Sky users would be wise to head to the settings and make a super simple change. With the clocks going back and winter on its way electricity bills will start to rocket but there are some small things that can make a difference to those bills. Buried deep in the Sky Q menu is a useful option that puts this device into a deep slumber while you are sleeping.
It basically means less power is used when everyone in the household is tucked up in bed. Despite energy prices falling in recent months, things still remain extremely expensive so every little can help.
So how do you cut down on the energy your Sky box is using?
You’ll need to activate something called “Eco” mode to reduce power consumption. Sky says that once activated, Eco mode will automatically kick in between 2.30am and 5:45am – that’s the time when the majority of customers aren’t using their devices.
To check if your box is set to Eco Mode simply head to Settings > Setup and select Preferences. Here you’ll find three different standby modes including the option to switch on Eco.
So what happens if you have recordings set during the night? Luckily, Sky has thought about that with Eco mode only becoming active if the box isn’t due to record. If you happen to wake up in the middle of the night and can’t sleep it’s also possible to force the back to come back to life.
Just be aware that it can take a few minutes before everything becomes fully operational so be patient.
Clearly, Eco mode isn’t going to end your electricity bill shock but small changes like this can shave a few pence off your monthly outgoings and it’s well worth switching on if you don’t use your Sky Q device overnight.
Another way to chop down your bills is to take a look at Sky’s Black Friday deals. The tech firm has just announced a batch of offers including a new low price of Sky Stream and Sky Glass.
Both of these devices use the web to beam shows into living rooms so there’s no need for a dish.
HERE ARE ALL THE BLACK FRIDAY SKY DEALS
SKY STREAM • £19 per month (was £26)
INCLUDES: Sky Stream box, over 250 channels and Netflix
CONTRACT: 18 months
SEE THE DEAL HERE
SKY GLASS • £33 per month (was £40)
INCLUDES: Sky Glass, over 250 channels and Netflix
CONTRACT: 18 months
SEE THE DEAL HERE
SKY STREAM + BROADBAND • £36 per month
INCLUDES: Sky Stream box, 60Mbps broadband, over 250 channels and Netflix
CONTRACT: 18 months
SEE THE DEAL HERE
