iTWire has been following Hubbl's news:
- Foxtel announces Hubbl to overcome subscription fatigue with one device to rule them all
- Foxtel announces Hubbl app line-up
- Hubbl pricing and retail partners announced
And now today we have a launch date! The new device will be available from 10 March 2024.
As per previous reports, Hubbl will come in two forms: the Hubbl Hub, a small device that plugs into power and your TV, and Hubbl Glass, a complete TV with the Hubbl smarts built-in.
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The initial line-up of Hubbl services will be:
- Netflix
- Disney+
- Amazon Prime Video
- YouTube
- Apple TV+
- Paramount+
- Kayo Sports
- Stan
- Binge
- Optus Sport
- Flash
- ABC iView
- ABC Kids
- SBS On Demand
- 7Plus
- 9Now
- 10Play
- LifeStyle
All of these are existing services, except for LifeStyle, which is a brand-new streaming app that will launch on the platform.
Additionally, Stan, Optus Sport, and Paramount+ will not be available on day one but will join the platform shortly after launch.
Hubbl claims its platform will make streaming, searching, watching, and subscription management easy.
Hubbl Hub will be available for $99. Hubbl Glass will be available in 55" for $1,595, and 65" for $1,995. Both sizes are available in five colours - anthracite black, ocean blue, racing green, dusky pink, and ceramic white. There is no subscription fee for Hubbl whether you use Hubbl Hub or Hubbl Glass.
Hubbl Glass will be available exclusively from Harvey Norman, while the Hubbl Hub will be available from JB Hi-Fi as well as Harvey Norman.
Hubbl executive director Dani Simpson said, “With 18 global and local apps integrated into the experience, Hubbl will make streaming, searching between apps, watching and subscription management easy. We’re excited to get Australians Hubbl’n from 10 March with a simplified TV and streaming experience.”
“With our nationwide advertising campaign launching on March 10, Hubbl will be unmissable. We want all Australians to know that Hubbl is the solution to streaming fatigue and frustration.”
