Sky Glass Gen 2 vs Gen 1 Comparison
What is the Sky Glass Gen 2?
So what’s changed? By taking a deeper dive into the Sky Glass Gen 2 upgrades—from the 4K HDR screen and new Dolby Atmos® soundbar to the new slimmer design—you can see a step change in performance and style which elevates the popular first-gen Sky Glass to the next level.
When it comes to the Sky content platform, Sky OS is the power behind both the earlier model and Sky Glass Gen 2. But, because it’s a self-updating system, it’s constantly evolving to ensure a seamless and up-to-the-minute user experience 24/7.
And Sky Glass Gen 2 set-up is as easy as ever. Simply plug it in, connect to broadband and start streaming.
Design
- Slimmer and more elegantA more refined version of its predecessor, Sky Glass Gen 2 is slimmer, more elegant and comes with a thinner bezel, adding a striking presence to any room.
- Range of colourwaysWith a new range of colourways—Volcanic Grey, Arctic Silver, and Atlantic Blue— it adds an understated touch and seamless integration with modern interiors. The remote and soundbar fascia now also echo the matte aluminium chassis, for a unified look.
- Stand set upThanks to a redesigned assembly, stand set up is simpler than ever with Sky Glass Gen 2. No more screws, just a pronged mechanism that clicks into place in seconds. Prefer it on the wall? The optional mount offers a simple system that tilts, swivels, and sits flush against the wall.
- ConnectedNeed to plug in a console? No problem, as Sky Glass Gen 2 retains the three HDMI ports from the first generation.
Picture Quality
- Upgraded VA LCD panelWith an upgraded VA LCD panel, the picture quality of Sky Glass Gen 2 is unprecedented. The brighter 4K UHD Quantum Dot display delivers crystal-clear detail, while advanced HDR and precision contrast make darks deeper and brights more vivid.
- Wider angleA wider viewing angle and even more immersive display offer a sharper, more accurate and true-to-life picture.
- Tailored viewingSky Glass Gen 2 is smart in every way. It recognises what you’re watching and instantly optimises picture and sound. And with every viewing experience tailored to what’s on screen, shows look exactly as they were created to look.
- Optimal Streaming In addition, every picture mode—entertainment, movies, music, auto, vivid, extra vivid and sport— has been refreshed, to deliver optimal streaming performance. So from the fastest moving blockbusters, edge-of-your-seat Premier League action or the most emotional finales, you can make the most of every moment.
Audio
- Bolder soundSound output has jumped from 215W to 250W total power, meaning Sky Glass Gen 2 offers a richer and bolder 360° cinematic sound.
- Better viewingYou’ll feel the difference every viewing moment. Richer bass, crisper vocals; whatever you’re watching, it all sounds bigger and better.
- More speakersThe sound system now boasts seven speakers compared to six, and comes with a Dolby Atmos® soundbar and additional dual subwoofer built in.
- Feel front rowWhen your team scores, the roar of the crowd wraps around you. Every explosive action scene hits harder. And when watching your favourite artists, every note comes alive like a front row experience.
Features and Special Interface
Sky OS
Like previous generations, Sky Glass Gen 2 runs on the Sky OS platform, the smart software behind Sky’s much-loved TV experience. And with more than 500 new features and updates since it launched, it’s working harder than ever.
All your favourites
Sky OS brings shows from Sky and other streaming apps—such as Netflix, Disney+ and iPlayer—into one place. so you can navigate to what you want to watch faster. It also learns your preferences, curating personalised suggestions based on your viewing habits.
Playlist
With Playlist, you can save your favourites from Sky and across all your apps, ready to watch later. So while there is no hard drive storage for recordings, cloud-based Playlist balances this by automatically saving all shows from a series, even if the show moves across different channels and streaming apps.
Voice control
Thanks to a far-field microphone, voice control is quicker and more accurate than ever. You can search for shows, actors or genres, and control playback - hands-free. You can even add shows to your Playlist with a simple voice command.
Summary
Ultimately, choice is about what’s right for you and your home: your streaming preferences, available space and budget. So explore the Sky Glass range and see which one ticks all the boxes for you.