Channel 5 Moves to DVB-S2 on UK Satellite Platform
Channel 5 has updated one of its UK satellite transmissions, meaning older SD satellite receivers will no longer be able to receive the channel.
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The Real Cost of Losing the BBC if it Disappeared Tomorrow
The BBC has been part of British life for more than 100 years. It informs, entertains and educates millions of people every day through television, radio, online services and international broadcasting. Yet few organisations generate as much debate.
Continue reading →Sky’s New World Cup Fix for Streaming Delays
One of the biggest frustrations for sports fans using streaming television is the delay between the live action and what appears on screen. During major events such as the FIFA World Cup, it can mean hearing neighbours celebrating a goal … Continue reading →
Freesat 4K TV Boxes Get May 2026 Update
Freesat 4K TV boxes have started to receive a new software update, released on the 5th May 2026. The update applies to both the Freesat 4K TV Box and the Freesat Recordable 4K TV Box.
Continue reading →Freesat 4k Recorder Axed But New Manhattan Box Keeps Freesat Alive
The recent disappearance of Freesat 4K recording boxes has sparked concern among satellite TV users. With models made by Arris quietly disappearing from retailers, many have been asking the same question: Is Freesat dead?
Continue reading →Channel 5 Drops SD on UK Satellite Sky and Freesat
The UK broadcaster Channel 5 is closing the standard definition (SD) satellite version of its main channel, moving to HD-only distribution on both Sky and Freesat.
Continue reading →BBC iPlayer To Be Removed From Some Freesat Boxes
For long-time Freesat viewers, January 2026 marks another significant step in the slow decline of the once-favourite Humax HDR-1100S receiver. BBC iPlayer is being removed from the box, following a steady withdrawal of support for older Humax-made Freesat models over … Continue reading →
Here’s What the New Update Adds to your Freesat 4K TV Box
After a software update last month ( Freesat Software Update Sept 2025 ) Freesat have recently said that their Freesat 4K TV Boxes will get another update on or from the 13th October 2025. So after making sure our Freesat … Continue reading →
UK TV Channels on Astra 2 Satellites – What Free Channels Are Available
This is a full channel scan for the free to air channels available on the Astra 2 satellites, providing UK TV via Freesat, Sky, and free to air satellite receivers.
Continue reading →Freesat 4K TV Boxes get software update
This morning, 16th September 2025, Freesat 4K TV boxes, both the recording and non recording versions, started to receive the latest software update.
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