Sky have confirmed to Sky Digi Online that they are planning to launch two new services later this year.

SMS to record programme
This service will give Sky+ customers the ability to send a text message to Sky to record programs for you. This can be done by sending a text message to Sky or by booking a Sky+ recording via Sky by Mobile application.

Launch date: Spring 2006

Add programmes to Sky planner direct from trailer
This new feature will allow Sky customers to add programmes during a programme trailer to the Sky personal planner. By pressing the 'green' button during a trailer, the advertised programme will automatically be added to the personal planner on your Sky Guide.

Launch date: First half of 2006

Both services are currently in testing. Keep it with Sky Digi Online for the latest on these new features.