The much-awaited streaming service, ITVX, is now available on Sky Q and Sky Glass devices. This means that an extensive selection of ITV’s programming is now within reach for Sky subscribers. ITVX lets viewers pause live TV, stream channels, and explore a vast variety of boxsets and originals. This adds more than 10,000 hours of ITV content to Sky’s current services without charging anything extra. Renowned shows, sports, news, and films are now mixed with Sky’s offerings on a single, user-friendly platform. With ITVX now free and supported by ads, Sky users have more streaming choices than ever, proving it perfect for effortless, on-demand viewing.
Overview of ITVX
ITVX is ITV’s special streaming program. It compiles all of ITV’s programs in one place. With ITVX, you can live stream ITV channels, go through an extensive list of much-loved old shows, and some popular boxsets. You will also find fresh original series made just for ITVX. Themed playlists are put together just for you. And guess what? Some of ITV’s upcoming shows are premiered here first, before hitting your TV screen.
Content Library: ITVX on Sky
With over 10,000 hours of on-demand ITV content spanning decades of shows, genres, and channel archives, ITVX grants instant access to:
- Beloved classics and bingeable box sets like Love Island, Broadchurch, I’m A Celebrity.
- ITV’s latest compelling dramas, documentaries and movies.
- Live streams of ITV’s family of free channels, from ITV1 to ITV4.
- Brand new Original exclusives made specially for ITVX.
- Early premiere streaming of upcoming ITV shows.
Key Features of ITVX on Sky
- Access to ITV Hub content: All of the shows and movies available on the ITV Hub app can now be accessed directly through ITVX on Sky. This includes ITV dramas, documentaries, reality shows, and more.
- Live channels: Watch live streams of ITV’s family of channels, including ITV, ITV2, ITV3, ITV4, and CITV.
- On demand library: Browse thousands of hours of on demand content. ITVX features new shows, classic series, exclusive originals, and box sets.
- Personalisation: Create a free ITVX account to get personalised recommendations based on your viewing history. You can also create watchlists and resume playback across devices.
- 4K HDR streaming: Select titles on ITVX are available to stream in 4K HDR quality for an enhanced viewing experience on compatible Sky Q boxes.
Accessing ITVX on Sky
1. On Sky Q
- From the main Sky Q home screen, use the down arrow on your Sky Q remote to scroll down to the “Apps” section. This is typically located towards the bottom of the home page.
- In the Apps section, you will see the ITVX app icon. It features the ITVX logo on a purple background. Simply select this icon by clicking on it with your remote.
- This will launch the ITVX app. You may now access all of your account features, including watchlists and recommendations if you already have an ITVX account by logging in using your current username and password.
- If you have never used ITVX before, you may sign up for a totally free account right on your Sky Q box. Simply follow the directions on the page to register and log in.
2. On Sky Glass
- Using your Sky Glass remote, select the “Apps” option on the Sky Glass interface. This is also typically located near the bottom of the home screen.
- In the Apps menu, you will see the ITVX app icon. Go ahead and click on it with your remote to open the ITVX app.
- If you already have an ITVX account, sign in here with your info. Otherwise, follow the prompts to create a new account which takes just minutes.
How to Get ITVX on Sky
- Ensure that the internet is connected to your Sky Q or Sky Glass TV. through an Ethernet connection that is inserted into your router or via Wi-Fi.
- Update your Sky software. Go to Settings > System Info > Sky Software Version to manually check for and install any pending updates.
- Find ITVX in your apps or top picks. ITVX now appears alongside other streaming apps like Netflix and Disney+. Simply select it to get started.
- Sign in or create an ITVX account (optional). While not required, signing in gives you personalised recommendations and other benefits.
Browsing for Content on ITVX on Sky
- Home: This main home page showcases featured series, new releases, and timely collections like “Most Popular” or “Now Trending on X.”
- Live: Quickly access live broadcasts from ITV, ITV2, ITV3, and more. A TV guide lets you see what’s on now and coming up later.
- Shows: Browse through different TV shows sorted into genres like drama, comedy, entertainment, and more.
- Box Sets: Find full series available on demand, from classics like Doc Martin to recent hits like Trigger Point.
- Movies: Watch movies like No Time To Die, Jurassic Park, and more. Filter by genre, collection, or theme.
- Sport: Catch up with highlights, analysis, documentaries and other sports programming.
- Kids: Access children’s shows and family entertainment on the dedicated CITV hub.
Conclusion
Users of Sky Q and Sky Glass now have free access to a large library of on-demand, ad-free ITV content thanks to the arrival of ITVX on Sky. It’s incredibly straightforward to browse and stream thousands of hours of episodes, movies, news, and more from ITV’s family of channels thanks to the user-friendly ITVX interface.
Between the live channel streaming, deep on demand library, and account features like personalised recommendations, ITVX is a terrific value-add for Sky customers seeking more entertainment options. Getting set up only takes a few minutes, so Sky subscribers can start enjoying all that ITVX has to offer right away through their Sky Q or Sky Glass boxes. For more information on ITVX on Sky, visit Nowandlive.
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