UK Streaming TV Changes
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Non technical updates for the official streaming services from Freely, Sky & Virgin TV.
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Manhattan's £69.99 Aero Freely box now available to buy, undercutting rivals by £40. TiVo OS, 4K streaming, Ethernet - but some apps missing at launch
www.cordbusters.co.uk/freely-heats...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/freely-heats...
Freely Market Heats Up: Manhattan Aero Is Now On Sale | Cord Busters
Manhattan’s £69.99 Aero Freely box now available to buy, undercutting rivals by £40. TiVo OS, 4K streaming, Ethernet - but some apps missing at launch
www.cordbusters.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Manhattan's £69.99 Aero Freely box now available to buy, undercutting rivals by £40. TiVo OS, 4K streaming, Ethernet - but some apps missing at launch
www.cordbusters.co.uk/freely-heats...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/freely-heats...
More details revealed for Humax Aura EZ Freely recorder ahead of its upcoming launch. The £249 box has 2TB storage and 3 tuners, for a Freeview / Freely hybrid
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-e...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-e...
Humax Aura EZ: New Freely Recorder Details Revealed | Cord Busters
More details revealed for Humax Aura EZ Freely recorder ahead of its upcoming launch. The £249 box has 2TB storage and 3 tuners, for a Freeview / Freely hybrid
www.cordbusters.co.uk
February 4, 2026 at 5:46 PM
More details revealed for Humax Aura EZ Freely recorder ahead of its upcoming launch. The £249 box has 2TB storage and 3 tuners, for a Freeview / Freely hybrid
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-e...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-e...
The Netgem Pleio drops in price as Manhattan's cheaper Aero box looms. Is the discount enough, or should you wait for the rival Freely device?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Pleio Freely Box Gets Cheaper As Rival Aero Box Looms | Cord Busters
The Netgem Pleio drops in price as Manhattan’s cheaper Aero box looms. Is the discount enough, or should you wait for the rival Freely device?
www.cordbusters.co.uk
February 1, 2026 at 12:53 AM
The Netgem Pleio drops in price as Manhattan's cheaper Aero box looms. Is the discount enough, or should you wait for the rival Freely device?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
The beta test of the UKSTVC feed on Tumblr has now ended.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
January 28, 2026 at 7:28 PM
The beta test of the UKSTVC feed on Tumblr has now ended.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
The beta test of the UKSTVC feed on Tumblr has now ended.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
January 28, 2026 at 7:27 PM
The beta test of the UKSTVC feed on Tumblr has now ended.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
We won't be using Tumblr for regular posts. It may be used at some point for longer, more detailed, posts and announcements that don't fit easily on our Bluesky and Mastodon feeds and are outside the remit of the blog.
Want to add Freely's free streaming to your existing TV? This 4K HDR box might be the perfect upgrade
www.techradar.com/televisions/...
www.techradar.com/televisions/...
This streaming box has Freely and TiVo+ to offer nearly 500 free streaming channels – plus Netflix, Disney+ and more in 4K HDR
Free channels, regular streaming services, and TiVo's software
www.techradar.com
January 27, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Want to add Freely's free streaming to your existing TV? This 4K HDR box might be the perfect upgrade
www.techradar.com/televisions/...
www.techradar.com/televisions/...
Manhattan's new Aero 4K TV Streamer brings Freely to any TV - undercutting rival Pleio by £50. Launches February with TiVo OS, Netflix, and 60 channels
www.cordbusters.co.uk/manhattan-la...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/manhattan-la...
Manhattan Launches New Freely Box, The Aero, For £69.99 | Cord Busters
Manhattan’s new Aero 4K TV Streamer brings Freely to any TV - undercutting rival Pleio by £50. Launches February with TiVo OS, Netflix, and 60+ channels
www.cordbusters.co.uk
January 27, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Manhattan's new Aero 4K TV Streamer brings Freely to any TV - undercutting rival Pleio by £50. Launches February with TiVo OS, Netflix, and 60 channels
www.cordbusters.co.uk/manhattan-la...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/manhattan-la...
Freely is fastest growing TV platform in 2025, surpassing one million weekly users over Christmas period
www.everyonetv.co.uk/news/press-r...
www.everyonetv.co.uk/news/press-r...
Freely is fastest growing TV platform in 2025, surpassing one million weekly users over Christmas period
UK broadcasters reap rewards of joint streaming platform, as audiences embrace linear streaming on Freely.
www.everyonetv.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 4:27 AM
Freely is fastest growing TV platform in 2025, surpassing one million weekly users over Christmas period
www.everyonetv.co.uk/news/press-r...
www.everyonetv.co.uk/news/press-r...
In addition to Bluesky & Mastodon, we can now be found at ukstvc.tumblr.com
The feed is currently being beta tested.
The feed is currently being beta tested.
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January 20, 2026 at 3:22 AM
In addition to Bluesky & Mastodon, we can now be found at ukstvc.tumblr.com
The feed is currently being beta tested.
The feed is currently being beta tested.
The Humax Aura Freeview recorder has been discontinued after 5 years. What's replacing it, and what does this mean for the future of Freeview recording?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-f...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-f...
Humax Aura Freeview Box Axed As Freely Boxes Loom | Cord Busters
The Humax Aura Freeview recorder has been discontinued after 5 years. What’s replacing it, and what does this mean for the future of Freeview recording?
www.cordbusters.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 3:19 AM
The Humax Aura Freeview recorder has been discontinued after 5 years. What's replacing it, and what does this mean for the future of Freeview recording?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-f...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/humax-aura-f...
The Pleio Freely box - the Freeview streaming alternative - jumped from £99 to £119.88. Is it still worth buying, or should you wait?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Pleio Freely Box Gets Pricier Just Two Months After Launch | Cord Busters
The Pleio Freely box - the Freeview streaming alternative - jumped from £99 to £119.88. Is it still worth buying, or should you wait?
www.cordbusters.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 12:04 AM
The Pleio Freely box - the Freeview streaming alternative - jumped from £99 to £119.88. Is it still worth buying, or should you wait?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Netgem's Pleio box has a new, unusual ownership model - you're buying a subscription, not hardware. But what's the practical impact for consumers?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
The Pleio Freely Box Twist: You Don’t Own It For A Year | Cord Busters
Netgem’s Pleio box has a new, unusual ownership model – you’re buying a subscription, not hardware. But what’s the practical impact for consumers?
www.cordbusters.co.uk
January 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Netgem's Pleio box has a new, unusual ownership model - you're buying a subscription, not hardware. But what's the practical impact for consumers?
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
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Radio Changes @ukradiochanges.bsky.social
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Media News @ukmedianews.bsky.social
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December 22, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Before ordering the £99 Pleio Freely box, read this. From poor aerial reception solutions to streaming compromises - 16 essential facts for buyers
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Pleio Freely Box: 15 Things We’ve Learned After 1 Month | Cord Busters
Before ordering the £99 Pleio Freely box, read this. From poor aerial reception solutions to streaming compromises - 16 essential facts for buyers
www.cordbusters.co.uk
December 20, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Before ordering the £99 Pleio Freely box, read this. From poor aerial reception solutions to streaming compromises - 16 essential facts for buyers
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Sky makes the move to a streaming only future...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/sky-q-no-lon...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/sky-q-no-lon...
End of an Era: Sky Q No Longer Sold On Sky’s Website | Cord Busters
Sky Q removed from online ordering as Sky pushes customers to streaming. The recording satellite-based box still available by phone - but for how long?
www.cordbusters.co.uk
December 11, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Sky makes the move to a streaming only future...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/sky-q-no-lon...
www.cordbusters.co.uk/sky-q-no-lon...
Now you see it...
Now you don't...
Netgem's Pleio Freely box is frequently going in and out of stock at Amazon.
Still expensive at £99 but the one year free trial of the gaming and extra channels features may make the price a little more palatable.
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Now you don't...
Netgem's Pleio Freely box is frequently going in and out of stock at Amazon.
Still expensive at £99 but the one year free trial of the gaming and extra channels features may make the price a little more palatable.
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Pleio Freely Box Back In Stock, With A Surprising New Offer | Cord Busters
The Pleio Freely box is back in stock with 12 months of free gaming and extra channels - up from 3 months. Here’s what changed and if it’s worth £99
www.cordbusters.co.uk
December 8, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Now you see it...
Now you don't...
Netgem's Pleio Freely box is frequently going in and out of stock at Amazon.
Still expensive at £99 but the one year free trial of the gaming and extra channels features may make the price a little more palatable.
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Now you don't...
Netgem's Pleio Freely box is frequently going in and out of stock at Amazon.
Still expensive at £99 but the one year free trial of the gaming and extra channels features may make the price a little more palatable.
www.cordbusters.co.uk/pleio-freely...
Although it didn't last for very long as it seems to be out of stock again.
December 5, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Although it didn't last for very long as it seems to be out of stock again.
The addition of Talking Pictures for connected devices is quite revealing as the Freely API still displays the broadcast SID number. An extra page will be added to the Freely blog with a full list of channels available on connected devices not using an aerial.
November 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM
The addition of Talking Pictures for connected devices is quite revealing as the Freely API still displays the broadcast SID number. An extra page will be added to the Freely blog with a full list of channels available on connected devices not using an aerial.
