New ITVX Channel Streams Absolutely Spellbinding Footage of Earth... Forever

Original story by: Slashdot.org Last updated: Oct 17, 2025

Context: In an oversaturated media landscape, a new channel called "Space Live" has launched on ITVX. This channel offers a unique viewing experience, broadcasting live footage from the International Space Station (ISS).
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Detailed Summary:
- Space Live is described as a world first, featuring live 4K footage from the ISS.
- ITV has partnered with British space media company Sen for this project, utilizing their SpaceTV-1 camera system.
- The channel provides three camera perspectives: views of the station's docking ports, a horizon view showcasing sunrises and storms, and a downward-facing camera showing the Earth as the ISS orbits.
- A real-time tracker indicates the ISS's location, and an AI feed offers geographical and weather facts.
- While NASA has streamed ISS footage previously, Space Live is presented as a more visually enhanced and engaging experience with higher quality footage and a continuous, soothing soundtrack.
- The initial viewing experience is described as spellbinding, though it can also evoke simultaneous feelings of awe and boredom.