Pleio Freely Box Gets Cheaper As Rival Aero Box Looms
The Netgem Pleio drops in price as Manhattan’s cheaper Aero box looms. Is the discount enough, or should you wait for the rival Freely device?
Jan 31, 2026 10:27am
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Or Goren
Wide-ranging editor and writer with many years of experience, from news and finances to entertainment and technology.
Based in London, I'm the founder and editor-in-chief of Cord Busters.
I cut the TV cord back in 2014 and never looked back. I watch a lot of TV, and thankfully I can choose whatever I want to watch without depending on archaic channels.
Sky-backed Study: Freeview Can End Sooner Than Expected
New research claims only 330,000 homes would need help if Freeview switches off by 2034 – but a 96,000-signature petition says that’s too rushed
Jan 30, 2026 12:29pm
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Netflix Pulls Plug On Older BT TV Boxes From March 4
Netflix app stops working on two older BT TV boxes from March 4. Here’s what affected BT / EE TV customers need to know about upgrades and alternatives
Jan 28, 2026 10:44am
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Manhattan Launches New Freely Box, The Aero, For £69.99
Manhattan’s new Aero 4K TV Streamer brings Freely to any TV – undercutting rival Pleio by £50. Launches February with TiVo OS, Netflix, and 60+ channels
Jan 27, 2026 8:49am
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15 Best Free Online Movie Streaming Sites UK 2026
From older classics to recent Hollywood blockbusters, the internet is full of movies you can stream for free – LEGALLY. Here are the best ones in the UK
Jan 24, 2026 3:31pm
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Rewind TV Brings Scandalous 90s Dramas To Freeview
Rewind TV brings Jilly Cooper’s Riders and The Man Who Made Husbands Jealous to Freeview in February, plus Drop the Dead Donkey and Jack Hargreaves’ Old Country
Jan 21, 2026 11:52am
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Humax Aura Freeview Box Axed As Freely Boxes Loom
The Humax Aura Freeview recorder has been discontinued after 5 years. What’s replacing it, and what does this mean for the future of Freeview recording?
Jan 19, 2026 5:48pm
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Metz 24MPE7002Z Portable TV Review: Wireless Wonder?
Metz’s portable battery-powered TV promises freedom from mains power, but missing BBC iPlayer and no aerial port raise questions
Jan 16, 2026 8:55am
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Disney+ Slashes Prices Across All Tiers For A Limited Time
Disney+ launches major price cut with up to £15 off for three months. All tiers discounted until Jan 28. Here’s what you need to know
Jan 15, 2026 10:48am
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TLC Launches On Freeview Today As HGTV Shuts Down
TLC launches on Freeview today as HGTV shuts down. The Big Bang Theory and Mock the Week join 90 Day Fiancé on the revamped free-to-air channel
Jan 13, 2026 7:40am
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42 Best Amazon Firestick Apps In The UK For 2026
Whether you just bought a new Amazon Fire TV Stick, or you’re looking to do more with it – these are the best streaming, video, music and gaming apps for it
Jan 12, 2026 11:05am
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40 Best Roku Channels In The UK For 2026
Whether you just bought a new Roku device, or you’re looking to expand your collection – these are the best streaming, video, music and gaming channels for it
Jan 12, 2026 9:25am
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