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Archives for October 2016

Will I save money getting sky q
I currently pay 95 a month for sky plus with hd and multirorm + sports and movies will the same package on sky q be cheaper or more we have 2 sky plus hd boxes
Another Netflix question?
Just got Netflix - because I want to watch The Crown which starts 8pm on Friday 4th Nov. Is it like "normal" tv, I tune in at 8pm & watch or does it mean I can view like a download anytime after 8pm?
Cheapest wi-fi way to get Netflix
I had a free youview box, which I planned to use for Netflix. I didn't realise it wasn't wifi. What's the cheapest "thing" I can get to get Netflix on wifi to my tv by hdmi? I don't want to use a laptop/phone/tablet. I want to use something that can live there all the time & not need moving.
MSE's Sky Offer
First post so apologies if it's in the wrong place. I took out the recent MSE Sky offer in August, with Sky Q Silver, box sets, sports & cinema. The offer included a £100 pre-paid MasterCard. I have logged in to Sky using my account details and visited sky dot com slash claim to claim my MasterCard reward, but it says "You…
Sky tv negotiations
Anyone else think sky are rubbish at the moment for deals won't budge on some deals, found a deal online for 50% and got sky original and sports for £20 odd plus opted for £100 tesco voucher. Been online chat a few times nothing but rubbish lol
Need TV but not sky or Virgin. What's available.
My mum is a pensioner. She has a TiVo box. She cannot get sky as we tried to install it but the engineers can't get a satellite signal cos of trees. No chance of cutting down trees as it would spoil the garden. So we had Virgin cable tv (V+ box) phone and internet. Now it's been changed to a Tivo box in the last few months…
Sky Samsung TV
Does anyone have the model number that sky use for there Samsung TVs so I can see the specs please
TV Licence and iPlayer "away from home" rules
Totally confused re new rules about catch up on iplayer. I know I need a licence but my boyfriend says if he comes over to my house and watches something on iplayer on his tablet, as long as it isn't plugged in, its covered by his TV licence. I dont have a licence. He does, at his address, but he's using my wifi. Is he…
moving home - can my wife take out sky offer in her name at new address
I am moving house in the next 4 weeks. my current contact with sky is ended. Can my wife take out a new sky package at the new address as a new customer and use a code for cheap sky etc
Virgin Media Question
I'm thinking about going with Virgin... any thoughts? All channels less than £80 including line rental and bt sports
VirginMedia am I being ripped off?
I have been with VM for yonks , long before NTL and Encom. Friends think I'm a mug as I give them £125 a month and I would like some feedback as to what others with a similar package pay. I have the Big Kahuna Sports and Movies Bundle: Talk WE, 1 Additional V Box, Tivo, Sky Cinema 2, Sky Sports 1, SS HD Pack, Full TV (XL),…
Does anyone own an Android television by Cello or Goodmans?
Hi all, I'm interested in purchasing a new smaller Android television for the bedroom, and the only televisions I have seen that are small enough are the Cello/Goodmans C24ANSMT. I can't find any reviews online about them, though, so I'm struggling to get any information on them other than technical specifications. I was…
Pft 6550 remote control problem
And, again From yesterday, my remote stopped working Tried to disable google play services, didnt help The remote works only when i power on the tv, and thats all Even though, while using philips remote app, after some time its not working and said it cannot pair my Tv... HELP?!?! Thank you
cant sign up? sky £30 MSE offer
Im having an issue signing up. Ive got the MSE code and clicked through to order it. Then sky asked me to log in / create a ID - so i set up a log in, now its asking me to join my ID to an account. As this offer is for new customers we dont have an account with sky, so cant link the ID with an accout. Ive tried the "not…
Sky Q question
Hi if I got the new sky Q would be it okay to work on a HD plasma tv okay.
Reducing Sky TV Subscription Cost
Hi all My Sky TV subscription contract is up at the end of this month therefore I am now in a position to cancel should I wish so. I have been with Sky for years now and would like to continue my subscription however would like to reduce the cost. I have TV, Broadband and Line Rental with them and currently pay £62.65 (£10…
Missing channels freeview
Funny one this. Have 2 tv's with freeview but after latest update we are missing 2 channels on 1 of them. Channel 48 and 132 Sky news. Have obviously tried auto-update with no luck. Is it worth going back to full factory reset. Tv are not that old i.e. 5 years or less. Any help appreciated. Signal strengths are fine.…
TV Licence Question
I have an old CRT TV with an analogue tuner and it is fed from a Freeview box. If I get rid of the freeview box, which will render the TV unable to receive TV channels, do I still have to pay the licence? I may switch it on to watch DVDs though..
Humax 4000 series
I've been looking up details of current Humax boxes as ours don't record in HD. The 4000 series has the advantage of recording up to 4 programmes at once and has Freeview play, but several reviews mention that it is not as good as older models, partly because of slow reaction to commands. Does anyone have personal…
Cheapest package for cable/phone/broadband?
Hi, First post on the forum. Has anyone any recommendations for a phone/TV/broadband package? I'm currently with Virgin, who've just advised me of a new price increase which I feel is unjustified. I'm currently paying 90 odd quid a month with charges for phone calls a very small part of this. The package I'm currently on…

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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.

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