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Sky Q on Windows Pc

Developed By: Sky UK Limited

License: Free

Rating: 3,6/5 - 5.331 votes

Last Updated: December 25, 2023

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version PR17.6.0
Size 67.2 MB
Release Date December 05, 22
Category Entertainment Apps

App Permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (8)]

What's New:
This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements to improve your experience when using the Sky Q app. [see more]

Description from Developer:
As a Sky Q customer, you’ll be able to enjoy the content you love on your Android device with the Sky Q App.

With Sky Q multiscreen, you can pause a show in one room and pick up t... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Sky Q and install on Windows PC. Sky Q is free Entertainment app, developed by Sky UK Limited. Latest version of Sky Q is PR17.6.0, was released on 2022-12-05 (updated on 2023-12-25). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 1,000,000. Overall rating of Sky Q is 3,6. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 5,331 users, 2 users had rated it 5*, 1 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Sky Q on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Sky Q on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Sky Q on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install Sky Q using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "Sky Q" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Sky Q on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Sky Q" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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As a Sky Q customer, you’ll be able to enjoy the content you love on your Android device with the Sky Q App.

With Sky Q multiscreen, you can pause a show in one room and pick up the action right where you left off on your Android device in another room, using the Sky Q App.

You can also download recordings from your box to your Android device to watch wherever you go, even when you’re not online.

Watching your favourite shows has never been simpler with our brand new interface. Designed for fluid navigation, the Sky Q App shares the same seamless experience as your TV and gives you access to the following:

Home

Find all the best TV, all in one place on your Home screen. From live TV to Catch Up it’s all there ready for you to explore

Recordings

For the first time you can access shows and recordings from your box on your Android device around your home. Find and manage recordings easily without interrupting your viewing experience on the Sky Q App

TV Guide

Browse what’s on TV and set your Sky Q box to record any series or shows using the Sky Q App even if you are away from home

On My Phone/Tablet

Download your Sky Q box recordings and your favourite programmes to your Android device to watch wherever you go, even when you're not online

Catch Up TV

Never miss out on your favourite shows. With the UK’s biggest Catch Up TV service, you can download and watch shows from up to 60 channels

Sky Cinema

Enjoy the latest premieres and classics with Sky Cinema, with a new premiere every day

Sky Box Sets

Discover season after season of the shows everyone’s talking about, with over 350 Box Sets on demand. You can download these directly to your Android device and enjoy the shows you love at the touch of a button

My Photos

Bring friends and family together to share your favourite memories on the big screen with the Sky Q App

Subscription products

If you’re a Sky Cinema or Sky Sports customer, you can also enjoy Movies and Sports through your Sky Q app, meaning you’ll have the year's biggest box office or your favourite sporting events at your fingertips

Help:

If you need help with setting up or using the Sky Q app please visit the Help section on your Sky Q box or go to our online help pages at sky.com/skyqapphelp

FAQs:

Do I need to be a Sky Q customer to use this app?
The Sky Q App is only compatible for Sky Q Customers

Do I need to have a multiscreen subscription to use this app?
The Sky Q app is now available for Sky Q Customers without a multiscreen subscription, but Recordings functionality cannot be accessed

How do I sign in?
To start enjoying the Sky Q app, simply download it to your Android device. To download recordings from your Sky Q box to your Android device or to watch live TV out of the home, sign in to the Sky Q app using your Sky iD

How much does it cost?
The Sky Q app is available to all Sky Q customers at no extra cost

Legals:
Requires Sky Q box, subscription, app and compatible Android device connected to home broadband. Sky Q box, subscription and Sky Q Mini required to watch on another TV screen. Content depends on your subscription. Includes recordings included in your Sky Q channel pack and most free to air channels. Red Button and BBC on demand content unavailable via Sky Q App. Sky Q Hub required. Coverage: Depends on home set-up. Save selected recordings from last 90 days to compatible Android device & app connected to home broadband. Transfer speed depends on device and connection. Viewing limits apply. UK and Ireland only. On Demand: Min recommended broadband speed SD: 2 Mbps & HD: 6Mbps. Downloads count towards usage cap. Downloads may expire from planner. Selected channels/programmes on Catch Up. Further terms apply.
This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements to improve your experience when using the Sky Q app.
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows applications to change Wi-Fi connectivity state.
Allows an application to broadcast sticky intents.
Allows an application to write to external storage.