In January 2024, ITV will begin a major shift in how its channels are delivered via satellite, with several standard definition (SD) channels set to close as part of a wider move towards high definition (HD) broadcasting. This change will … Continue reading →
The Freesat 4K TV Recorder is designed to do more than just deliver free-to-air television — it also includes full recording functionality, allowing you to pause, rewind, and store live TV via its built-in hard drive. But what happens if … Continue reading →
UKTV has announced a major rebrand that will see its entire network of channels and streaming services unified under a new identity: “U”. The change, which begins rolling out in 2024, is designed to bring together the broadcaster’s wide range … Continue reading →
In December 2023, a significant change is set to affect radio listeners who use their TV platforms, as Bauer Media Group prepares to remove all of its radio stations from Sky, Freesat and Virgin Media. The move, scheduled for 13th … Continue reading →
ITV is continuing its transition to high definition broadcasting, with a new HD channel set to launch on satellite platforms as part of a wider upgrade across its network. The move forms part of ITV’s plan to ensure all of … Continue reading →
If you’ve recently found that GB News is showing a “no signal” message on your satellite receiver, you’re not alone. The issue has affected a number of viewers, particularly those using non-Sky or non-Freesat equipment, and is linked to a … Continue reading →
Freesat viewers may have noticed that several BBC standard definition (SD) channels have disappeared from their TV guide. This change is part of the BBC’s wider plan to phase out SD broadcasting on satellite and move to high definition (HD).
Continue reading →The Freesat 4K set-top box offers a great way to watch free UK TV via satellite, but one of its biggest selling points is access to on-demand services like BBC iPlayer, ITVX, and other catch-up platforms.
Continue reading →With the recent changes to BBC TV channels on satellite, moving from SD to exclusively HD, some people in the Valencia / Costa Blanca North are of Spain (my service area!) are finding that their satellite dish is now too … Continue reading →
Which Freesat box is fastest to set up? Today we show you the results of the set up process for three Freesat HD set top boxes, and which is faster to set up. We race the Manhattan SX Freesat HD … Continue reading →
The recordable 4K UHD box from Freesat has become a go-to solution for viewers who want to record live TV, pause and rewind, and enjoy ultra-HD content. But like all electronic devices that rely on a built-in hard drive, your … Continue reading →
The BBC and ITV will provide live television coverage of the upcoming 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Both broadcasters have now revealed their television schedule and proposed picks for the tournament ahead. The tournament kicks-off … Continue reading →
The Recordable Freesat 4K set top box uses an internal hard drive to enable to you record, pause and playback live TV. Like all hard drives, they can fail. If your Recordable Freesat 4K set top box starts to miss … Continue reading →
There have been some changes for Freesat HD set top box users who watch Channel 4 today (Tuesday 25th April 2023). (Note that these changes were applied to Sky HD boxes a few months earlier.) Prior to todays changes, Freesat … Continue reading →
BBC TV channels are changing in 2023. Are you prepared? In late 2022, the BBC announced that it will be changing its TV channels (see my post from November 2022 here when this was announced) From the early 2023, the … Continue reading →