Oct 1 2013
Pay-TV provider Sky has confirmed that it will be adding 12 new channels, including Discovery, TLC, E!, Star, Watch, GOLD, Dave, Alibi, Cartoon Network, Boomerang, Cartoonito and Sky News, to its catch-up services before the end of the year. The broadcaster is also expanding its Sky Box Set Collections, available for Sky+ HD box and […]
May 24 2012
Despite the growing popularity of on-demand services, live TV is still favoured by the vast majority of the British public for some programming. An exclusive poll from Digital Spy received over 3,300 responses, with 75% saying that they like to watch at least some of their TV live. 21.9% of those questioned said that they […]
May 22 2012
Channel 4’s bold new channel aimed at reinventing catch-up television will launch on all the main UK digital television platforms on July 4, it has been confirmed. In March, Channel 4 chief executive David Abraham announced 4seven, a new network which will allow viewers to recap on the Channel 4 shows that have caused the […]
Apr 18 2012
UK consumers view catch up TV player services as the most appealing TV technology, according research conducted by Freeview ahead of this year’s Olympics. The survey of 2,000 people suggested that what consumers want most are technologies that enhance current television viewing behaviour and give the viewer a more personalised experience. When asked to rank […]
Channel launches and updates on Freeview
ITV announces closure of CITV
BBC switch from SD to HD on satellite
Joint UK/international BBC News service from March
Loss of channels on Freesat 4K TV Boxes after a reset
Digital UK becomes “Everyone TV”
Rollout of BBC One HD for the English regions
ITVX launch month delivers 55% increase in ITV’s streaming viewing and 65% increase in online users
New Broadcast 2040+ researchBBC to switch off all SD satellite channels
Nov 13 2013
ITV launches European catch-up platform
ITV plc has launched a new on-demand service for expats and holidaymakers abroad, which will give them access to episodes of Coronation Street and Emmerdale. The new service, ITV Essentials, offers a 30 day catch-up window and ad-free viewing for a monthly subscription of €5.49. Viewers can choose from a recurring monthly subscription if they […]
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By Expat • UK Media News • Tags: catch-up, ITV, ITV Essentials, on-demand, VOD