Sky+ HD is the brand name of the
HDTV service launched by
Sky plc on 22 May 2006 in the United Kingdom and Ireland to enable high definition channels on
Sky to be viewed. For the first 2 years after launch, the service was branded
Sky HD. The service requires the user to have a Sky+ HD
Digibox and an
HD ready TV. Customers who
pre-ordered by paying a
deposit before 6 April 2006 were the first to receive the service, with installations starting on 21 May 2006.