The Foxtel Footy Channel

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

Would be because Xbox live which is the consoles online content has a contract with foxtel to show their programming. Naturally you would need an Xbox to play this...and offers Xbox a point of difference to say the PS3.

[daisycutter 29,797]

Would be because Xbox live which is the consoles online content has a contract with foxtel to show their programming. Naturally you would need an Xbox to play this...and offers Xbox a point of difference to say the PS3.

ah! thanks stinga

[rpfc 28,843]

Would be because Xbox live which is the consoles online content has a contract with foxtel to show their programming. Naturally you would need an Xbox to play this...and offers Xbox a point of difference to say the PS3.

What is your data plan? And how quick is your dowload speed? And do you have wifi?

If you answered - 300/500GB a month, 1MB a second, and yes then go ahead and get foxtel on your xbox.

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

I don't have this...so i cant say how well it works...but i am considering it.

If you are with Telstra I assume it is unmetered so won't cont towards your download. And I would also assume that ADSL2 would be sufficient for playback...though if you had multiple users on your network at the same time you may run into some bandwidth issues. But has some promise and seems reasonable value.

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

Also as long as you get good reception from your wifi where the xbox would sit, most wifi set ups should cope with this.

[rpfc 28,843]

I don't have this...so i cant say how well it works...but i am considering it.

If you are with Telstra I assume it is unmetered so won't cont towards your download. And I would also assume that ADSL2 would be sufficient for playback...though if you had multiple users on your network at the same time you may run into some bandwidth issues. But has some promise and seems reasonable value.

You are making a number of assumptions here.

I would call up the great evil (Telstra) and ask whether it is unmetered.

[Dr. Gonzo 24,368]

What is your data plan? And how quick is your dowload speed? And do you have wifi?

If you answered - 300/500GB a month, 1MB a second, and yes then go ahead and get foxtel on your xbox.

If you answered yes to 1MB/S you probably already have telstra bigpond anyway so it should be unmetered usage. For the record I just got bigpond set up with 80mbps, wifi and will probably be getting foxtel also - I could do without it (I just download everything these days) but the missus wants it for the entertainment & other channels so getting a 24 hour footy channel is an added bonus for me.

[old55 23,800]

I would call up the great evil (Telstra) and ask whether it is unmetered.

I'd rather go to jail than call Telstra customer service.

http://www.telstra.com.au/abouttelstra/media-centre/announcements/UBERSTAGING_073895

Telstra customers will enjoy unmetered access to games streamed live over the Telstra Next G® network or to the Telstra T-Box. More information on availability and pricing will be provided closer to the start of the 2012 season.

My wife has a Telstra iPhone - I'll take it into a Telstra shop when the pre-season cup is on and get them to show me how to make it work.

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

You are making a number of assumptions here.

I would call up the great evil (Telstra) and ask whether it is unmetered.

Was just letting you know my thoughts based on reasonable assumptions...i just havent got around to checking yet...Obviously you would need to clear these things up before proceeding.

The Telstra unmetered logo was on the foxtel Xbox live page provided by Rhett - hence the assumption...perhaps Rhett could clear up for us.

Also it would be fair to assume that they wouldn't offer this product if it didn't work throught most ADSL2 services. But again I haven't used it myself so can't confirm for you. Is there anyone that uses this that can give some feedback?

I would be surprised though if all of that didnt check out.

[daisycutter 29,797]

I don't have this...so i cant say how well it works...but i am considering it.

If you are with Telstra I assume it is unmetered so won't cont towards your download. And I would also assume that ADSL2 would be sufficient for playback...though if you had multiple users on your network at the same time you may run into some bandwidth issues. But has some promise and seems reasonable value.

There is ADSL2+ and ADSL2+. Effective bandwidth can vary from <5mbs to the max of 24mbs depending on distance from xchange and line quality

That's NOT taking into account server speed/capacity, backend network capacity/congestion and as you said whether the home interface is shared,

It can also be greatly affected by what video format/compression rate(codec) it is converted to for broadband transmission by the server

I'd like to see some recommended parameters first rather than broadbrush ADSL2 statements

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

There is ADSL2+ and ADSL2+. Effective bandwidth can vary from <5mbs to the max of 24mbs depending on distance from xchange and line quality

That's NOT taking into account server speed/capacity, backend network capacity/congestion and as you said whether the home interface is shared,

It can also be greatly affected by what video format/compression rate(codec) it is converted to for broadband transmission by the server

I'd like to see some recommended parameters first rather than broadbrush ADSL2 statements

Of course. I thought it would be obvious that you would need to clarify these things based on your own circumstances and the connection you get at your particular location.

I am simply saying there is enough in it for me to merit further investigation.

[daisycutter 29,797]

Of course. I thought it would be obvious that you would need to clarify these things based on your own circumstances and the connection you get at your particular location.

I am simply saying there is enough in it for me to merit further investigation.

Fair enough stinga. Was just clarifying it as much for others who might just think having adsl2+ was good enough

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

Fair enough stinga. Was just clarifying it as much for others who might just think having adsl2+ was good enough

No problem DC.

I did some more looking around and there is a FAQ section.

It seems you need a 2mbps minimum for this to work. Though I would still be looking for some feedback from someone who has used it first hand. But I did a speed test on my connection and got over 10mbps so should be ok.

Also the FAQ confirms it is unmetered with Telstra. I am with internode who I really like but will have to look at Telstra now if i go down this path...much to my displeasure!

Here is the link

http://www.foxtel.com.au/xbox/faqs/default.htm

[rbartlett 3]

If you click on s-t-i-n-g-a above link , it takes you to a very good FAQ which answers the unmetered queries, and internet requirements.

Cheers

Rhett Bartlett

[rbartlett 3]

Some information that has come to hand, which may be of interest to FOXTEL subscribers.

I believe that AFL games for the 2012 season will be able to downloaded free , in SD, to your internet connected iQ box , 12 hours after they are broadcast on FOXTEL.

(If you are on BigPond, they will also be unmetered).

Games will be available for a 7 day period, to download.

Once downloaded, you will have a game for 28 days in your iQ box

The functionality will be rolled out from Jan 17th and games will be available for download soon.

I will post further information once it comes to hand.

Cheers

Rhett Bartlett.

[Jack son 5 162]

Does anyone find this strange.

Telstra cannot stream live AFL games. But yet they are offering Microsoft customers free streaming for live AFL games.

[daisycutter 29,797]

Does anyone find this strange.

Telstra cannot stream live AFL games. But yet they are offering Microsoft customers free streaming for live AFL games.

I don't find anything Telstra do is strange, just par-for-the-course

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

Does anyone find this strange.

Telstra cannot stream live AFL games. But yet they are offering Microsoft customers free streaming for live AFL games.

Telstra will provide live coveage through your mobile at a fee.

Mictosoft do not provide this service for free, you have to subscribe to foxtel through Xbox live.

It is foxtel that have the contract to stream live over the Internet.

You can get live steaming on your Telstra tbox...but again you have a subscription to foxtel through this.

[DeeVoted 583]

Came across this forum ages ago, some interesting discussions

and comments to read through.

Draw your own conclusions but some may find it helpful

http://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/1644960#

[Allen Jakovich 516]

Hello there.

This page is from FOXTEL's website - and may help regarding Xbox packaging / pricing queries.

http://www.foxtel.co...ges/default.htm

Cheers

Rhett

FOXTEL Employee

Opinions my own

Hi Rhett,

After reading this post of yours, I signed up for Foxtel on Xbox, believing that the "afl" channel included on the standard pack would be showing all afl games this year, and then I found this information on the Foxtel website:

http://www.foxtel.com.au/shop/get-foxtel/sports/afl/default.htm

which claims "

The new channel (Fox Footy) will be included in the Sports Channel Pack at no extra charge for residential subscribers."

Which suggests I will have to upgrade to the Sports Pack to receive this new channel. I'm hoping I haven't been misled.

[rbartlett 3]

Hello Allan.

From what I can see, the first link I posted was for FOXTEL through Xbox. The second link you have attached on your message is for FOXTEL through a set top box (ie: Cable / Satellite)

As such they are two different broadcasts style, and as such have different package structures.

Cheers

Rhett

[s-t-i-n-g-a 439]

Are you able to confirm the AFL will be part of the standard package for Xbox for season 2012 and we won't need to purchase the sports package?

Appreciate your efforts on here!

[rbartlett 3]

Hey s-t-i-n-g-a (and for those who have enquired in previous posts),

The Xbox information, relating to the AFL, will be released on Feb 1.

Cheers

Rhett

Edited January 20, 2012 by rbartlett

[Whispering_Jack 30,947]

Another suggestion, if possible, would be the re-inclusion of "Last time they met" in the lead up to the round.

Rhett,

If Foxtel is considering re-introducing "Last Time they Met" could I humbly suggest you wait until after Saturday, 5 May, 2012 before doing so.

Geelong v Melbourne @ Skilled Stadium on 30 July, 2011 is not a good look.

[DemonOX 8,817]

If you click on s-t-i-n-g-a above link , it takes you to a very good FAQ which answers the unmetered queries, and internet requirements.

Cheers

Rhett Bartlett

Hi Rhett

If you already have all the fox channels (except for HD) will the AFL channel be included for the same cost?

Cheers