Sky Glass TVs launched in 2021 and have completely revolutionized the TV-watching experience in the UK. Users no longer need a satellite dish or set-top box to receive Sky TV channels, as Sky Glass offers an all-in-one streaming solution.
Of course, with something as revolutionary as this, there are many questions about who makes the TVs. Below is a detailed look at the manufacturers of Sky Glass TVs, along with other interesting details about their production.
Who owns the Sky Glass TV brand?
The Sky Glass TV brand is owned by Sky Group Ltd. (popularly known as just “Sky”), a British media and telecommunications conglomerate. It is the largest pay-TV company in Europe, with operations in the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Sky Group Ltd is owned by American media company Comcast, which acquired the UK conglomerate for $40 billion in 2018.
Sky launched the Sky Glass in 2021 to offer an all-in-one Sky streaming solution, replacing traditional satellite dishes and set-top boxes used with the Sky pay-TV service.
Who makes Sky Glass TVs?
Sky Glass TVs are made by TP Vision, Sky’s hardware partner, based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
TP Vision is a subsidiary of TPV Technology Limited, a multinational Chinese manufacturing company based in Hong Kong, primarily famous for manufacturing computer monitors.
TP Vision was formed in 2011 as a joint venture between TPV Technology and Philips. However, in 2014, Philips transferred all of its shares in the venture to TPV, making it a wholly owned subsidiary of TPV Technology.
Besides Sky Glass, TP Vision is also famous for manufacturing, branding, and selling Philips consumer electronic products, including Smart TVs, hospitality TVs, sound products, professional displays, and LED walls.
What is Sky’s role in Sky Glas TV manufacturing?
TP Vision may be the company that makes Sky Glass, but Sky still plays a critical role in its production.
While TP Vision is responsible for the TV’s hardware, Sky handles the design, with the TV’s overall concept created by the company’s internal creative team.
Additionally, once TP Vision has manufactured the panels, Sky is responsible for the software component (Sky OS) and for integrating Sky content and other streaming services into the panel.
Lastly, Sky is the outfit that brands, markets, and sells the Sky Glass TVs in the United Kingdom.
Other parties involved in making Sky Glass
Besides TP Vision and Sky, other parties are also involved in the making of Sky Glass TVs.
For example, Sky partnered with Map Project Office, a design agency, which helped create the chassis for Sky Glass. Another design agency, Venturethree, was also responsible for creating Sky Glass TV’s brand, including its unique color palette.
Regarding hardware, while TP Vision is responsible for manufacturing the panels, some components are sourced from third parties.
For example, Sky Glass TV units are powered by the Amlogic T962 chipsets. The chips are designed by Amlogic, a fabless semiconductor company based in the United States; however, they are manufactured by overseas third-party companies.
Are Sky Glass TVs any good?
Sky Glass is considered generally suitable for everyday entertainment.
The Sky Glass TVs feature 4K Quantum Dot panels that deliver more vibrant colors, higher brightness, and more vivid images.
Audio is another area where the Sky Glass TV performs well, with the Gen 2 mode featuring a 7-speaker system in a 3.1.2-channel arrangement powered by Dolby Atmos, offering an immersive sound experience.
Sky Glass TV’s OS is also well-received, with many people finding it smooth and easy to use. The fact that it offers Sky TV without any other device is also a huge plus.
Additionally, Sky OS offers several features, including content aggregation and personalization, voice control via microphones built into the TV panels, and image and sound enhancement.
Of course, Sky Glass TV does not compare to high-end TV models from premium brands like Samsung and LG, which boast of superior picture technologies. Furthermore, the brand is limited in its gaming features.
However, Sky Glass TV features are decent enough, and it can be worth it for users within the Sky ecosystem who want an all-in-one streaming solution.