Talking Pictures TV launches on Freely months early, now streaming live on Channel 36. Classic British films without needing a Freeview aerial
For years, the dream has been simple: one device that gives you both Freeview’s live TV and a proper streaming stick’s apps, all working together seamlessly. Or better yet, just make Freely an app for Fire TV or Roku and be done with it. Well, we’re not getting the app – but we are finally
The Netgem Pleio launches today for £99, replacing Freeview aerials with streaming-only Freely. Includes gaming and Android TV apps, but no recording
Humax confirms mystery Freely recorder exists after accidentally publishing more details. It combines apps, Freely streaming and recording
10 streaming channels are joining Freeview’s heir Freely, including Talking Pictures TV, BLAZE, locals channels and 5 new AMC channels
Freeview warns of TV disruptions Oct 10-15 due to high pressure. Important: Do NOT retune your device during outages. Here’s what to do instead
A Humax FHR-6000T Freely recorder has appeared on UK retailer sites, potentially offering the recording features missing from other upcoming Freely boxes
Channel 4 launches 4Reality, 4Homes and 4Life exclusively on Freely – the broadcaster’s first streaming-only channels on the platform, as it shifts away from Freeview
Freely hits 500k weekly users as platform predicts it will dominate UK TV by 2030, overtaking Freeview. Two-thirds of users already ditching aerials
The BBC is exploring a second, simplified Freely streaming box alongside the upcoming Netgem device – targeting Freeview viewers who struggle with modern tech
Why the upcoming new aerial-free Freely box reveals traditional Freeview is doomed – and what streaming-only TV means for millions of UK households
Freely announces first standalone streaming box with Netgem, but drops aerial support entirely – marking a major shift to streaming-only TV