Sky has announced a channel shake-up that will see Sky Cinema Animation (channel 312) merge with Sky Cinema Family from April 30. The move is intended to simplify the service by creating a single destination for family-friendly films on channel 304.
After the merger, viewers will find titles such as the Shrek series, The Secret Life of Pets, Smurfs, How to Train Your Dragon, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, and Wicked all in one place. Sky has confirmed that all content previously shown on Sky Cinema Animation will continue to be available through Sky Cinema Family.
While the standalone Sky Cinema Animation channel is being removed, it will temporarily return during school holiday periods. It will be available from July 24 to August 30, October 23 to November 1, and December 1 to January 5.
In other news, Sky has entered the home security market with the launch of new smart devices. Customers can sign up for a Sky Smart Doorbell and Chime for £5 per month, with a £15 upfront cost. The system includes full HD video recording, instant mobile alerts, customisable activity zones, two-way audio, and 30 days of cloud video storage.
For those wanting extra features, Sky is offering a Smart Home Bundle with Smart Home Plan+ for £8 per month and a £20 upfront fee. This package adds an indoor camera and extra app controls, including scheduled arming and automatic device modes.
