UK-based local TV operator That’s Media has launched That’s TV Gold on Sky and Freeview on July 9, 2021.
BBC, ITV and C4 complete Digital UK and Freesat integration
BBC, ITV and Channel 4 have announced that they have brought together Digital UK Ltd, which facilitates the provision of Freeview, and Freesat (UK) Ltd, which offers access to the UK’s subscription-free satellite TV service.
Android TV update for Freeview Play viewers
Updates to the Freeview Play homescreen have been made or viewers using the Android TV interface.
Arqiva pulls out of Freeview
Arqiva is to stand down as a shareholder in Digital UK, the company behind Freeview.
TNT International debuts on Freeview
The Gazprom-Media Entertainment TV (GETV) channel TNT International has been launched in the UK via the FTA Channelbox on Freeview.
Vestel and Freeview Play renew licence agreement
UK DTT platform Freeview has renewed its contract with European TV set manufacturer Vestel.
Humax launches first Android TV 4K Freeview Play recorder
Humax has launched a new ultra high definition recorder for the Freeview DTT platform.
Sony Movies Christmas to launch September 24
This year, the pop-up channel Sony Movies Christmas is launching on Thursday, September 24.
Sky Arts to become a free to air channel
Sky Arts, the UK’s only channel dedicated to arts and culture, is to be made free for everyone this September.
Digital UK adds to management team
Digital UK, which runs the Freeview DTT platform has appointed former Channel 4 head of product Sarah Milton to a new chief operating officer post. At the same time former Ofcom director Steve Gettings takes over Strategy and Policy role.