Mmm... Seems like they've gave up the idea of providing Ultraview software to PVR box users for good. 

NOTE: If you don't know what is Ultraview and Evo, read this: https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...&#entry97119922

Satellite abnormalities like this, is not "once in a blue moon" thing. It is somewhat considered like a disaster already.
Just like MH370 plane that went missing. Do you think that is a "once in a blue moon" thing?

Whether Measat would compensate to Astro due to such disruption or not, is still remain to be seen.
Be it ethical or not, numbers (as in figures in money) is all the care about. The rest, is just strategy.
In other words, they can also argue by saying that they are providing a somewhat solution to customers by offering customers to upgrade to Ultra Box, because it allows viewers to "Continue Watching Online".

If you don't intend to continue subscribing to Astro (continue paying them money) then basically your whatever loyalty means nothing to them. It is a "take it or leave it" scenario. Making noise won't go anywhere one.
Important channels are being recovered first. Those not-so-important or low viewership channels (especially Njoi Free SD channels, Astro TVIQ....) is being de-prioritised in recovering the access channels.

Just wait only la. There's nothing you can do also.

Measat 3 satellite outage
I perform blind scan/search on my satellite receiver earlier. Upon checking, I conclude myself that Astro have successfully recovered ALL SD, HD and UHD channels, thanks to Measat 3b and Measat 3a satellite. 
I recommend you guys to reboot your Astro box for it to refresh the channel list. Reboot as in, unplug the power, wait a few seconds, and then turn it back on.

But if you notice that certain SD/HD channels still has the SCNA message, hmmm, then you probably facing the 11.7-12.75GHz signal conflict issue.
If you know anyone that faces this issue, tell him/her to reply this post and ask a question. I'll try to explain accordingly.
Nope. All 12 of Measat 3 satellite transponders meant for Astro (10982, 11022, 11062, 11102, 11142, 11182, 11482, 11522, 11562, 11602, 11642 and 11682MHz) are still off-air. As you can see, the 'Strength' reading appears 0% on those frequencies mentioned.
   
For HD and PVR box users, if you perform Transponder Scan now (home>Settings>STB Diagnostics>Tuner>press Green button), this is how it should look like. Frequencies that supposed to have signal, is having signal.
For Ulti and Ultra Box user, hmmm there's no way you can perform Transponder Scan like this. If you wonder why, this one better ask those software people in Astro. 

All TV channels that is initially from Measat 3 satellite, appears to be successfully migrated to Measat 3b satellite on another frequency range, which are 11735, 11775, 11815, 11855, 11895, 11935MHz. Astro have never been using these transponder frequencies for general Astro viewers like us (as far as I can remember la). I guess these 6 transponders are reserved for backup purposes only.
Therefore currently, those backup transponders are finally put into good use now, thanks to Measat 3 satellite 🙃
Also, there's 1 additional transponder from Measat 3a which was brought back alive, 12476MHz.

Astro UHD ch780, was from Measat 3a, and then move to Measat 3, and now move back to Measat 3a 
In reference to my previous post on 13 June 2021: https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...ost&p=101274897
Astro UHD ch780 were on 10.7-11.7GHz frequency since 12 June, allowing those minority of Ultra Box users (either using Universal LNB, or building's centralise dish that don't support DCSS) get to enjoy Astro UHD channel 780. The best example, would be caviars
Mmm sadly if you tune to CH780 now, you will see SCNA message again, just like the old days.  On a bright side, at least you got to enjoy Astro UHD ch780 via satellite for about 10 days time (12-21 June 2021) 😁

How about the bitrate for Astro UHD channels now?
Mmmm, not the right time to ask about bitrate stuff laa... But, just for those who interested:
   
NOTE: The TS Capture above is being recorded/captured for the period of exactly 1 minute, hence this is the bitrate graph of all 3 UHD channels for the period of 1 minute.
Only VPID and APID tracks are shown, other PID has been filtered from view.

Channel name	CH No	Video Bitrate	HDR
Astro UHD	780	Constant 15Mbps	No
Astro SuperSport UHD	781	Constant 18.5Mbps	Yes
Astro SuperSport UHD	782	Constant 18.5Mbps	Yes

All 3 UHD channels in one transponder (FEC 3/4) on Measat 3a satellite... I'm kinda concern that the video bitrate is getting lower  What you guys think about the picture quality you see on Astro UHD ch780 now?
Well to be more considerate, because Astro have "lost access" to Measat 3 satellite, the remaining satellite bandwidth they can use now is scarce already. Haih... Mixed feelings indeed. 

Yes. I just realised that too. Only when they have satellite bandwidth constraints, then only they choose not to waste that kind of satellite bandwidth that brings them insignificant financial advantage lol 
And I notice that because of this Measat 3 satellite outage, this is pretty much the very first time I see Astro broadcast team are highly efficient in utilising its available transponder bandwidth 🤣
How so? One of it, is they fill up every TEST/SPARE channels until there is pretty much no more unused 'spare' channel left. Indeed, this is the first time ever in history 🤣🤣

In conclusion, do observe on the picture quality on all HD channels, especially from now on. 

Astro to partner with Netflix???
Market talk is rife that Astro Malaysia will announce its partnership agreement with Netflix "soon", which The Edge understands could be as early as this week.

The Edge also understands that the actual service will not take place immediately after the signing announcement and will be available on the Astro box in a couple of months.

Measat be like: "Oi, what kaput? We are still rectifying the issue on the Measat 3 satellite. Just that it requires more time. As long we haven't declare that it went kaput, then it's not kaput."

Right now, Astro uses Measat 3a and Measat 3b satellite to continue its satellite TV transmission.

Since April 1, 2024.

What is the reason they are saying you are not entitled to tvbanywhere app?

For those who can access to tvbanywhere+ with your assthrow credential now, please screenshot your account tab information at the app as proof later for dispute.

Assthrow has logged off everyone from tvbanywhere+ late March 2024 and many were calling to complaint.
Those who didn't complaint and re-login with assthrow credential for tvbanywhere+ will be removed as way for cost cutting.
Very unethical of them to do so.
That's why you guys who are still have the access to screenshot the access information (logon with assthrow credential) for dispute later.

Other than 4k support/ dolby atmos, performance wise (smoother and less lag) the Ultrabox is better than Ultibox you mean? Do you know the internal spec for both?
It is commonly known that the hardware spec will be better when it supports 4K compared to max Full HD, so yes, it'll be smoother and less lag.
And nope, Astro don't publish its internal specs of their boxes to the public.

Unifi TV uses Android TV OS, but Astro is not. They are still using their own proprietary OS, powered by Linux.

Is there a reason I should stick back to satellite? My current setup is actually using satellite. I mean using internet connection should be better right since no issues with weather, unless of course the internet goes down. Picture quality transmission is similar no?
Short answer is: If they create your order as Plug & Play, which means 100% Internet streaming only, without relying on satellite dish.
The reliability and overall experience of their Plug & Play (Internet streaming) service isn't going to be exactly the same as what you can get today from a satellite dish reception (put aside the weather interruption).

The biggest disadvantage for satellite reception is rain interruption, but when your Ultra/Ulti Box is connected to Internet, you will be given an option to switch to Internet streaming when your box detects no satellite signal (e.g. heavy rain).


However, once you go for Plug & Play, your satellite dish will no longer be used, and will become a useless junk at your rooftop.
If your Internet connection sucks, or Astro's server sucks, then your viewing will be interrupted.
But the good thing is, it is easy to set up, just connect WiFi / LAN cable and you're good to go.

Picture quality transmission is similar no?
Yeah, similar.

Then you just let go for this bullshit?
Why they allowed you to be entitled to tvbanywhere+ when you are not using their new assthrow boxes in the first place?

Wah... Astro making U-turn on TVBAnywhere+ now?

Before 24 April 2024 was:

From 25 April 2024 onwards is:
https://support.astro.com.my/question/what-...-1st-april-2024
Still the same link, but different reply already 

Want to give, but not willing to give all?
If they don't want to continue giving free TVBAnywhere+ to existing subscribers, rather than giving insincere offer where "some can get, some can't", might as well just stop giving it for everyone for good.
Wasting everybody's time. 

Ex-employee package? Resembles Super Pack 3 but minus news channels... For RM95+8% SST per month? Wow... 
How does it work?

So you're saying that every full time Astro employee are entitled to a free Astro subscription that is able to watch almost all channels?
How about streaming apps? Do you get free any free streaming apps from your ex-employee account now?

Since you're an ex-employee of Astro, can share how's the overall experience working there? Is it terrible?