Since Foxtel announced its latest foray into the world of streaming devices, details have been scarce. Which apps will it include? How much will it cost? Now, closer to launch, Foxtel has confirmed the 18 apps that are coming to its Hubbl platform.
Late last year, Foxtel revealed Hubbl, the company’s answer to streaming fatigue in a market flooded with different services. Sitting alongside existing streaming devices like Fetch TV, the upcoming ecosystem consists of two devices: the Hubbl Hub streaming box, and a Hubbl Glass TV with built-in streaming functionality.
Heavy-hitters like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video headline the international streaming apps available at launch, alongside YouTube and Apple TV+. Every major Australian free-to-air broadcast video on demand (BVOD) app is coming too, including ABC iView and SBS On Demand.
As expected, Foxtel’s own Kayo Sports, Binge, and Flash join the party, so you can get your sports, drama, and news fix in one place. Not every app confirmed will be live on day one, however. Stan, Optus Sport, and Paramount+ are coming “soon after launch”.
Alongside Hubbl, Foxtel is launching a new streaming app called “LifeStyle”. As the name suggests, it revolves around lifestyle content, which could include shows like Gogglebox Australia and Grand Designs Australia.
Every app coming to Hubbl confirmed
As confirmed by Foxtel, these are the streaming apps available on Hubbl either at launch or shortly after:
- Netflix
- Disney+
- Prime Video
- YouTube
- Apple TV+
- Paramount+
- Kayo Sports
- Stan
- Binge
- Optus Sport
- Flash
- ABC iView
- ABC Kids
- SBS On Demand
- 7plus
- 9Now
- 10 Play
- Lifestyle
While the existing Foxtel IQ5 device is for pay-TV subscribers, Hubbl promises to untether the company’s hardware from its subscription services in favour of a streaming app-agnostic approach. In addition to Fetch, Australia has multiple streaming device options beyond connected smart TVs. Hardware like the Apple TV, Amazon’s Fire TV Stick, and Google Chromecast also provide streaming solutions for existing TVs.
More details about Hubbl, including the release date and price, haven’t been announced yet. We’re expecting official information soon, including specifics about Hubbl Glass, described as being a “world-class TV” with a “high-quality built-in soundbar”.
I have kayo do I have down load hubbl or stay with kayo
Hi Stephen, you can stay with Kayo. Hubbl is a new device coming out that will host multiple streaming apps from different companies, so your existing subscription will continue to work as normal.
It looks a mess. There are apps, there are channels – I mean wasn’t Binge what Foxtel was moving all its heavy hitters (ie HBO anythin) there? What’s the draw would you say?
I’d say the main draw is for anyone who doesn’t already have a dedicated streaming device wanting an all-in-one place for all their apps. It’s a highly competitive landscape though, with Apple TV, Fetch, Fire TV, and Chromecast already occupying the space. Arguably the biggest point of difference is the Hubbl Glass TV offering a local alternative to the TVs in the US that are built for streaming (Roku, built-in Fire TV, et al). Interesting to see what the uptake will be!
Will the Foxtel Go app become available on Hubbl?
Not sure at this stage. I suspect not, because Hubbl is Foxtel’s attempt at moving away from its legacy “Foxtel” branding.
Hi is the Plex App coming to Hubbl?
Not that I know of, but it could come in the future.
Do you know if they have plans to launch an iOS app ?? Would be good to be able to carry this new “experience” across devices.
Also – looks like it has multiple user profiles… a plus over Apple TV maybe. Each user password protected ??
I would be surprised if they launch an app on other platforms, because I think Hubbl is designed to get people to invest in Foxtel’s ecosystem. Perhaps later on once they’ve established a foothold.
As for user profiles, I’m unsure about passwords but I do know there are parental controls that let you set up a PIN code to lock access to certain content.