Radio Times Massive Hidden Subscription Increases

peterdodds

End of the story was that Radio Times admitted my comments/criticism was very valid, (their own words). 
Just a few days ago I was able to renew at £48.00 every 6 months so even less than I used to pay.  I think they realised they had dropped a clanger!

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peterdodds said:

End of the story was that Radio Times admitted my comments/criticism was very valid, (their own words). 

They didn't apologise to every customer as you demanded though!

Seriously, why do you still subscribe to this magazine? As already pointed out earlier, several of the  weekend newspapers produce  listings that equal or surpass this anachronistic publication and do it far more cheaply.

Electronic Programme Guides (EPGs) are also available from  your TV or decoder box for no extra cost...

Doc_N

Moneyineptitude said:

peterdodds said:

End of the story was that Radio Times admitted my comments/criticism was very valid, (their own words). 

They didn't apologise to every customer as you demanded though!

Seriously, why do you still subscribe to this magazine? As already pointed out earlier, several of the  weekend newspapers produce  listings that equal or surpass this anachronistic publication and do it far more cheaply.

Electronic Programme Guides (EPGs) are also available from  your TV or decoder box for no extra cost...

You’re entirely missing the point about the Radio Times, and what it provides. It’s not remotely just a listings magazine, and provides far more than that, or an EPG.  You’re trying to compare The Times with The Sun.

I’ve also had an apology, and been able to negotiate a considerably lower price - less than half the cover price - by the way.

NBLondon

Doc_N said:

You’re entirely missing the point about the Radio Times, and what it provides. It’s not remotely just a listings magazine, and provides far more than that, or an EPG.  You’re trying to compare The Times with The Sun.

True.   The articles, film criticism etc  are far superior to what you get in the likes of TV Quick or the weekend supplements in the tabloids.    Would I pay the cover price every week for that - maybe not.  So when I get my next renewal - I will check the price and challenge.  Thanks again to the OP for the warnign.

coachman12

Whoever referred to RT as " anachronistic" obviously never reads this excellent magazine. I have watched it grow over many years and it always keeps up with the times ( no pun intended ). Indeed, one would be correct in saying that RT is a forward -looking magazine of great interest. It is far less about TV listings and much more about interesting and in-depth articles about many current topics and well-known celebrities. Also, it has puzzles, crosswords, quizzes and much more. Its holiday adverts are the best anywhere----indeed all its adverts are aimed at its core audience ( people of discernment and taste-------like moi  ).

EssexExile

coachman12 said:----indeed all its adverts are aimed at its core audience ( people of discernment and taste-------like moi  ).

And of a certain age, like moi.

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coachman12 said:

Whoever referred to RT as " anachronistic" obviously never reads this excellent magazine.  

I never read it because more than 90% of it's content is TV (and Radio) listings that I can find elsewhere for nothing. The articles may well be "excellent", but in my opinion are not worth the cover ( or reduced subscription) price. 

Like all print magazines, now living on borrowed time...

tempus_fugit

Well, there used to be a Radio Times app, which was actually pretty good. Then they stopped supporting it. That seems pretty anachronistic to me.

coachman12

Somebody doesn't really understand the meaning of "anachronistic" do they ??

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coachman12 said:

Somebody doesn't really understand the meaning of "anachronistic" do they ??

I "understand" that the Radio Times is just one of many  outdated media still available at the moment for some reason. 

Years ago it sold in millions because there was no viable alternative.

 Nowadays it barely survives and ultimately is certainly doomed.