BSkyB announced over the weekend that it was dropping the writ which it issued earlier this year against British Digital Broadcasting (now On Digital) over the compatibility of their set-top boxes needed to unscramble digital signals (see Newsline).
Problems have arisen over the compatibility of the set-top boxes with the different digital services (see Newsline). On Digital is believed to have opted for a box which will not be capable of running certain Sky Digital services (most likely, the interactive elements of Sky’s service).
BSkyB believes that: “BDB’s decision will simply highlight the advantages of Sky’s box – it will now become clear to consumers which box will bring them the most choice and flexibility.”
BSkyB will be launching its digital service on 1 October with a full functionality box which will be interoperable with other services.
BSkyB: 0171 705 3200On Digital: 0171 819 8000
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