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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...
Indoor Freeview Aerials for 2024 (And Alternatives)
Indoor Freeview Aerials for 2024 (And Alternatives)
The introduction of Freely has done little to slow the use of good old-fashioned TV aerials. Since even Freely admits it's best when used with an aerial, even if you... Read more...
What is "SSD Storage" for TV Recording?
As technology marches onwards, some of the latest developments get retroactively applied to what many might consider "antiquated" products. We stick to our ideals here at Daffodil and maintain that the humble Freeview box deserves a place in 2024! But, I digress. The most recent innovation making its way into retro tech like set top box recorders is the m.2 SSD. There's a few things to unpack there for a product that normally uses a simple USB. What's an SSD compared to, for example, a USB that we're all familiar... 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...
Make the Most of EHU Camping Site Bollards with These Gadgets
Make the Most of EHU Camping Site Bollards with These Gadgets
Camping and caravanning can be a perfect storm of relaxation and stress. For everything you don't have to worry about, it seems there's something that you do! Luckily, modern sites... Read more...
How to Watch TV on Phone LIVE in 2024
How to Watch TV on Phone LIVE in 2024
There's hundreds, probably thousands of shows and films that you plan to "get around to watching" one day. Having content accessible on your phone can help you chug through that... 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...
Using an SSD for TV Recording - What, Why, Where?
Being able to pause live TV and "whizz through the adverts" (Most likely an expression borne of my London upbringing) was once itself the pinnacle of entertainment innovation. In the decade that followed, technology came a long way, however. From the way we record, the quality of the channels we are recording, to the storage we record to! Utilising one of the more recent breakthroughs in storage tech, August International have incorporated an M.2 SSD into their latest Set Top Box. But what is an SSD and why does it... Read more...
Home Management Gadgets from Under £20
Home Management Gadgets from Under £20
From your TV and connected DVD player, consoles, and more all the way to how those devices get power, there are hundreds of little gadgets and gizmos to help run... Read more...
UK Power Adapters You Should Have in Your Home
There are many reasons to have a stock of power adapters: devices which can offer a wide variety of different ports, power ratings, plug types and cable lengths. Having an array of adapters will mean any new tech, old tech, foreign gadgets or international holidays are stress-free. When it comes to home plug adapters the main benefit it USB power. USB has become a mainstay for power, charging everything from your laptop to your TV, or even your watch! However, it is only in the last decade that USB-only cables... Read more...
Setting Up Emergency Mode on Your Phone
Setting Up Emergency Mode on Your Phone
Following the recent UK government statement on preparedness for an emergency, new guidelines recommend a wind up radio, food supply and more are kept in a secure cupboard at home.... Read more...
4 HDMI Adapters You Need To Know About
The joy of finding just the right size Tupperware, or a screw you kept in a drawer for 10 years now fitting something, or hearing the satisfying beep of a PC booting correctly after being built... These are moments of true contentment. Similarly, finding a gadget that you had never considered, which does exactly what you need it to, evokes the same feeling. With our new range of HDMI adapters, we want to highlight how and why you should be using HDMI converters, extractors, switchers and splitters! We'll explain each of... Read more...