Dec 3 2021
Channelbox has announced the launch of Stingray CMusic on the Channelbox platform. Freeview TV and mobile app users can now view the Stingray CMusic, a channel dedicated to classical and cinematic music videos. Stingray CMusic makes classical and cinematic music accessible to a wide audience by replacing the traditional long form format with short form […]
Nov 2 2021
Sky is set to release a software update for its new streaming TV just weeks after its launch following complaints from customers about “flickering” screens. The pay-TV giant unveiled Glass last month in an attempt to put Sky at the forefront in the global battle for eyeballs, but the rollout has encountered startup issues. Sky […]
Oct 22 2021
Amending our rules on creating slots for public service channels, and allocating LCNs to IP-delivered channels from Freeview Play Core Players We have now concluded our consultation on amending our rules on creating slots for PSB channels, and allocating LCNs to IP-delivered channels from Freeview Play Core Players. On creating slots for PSB channels, we […]
Oct 12 2021
Freesat, the UK’s free to view satellite TV service, has announced that the home of classic TV, That’s TV Gold, is now available on channel 178. That’s TV Gold showcases entertainment, music and films from the 60s to today. The channel’s line-up features iconic programming of yesteryear with legendary comedy heroes such as The Tommy […]
Sep 16 2021
News UK announced earlier today that it will launch talkTV in early 2022. The new channel will be made widely available and will include a schedule of exciting new shows and televised content from the existing stable of News UK brands. Other new shows for talkTV and details of where the channel will be available […]
Sep 8 2021
Arqiva’s Bilsdale Service Restoration Update – Arqiva Chief Executive to meet local leaders and community groups as latest new transmitter comes online at Sutton Bank – Around 500,000 households now returned to a Freeview coverage area – Arqiva will be meeting local organisations to discuss support for the most vulnerable affected North Yorkshire, UK, 08 […]
Sep 8 2021
Paris, 8 September 2021 – Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) confirms the closing of its $550m equity investment in OneWeb announced on April 27, 2021. Subject to completion of the subsequently announced investments in OneWeb by Bharti and Hanwha, Eutelsat will hold a 17.6% stake. Rodolphe Belmer, Chief Executive Officer of Eutelsat, said: “We are […]
Sep 3 2021
ESA Member States have agreed upon the boundary conditions for Europe’s upcoming exploitation of Ariane 6 and Vega-C and request ESA to propose a roadmap for new and innovative space transportation solutions for the next decade and a framework for associated short cycle demonstrations. he Resolution agreed upon by ESA Member States mid-August sets the […]
Sep 2 2021
Germany has approved the siting of a rocket-launching vessel in the North Sea. The platform could launch small to medium-sized satellites into orbit. The news emerged at a ceremony in Berlin and where the German Offshore Spaceport Alliance (GOSA) welcomed the commitment. The Vision We want to simplify the access to space Germany profits from […]
Aug 20 2021
On 10th August, there was a fire at the Bilsdale transmitter which disrupted signal to many households. Since 11th August, engineers have been able to restore some signal to hundreds of thousands of homes across the region by installing temporary transmitter towers at Eston Nab and Arncliffe Wood. As a result, more areas are now […]
Aug 17 2021
TV lovers can enjoy popular shows such as Love Island and emerging comedy on E4 and Dave for free into the next decade, as ministers extend the licences to operate the platform used to broadcast Freeview. Ministers decide Freeview platform will be supported until at least 2034 Public service and commercial broadcasters can continue to […]
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
Dec 8 2021
Channel 4 HD back on Freesat
London 8th December, 2021 – In time for the festive period, Freesat is pleased to offer customers a host of new Channel 4 channels from Wednesday 8th December. Leading the line-up is the anticipated and welcome return of Channel 4 HD (126), along with a host of music channels with Box Hits (501), Box Christmas […]
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By Expat • Channel 4, Freesat • Tags: Channel 4 HD, Kerrang, Kiss, Magic, The Box