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Old thomson digi box
My inlaws, many years ago got a Thomson's digibox, bought as a one off payment. They dont have a working ariel. The digibox is no longer working, the on/off switch has broken. We have looked on ebay for a replacement box, however I wondered if there was anything on Amazon or argos that would be better? They dont have wifi.…
Netflix downloaded content query.
Hi, I am hoping for some help. I have just got Netflix through my Virgin Media package. We will be going on holiday from 11th August until 2nd September, I want to download some shows on to my tablet to watch whilst away. If I was to do this is there a time limit before they expire. I know on the Virgin Go app you have 30…
iPlayer/email address
A friend 'boasts'.. "no TV licence but I enter my correct email address and watch". Q. Can they trace him through his email address (how) Q. What does his correct email matter???
Netflix suddenly in Spanish !?
I watch tv through sky. I do not pay for netflix (how?) but have always been able to watch it by clicking on it (no sign in/password). Last night the 'intro' screen was all in Spanish. It wanted me to sign in. Didnt know I even had a password, so I went for a reset password.(my details showed "no payment information")…
Sky glass questions
Is sky glass really any good? I have an old HD box now with magic eye for upstairsPaying £43 for f1 & signature (no Netflix /discovery +) What would it cost to get the same upstairs? Is there a minimum rental period and does.the charge reduce after this or do you just continue to pay rental on the TV forever - because if…
Netflix via BT
Signed up to a new deal with BT that includes Netflix, handover has been seamless, except that I transferred on the same day as my normal Netflix payment. So I have paid via my BT account and via Netflix. I contacted them about a refund, all they gave was a credit on my account that I cannot use for 24 months (BT contract…
Netflix confirms plans to launch cheaper service that plays ads - here's what we know
Netflix has confirmed it will introduce a cheaper subscription plan for its users that includes adverts. Read the full story:Netflix confirms plans to launch cheaper service that plays ads - here's what we know If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Sky TV taking money without consent
I have had a Sky box with the free channels for some years now. Recently, I couldn't get a picture on my TV and so I phoned Sky in the hope they could send someone out to investigate the problem. They explained that the problem was my Sky box, as it was old and had stopped working. They explained that I would need a new…
Paramount to launch UK streaming service this June – here’s how it compares
Paramount will launch a new streaming service, Paramount+, in the UK on 22 June. Users will be able to stream TV programmes and films for £6.99 a month or for £69.90 a year after a seven-day free trial. Read the full story: Paramount to launch UK streaming service this June – here’s how it compares If you haven’t…
Freesat frustration
I believe our 11yr old TV has Freeviee built in it. However soon after buying it, I bought into Freesat system and have a Humax Freesat Recorder. That meant a second remote control. I invested in a one-for-all control and put the other two out of reach. We are getting frustrated with Freesat. It seems to have a mind of its…
Virgin demand payment despite the fact we had no contract
We were with virgin for quite a while and there was no formal contract since that had run out. We got so fed up with unreliable service that we decided to end our relationship by phone and also sent a follow up letter confirming we were cancelling. Now they are demanding £85. Verbally, they had said they owed us £12.50 but…
New cable for Freesat dish
Hi I have given a months notice to cancel virgin tv and phone just going to have broadband from them. I have a humax Hd box which I am going to watch tv on but need new cable installed from freesat dish to tv room. How much should I expect to pay assuming old dish is still ok. Thanks
How to watch German or Portuguese tv/films
Hi, I have a Sky Q box and subscribe to Netflix and Prime...is there a way I can watch German and Portuguese series/films please? I'm in the UK. Many thanks in advance.
8K TV
Please move if in wrong place, So around July/August I am moving out in to a flat (Rented Family member owns it) and looking for a new/better TV I am looking for some moneysaving advice, I am looking for a tv with 8K (Maybe 4k) HDMI 2.1 HDR10 HDR10+ I current have LG 4K TV HDR (Will use for bedroom) & broken Samsung 4K TV…
need to cancel sky
my mum has sky basic with Internet and phone, it's now become too expensive to run and we are looking at alternatives. we have already upped her mobile to take the phone anytime away but we need a new TV service. sky has always been easy to use and she records alot so wants to be able to do that still. we were looking at…
Alternative to sky
I’ve finally cancelled sky. Long overdue. I’m actually a bit embarrassed by the number of years I kept on accepting the increased charges. Anyway, better late than never. I currently have sky q and am looking for a replacement/alternative way to watch and record from freeview. Can anyone recommend a particular box? For…
Sky TV cancellation
Sky has told me that I can’t cancel my subscription and will have to wait until the contract end in a years time. What will happen if I cancel my direct debt
TV and Steaming video services savings
This may have been posted before but this is my way of watching the best TV for cheap. Tell me if you have a cheaper method.... I basically only have one active service per month. I watch everything I want to, and at the end of the month cancel, and activate a different service the next month. As none of them have any more…
Sky glass tv
Any body got sky glass tv,whats the quality and audio like and who makes the tv.
Stick with Virgin?
Hello, I'm just about to move into a new build property and when I viewed it there was what I thought was a standard aerial cable sticking out of the wall. I thought It was a standard coaxial cable that i could link to to a tv as normal. I have just found out it's not an coaxial cable it's a virgin cable and I have to get…

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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
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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
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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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
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Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
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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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