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Freeview EPG Update December 2024
I know it's a little early in the month, but the December Freeview update has landed! I have a sneaky suspicion they're going to roll out multiple updates this month and that's why there's a little one as early as this. This channel update is very small, so let's dive right in: Freeview Channels Moving December 2024 Tiny Pop The Tiny Pop broadcast has hopped to Freeview Channel 206 from it's old position at 208. Tiny Pop is a kids TV channel aimed at the real little-uns, aged between 4... Read more...
Freeview EPG Updates November 2024
A little later than expected, we have received the November Freeview update! The update this time around is mostly just some channels moving, with only one new channel and one rebrand in addition. Ahead of December it surprises me we haven't been inundated with changes to "Christmas" branded channels (Although, I am glad I don't have to type 50+ lines of music channels going Christmas mode!) As always, make sure you scan for changes with a powerful rooftop aerial so that your EPG is all lined up, Brand New Freeview... Read more...
Freeview Channel Updates October 2024
The spooky season Freeview update is here! This month's update brings channel launches, moves, closures and rebrands just in time for Christmas. Yes, Christmas, not Halloween. Apparently we skip over that now and Christmas starts in September. What a time to be alive! Freeview New Channels October 2024 First off, some exciting additions to the EPG! As these are brand-new channels you will have to retune to spot them in your channel guide. U&Eden U&Eden has launched on Freeview Channel 57. The "U&" channels are themselves part of a rebrand... Read more...
Freeview EPG Channel Updates September 2024
Freeview EPG Channel Updates September 2024
As we lose the summer sun and gain the autumn showers (and some storms, not great for Freeview reception, unfortunately) Freeview rolled out the latest EPG update for your TV's,... Read more...
Freely Channel Updates August 2024
Freely Channel Updates August 2024
Many of you have grown accustomed to my Freeview update blogs, where I explain the real ins-and-outs of the Freeview EPG with more details than just a table of changes.... Read more...
Freeview Channel Updates August 2024
Welcome back for this month's run-down of all the Freeview channel changes! Your EPG might look a little different as there have been a record number of channels moving! On top of that there have been new launches, rebrands AND closures. It's a stacked month for Freeview fans! As always, the complete table from the Freeview website contains the basics, with details on what those channels actually are right here on Daffodil. Brand-New Channel Launches August 2024 This month sees 3 new channels launched to the Freeview EPG. However, they... Read more...
DVB Developments You Should Know About
DVB Developments You Should Know About
It is a huge decade for television. The competition of streaming and on-demand services combined with the technical advancements in UHD, audio, colour depth and immersive media like VR or... Read more...
When Will the UK Get UHD (Ultra High Definition)?
Television has undergone some key milestones in recent decades. It wasn't that long ago that we had an analogue to digital switchover, and even more recently that some countries (not the UK...) had an SD to HD switchover! The next step is a fork in the road. Will TV continue to become higher definition, or is it now a question of delivery methods? Catch up with the latest here: What is UHD TV? For our UK audience, you'd be forgiven for not knowing UHD TV even exists. UHD stands for... Read more...
Freeview EPG Update July 2024
Another month, another Freeview shake-up! And this time it's a long one. With huge changes to fan-favourite channels on the UKTV network as well as radio channels moved for over 20 local stations, there's a lot of change this month on your Freeview EPG. Make sure you retune to see these updates! New Freeview Channels July 2024 First, as always, we have a new channel launch! GINX TV The brand-new channel GINX TV is landing on Freeview Channel 296, up in the streaming / IPTV section. GINX TV promises a host... Read more...
How to Get Freely on Smart TV for Streaming Live TV
We're no stranger to the inception of Freely, the "TV through internet" alternative to Freeview created by Freeview owner Everyone TV. As an alternative, Freely offers IPTV streaming but, unlike Netflix or Prime, Freely actually presents content in an EPG. The problems of Freely have reared their head a few times since launch, and it's still a very niche alternative rather than a full-on replacement for Freeview. But, for those wanting to test the new UK Streaming App for themselves, where do you even begin? How to Get Freely on Smart... Read more...
Freeview EPG Updates June 2024
Freeview EPG Updates June 2024
In the first update since the Freeview Updates and Alerts history was wiped (which coincided with the launch of the "Freely" version), the Freeview EPG is moving, rebranding, closing and launching... Read more...
Freeview Channel Updates May 2024 - EPG Changes - New Channels
Freeview Channel Updates May 2024 - EPG Changes - New Channels
After a turbulent start for Freely and a whole host of worries bought on by the Ofcom report which offers either a reduced or non-existent future for Freeview. Luckily, for... Read more...