Techy Tips

  • Freeview Retune for upcoming 4G mobile broadband

    Broadband services for mobile phones and similar devices will impact on Freeview Digital TV from this October. Most of us will just have to retune our Digital TV and Digital Recorder(We’ll post some information on this nearer the time and will offer a re-tune service for those who need help) Where viewers equipment include signal […]

  • BBC Olympics Coverage change for CBBC

    The BBC is the main broadcaster of the London 2012 Olympics.  To maximise coverage of the event, there is a temporary change to the Freeview lineup. BBC3 on Freeview channel 7 will become 24hr during the games, utilising the usual daytime feed for CBBC. There will also be extra Red Button services during the games. Let’s hope […]

  • ‘YouView’ launch finally here…

    Due for launch this summer, the next evolution of digital TV merges Freeview with the best of Internet TV. Working like most digital TV recorders, it will allow simple recording of your favourite Freeview services and also allow downloading and live streaming of internet TV services. The first Recorders from Humax should hit the shelves […]

  • New TV station launch

    Channel Four recently added ‘4seven‘ to it’s lineup showcasing the best picks of the week from Channel Four, E4 and More 4…Sky customers will find 4seven on sky channel 140Freesat viewers will find 4seven on freesat channel 127Freeview viewers may need to retune their equipment to find 4seven on channel 474seven‘s website can be found […]

  • Live Formula 1 in the UK

    Is there a way to watch Formula 1 live in the UK without subscribing to sky’s new F1 channel? With a couple of limitations, yes…European broadcaster RTL have the rights to live F1 on RTL Germany which can be viewed in the UK with the right equipment. The audio and commentary will be in German so a […]

  • Sky planner changes that effect itv+1 recordings

    On 27th February, ITV1 +1 is making some service changes which will affect ITV1+1 recordings set on your Sky+ or Sky+ HD Box. sky viewers will still be able to enjoy their programmes.  However, as a result of the changes, any ITV1+1 programmes which have been set on a box to record (including series link) […]

  • I want one…

    What a great toy disguised as a survey tool… I’ve been asked to install a small GPS antenna for a company called Korec and I saw this on their website.I’m sure there is a real toy version but this one will take automatic pictures for you.007 material! Go here for more info…

  • We’re all going gadget mad…

    50% of consumers use second screen while watching TV! Nearly 50% of consumers are using another electronic device while watching TV at home. Consumer research identified the most popular reasons for usage as boredom, needing something else to do and keeping in touch with friends.  Ten percent of respondents said it makes them feel part […]

  • ‘five’ expand on freesat

                           Channel Five have now added their sister services to the freesat platform.(Taken from the CAI website)Freesat adds Channel 5 Range!. Freesat has added a range of Channel 5 channels to its TV line-up. Channel 5+1, 5 USA, 5 USA+1, 5* and 5*+1 are all now […]

  • Humax Freeview recorders freezing

    Has your HUMAX freeview recorder ‘Frozen’ or ‘Locked up’ since 14th Dec? Please read below for more information. If you can’t make head’nor’tail of this, please call me on 01437 711 142 or email me on info@1a-aerials.com for helpImportant notice PVR-9150T, PVR-9200T, PVR-9300T issues Dear Trade Partner,Some broadcast changes were made on the UK DTT platform […]

  • Mailshot marketing… Assess all your options first!

    Many of us will have seen the flyer come through the letterbox this week from one of the Broadband via satellite providers.I have experience of various providers and some are better than others so make sure you look at fine print for monthly allowances amongst other details and ask opinions of those who already have internet via […]

  • Mobile phone signal via your wireless router

    If you use an Orange, T-Mobile or Vodafone handset and struggle for signal at home or work, with the right handset and wifi signal, you can have reliable mobile reception with Orange / T-Moblie Signal Boost UMA or Vodafone Sure SignalClick here to read about UMA From Orange (Applies to T-Mobile customers as well) Click […]