Sky to launch 3D TV in April

The next generation of television will take to the airwaves in April when Sky launches its first 3D TV channel.

The broadcaster today confirmed it would unveil Sky 3D with the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea on April 3rd.

Sky said it would show a further five Premier League games before the end of the season, but the planned broadcasts have yet to be announced. It will also be used to show the Coca-Cola Football League play-off finals at the end of May.

Sky 3D will also offer movies, sport, documentaries, entertainment and arts content later this year and will be available to customers who subscribe to Sky's HD pack.

The broadcaster said more than 1,000 pubs and clubs across the UK and Ireland have signed up for Sky 3D.

New televisions compatible with the service are expected to go on sale from this month.