# Exclusive Content Access Services The Sky+ Streaming Box Will Give Customers Access to Shows Early By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streaming-box References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/sky-gets-new-binge-watching-feature-24-02-2016/) & [corporate.sky](https://corporate.sky.com/media-centre/news-page/2016/update-to-skyplus-makes-box-set-binge-watching-the-nations-favourite-tv-habit-even-easier) [Netflix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-media) has helped to change the face of content and shows by releasing shows entire seasons at a time, which the Sky+ streaming box service is taking into account. Allowing users to download an entire series at once, the Sky+ service also features the ability to watch the next episode without exiting the portal. Many consumers stream content in a manner that can only be described as bingeing; watching episode after episode for hours on end. As such, brands and service providers are looking for ways to implement this capability while still maintaining a balance to keep viewers coming back. The Sky+ streaming box content service will be updated in the UK over the next short while. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Binge-watching:** Opportunity for content providers to release entire seasons at once, catering to consumers' desire to binge-watch. - **Content Streaming:** Opportunity for service providers to offer seamless streaming experiences with features like continuous playback. - **Consumer-demand-driven Content:** Opportunity for brands to align with consumer preferences by exploring ways to provide content access that matches binge-watching habits. ### Who This Affects Most - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for entertainment companies to adapt their content release strategies to cater to binge-watching habits and provide better streaming experiences. - **Technology:** Opportunity for tech companies to develop innovative streaming platforms and devices that enhance binge-watching experiences. - **Media:** Opportunity for media companies to explore new business models that prioritize consumer-demand-driven content access and enhance viewer retention. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fully-Integrated Streaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-media.md) - [AI-Personalized Streaming Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comcast.md) - [Popcorn Dispenser Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-dispenser-billboard.md) - [TV-Themed Music Streaming Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netflix-hub.md) - [New Streaming Service Formats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streaming-services1.md) - [Affordable Streaming Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comcast-2.md) - [All-In-One TV Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-glass-gen-2.md) - [Ultra-Speedy Internet Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-broadband-gigafast.md) - [Customized Streaming Platform Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamberry.md)