Fubo Just Secretly Upgraded Your HD Quality
Fubo Just Made Your Sports Streams Look Way Better: Here’s What You Need to Know
The Big News in Simple Terms
Fubo has upgraded its Fox Sports and ESPN channels from 720p to 1080p resolution. Think of it like switching from regular glasses to a sharper prescription—everything looks crisper, clearer, and more detailed.
Important Callout: This upgrade applies to ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, and FS2—the channels you watch for football, basketball, soccer, and more. If you’re a Fubo subscriber with these channels in your plan, you’re already getting the better picture!
Why This Matters for Sports Fans
The Numbers Behind the Upgrade
| Resolution | Pixels (Width × Height) | Total Pixels | What It Means |
|---|---|---|---|
| 720p (Old) | 1,280 × 720 | ~921,600 | "Standard HD" |
| 1080p (New) | 1,920 × 1,080 | ~2,073,600 | Over 2× sharper! |
What You’ll Actually See
- Finer details on fast-moving plays (the spin of a football, the seams on a baseball)
- Crystal-clear score graphics and stats overlays—no more squinting at tiny text
- Sharper player uniforms, facial expressions, and sideline action
- Less pixelation on big TVs or when sitting close to the screen
- Smoother camera pans during soccer, hockey, and motorsports
How Did This Happen? (The Disney Connection)
Here’s where it gets interesting: Disney now owns a majority stake in Fubo (after combining it with Hulu + Live TV). Since Disney also owns ESPN, there are two possible explanations:
- Native 1080p feeds — Disney sends Fubo a true 1080p signal straight from the source
- AI upscaling — Fubo uses smart technology to "fill in the gaps" and turn 720p into 1080p
We don’t know for sure which method they’re using, but either way, your eyeballs win!
Who Gets This Upgrade?
All Fubo subscribers whose plans include ESPN/FS1 channels
Works on all supported devices: smart TVs, streaming sticks, phones, tablets, computers
Pairs perfectly with multi-view (watching 4 games at once) and cloud DVR (recording games)
What You Need for the Best Experience
Minimum Internet Speed
- 10 Mbps or higher for smooth 1080p streaming
- Most home internet plans easily exceed this
Data Usage
- Modest increase vs. 720p (more pixels = more data)
- Still very manageable for typical home internet caps
Why This Is Happening Now
The Streaming Industry Evolution
- Old days: 720p was "good enough" to save bandwidth
- Today: Better compression tech + faster internet = 1080p is practical
- Competition: Rivals like YouTube TV already offer higher resolutions
- Consumer expectations: We all have 4K TVs now—we want better picture!
Fubo’s Sports-Focused Strategy
This upgrade is part of Fubo’s push to be the sports streaming destination:
- Major broadcast networks (in many markets)
- Dedicated sports channels (ESPN, FS1, etc.)
- Now with better everyday picture quality
- Plus 4K for select big events on higher tiers
Quick Setup Checklist
- Check your plan — Ensure you have ESPN/FS1 channels
- Update your app — Latest Fubo app on your device
- Test your speed — Run a speed test (need 10+ Mbps)
- Watch a game — Notice the difference on a live broadcast!
- Record with DVR — Save games in the new sharper quality
Summary
Fubo has doubled the pixel count on its most-watched sports channels (ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, FS2) from 720p to 1080p. This means:
- Sharper, more detailed sports action
- Clearer graphics and text
- Better experience on modern TVs
- No extra cost for existing subscribers
- Works across all your devices
Whether it’s coming from Disney’s native feeds or smart AI upscaling, the result is the same: your sports look better than ever on Fubo.
FAQ
Do I need to do anything to get 1080p?
Nope! The upgrade is automatic. Just make sure your Fubo app is updated and you have decent internet (10+ Mbps).
Will this use way more data?
Only a modest increase. 1080p uses roughly 2× the data of 720p, but modern compression keeps it reasonable. Most home internet plans won’t even notice.
What if I have a 4K TV?
Great news! Your TV will upscale the 1080p signal to 4K, and starting from 1080p (vs. 720p) gives it a much better foundation. You’ll see a noticeable improvement.
Are all Fubo channels now 1080p?
Not yet. This upgrade specifically covers ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, and FS2. Other channels may still be 720p, though select major events are available in 4K on premium plans.
Is Fubo now better than cable/satellite for picture quality?
For these channels, yes! Many cable/satellite providers still deliver ESPN/FS1 in 720p. Fubo’s 1080p streams now match or exceed traditional TV quality for everyday sports viewing.