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BT tv stopping my current package.
Hi BT tv have informed me my current MAX Tv package is stopping. I’m going to lose several channels by the end of this month and my BT sports in January. They are telling me to choose a new package but it doesn’t include all the channels I currently get. I’m told I am still in contact until January but surely if they…
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Had a free Apple TV Plus subscription for more than a year? You'll be charged £4.99/mth from July
Apple TV Plus customers who've benefitted from a free subscription for more than a year will have to pay £4.99/mth to use the service from tomorrow (1 July) - and you'll be automatically opted into the paid-for subscription, although you can cancel penalty-free at any point. Read the full story here: 'Had a free Apple TV…
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Bilsdale transmitter down
The fire at the Bilsdale transmitter has meant that about 1m people in the North East haven't been able to receive Freeview since yesterday afternoon. There doesn't seen any chance of a quick fix. I think it is disgraceful that TV licencing aren't offering refunds. I just called them and all the only option is to cancel…
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Which retailer of the year awards Richersouns
This is why i always recomend Rs for there great service and 6 year warranty. Beat that Currys Winner: Richer Sounds Also shortlisted: Healthspan, John Lewis, Seasalt and Skechers Richer Sounds is the stand-out retailer of 2021. It drew rave reviews in our latest tech shop customer survey, which shouldn’t come as a…
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Twin-tuner Freeview recorders
Hello, What in your opinion is the best (by which I mean cheapest, simplest, and likeliest to still be working in 3 years' time) twin-tuner Freeview recorder? The prospective users: - don't want/need Smart or FreviewPlay functionality - don't need HD although if the best option is HD then it'd be no bother - do want built…
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TV License and Youtube/Twitch/Other Personal Live Streaming
Hey all,OK - I've done a bit of searching, but can't fully find the answer:I want to get rid of my TV License - we don't watch Live TV, only Netflix, Prime, Youtube, DVD's etc etc. But my children want to watch little Jimmy stream himself playing a video game live on YouTube/Twitch. Technically it's live, but not a channel…
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Sky tv due for renewal
Anybody has successfully haggled for a discount?
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Do I 'need' Sky?
Have has sky for 17 years. (now on Q) I record from it. It holds a lot of recordings and is convenient . Netflix is 'thrown in' somehow, all at £25pm for basic package (no movies/sports). However what I watch is 95% of what's on Freeview (have aerial). How could I bin sky for something cheaper, yet still be able to record…
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Cutting down Sky TV package: No HD?
We recently checked what we were using on our Sky TV package and saved £144 a year by removing the Kids bundle and getting a discount for going back into contract. We also wanted to lose the £7 we are paying for HD: we don't notice the difference (except on sport and that is paid separately). The call handler said…
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Now to scrap multi-screen and introduce adverts to on-demand content from next month
Now will scrap its free multi-screen option and introduce adverts on its on-demand video services from next month unless you pay extra for its optional Boost add-on service, which is also rising in price. Read the full story: NOW to scrap multi-screen and introduce adverts to on-demand content from next monthClick reply…
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TV upgrade - worth paying extra for OLED?
Really want to upgrade my very old 32' TV for a modern smart TV. Interested in a LG OLED TV that is on offer in Curry's ATM. It's reduced to £1100, but although not very money saving I'm not put off by the price. BUT I only have Freeview TV with the standard HD bbc channels and therefore I probably won't get the best out…
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Mailing letters and posters
As someone who hasn’t had to do this for a while, what are the methods of mailing a letter and a parcel these days for private individuals ? Are these still mainly handled by Royal Mail or is it good to use other couriers?
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Cancelling Sky due to insurance claim
Hi I am out of contract for my Sky TV and in few months my broadband as well which I had planned to renew on a new deal. However my house got water damaged and loss Adjuster has moved us into a managed serviced flat for next 3 to 6 months. I contacted Sky via chat and they offered to drop me to basic package (18 quid a…
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Which channel is best for sports streaming?
Hi, Hope everyone is well. Can anybody let me know which site is free and best for sport streaming? Kindly let me know If you know. Regards.
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Britbox on Roku
Just a quickie to tell folk that Britbox UK has finally joined Roku in the UK! Search for it in streaming channels! It works as just done it.
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Improve my understanding of live TV vs Catch Up/ On Demand
From reading the TV Licencing website it would seem a straight forward definition of 'live, 'catch up' or on demand, but I can't find a clear ruling to my particular question.If someone watches say Sky News on a platform like YouTube, the stream you are watching ongoing is a live stream and as such requires a licence, but…
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Amazon Prime and UK pricing
My jaw literally dropped when I compared pricing to rent a season of NCIS 16 in Uk vs US. Its $14.25 in US vs £59.76 for HD or £45.36 for SD in UK. Other than price gouging anyone know why such a big difference , its more than 5 times!!! :(
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Disney+ Account Switch to O2
Hi all, We currently have an annual subscription to Disney+ that is due to expire on Sept 22nd, they've emailed to tell me that when I renew, the next year will cost me £79.90 (so £6.65/month). I have also been offered a deal through O2 Priority for £2 off a monthly subscription which would work out at £5.99/month, so a…
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cancelling sky
If sky raises its prices during a contract period are you freee to leave without penalty
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Basic TV licence - need to check
Hi - basic question about the TV licence. I have a TV in my living room which I don't watch live TV on - just netflix and amazon prime as and when. Am I right in thinking I don't need a TV licence? What do I do if TV licence come round - and ask if I have a TV? Thanks, Tim
