We'd like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum... Read More » This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are - or become - political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

We're aware that some users are experiencing technical issues which the team are working to resolve. See the Community Noticeboard for more info. Thank you for your patience.

📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!

TV MoneySaving

Archives for October 2013

Sky MSE 50% off codes - friendly warning!
Hi Everyone I used one of these Sky codes earlier this year and noticed that my monthly bill had recently doubled. When I investigated, it turned out that the discount had stopped after 6 months, rather than the stated 12 months MSE offer. I'm waiting for Sky to respond on this, meanwhile, just wanted to let other users of…
Best 46 inch television
We are wanting to change our current television for a 46 inch,full HD good brand telly.We do not want a Smart tv or 3D. So far we have looked at the Sony Bravia KDL46R473 and the SamsungUE46F5000. The Sony one does not have a very good write up on it.Has anyone got anything similar and could give us their honest opinion on…
Help with using Sky tv
We've had Sky installed today and now feel a little lost, having unplugged the Humax PVR (and realising that one thing missing is the clock). We've had a Freeview PVR since before Freeview tvs, but haven't had Sky for about 20 years, so it's unfamiliar. I know that I could trawl through the website help section, but it's…
Sky 50% off codes
I am wondering what happens with the codes that people applied for that aren't used? Will they become available again?
Skylink ?
Hi all Can someone give me the link to use my sky code pls this is the one this site gave you with the code I have the code written down but delated the email I only have till midnight :eek:
TV Licence charged twice
My son who has just started at university has this evening tried to pay his TV licence on line. When he checked his balance he appeared to have been charged twice. I have advised him to phone the TV licence people tomorrow and explain what has happened. How easy will it be to get the money returned? He has no idea how it…
VirginMedia Tivo box - strange noises & poor service
Hi all I've experienced a number of problems with my Tivo box: * Strange thudding noise occurs all the time - sounds like the pattering of raindrops, extremely annoying * Catch-up appears to buffer (possibly during peak times) * Recordings skip, but you can rewind through the missing section and re-watch it (As a footnote,…
Help!! Cant get a great deal?!!!!
Hi everyone I cant seem to get a great deal at Sky even when i threaten to leave them to go to TalkTalk or Virgin Media I currently pay nearly £50 for Tv Internet and Phone. the tv is basic and does not include movies or sky sports.....they gave me a measly £5 off my phone today, but its just not good enough. can anyone…
Help! Even the SKY engineer is baffled!!!
I'll start at the beginning and try to explain. I moved house and the SKY engineer came to connect my TV (phone and broadband have to wait 2 weeks). he fitted a brand new dish and I used my existing box and cables from my old house. The next day my I put the TV onto the wall bracket that was already in the house and moved…
DAB and FREEVIEW on one coax
Okay, with a loftbox you can mix FREEVIEW and DAB down a single coax www dot satcuredit dot co dot uk/accs/page11c.htm#distamp My question is do I need a diplex wall plate with a TV and DAB outlet? I will only have one device plugged in at any one time, a TV or a DAB radio.I hve tha labgear amp/dist box and no diplex wall…
New Television
Hi all, I'm in the market for a new television, ideally I'm looking to get a good finance deal for a 32" TV or above. Can anyone point me in the direction of any sites that offer finance on TV's??? Thanx in advance
i-Player etc on Sky
Perhaps someone could satisfy my curiosity, please ? Does i-Player, used via Sky, come from the internet or is accessed from the dish and so available to customers who don't have an internet service ? If the latter, is it better (ie no/less buffering) than via a computer ?
TV licensing again!
My daughter has just moved into a shared house with other students. Each rent their own bedroom but they have a communal living area, with a television in it (which is licensed). She has been receiving letters, not addressed to her by name, just as occupier of flat 3, from tv licensing saying they are going to take her to…
Currently pay Sky for phone line so calls and internet, want a deal for TV?
I have been with sky probably for about 6 months I think I pay £25 or something for talk, Internet and the phone line altogether, I don't even use the phone ever as we don't physically have a house phone!! We are moving home next week and we won't be able to get freeview unless we have the hassle of putting up the Ariel on…
I cancelled Sky, will the box work at all?
As stated, I've cancelled my Sky subscription. It runs out on the 30th of Oct, what I need to know is will I be able to view any channels at all through the existing Sky box and dish when the subscription ends or should I be thinking about getting a freeview or freesat box. Anyone already done this? Many thanks. :)
Leaving Sky
Just got off the phone to Sky. I currently have the entertainment extra tv package, phone and broadband with those guys. I pay £49 a month. When I said I wanted the lot cancelling, the customer service advisor in a way tried to scaremonger into stopping me from cancelling. He mentioned how Sky were the cheapest for the…
Leaving Virgin due to no service at New Address
Hi I took out an 18 month contract with Virgin Media in early November last year, now the lease in the property I was renting is finished and I am moving to a new flat nearby. Although this is a a mere few streets away virgin offer no service what so ever to the property and are saying that in order to leave it will cost…
Virgin Media- A decdicated film channel
Why has Virgin Media TV not got its own dedicated film channel which would be free to all subscribers on the XL package. Virgin do seem to be lagging behind Sky.
TV license refund
Advice needed please! My TV license ended on 30th September, but I was moving out of my flat on 5th October, so I purchased a monthly direct debit to cover the few days that I would be in the flat. Since then, I have cancelled my direct debit but TV Licensing won't give me a partial refund. Their email stated: "The TV…
Virgin Media Contract
6 Months ago, I moved house. I had about 3 months left in my virgin Media contract. Virgin said they could move me for free, but I would need to sign up for a new 12 month contract. HOWEVER, they also said, at the time, that I only needed to take 1 of my services (phone, tv, or broadband) to the new property to qualify for…

★ ★ ★ Meet your Ambassadors

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

MSE News

Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

View All

TV MoneySaving

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

🚀 Getting Started

Is this how you want to be seen?

Get our FREE Weekly email full of deals & guides - and it’s spam-free

TV MoneySaving

Discussion List

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

🚀 Getting Started

Is this how you want to be seen?

Get our FREE Weekly email full of deals & guides - and it’s spam-free