Category: News

Pleio Freely Box Gets Pricier Just Two Months After Launch

The Pleio Freely box – the Freeview streaming alternative – jumped from £99 to £119.88. Is it still worth buying, or should you wait?

Or Goren Jan 11, 2026 9:29am 21 Comments

The Pleio Freely Box Twist: You Don’t Own It For A Year

Netgem’s Pleio box has a new, unusual ownership model – you’re buying a subscription, not hardware. But what’s the practical impact for consumers?

Or Goren Jan 8, 2026 11:29am 15 Comments

Red Dwarf Now On Channel 4 In Historic UKTV Agreement

UKTV’s U service launches on Channel 4 streaming with Red Dwarf, The Office and more BBC classics – but only some series are available so far

Or Goren Jan 6, 2026 5:20pm 2 Comments

Another Blow For Latest Fire TV Stick: No New Interface Yet

The Fire TV Stick 4K Select misses out on Amazon’s new interface launching in February, as the 4K Plus and Max get the update first – another setback.

Or Goren Jan 6, 2026 3:37pm 2 Comments

Fire TV Gets Major Redesign, But UK Users Must Wait

Amazon’s Fire TV gets its biggest redesign since 2020, with faster performance and a new look – but UK users must wait until spring 2026 for the update

Or Goren Jan 6, 2026 12:06pm 5 Comments

It’s Over: MTV Music Channels Close on Sky & Virgin Media

MTV’s music channels – MTV Music, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, Club MTV and MTV Live – have shut down on Sky and Virgin Media, marking the end of an era for music TV

Or Goren Dec 31, 2025 11:36am 1 Comment

21 Premium TV Channels Just Went Free On Prime Video

Amazon extends free trials to 30 days on 21 Prime Video Channels until January 6. Includes MUBI, Arrow Video, HIDIVE and more. Plus Paramount+ half price

Or Goren Dec 28, 2025 2:58pm 2 Comments

Warning Emails Hit Illegal Firestick IPTV Users Across UK

FACT has sent warning emails to over 1,000 illegal IPTV users whose details were seized in police raids, as Amazon blocks dodgy apps on Fire TV devices

Or Goren Dec 27, 2025 3:41pm 8 Comments

Fire TV Stick 4K Gone In UK: Now Fire TV Stick 4K Plus

Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K gets renamed to ‘Plus’ in the UK – but nothing else has changed. Here’s what you need to know about the confusing rebrand

Or Goren Dec 24, 2025 9:36am 3 Comments

10 New Disney+ Shows Coming To ITVX: Full List Revealed

Disney+ shows The Bear, She-Hulk and The Full Monty are coming to ITVX for free. Here’s the full list of 11 new titles arriving in January-March 2026

Or Goren Dec 19, 2025 3:56pm 4 Comments

Pleio Freely Box: 15 Things We’ve Learned After 1 Month

Before ordering the £99 Pleio Freely box, read this. From poor aerial reception solutions to streaming compromises – 16 essential facts for buyers

Or Goren Dec 19, 2025 2:48pm 45 Comments

TV Licence Faces Huge Shake-Up As BBC Review Begins

BBC charter review proposes ads on iPlayer, subscription dramas, and licence fee reforms. Public consultation open until March 2026. Everything you need to know

Or Goren Dec 16, 2025 11:43am 19 Comments