What is foxtel iqhd

Please try again later. The Sydney Morning Herald. By Adam Turner September 28, — 7. Save Log in , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Normal text size Larger text size Very large text size. License this article. When programming the iQ2 to record certain shows, you were able to make a decision on whether you wanted to record in HD or SD, saving or using the scarce HDD recording space. For movies, we found it very easy to get overly excited and lined up a lot of HD movies to come back to and watch when you have the time, but you would soon see your available disc drive space running low.

The channels looked good too, and record quality was very good, with few artifacts getting in the way of enjoying the content. The interface had not changed a lot since the original iQ, but this was not an issue since it still worked well.

Other improvements gave you a few options for picture in picture and for viewing single channels in a much simpler to read way. The search tool needed some work — learning from usability tricks for how we search and explore the internet would help turn search into a more functional feature of the Foxtel iQ2.

We found the occasional program disappeared from the series link recordings, and this has got to be one of the most frustrating issues one could face when putting your trust in a DVR. We definitely found this important for a service with such a broad range of channels and shows. It was too easy to simply not notice a show you might like to watch, and if you were home, you might rather be watching something than browsing channels.

We liked being able to browse and then set shows to record while out and about, it definitely added more value when you returned and the time you spent in front of the TV. You would only have access to the shows from the channels in the package you had subscribed to.

You can purchase a Foxtel iQ2 remote off eBay or Kogan these days. The Foxtel iQ2 remote control for its day is quite sophisticated, with an ergonomic design, glossy, and is black. When you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Foxtel iQHD is very difficult to separate from a discussion of the entire Foxtel service , but let's try.

The slender black box measures in at 6cm tall, with basic controls and indicator lights on the front, so it slots nicely into most home entertainment setups. During installation, the technicians are careful about not sitting this onto or under other components. Whether that's a question of keeping the breathing space around the Foxtel iQHD box or just being concerned citizens for other boxes, we never had a problem while testing, even when we did shuffle other boxes on and under the iQHD.

The remote is as it has been for many years now. If you're new to the remote, it can seem overwhelming, but you'll quickly make sense of the layout and it's navigation system for menus, channels and volume, plus your DVR controls for live and recorded viewing. Digital audio out is also supported in both coaxial and optical forms. The box also includes USB, though there is no current supported use. Ethernet must be physically connected to your home network, but the installers did supply a pair of Ethernet over Power adapters to bridge the gap from our home entertainment system to the router.

The service offers a mix of p and i HD content, and today, there is a wide selection of HD channels to choose from. We count 25 HD channels right now, with special event channels like the amazing eight HD channels of London Olympics coverage and On Demand viewing selections adding to the HD mix.

The Foxtel iQHD box allows for recording of two shows at once, while watching a third live show at the same time. Having both HD and SD versions of channels is an excellent practical advantage. When setting iQ to record certain programs, you can make a call on whether you want something in HD or SD, saving or splurging on available HDD space, accordingly.

For films, we found it is easy to get excited and queue up a bunch of HD flicks to come back to when you have the time, but you'll soon feel your available drive space running out. By Foxtel's estimates, you are saving around 3x storage when you choose SD instead of HD, which will make a difference when you're suddenly staring at less than 20 per cent on the meter.

Be sure to ask for the 1TB to force the issue with that better model.