov 23, 2007 at 10:01 PM
i was originally a sky subscriber then switched to destiny.  while destiny offers better channels...i switched back to sky solely for the nba games.

while i don't know when solar's contract with the NBA ends...i believe that solar has exclusive rights to the NBA.  so it maybe BS that sky is negotiating in getting NBA games for Balls.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: clea on Nov 24, 2007 at 12:03 AM
Sky and the Lopezes will forever be trying to get away with everything...

First, Meralco and its debts to the govt..

And now, trying to monopolize the Cable network profits for themselves...

They even insert their own commercials blocking AXN's and not being able to return on time...

Too Greedy if you ask me...
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: mongaddi on Nov 24, 2007 at 10:12 PM
no reply to the emails.
damn useless

 >:(
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jeckjeck on Nov 25, 2007 at 10:44 AM
I just realized my AXN channel is inaccessible... I get the message "E19 channel is locked" or something like that... haven't seen anyone mention it here yet so I am thinking it may be a problem with my digital box... ???
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Nov 27, 2007 at 12:40 PM
got a courteous reply from skycable saying that they've tried to work things out with solar but the talks failed and they're asking me to give their new channels a chance.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Nov 27, 2007 at 12:53 PM
got a courteous reply from skycable saying that they've tried to work things out with solar but the talks failed[/u] and they're asking me to give their new channels a chance.

crap!  that's just sky's subtle way of saying that THEY GAVE SOLAR A TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT ULTIMATUM.  BUT SOLAR DIDN'T BITE.

it's actually sky who was playing hard ball not solar.  they were the one's trying to pull a fast one over solar.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Sauron Cookie on Nov 27, 2007 at 02:47 PM
Solar joins ABC 5, RJTV

http://showbizandstyle.inquirer.net/entertainment/entertainment/view_article.php?article_id=102344
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Nov 28, 2007 at 02:40 AM
got a courteous reply from skycable saying that they've tried to work things out with solar but the talks failed and they're asking me to give their new channels a chance.

If none of their channels carry The Daily Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien or Late Show with David Letterman, I can't give them a chance.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: tonedeaf on Dec 06, 2007 at 11:10 PM
any news on the availability of Basketball TV and the other Solar channels in other cable companies or even Dream TV?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Ctlim on Dec 06, 2007 at 11:52 PM
FYI, this happened because of the last Pacquiao fight, ABS had a low bid so GMA won. So now ABS is getting back at Solar as they want to replace ETC with their own channel (will be called VELVET); but Solar said all or nothing and it led to this. ETC by the way earns alot of advertising spots for non traditional TV most especially during prime time.

Now for the good news, ETC, CS, NBA TV etc. will now be moving to RJ, RPN9 and SBN. meaning they will now all be on UHF. (FREE TV) plus, Skycable will still be forced to carry them as per the NTC. They will just be moving to lower channels. JackTV tho, will remain available only on cable channels as it is not suited for free TV. (no news yet if Skycable will kick them out.) Solar is now working on strengthening the signals of these channels in time for the transfer.

Blame this all on the greed of the Lopez Group. By the way, i know this because Im a heavy advertiser and this was presented to me personally as a client, it was also discussed during the last ad congress in subic. This is effective Jan 1, 2008. And, this is a slap on the face of ABSCBN, they didnt think that Solar would place it on free TV, now, they have a bigger problem. More competition vs. their stupid shows.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Dec 07, 2007 at 12:10 AM
Any news on whether or not the move will include Letterman, Conan and Jon Stewart?  ???
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: dmaximus on Dec 07, 2007 at 12:37 AM
 :o nOOO!!! i will die! jack tv and btv is my life!!! please anyone... let us know kung saan meron parehong channels na to.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Ctlim on Dec 07, 2007 at 10:11 AM
^^^ they will include all. the channels will continue to carry the programs.

jack tv might be taken out of skycable but will remain in the other cable channels.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: RU9 on Dec 07, 2007 at 12:02 PM
Kawawa iyong nasa provinces, most of them have only Skycable. Hoping Dream TV will carry Solar channels.

Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Dec 07, 2007 at 12:08 PM
Dream TV carries Solar Channels...but they don't have BTV.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 07, 2007 at 03:54 PM
sa mga interested mag switch just pm me. destiny have a promo of 3K for 1 year. next year, january 2008 nasa destiny regular package na ang BTV. sulit di ba
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: RU9 on Dec 07, 2007 at 04:01 PM
Dream TV carries Solar Channels...but they don't have BTV.

Thanks, pwede na.

Basta me Solar Sports. UFC, K1 and boxing.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: gearhead on Dec 07, 2007 at 04:33 PM
sa mga interested mag switch just pm me. destiny have a promo of 3K for 1 month. next year, january 2008 nasa destiny regular package na ang BTV. sulit di ba

correction lang: maybe you mean 3k for one year. yan kasi subscription ko eh. sulit naman.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: pekspert on Dec 07, 2007 at 04:38 PM
sobra naman mahal ng P3k/month ;D....didint know they have that promo, i still pay monthly ng P450/mth >:(

that was a nice move by solar to put their channels on regular/free tv, inisahan nila ang skycable :P :)
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: dmaximus on Dec 07, 2007 at 08:18 PM
anong cable company merong btv at jack? ???
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 07, 2007 at 10:42 PM
^destiny
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: DVDGamer on Dec 08, 2007 at 01:13 AM
Am interested in switching to Destiny Cable, but do not know details or channel lineup for this. Is there a website for Destiny Cable?  Thanks.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Dec 08, 2007 at 01:30 AM
Destiny Cable Official Site: http://www2.mydestiny.net/Global-Destiny/index.htm

The Wikipedia post of the channel line-up is a lot easier to read through, though: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Destiny_Cable

Note the "Future Channels" section at the bottom of that entry.  :)
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Dec 08, 2007 at 01:56 AM
If I switch to Destiny, the only thing I will really lose is the Lifestyle Network. The only show I watch there is Iron Chef America and various other Food Network shows.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: dmaximus on Dec 08, 2007 at 03:17 AM
im switching to destiny cable then. i go where BTV and jack TV is. ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: indie boi on Dec 08, 2007 at 08:23 AM
Wow, Star Chinese movies is going back to Destiny! It's getting harder and harder to ignore Destiny. The only reason I'm still sticking it out with Skycable is for ANC. :(  I might be forced to go back to having two cable providers next year. Gastos na naman.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jackrabbit on Dec 08, 2007 at 02:28 PM
Grabe... buti pa kayo there in the metro may option to transfer to another cable provider. Here in laguna home/sky lang..... walang  btv? etc? jack?  :'(
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: gearhead on Dec 08, 2007 at 05:43 PM
Wow, Star Chinese movies is going back to Destiny! It's getting harder and harder to ignore Destiny. The only reason I'm still sticking it out with Skycable is for ANC. :(  I might be forced to go back to having two cable providers next year. Gastos na naman.

when ch.2 digitalization pushes thru... i heard there is a plan to offer ANC as one of the free digital channels. as to when...  ???
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Dec 08, 2007 at 07:17 PM
when ch.2 digitalization pushes thru... i heard there is a plan to offer ANC as one of the free digital channels.

Smart of them, since every Filipino really wants to see his local news in HD.  ::)

 ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: gearhead on Dec 09, 2007 at 08:00 AM
The Wikipedia post of the channel line-up is a lot easier to read through, though: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Destiny_Cable

Note the "Future Channels" section at the bottom of that entry.  :)

Future Channels


interesting nga. buti nakasubscribe na ako.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: d4nu65+3R on Dec 09, 2007 at 11:02 AM
why no axn?  and more important, when in 2008?  baka naman december 2008 pa yan ha?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: DVDGamer on Dec 09, 2007 at 09:42 PM
where do you find the P3,000 for one year promo for Destiny Cable?  Thanks.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: gearhead on Dec 09, 2007 at 10:25 PM
where do you find the P3,000 for one year promo for Destiny Cable?  Thanks.

val - +63 917 646 0763
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: DVDGamer on Dec 10, 2007 at 10:13 PM
Thanks.  I inquired with Destiny Cable. And basically was told that the P3k promo they have would not include premium channels such as BTV.  To get this, you need to avail of their premium package. Additional P2,700.00 (P1,500.00 for the set-top box + P1,200.00 advance 6 months subscription fee), and every after 6 months you will be billed P1,200.00 for the 6 months subscription of the premium package. So it will be like (P3000.00 + P2,700.00+ P1,200.00) = P6,900.00 for your 1st year, plus taxes et al.  The following year you will have to pay regular prices again (over 5k per month plus P2,700 + 1200.  With this rate, its not much different from Sky.

Can you please confirm the same?

Thanks again.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: X44 on Dec 10, 2007 at 10:56 PM
Since I don't have control over the cable provider at our place and since it looks like there's no plans to switch to destiny, it looks like I'll have to endure a Solar-less Sky.  :( Or maybe watch less cable.

Does this mean I now get to have a life?  ;D

Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: Battousai on Dec 10, 2007 at 11:06 PM
I think BTV will no longer be a "premium" channel come January 2K8, at least that's what a Destiny rep told me.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: DVD_Freak on Dec 10, 2007 at 11:18 PM
.....well sky is not really losing money...they just want to earn more.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: jason13 on Dec 13, 2007 at 03:53 AM
guys, Destiny is showing signs that STAR channels will be back. Phoenix Chinese Channel replaced CCTV-9 and Phoenix InfoNews Channel replaced MBC last Dec. 10. Phoenix channels are partly owned by STAR. I do wish STAR's channel will return to Destiny, especially STAR Chinese Movies.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: DVDGamer on Dec 13, 2007 at 04:08 AM
I think BTV will no longer be a "premium" channel come January 2K8, at least that's what a Destiny rep told me.
Talked a couple of destiny reps already n they both indicated uncertainty on plans for BTV/Solar, whether it will no longer be a premium channel next month.  Too bad as I'm ready to jump ship only if there is confirmation and I need not subscribe to premium channels.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: AshKetchum on Dec 13, 2007 at 10:36 AM
Was surprised to see this notice appear during last night's Ellen: "etc 2nd Avenue will be moving to freeTV, RJTV beginning January 2008"

So it seems that Skycable viewers will still be able to get some Solar channels--unless Sky blocks RJTV.  ;D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: gearhead on Dec 13, 2007 at 01:13 PM
hmmm..... so it's getting clear to me now. one of the reason probably for solar's foray into freetv is so that they can still compete with sky's alternative channels. pero sino kaya ang at a disadvantage since it will also mean sky can still air some of solar's channel thru these 3rd party sources.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: viper on Dec 14, 2007 at 12:23 AM


So it seems that Skycable viewers will still be able to get some Solar channels--unless Sky blocks RJTV.  ;D

Sky can't. RJTV is a free TV channel and all Free TV channels are required to be carried by the cable operator as part of their channel lineup.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Dec 14, 2007 at 12:34 AM
pero sino kaya ang at a disadvantage since it will also mean sky can still air some of solar's channel thru these 3rd party sources.

I think the loser here is... Destiny, since less people will shift out.

It's a win-win situation for Solar - Sky's forced to carry them, so they won't have lost ad revenues due to a large decrease in number of viewers.
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: viper on Dec 14, 2007 at 12:35 AM
hmmm..... so it's getting clear to me now. one of the reason probably for solar's foray into freetv is so that they can still compete with sky's alternative channels. pero sino kaya ang at a disadvantage since it will also mean sky can still air some of solar's channel thru these 3rd party sources.

Just my opinion.

Solar needs to have additional eyeballs for its programming when they lose the Skycable platform. Solar may not be able to justify their rates to the advertisers if there is a significant deduction in potential viewers. Destiny numbers cannot just simply match Sky sub base in so short a time hence Solar needs additional/new platform besides their limited blocktime with RPN 9. With RJ-TV plus RPN, they can still claim presence in the Skycable platform. The main difference now is that instead of money coming into Solar from Sky, it is now money out of Solar going to RJTV for a blocktime agreement (which I think Sky wants in  the first place - collecting block time fees from Solar since it is engaged in local commercial insertions)
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: viper on Dec 14, 2007 at 12:38 AM

It's a win-win situation for Solar - Sky's forced to carry them, so they won't have lost ad revenues due to a large decrease in number of viewers.

Even without RJTV, Sky will still be carrying Solar by default in RPN.

The clear winner here is RJ. With blocktime money from Solar, this is manna from heaven  :D  :D
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Dec 15, 2007 at 02:26 AM
Any word if Conan/Letterman/Jon Stewart will follow Ellen's lead?
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programming
Post by: halvert on Dec 15, 2007 at 04:41 PM
saw something very disturbing last  night: solar is putting dave letterman on etc and switching conan to jack?!?! why do a skycable?(why fix something that ain't broke?) nooo!!!
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Dec 16, 2007 at 11:02 AM
The official announcement is in a 4-page section of The Philippine Star today.

Starting January 1, 2008:

ETC is on: SBN 21 (Free TV), SkyCable Channel 16, Destiny Cable Channel 30, Cable Link Channel 50, Dream Channel 27

2nd Avenue is on: RJTV 29 (Free TV), SkyCable Channel 19, Destiny Cable Channel 31, Dream Channel 36

C/S is on: RPN 9 (Free TV), SkyCable Channel 14, Destiny Cable Channel 14, Cable Link 14 (Wala sa Dream?  ???)

Jack TV is on: Destiny, 300 other local cable operators
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: boredfilmmaker on Dec 16, 2007 at 03:20 PM
they are actually doing test broadcasts already of ETC on SBN and 2nd Avenue on RJTV..
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh!")
Post by: gearhead on Dec 16, 2007 at 06:14 PM
am i right to say na with these developments... ang higit na panalo rito ay ang Sky? they still get to show solar offerings without paying a cent for it... and thus mitigate their loss to their subscribers. now there is less need to change their cable provider.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Dec 16, 2007 at 07:27 PM
Well, we still lose JackTV. No Daily Show.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: viper on Dec 16, 2007 at 09:20 PM
Just as I've said, Solar needs the eyeballs. Now they are paying for it (unlike before when they were the ones getting paid by Sky.) Bottom line is still money.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: DVD_Freak on Dec 16, 2007 at 09:30 PM
am i right to say na with these developments... ang higit na panalo rito ay ang Sky? they still get to show solar offerings without paying a cent for it... and thus mitigate their loss to their subscribers. now there is less need to change their cable provider.

on the outside, it does look that way.  but when you analyze it....sky still loses.  sky might not lose subscribers that much as compared to before solar decided to go free tv.  but i bet some would still switch mainly for BTV.  sky also loses the fees they charge solar.  while solar can now entertain endorsements and advertisers mostly from companies who advertise on free tv.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: viper on Dec 16, 2007 at 09:57 PM
sky also loses the fees they charge solar. 

Baligtad yata. It is Sky paying Solar just like Sky paying HBO. Kaya nga nagkalabuan dahil sa ad revenues.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: DVD_Freak on Dec 16, 2007 at 10:07 PM
Baligtad yata. It is Sky paying Solar just like Sky paying HBO. Kaya nga nagkalabuan dahil sa ad revenues.

but HBO is an international affiliate isn't it.  so sky really would be paying the rights to be able to air HBO.  while solar pays sky to be able to air their own solar local channels on sky's coverage area.  that's why sky and solar had a disagreement because sky wanted a cut on the sponsors solar was getting while solar stands pat on a fixed fee they pay sky.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: viper on Dec 16, 2007 at 10:36 PM
Nope. You got it all wrong.

Whether local or international, the cable operator pays the program owner the right to carry programs. ANC, Lifestyle and Cinema One collects subscription fees from cable ops. It is unthinkable that Solar pays cable operators around the country so that they will be carried. If such is the case,  lahat ng cable operators dapat happy kasi, me kita from subscribers, me bayad pa from program suppliers!

It all boils down in the scramble for the limited ad expenditure pie. Solar is cornering significant share of the pie away from the other channels kaya nag-ipitan. Isama mo pa yung Pacquiao factor kaya nagkalabuan.
Kung wala sanang ads sa cable channels, this would not be happening. I've been to a Thai cable company several years back and they delay airing of satellite programs in the cable system by 10 seconds to properly pre-empt paid ads carried. Bawal kasi dun ang ads sa cable channels. Ewan ko ngayon kung puwede na.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: viperkid on Dec 16, 2007 at 11:22 PM
Wala na Super Bowl? Since NFL games are aired in Solar Sports. Balls had programs that were really balls when it was previewed here in Bacolod anyways. :p
Tongue
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh!")
Post by: jeyps11_c on Dec 17, 2007 at 08:44 AM
Here's my understanding of what will happen by Jan 2008:

1. 2nd Ave, ETC, C/S and Jack TV will be moving to Free TV -- this means you can still get this with pretty much any cable operator out there (or at least the major ones)

2. BTV and Solar Sports -- will be out of Sky Cable and will be premium channels with Destiny?

On the other hand, Destiny doesn't have the Star channels. So this means that there will be no Star Sports, ESPN, Star Worls and Star Movies. Is this accurate?
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 17, 2007 at 04:38 PM
solar sports, jack and btv are available in GDC. kaso ung btv nasa premium! pag jan 1 na ung btv ay nasa regular line-up. ang nasa premium ay espn star sports, super sports2!
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 17, 2007 at 07:21 PM
mga interesado na magpakabit ng destiny na 3k for 1 year, just pm me ha. bigay ko ung number ng sales rep.


malapit na mawala jack at solar, at btv sa sky!!!
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh!")
Post by: Battousai on Dec 17, 2007 at 09:24 PM
I'm expecting BTV to be part of Destiny's regular channels come January. MAski i-premium na nila lahat ng channels, wag lang BTV.  ;D
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 24, 2007 at 01:48 PM
ive seen the plug of studio23 that they will gonna air the ufc 79: Nemesis sa balls din. diba my contract ang solar dito? pati what the hell happen? sulutan nanaman
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: tonedeaf on Dec 25, 2007 at 11:03 AM
dito sa probinsya in Leyte, there's no SBN or RJTV. bummer. UNTV and all those religious channels lang. i want my ETC fix!
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: lord_vader on Dec 25, 2007 at 11:14 AM
mga interesado na magpakabit ng destiny na 3k for 1 year, just pm me ha. bigay ko ung number ng sales rep.


malapit na mawala jack at solar, at btv sa sky!!!


Is Destiny really that affordable? 3k for a year? (P250 a month?). Are there no other charges? Time to shift from Sky to Destiny.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 25, 2007 at 10:36 PM
Is Destiny really that affordable? 3k for a year? (P250 a month?). Are there no other charges? Time to shift from Sky to Destiny.

yup

initial cash out yun. 3K na buo
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 25, 2007 at 10:43 PM
from antimonopoly of pinoyexchange:

 The Movement: Solar Big Switch Countdown Party!
The Movement: Solar Big Switch Countdown Party

At the break of 2008, nothing stays the same. As the clock ticks down to its final second year, a new energy from Solar Entertainment Corporation shall come alive to move your world. C/S, ETC, 2nd Ave, Jack TV, Solar Sports and Basketball TV proudly bring THE MOVEMENT: Solar Big Switch Countdown Party.

Together, let’s celebrate the biggest switch, a history-in-the-making on the Philippine TV. Be there when it happens. Eve of 2008, 11:30 pm at the Embassy parking lot, the Fort. Witness it LIVE simultaneous on RPN 9, RJ TV, SBN and on all cable systems nationwide.

Call on fans of Solar troop to the Embassy parking lot on December 31 for a new year party and fireworks display to celebrate the most beautiful development happening for C/S, 2nd Ave, Jack TV, Solar Sports and Basketball TV

Invite every Filipino nationwide to witness the event at home as it goes simultaneous on free and Cable TV.

Project this major event no one should dare to miss.


MERRY XMAS TO ALL
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: gearhead on Dec 27, 2007 at 05:39 PM
Is Destiny really that affordable? 3k for a year? (P250 a month?). Are there no other charges? Time to shift from Sky to Destiny.

promo lang po ito. after the 1st year, back to standard rates w/c is mura pa rin @ P450 yata per month.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: viper on Dec 28, 2007 at 10:53 PM
Attention Destiny subs.

Please advise if Destiny will let go of the Solar Cable channels when these are made available in free TV.

And also, please share your service experience with destiny. I used to be hooked up with them but their customer service then sucks so I had to shift.

With the shift to free TV, I still maintain that the biggest winner here are the free tv channels SBN and RJ  since this would mean additional blocktimer income for them. RPN have been he home of Solar for the longest time hence its not something new. With the shift to free TV of three of Solar's channels, the  'feared' migration of subs from Sky have somehow been mitigated except for those who wants their basketball 27/7.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: DVD_Freak on Dec 28, 2007 at 11:12 PM
if you're really not into BTV (so you won't pay for the premium channels)...then shifting to destiny would certainly be beneficial.  just imagine paying about half of what you pay sky.  that alone is reason enough to switch.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: viper on Dec 28, 2007 at 11:42 PM
mmmm,  No thank you.

I like my cinemax, anc, teleradyo, etc.

I really love to have the History Channel so Ill get myTV for that. Been with Destiny, didn't like their exclusive lineup. And its a pain to get serviced during signal outage.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 29, 2007 at 08:30 AM
if you're really not into BTV (so you won't pay for the premium channels)...then shifting to destiny would certainly be beneficial.  just imagine paying about half of what you pay sky.  that alone is reason enough to switch.

in jan 2008 khit ndi kana mag avail ng premium kasi ch 34 ang btv sa destiny
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: DVD_Freak on Dec 29, 2007 at 10:06 AM
in jan 2008 khit ndi kana mag avail ng premium kasi ch 34 ang btv sa destiny

That's even better!!!  You get BTV at no extra cost.  Even if DEstiny increases their fee...it would still be cheaper by maybe 200-300 compared to the "stripped down" Skycable.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh!")
Post by: halvert on Dec 29, 2007 at 04:04 PM
feel so sad that solar is doing a skycable(fixing something that ain't broke) not only is conan moving to jacktv, saturday night live is also movingto jacktv! dave letterman is moving to etc but i much prefer conan!!!
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: borly on Dec 29, 2007 at 07:07 PM
first they shut down our cable forcing us to get that 1.5k digibox and then now this?! F%$CK SKY CABLE! >:(

the same thing happened with my girl's house. it's a good thing they haven't required us to use that cumbersome digibox.  :(

is it me or are the test broadcast signals on the free tv's a bit static laden?
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 31, 2007 at 04:27 PM
available na btv sa destiny channel 34 kanina lamang nilipat  :D :D :D
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: viper on Dec 31, 2007 at 08:08 PM
the same thing happened with my girl's house. it's a good thing they haven't required us to use that cumbersome digibox.  :(

is it me or are the test broadcast signals on the free tv's a bit static laden?

That's because they are moving to digital. If you do not have the box, you wont receive the digital signal. The same will happen when broadcast tv also shifts to digital. You have to get the box to  receive the digital signals.

Or the alternative is to stay with analog while the rest of the world moves on.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Dec 31, 2007 at 10:07 PM
^jason the my isang solution sa pag-iwan sa analog. via ung HD Cable. masyadong sigurista ang sky kaya ginawa nila ang encryption to prevent illegal connection, and besides. digibox is NOT High Definition.Mpeg lang gamit nila.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Dec 31, 2007 at 10:26 PM
The digibox would be a pain in the butt for those of us who own DV-Recorders. By forcing us to choose one station to fix the broadcast signal to, it would make recording different channels while you're away on holiday impossible. And don't even try explaining your predicament of recording multiple channels to the people who'll install your digibox. Believe me, when they tried to install a simple analog cable box on my system (for season one of Big Brother), I had to teach THEM what to do. Also, the digibox will make watching one program while recording another impossible. That defeats the purpose of owning a DV-R.

So unless Sky comes up with a solution to this... then YES, I'd much rather be stuck in the analog age for a while longer. After all, how much TRUE digital programming is already available in the country, anyway? As far as I know, wala pa. And besides, the Philippines isn't scheduled to completely turn off analog transmissions until December 31, 2015. Screw Sky's digibox for now. I want to be able to record ESPN while taping Solar Sports. That's why I bought a DVD-R in the first place.

And since I'm also a Destiny subscriber, I still get my Solar Sports and BTV one and a half hours from now... and can record one while watching the other...  ;D

Off to party...  ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: clea on Jan 01, 2008 at 12:29 AM
Goodbye to BTV  :'(
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 01, 2008 at 09:08 AM
mga interesado na magpakabit ng destiny cable tv na 3k for 1 year, just pm me ha. bigay ko ung number ng sales rep.

wala nang btv, solar sports at jack!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: frootloops on Jan 01, 2008 at 11:08 AM
Digital? Here? Sa PI? They must be kidding.

I can bear watching those shows in analog for years, no problem with me. Besides, I watch news 90% of the time. I'd rather stay with it as long as I am comfortable and they don't force people to shift.
Title: Re: Solar Entertainment Channels will be removed on SkyCable
Post by: jackryan on Jan 01, 2008 at 01:44 PM
Quote from: Ashburndaride on Sep 06, 2007 at 01:22 PM
first they shut down our cable forcing us to get that 1.5k digibox and then now this?! F%$CK SKY CABLE!

the same thing happened with my girl's house. it's a good thing they haven't required us to use that cumbersome digibox.  :(

is it me or are the test broadcast signals on the free tv's a bit static laden?


Good thing that Destiny was able to put my place back online. I also was forced to get a Sky Digibox (since Home Cable was bought over by Sky) and basically forced my other tv's in the house to be disconnected except if I agreed to get a digibox for each one.

Now I got two cable service into my house and will soon probably just decide to have the Sky service disconnected. I think by Sky being almost like a monopoly it is just dictating on end-users and the way they handled enforcing digibox implementation was a clear sign of how they think they have almost a monopoly hold in the marketplace today.

Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 01, 2008 at 03:24 PM
mga interesado na magpakabit ng destiny cable tv na 3k for 1 year, just pm me ha. bigay ko ung number ng sales rep.

wala nang btv, solar sports at jack!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 01, 2008 at 06:53 PM
Am confused with the change of programming in sky cable silver.  Parang may mga nawalang channels, I just cant pinpoint which.  Im not sure where and when Jay Leno is on.  But ok naman yung Disney which was not with silver before.  For how long, am not sure.  Yung discovery travel eh patikim lang pala til Jan. 8.  idrc23, ok ba line-up sa destiny?  Ano mga cartoons channels?  TIA.

tonight show and conan will now air at jack tv

cartoon channels are:

20    Cartoon Network    
21    Nickelodeon    
22    Playhouse Disney Channel    
23    Disney Channel    
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Ctlim on Jan 01, 2008 at 07:39 PM
screw home cable, skycable and abs cbn management!!!!

these bloodsucking pathetic excuses for broadcast media. mag wowowee at the buzz nalang kayo. ;D

good for solar entertainment... it gives cable companies that are not owned by the lopeze's a better chance to compete.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 01, 2008 at 08:34 PM
So, wala na palang Jay at Conan anywhere sa Sky Cable.  Pero parang nakikita ko sa free TV, RJTV yata, not sure.  Napaka unilateral naman nang actions nang Sky.  When they increased their charges, no written or verbal notices were given din.  Ang attitude, parang take it or go to others (if any).  Eto ang problema sa monopoly, eh.  Be it sa kuryente, tubig, etc..  On the other hand, pag gusto mo magreklamo eh di ka rin makalapit sa media kasi ganun din, kanila din.  Tama si ctlim.

i mean leno at conan are now with jacktv
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 01, 2008 at 09:23 PM
Am not sure, pero yung ETC (where Leno was/is?) yata parang nasa SBN 21 (which Sky carries, anyways) but not sure til when.  Yung crime and suspense nasa RPN 9 minsan, 2nd Avenue at RJTV.  Nakakalito.

leno and conan and SNL ay surebol na sa jacktv. rpn na ung c/s 24/7 as well with sbn showing etc. ewan ko lang ung rjtv
Title: Re: Solar Channels Will Be Removed On SkyCable and Solar's Updates On Programmin
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Jan 01, 2008 at 10:27 PM
To repeat:

The official announcement is in a 4-page section of The Philippine Star today.

Starting January 1, 2008:

ETC is on: SBN 21 (Free TV), SkyCable Channel 16, Destiny Cable Channel 30, Cable Link Channel 50, Dream Channel 27

2nd Avenue is on: RJTV 29 (Free TV), SkyCable Channel 19, Destiny Cable Channel 31, Dream Channel 36

C/S is on: RPN 9 (Free TV), SkyCable Channel 14, Destiny Cable Channel 14, Cable Link 14 (Wala sa Dream?  ???)

Jack TV is on: Destiny, 300 other local cable operators

=====

Back on the other side of the fence, SkyCable's new AXN-Beyond channel (Channel 35) has interesting programming. But it's mostly old stuff. And they really started TODAY with Season One, Episode One of the old stuff. For those of you who want to catch the classic '90s shows, here's a quick general programming schedule:

8PM - Roswell (daily)

9PM - Buffy The Vampire Slayer (daily)

10PM - Variable newer programs (Dresden Files, Hex, Painkiller Jane, etc.)

11PM - The X-Files (daily)

For the full schedule, visit the channel's official website: http://www.axnbeyond-asia.com/schedule

=====

For the FoxCrime (Channel 50) schedule, go here: http://www.foxcrimeasia.com/

=====

For Discovery Travel & Living (Channel 25): http://www.travelandlivingasia.com/asia/homepage.htm
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: rusty on Jan 01, 2008 at 11:00 PM
kakabadtrip nagkaka-basketball tv withdrawal ata ako. ;

I'll try out the new channels for a month siguro. sana magka-nba sa balls.

On the other hand Destiny has TCM! Kaso wala silang Animax, Cinemaone, Star, etc.

What about other cable companies like Muntinlupa Cable, Paranaque Cable, etc.?

Any feedback from subscribers?
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Battousai on Jan 01, 2008 at 11:04 PM
Wohoo!! Basketball TV is on Channel 34 sa Destiny!!! Libre na syaaa!!!  ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 01, 2008 at 11:11 PM
kakabadtrip nagkaka-basketball tv withdrawal ata ako. ;

I'll try out the new channels for a month siguro. sana magka-nba sa balls.

On the other hand Destiny has TCM! Kaso wala silang Animax, Cinemaone, Star, etc.

What about other cable companies like Muntinlupa Cable, Paranaque Cable, etc.?

Any feedback from subscribers?

i promise hindi magkaka nba telecast sa balls
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Jan 02, 2008 at 12:04 AM
On the other hand Destiny has TCM! Kaso wala silang Animax, Cinemaone, Star, etc.

Actually, I read that Destiny will have the Star Channels back soon.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: patupup on Jan 02, 2008 at 08:12 AM
where can i find a complete channel lineup of Destiny? thank you
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 02, 2008 at 09:37 AM
where can i find a complete channel lineup of Destiny? thank you

wikipedia
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: DVD_Freak on Jan 02, 2008 at 10:05 AM
dito sa probinsya in Leyte, there's no SBN or RJTV. bummer. UNTV and all those religious channels lang. i want my ETC fix!

I have heard of provinces either not getting SBN and RJTV or Sky has cut them from their services...

Isn't this illegal?  I know Sky is required to air all free TV channels.
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: pekspert on Jan 02, 2008 at 10:21 AM
I have heard of provinces either not getting SBN and RJTV or Sky has cut them from their services...

Isn't this illegal?  I know Sky is required to air all free TV channels.

i believe the transmitting power of SBN and RJTV are weak hence it could not reach far away provinces...in that case its not sky's fault that hindi umaabot yung channels na yun faraway
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: pekspert on Jan 02, 2008 at 10:26 AM
on second thought, it is on cable nga pala and not air, so yes dapat umaabot nga pala yun ;D :D.... someone should file a complaint with NTC
Title: Re: Sky tries to remove Solar channels, Solar shifts them to Free TV ("Nyeh nyeh
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 02, 2008 at 11:11 AM
I have heard of provinces either not getting SBN and RJTV or Sky has cut them from their services...

Isn't this illegal?  I know Sky is required to air all free TV channels.

report it on solar at [email protected]
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Grandpoobah on Jan 02, 2008 at 02:28 PM
I'm having a Jack TV and BTV withdrawal syndrome. Maxxx just doesn't cut it for me. Although aliw yung Xplay. Sana yung JackTV na lang ang nalipat sa RPN9 instead of C/S.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: X44 on Jan 02, 2008 at 03:08 PM
This exodus has started already, to my surprise. I haven't been watching anything on my TV except DVDs all throughout the holidays so when I switched it on last night, wala na Jack, ETC, 2nd Ave etc. Syet, wala nang Conan. ??? Lecheng ABS talaga. And it looks like there are no plans in the household to switch providers.

Oh well, not the end of the world.  TV shows lang naman 'to. More to life and all that. Move on na lang. ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: viper on Jan 02, 2008 at 03:34 PM
on second thought, it is on cable nga pala and not air, so yes dapat umaabot nga pala yun ;D :D.... someone should file a complaint with NTC

According to rules governing cable tv as issued by the NTC, cable operators are required to carry tv stations in their area of operation only. This is called the must carry rule. If RJTV is not available in a given provincial area (because RJTV does not have a station there), the cable operator in that area is not compelled to carry RJ. On the other hand, if RJ gives out free satellite receivers to these operators (RJTV is also on satellite), then the cable operator at their option may carry RJ. Same thing with SBN. RPN's network is more extensive among the three so most probably provincial operators carry them.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: viper on Jan 02, 2008 at 03:50 PM
Destiny's Lineup (exclusive channels in red)

Movies
•  HBO Asia
• Pinoy Box Office
•  Turner Classic Movies
•  Hallmark Entertainment
General Entertainment
•  Crime and Suspense  (can be seen on RPN)
•  Entertainment Central  (can be seen on SBN)
• ETC 2nd Avenue (can be seen on RJ)
•  Jack TV
Kids'
•  Disney Channel
•  Cartoon Network
•  Playhouse Disney Channel
•  Nickelodeon
Educational
•  Discovery Channel
•  Animal Planet
Lifestyle
•  Discovery Travel and Living
•  Living Asia
•  Fashion TV
Sports
•  Basketball T.V.
•  Eurosports
•  Z Wrestling
•  Viva Prime
•  Horse Racing Program
•  Solar Sports
•  ESPN *
•  Star Sports *
News
•  CNN
•  BBC World
•  Fox News
•  CNBC Asia
•  Bloomberg TV
• Australia Network
•  Al Jazeera International
Religious
•  Iglesia ni Cristo
•  Familyland Network
•  EWTN
•  Trinity Broadcasting Network
•  Divine Mercy Channel
•  Daystar TV
•  Good News Channel
Japanese
• Z Wrestling
•  NHK World
•  NHK World Premium
Indian
•  Zee Premiere
•  Doordarshan National
European
•  TVE (Spanish)
•  RTPI (Portuguese)
•  Deutschewelle TV (German)
•  TV5 (French)
•  RAI (Italian)
In-house Channels
•  Global Kabayan TV 3
•  Barker Channel
•  Weathernews / Flight Information TV
•  Destiny Chat TV
•  Destiny Videoke TV
Chinese
•  Taiwan TV
•  China TV
•  Chinese Television Service
•  Formosa TV
•  TVBS News
•  CTI
•  Tzu Chi TV
•  Good TV
•  CCTV 4
•  Hunan TV
•  SET Taiwan
•  CCTV 9
•  Formosa TV News
•  ETTV Asia News
UHF / VHF Channels
•  ABS CBN 2
•  NBN 4
•  ABC 5
•  GMA 7
•  RPN 9
•  ZOE 11
•  IBC 13
•  SBN 21
•  Net 25
•  RJTV 29
•  UNTV 37
Music Channels
•  MTV Philippines
•  Channel [v] International
Korean
•  Arirang
•  KBS World
•  YTN
Premium Channels
(requires separate subscription)
•  Golf Channel
•  Premium Sports 2
•  Premium Sports 3
•  Japanese Entertainment
•  Indian Entertainment
•  HBO with Chinese Subtitle
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 02, 2008 at 04:06 PM
Destiny's Lineup (exclusive channels in red)

Movies
•  HBO Asia
• Pinoy Box Office
•  Turner Classic Movies
•  Hallmark Entertainment
General Entertainment
•  Crime and Suspense  (can be seen on RPN)
•  Entertainment Central  (can be seen on SBN)
• ETC 2nd Avenue (can be seen on RJ)
•  Jack TV
Kids'
•  Disney Channel
•  Cartoon Network
•  Playhouse Disney Channel
•  Nickelodeon
Educational
•  Discovery Channel
•  Animal Planet
Lifestyle
•  Discovery Travel and Living
•  Living Asia
•  Fashion TV
Sports
•  Basketball T.V.
•  Eurosports
•  Z Wrestling
•  Viva Prime
•  Horse Racing Program
•  Solar Sports
•  ESPN *
•  Star Sports *
News
•  CNN
•  BBC World
•  Fox News
•  CNBC Asia
•  Bloomberg TV
• Australia Network
•  Al Jazeera International
Religious
•  Iglesia ni Cristo
•  Familyland Network
•  EWTN
•  Trinity Broadcasting Network
•  Divine Mercy Channel
•  Daystar TV
•  Good News Channel
Japanese
• Z Wrestling
•  NHK World
•  NHK World Premium
Indian
•  Zee Premiere
•  Doordarshan National
European
•  TVE (Spanish)
•  RTPI (Portuguese)
•  Deutschewelle TV (German)
•  TV5 (French)
•  RAI (Italian)
In-house Channels
•  Global Kabayan TV 3
•  Barker Channel
•  Weathernews / Flight Information TV
•  Destiny Chat TV
•  Destiny Videoke TV
Chinese
•  Taiwan TV
•  China TV
•  Chinese Television Service
•  Formosa TV
•  TVBS News
•  CTI
•  Tzu Chi TV
•  Good TV
•  CCTV 4
•  Hunan TV
•  SET Taiwan
•  CCTV 9
•  Formosa TV News
•  ETTV Asia News
UHF / VHF Channels
•  ABS CBN 2
•  NBN 4
•  ABC 5
•  GMA 7
•  RPN 9
•  ZOE 11
•  IBC 13
•  SBN 21
•  Net 25
•  RJTV 29
•  UNTV 37
Music Channels
•  MTV Philippines
•  Channel [v] International
Korean
•  Arirang
•  KBS World
•  YTN
Premium Channels
(requires separate subscription)
•  Golf Channel
•  Premium Sports 2
•  Premium Sports 3
•  Japanese Entertainment
•  Indian Entertainment
•  HBO with Chinese Subtitle


sabi sakin ng customer care ng destiny sa main office my idagdag daw na movie channel by the end of the month.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: DVD_Freak on Jan 02, 2008 at 07:53 PM
According to rules governing cable tv as issued by the NTC, cable operators are required to carry tv stations in their area of operation only. This is called the must carry rule. If RJTV is not available in a given provincial area (because RJTV does not have a station there), the cable operator in that area is not compelled to carry RJ. On the other hand, if RJ gives out free satellite receivers to these operators (RJTV is also on satellite), then the cable operator at their option may carry RJ. Same thing with SBN. RPN's network is more extensive among the three so most probably provincial operators carry them.

...Problem is some provinces did have them.  But after the press release that ETC & ETC2nd Ave were transferring to these specific channels, people tried to check them out...surprisingly both channels were no longer on air.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: viperkid on Jan 03, 2008 at 03:45 AM
Horibble!!!

Yung mga bagong channels ng Sky (at least dito sa Bacolod) ay walang kwenta!!! Maxxx, dalawang show lang ang worth watching:AOTS and X-Play lang. Balls really sucks balls. Walang NFL and playoffs na!!!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 03, 2008 at 11:19 AM
mga interesado na magpakabit ng destiny cable tv na 3k for 1 year, just pm me ha. bigay ko ung number ng sales rep.

wala nang btv, solar sports at jack!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: RMN on Jan 03, 2008 at 02:17 PM
This is a bit jurassic, but i miss the aquarium channel found in the initial years of cable.  Most times kasi, I just look at the TV but not watch, especially when listening to CDs.  I hope theyd bring it on again.

This is way off tangent but you just reminded of FEN--Far East Network, Philippines  ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: JdelaCruz on Jan 03, 2008 at 02:51 PM
Letterman is now on ETC which is now on SBN21 Free TV which is Ch.16 on SkyCable. 11pm weekdays. Been watching since Tuesday and it's still synced with the US schedule.

Big casualty is Jon Stewart which is nowhere in the lineup. Any chance Solar will come to its senses anytime soon?
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 03, 2008 at 03:34 PM
Letterman is now on ETC which is now on SBN21 Free TV which is Ch.16 on SkyCable. 11pm weekdays. Been watching since Tuesday and it's still synced with the US schedule.

Big casualty is Jon Stewart which is nowhere in the lineup. Any chance Solar will come to its senses anytime soon?

2nd ave daw un ilalagay
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Grandpoobah on Jan 03, 2008 at 04:03 PM
Had a bit of MAXXX Marathon last night. Saw AOTS, XPlay, Keys to the VIP... and their late night adult oriented shows. Pretty ok. But I'll miss the up-to-date WWE programs that JACK has.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Klaus Weasley on Jan 03, 2008 at 10:24 PM
Who can I e-mail at Solar to request that at least Conan O'Brien be placed back to ETC/2nd Avenue?
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: jason13 on Jan 03, 2008 at 11:52 PM
SkyCable subs, here is what you'll gonna miss on JackTV.

WWE PPV
- Royal Rumble, January 27
- No Way Out, February 17
- WrestleMania 24, March 30
- Backlash, April 27
- Judgement Day, May 18
- One Night Stand, June 1
- Vengeance, June 29
- Great American Bash, July 20
- Summer Slam, August 17
- Unforgiven, September 7
- No Mercy, October 5
- Cyber Sunday, October 26
- Survivor Series, November 23
- Armageddon, December 21

New TV Series
- The Big Bang Theory
- The IT Crowd
- Aliens in America
- Rules for Starting Over
- Pushing Daisies (unsure, might be shown on ETC)
- The Peep Show (Season 3)
- Who Wants to be a Superhero (Season 2)
- American Gladiators
- Phenomenon
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Don_Camote on Jan 04, 2008 at 03:17 PM
To all of you who don't like Sky Cables services, quit complaining and start disconnecting Sky Cable from your homes.  Sky might get the message and hopefully they return those shows you like.  If you continue to stick with them, they'll say - we are not losing much customers so the gambit must be okay.

There is one thing you can do now which is to switch to other cable providers.  Done this already at a much cheaper rate and I am fairly satisfied customer.  I don't want anything to do with Sky anymore, I've had enough of them.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Trig on Jan 04, 2008 at 03:31 PM
npanood ko na ito, sobrang nakakatawa
- The Big Bang Theory
- The IT Crowd


Patalo yng mga condo na exclusing sa sky  >:(

haay eh jacktv at btv lng pinapanood ko sa cable....
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 05, 2008 at 09:37 PM

(http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/3127/btvda6.jpg)


unfortunately natapos na ung promo ng destiny.

pero available parin ang promo sa mga taga QC SOUTH AREA O sakop ng tandang sora branch like, nova, proj 6,7,8 fairview, etc.


for those who are interested for switching to destiny, just pm for fast application and quick installation.


SAKIM NA MASYADO ANG SKYCABLE

SOBRA NA!

TAMA NA!

LIPAT NA! ! !

Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Jan 06, 2008 at 08:00 AM
Dude, your plugs on this thread to contact you to get Destiny are already crystal clear. They're actually already borderline violating the fact that the Marketplace section is already temporarily closed for renovation. Although I agree with your sentiments... we got it already.  :)

SOBRA NA!

TAMA NA!

TIGIL NA! ! !


 ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Battousai on Jan 06, 2008 at 07:21 PM
Basta lang wag bigla mag-require yung Destiny na mag digibox yung mga subs nila, ok na ko sa rates nila.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: GC on Jan 06, 2008 at 07:48 PM
My dad mainly watches Solar Sports. Now that it is gone in Sky Cable, Destiny seems to be a better prospect. What the hell is wrong with Sky Cable?  >:( Kaso wala namang Star Movies at National Geographic sa Sky Cable.  :(
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: DVD_Freak on Jan 06, 2008 at 08:57 PM
My dad mainly watches Solar Sports. Now that it is gone in Sky Cable, Destiny seems to be a better prospect. What the hell is wrong with Sky Cable?  >:( Kaso wala namang Star Movies at National Geographic sa Sky Cable.  :(

It all really depends on what channel you prioritize.  Ako kasi it's really just BTV.  So where BTV is..dun ako.  As long as there's BTV, sulit na sakin yun.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: JdelaCruz on Jan 07, 2008 at 01:12 AM
on your tvs, has the video quality of the "normal" sky channels (meaning, those not affected by the solar pullout) decreased too? it seems to me that hbo and lifestyle are significantly duller looking now, for example.

Yep, noticed that too. ETC and 2nd Ave on the SBN21 and RJTV channels look ok tho.

So, what's with Discovery Travel & Living on Sky Ch. 25? Is this a permanent thing or just a teaser?  How long is this going to last?  Really digging those tattoo shows.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: boredfilmmaker on Jan 07, 2008 at 01:22 AM

So, what's with Discovery Travel & Living on Sky Ch. 25? Is this a permanent thing or just a teaser?  How long is this going to last?  Really digging those tattoo shows.

i don't think it will.. I remember seeing those announcements that roll by under your screen once last year and it mentioned that they will try out some channels only available in their Platinum plan on Ch. 25 on a temporary basis..
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: gearhead on Jan 07, 2008 at 01:20 PM
on your tvs, has the video quality of the "normal" sky channels (meaning, those not affected by the solar pullout) decreased too? it seems to me that hbo and lifestyle are significantly duller looking now, for example.

just one of those things i don't like na about sky. just look at their myx channel. supposed to be music video channel ito, pero ang sama na ng tunog... patay na patay pa ang kulay.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Jan 07, 2008 at 06:14 PM
We already know we're supposed to contact you for Destiny, idrc23.

I'm deleting every single post of yours that repeats that fact, since you've said it at least a dozen times already on this thread.

WE GOT IT ALREADY. Unless you have something new to add to the discussion, please stop.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: demented_angel on Jan 07, 2008 at 09:43 PM
i don't think it will.. I remember seeing those announcements that roll by under your screen once last year and it mentioned that they will try out some channels only available in their Platinum plan on Ch. 25 on a temporary basis..

they're just airing a special preview of discovery travel and living till jan 8, after that you have to subscribe to skycable platinum to enjoy this channel, BOO!  :-\
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: jason13 on Jan 08, 2008 at 01:53 AM
The switch is on

SPORTING CHANCE By Joaquin M. Henson
Tuesday, January 8, 2008

If you’re a Skycable subscriber and an NBA fan, you’ll be glad to know switching to Global Destiny for your daily dose of pro hoops is now as easy as surfing channels on your remote.

That’s the word from Solar Sports vice president for marketing Jude Turcuato who predicts the exodus from Skycable to Global Destiny will change the complexion of the cable network wars within two or three months.

Turcuato estimates Skycable and Global Destiny dominating close to 80 percent of the Metro Manila subscribers market. Skycable leads the race with Global Destiny a close second, he notes. But Turcuato expects a tied ball game within the first quarter as more and more viewers make the switch because of Solar’s solid content in Global Destiny.

Solar pulled out of Skycable at the turn of the year, bringing BTV, Solar Sports and Jack TV to Global Destiny in a transfer that is particularly significant in the Metro Manila market.

“Solar continues to be the most widely distributed cable channel in the country, more than even HBO,” says Turcuato. “Solar has between 450 to 500 cable affiliates all over the Philippines and Global Destiny is just one of them. Of course, we know Skycable and Global Destiny are the two biggest cable providers around, like PLDT and Globe in telecommunications and ABS-CBN and GMA in free-to-air TV. Switching from Skycable to Global Destiny is a matter of preference and I think the market that matters most to us at Solar is making the switch.”

Turcuato says with BTV, Solar Sports and Jack TV moving out of Skycable, the sports block in Global Destiny is suddenly formidable and unbeatable.

* * *

“Now, Global Destiny offers NBA everyday on BTV, ESPN, Star Sports, Eurosport and World Wrestling Entertainment on Jack,” continues Turcuato. “Then, Solar is bringing in PGA Golf, the NFL, the Z Gorres-Vic Darchinyan title eliminator fight, the Manny Pacquiao-Juan Manuel Marquez fight for the WBC superfeatherweight championship, Eurocup soccer, the Philippine 9-Ball Open and of course, the Beijing Olympics. You won’t get any of that on Skycable.”

Curiously, Turcuato recalls that some seven or eight years ago, when Star Sports left Skycable, it was Solar that came to the rescue by bringing the NBA to the ABS-CBN cable network.

“Subscribers were switching out of Skycable at the rate of 300 a day for at least a month until Solar stopped the bleeding,” remembers Turcuato. “It’s ironic that now, Solar is leading the charge out of Skycable and we’re anticipating a switch of a much higher rate than 300 a day. Global Destiny is prepared to handle the switch with more cable guys, trucks and wiring equipment.”

Turcuato says Global Destiny will not carry the Skycable staples of ANC, Balls, Lifestyle and Cinema One but counters with CNBC, Fox News, Philippine Box Office, the Al Jazeera network, Discovery Travel and Living and Disney playhouse.

* * *

“Some of Global Destiny’s channels like Disney playhouse and Fox News are available through platinum or more expensive subscriptions with Skycable,” says Turcuato. “But there’s a major difference in price. The basic Global Destiny monthly rate is P450 while Skycable is P770 and platinum subscribers pay over P1,000. Even if you’re not an NBA or sports fan, you’ll make the switch because it just makes more economic sense. But if you’re an NBA or sports fan, it’s obviously a great deal.”

Turcuato says his father-in-law’s golfmates in Makati are now linked to Global Destiny because of Solar’s PGA rights. And since ESPN isn’t covering the NFL this season, Global Destiny has become the exclusive home of American pro football, too.

Even the popular “Jay Leno Show” – where Pacquiao is scheduled to appear in drumming up interest for the Marquez rematch – is now exclusive to Global Destiny because its home is Jack TV.

Clearly, the key is the NBA. It’s destiny that interest in the NBA today is sky-high, what with the unpredictable season. According to Turcuato, Solar’s commitment in terms of ratings and market reach to the NBA remains as strong as ever, if not even stronger, with the switch from Skycable to Global Destiny.

Turcuato says Global Destiny has put up a direct hotline, 894-5714, to support the trunkline of 810-2828 so every subscriber is attended to without delay. Joining the bandwagon to Global Destiny couldn’t be easier.

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Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: R1DVD on Jan 08, 2008 at 05:02 PM
To Global Destiny subscribers out there, how is the cable signal in your area.  I'm from Las Pinas and am contemplating on shifting to Destiny cable after Sky pulled out my favorite channels (Solar Sports and BTV).
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 09, 2008 at 01:04 PM
malinaw bro

paservice mo yan sa destiny
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: Pillow on Jan 09, 2008 at 02:02 PM
they're just airing a special preview of discovery travel and living till jan 8, after that you have to subscribe to skycable platinum to enjoy this channel, BOO!  :-\

It's now previewing Discovery health and home.  Was hooked on Bizarre Foods and Miami Ink shows, too bad the preview week was over. 
If other cable providers can offer it at a lower price, why do Sky ask for premium payment for those other channels?  Obvious na gahaman sa pera tong sky!  >:(
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports! (They're available on Destiny)
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 09, 2008 at 02:52 PM
It's now previewing Discovery health and home.  Was hooked on Bizarre Foods and Miami Ink shows, too bad the preview week was over. 
If other cable providers can offer it at a lower price, why do Sky ask for premium payment for those other channels?  Obvious na gahaman sa pera tong sky!  >:(

travel and living is available on destiny
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Pillow on Jan 10, 2008 at 08:31 AM
As our cable comes free with the rent, I dont think I have a choice of changing cable providers.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Grandpoobah on Jan 10, 2008 at 07:26 PM
May Destiny cable ba sa Antipolo area. I really want to make the switch. :)
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 10, 2008 at 09:08 PM
May Destiny cable ba sa Antipolo area. I really want to make the switch. :)

wala po antay nalang kayo sa satellite na ilalaunch
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: antikryst on Jan 11, 2008 at 03:15 PM
may website ba destiny? im missing basketball tv! sana meron din fashion tv
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: jeyps11_c on Jan 13, 2008 at 04:21 AM
idrc,
You've got PM.

Ang BTV ba nasa regular na rate lang ng Destiny or nandun sa may extra na bayad pa? (Pati ESPN and Star Sports etc). Also ano mga movie channels (HBO) ng Destiny? And how's the reception (especially in the Makati area)?
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: james16 on Jan 13, 2008 at 05:44 AM
Stupid Skycable!!! what a bunch of A**wipes!!!!  >:(

Can't even watch the NFL play-offs and a lot of nba games!!!!!!!!!!!



Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: jackryan on Jan 13, 2008 at 01:13 PM
my btv na po sa destiny cable

ch.34 ang btv

ch.90 ang fashion tv

sir pm me if your interested to apply para ma process agad po

i've also switched to Destiny... most likely will drop my Skycable subscription in the next 2-3 months...
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: hubes on Jan 13, 2008 at 02:44 PM
how is the destiny signal in new manila qc? i read in destiny's website that there are two types of plans. one is 450 the other is 500 pesos. what is the difference? the 450 plan is available in QC area. tnx
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Jan 13, 2008 at 03:08 PM
how is the destiny signal in new manila qc? i read in destiny's website that there are two types of plans. one is 450 the other is 500 pesos. what is the difference? the 450 plan is available in QC area. tnx

hubes, comparing the Sky and Destiny signals in my house, it's roughly the same, with the exception that Destiny is more consistent. There are hours of the day (mid-morning to early afternoon) when the high teens-early 20s of Sky are blurry - this does not happen with Destiny.

I'm paying 450. From what I know, those getting ESPN/Star Sports are paying 500. We unfortunately do not have the option to get those on Destiny in our area - for now, at least.

Ang BTV ba nasa regular na rate lang ng Destiny or nandun sa may extra na bayad pa?

As stated earlier on this thread, regular na, since January 1, 2008.

Also ano mga movie channels (HBO) ng Destiny?

Just HBO and Turner Classic Movies. Rent/bili ka na lang ng DVD, wala pang putol!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: rusty on Jan 13, 2008 at 05:01 PM
Another alternative cable provider:
http://cablelink.com.ph/web/channel_lineup.html (http://cablelink.com.ph/web/channel_lineup.html)
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: rusty on Jan 13, 2008 at 06:35 PM
If I'm ever going to switch to Destiny, I don't want annoying spammer-types to get commission for it.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: rusty on Jan 13, 2008 at 06:45 PM
ok then. Down with Monopoly! ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: R1DVD on Jan 13, 2008 at 08:58 PM
just made the switch to destiny today.  Signal is ok in our area (las Pinas), but  other channels (ABS-CBN, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon) are noticably clearer sa skycable.  But I don't mind since I'm usually glued to BTV and Solar Sports, and destiny subscription is much cheaper compared to Sky.  I just notice na panay ang pamimigay ng flyers ng Destiny sa mga subdivisions (well at least from where I live).
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: halvert on Jan 18, 2008 at 06:51 PM
i love that etc 2nd ave show "hot shots"(sat., 7pm) where pro photographers give tips and tricks to 3 budding fotogs. very educational!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Ashburndaride on Jan 18, 2008 at 08:24 PM
seen an ad of UFC coming to Sky Cable's MAXXX. Is Solar dropping UFC?
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: JdelaCruz on Jan 21, 2008 at 12:31 PM
then dont. akala mo naman my komisyon ako dito. gs2 ko lang ma stop ung monopoly ng sky

sa mga global destiny subscribers jan, you can have a free 1 month subscription if you gonna refer any friends,family or colleague that who wants to switch. kung maka 3 kayo na refer 3 month free ang makukuha nyo.. just pm me if you have someone to know who want to switch. para mabigyan kayo ng free months!!!

long live destiny cable!



Siguro sa dami na ng free monthly subscription mo, mukhang bayad na ang Destiny mo hanggang 2010 sa tindi ng paglalako mo dito tsaka sa PEx.  :D ;D :D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: idrc23 on Jan 21, 2008 at 05:49 PM

Siguro sa dami na ng free monthly subscription mo, mukhang bayad na ang Destiny mo hanggang 2010 sa tindi ng paglalako mo dito tsaka sa PEx.  :D ;D :D

gustuhin ko man, hindi pwde kasi wala pa akong account number at di pwde sa mga subscribers na naka promo to
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: idrc23 on Apr 22, 2008 at 05:23 PM
nagsisi na yung mga nba fans na naka skycable nh hehehe
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: idrc23 on Apr 24, 2008 at 11:15 AM
sa mga gustong lumipat ng destiny at walang linya sa area nila, meron nang solusyon jan!!!

g-sat ng global destiny ang sagot jan!!!


6688 annual fee at meron kanang btv jack tv at solar sports.


kaya lipat na!!!

pm me for details
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: tonedeaf on Apr 24, 2008 at 09:15 PM
shouldn't this thread be moved to the Marketplace section, what with all the advertising going on?  ::)
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: viper on May 06, 2008 at 06:34 PM
This topic is history. Maybe the mods should lock it so that Destiny agents can go to the Marketplace and place their adverts.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Wiggum on Oct 27, 2008 at 05:18 PM
I stumbled upon this on the BTV website today:

(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j275/Octo1/BTV.jpg)

Can someone please confirm if this is true?  Anybody from SkyCable and/or Solar out there?  I am assuming that BTV will be a premium channel on SkyCable??   
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 27, 2008 at 05:23 PM
Hopefully it's not a premium channel (But I am guessing it is.) or else this still is not enough to woo back customers who switched to Destiny.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Wiggum on Oct 27, 2008 at 05:29 PM
Someone from SkyCable just confirmed that this is true.  But it will be available only to SkyCable subscribers with a Digibox.  You'll need to pay an additional P100 per month too.

Wala pang Digibox sa area namin!  Hulk smash!  >:(
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 27, 2008 at 05:34 PM
Someone from SkyCable just confirmed that this is true.  But it will be available only to SkyCable subscribers with a Digibox.  You'll need to pay an additional P100 per month too.

Wala pang Digibox sa area namin!  Hulk smash!  >:(

That's good news.  So it's not a premium channel.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: frootloops on Oct 27, 2008 at 08:00 PM
Sky subscirber here for years, then added Destiny just weeks ago basically because of BTV. Now this..sinasabi ko na nga ba eh.  >:(
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: d4nu65+3R on Oct 27, 2008 at 10:16 PM
what channel would it be on?  or is sky dropping one of their sports channels in favor of this?
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: darth_rye on Oct 28, 2008 at 10:23 AM
Just talk with a skcable rep its CONFIRMED! BTV Back on Skycable starting today! Just in time for NBA opening tomorrow! ;D ;D ;D

But the catch its on Channel 149 meaning its on a PREMIUM channel (WWAAAHHH!!!) additonal 100 bucks on your monthly subcriptions.  :'(

 
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 28, 2008 at 10:53 AM
Just talk with a skcable rep its CONFIRMED! BTV Back on Skycable starting today! Just in time for NBA opening tomorrow! ;D ;D ;D

But the catch its on Channel 149 meaning its on a PREMIUM channel (WWAAAHHH!!!) additonal 100 bucks on your monthly subcriptions.  :'(

 

Actually it's basically P220.....Monthly rental of 1 unit digibox(P120) and BTV itself (P100).  Yabang yabang pa ng Sky kesyo redundant channels eck eck.  So magmamakaawa rin pala sila sa Solar Sports. 
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: darth_rye on Oct 28, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Actually it's basically P220.....Monthly rental of 1 unit digibox(P120) and BTV itself (P100).  Yabang yabang pa ng Sky kesyo redundant channels eck eck.  So magmamakaawa rin pala sila sa Solar Sports. 

Actually i'm an existing sky cable subs with a digibox already kaya 100 na lang daw on top of my monthly rate.


Ang asar lang talaga sa Premium channel nilagay ung BTV malamang nag bayad na lang sila sa Solar tapos sa atin sisingilin. Bakit kamo syempre Lopez owned din ang skycable tulad ng Meralco!

Kaya bayad na lang tayo kung gusto natin dagdag channel na dati naman kasama na sa free channel  :-\
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 28, 2008 at 11:32 AM
Actually i'm an existing sky cable subs with a digibox already kaya 100 na lang daw on top of my monthly rate.


Ang asar lang talaga sa Premium channel nilagay ung BTV malamang nag bayad na lang sila sa Solar tapos sa atin sisingilin. Bakit kamo syempre Lopez owned din ang skycable tulad ng Meralco!

Kaya bayad na lang tayo kung gusto natin dagdag channel na dati naman kasama na sa free channel  :-\

Oh ok.  Well for those who are thinking about switching back to Sky...additional P220 nga aside from the monthly fee.  Don't switch...it's not worth it. 

Yup you're right, sa atin sisingilin yun pambayad sa Solar Sports while sa Destiny included sa basic package.  So they basically just ate their words when they dropped the Solar channels.  And now they negotiated to at least get BTV back.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: d4nu65+3R on Oct 28, 2008 at 12:21 PM
di pa ba satisfied yang mga may ari ng sc sa kinakamal nilang pera at kelangan pa nilang dagdagan? ang titigas talaga ng mukha nila!!! >:(
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: ruth2art on Oct 29, 2008 at 10:51 AM
Just got off the phone talking to the CS of Skycable here in Sta. Rosa to verify the BTV broadcast.
The CS confirmed that they will start broadcasting and are adjusting channel assignments. The CS
also told me that there will be no addtional fees.

I won't hold my breath on this until it comes to fruition. Abangan.... ::)
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 29, 2008 at 10:55 AM
Just confirmed that BTV is available in Negros region.....no additional fees involved.  Sa Manila lang yata.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: edboy7 on Oct 29, 2008 at 11:51 AM
Sana ala din bayad sa cavite area :)
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Battousai on Oct 29, 2008 at 12:13 PM
Mas maganda game sa free channel C/S9 kesa sa basketball TV today a.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: DVD_Freak on Oct 29, 2008 at 01:56 PM
Mas maganda game sa free channel C/S9 kesa sa basketball TV today a.

Actually pinalabas din naman sa BTV yun Lakers-Blazers game right after the Bulls-Bucks game.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Wiggum on Oct 30, 2008 at 06:30 AM
Ramblings from an NBA fan without BTV: C/S 9 will air NBA games every Sat, Sun and Mon @ 10:30 am.  Pwede na rin.  I hope these aren't the "ugly" games (e.g. OKC or CHA games he he).

I am expecting ESPN and Star Sports to start their Fri and Sat NBA telecasts too.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: ruth2art on Oct 30, 2008 at 07:22 AM
Just got off the phone talking to the CS of Skycable here in Sta. Rosa to verify the BTV broadcast.
The CS confirmed that they will start broadcasting and are adjusting channel assignments. The CS
also told me that there will be no addtional fees.

I won't hold my breath on this until it comes to fruition. Abangan.... ::)

Now watching BTV on Skycable in Sta. Rosa - Channel 69. Enjoying the game between Raptors & Sixers!!!
Inspite of the all the flak  posted here... Thank you, Skycable! :D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: darth_rye on Oct 30, 2008 at 08:50 AM
I was able to watch BTV channel on skycable yesterday and its great that they are back at sky, the setback is they've put it on premium channel 149. Which is additional cost on my monthly cable rate.

Still i'am happy watching NBA games not just on free TV on c/s and later on both espn,starsports on weekends.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: darth_rye on Oct 30, 2008 at 08:55 AM
Now watching BTV on Skycable in Sta. Rosa - Channel 69. Enjoying the game between Raptors & Sixers!!!
Inspite of the all the flak  posted here... Thank you, Skycable! :D

Is it on a premium channel or on free channel?

Asar ang sky ah! mukhang mga manila subscribers lang ang may additional cost!  >:(
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: edboy7 on Oct 30, 2008 at 11:47 AM
libre din sa Cavite yahohohohoho!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: darth_rye on Oct 30, 2008 at 03:49 PM
libre din sa Cavite yahohohohoho!

What channel sa inyo BTV? Thanks!
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: jason13 on Apr 17, 2009 at 11:19 PM
Good news guys!

C/S Origin is now available on SkyCable channel 33 and BTV is now available as part of SkyCable Digital package without any additional fee.

Maybe Sky and Solar are friends again, now if only Sky can add Sci-Fi channel to its lineup I will be happy.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: Ashburndaride on Apr 18, 2009 at 09:23 AM
Bring Back Jack TV to SKY! I miss the Longest running soap opera known as WWE  ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: anya618 on Apr 18, 2009 at 09:26 AM
Bring Back Jack TV to SKY! I miss the Longest running soap opera known as WWE  ;D

+ 1 ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: darth_rye on Apr 20, 2009 at 02:07 PM
I miss JackTV too on my skycable, i hope they also add History channel
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: anya618 on Apr 20, 2009 at 02:10 PM
if ibalik ang jacktv sa sky, magpasubscribe ako ulit ;D
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: indie boi on Apr 20, 2009 at 02:11 PM
Good news guys!

C/S Origin is now available on SkyCable channel 33 and BTV is now available as part of SkyCable Digital package without any additional fee.

Maybe Sky and Solar are friends again, now if only Sky can add Sci-Fi channel to its lineup I will be happy.
May SciFi Channel ba sa Destiny?
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: pjayg on Apr 20, 2009 at 03:57 PM
May SciFi Channel ba sa Destiny?

Yup, they recently added this channel with Bio, FashionTV, History, Discovery Turbo, etc.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: indie boi on Apr 20, 2009 at 03:58 PM
Wow, cool.
Title: Re: SkyCable drops JackTV, BTV and Solar Sports
Post by: gerardhamada on Apr 21, 2009 at 01:14 AM
I just hate sky cable period.  >:(