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Freeview Focus on... Jessica-Jane Clement
20 January 2012
Model, presenter, actress and star of 2011’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, Jessica-Jane Clement is back on our screens this month. Appearing in FHM’s Top 100 Sexiest Women, hosting her own show for BBC Three and presenting 11 whole series of The Real Hustle – it’s time to talk to Jessica-Jane about her TV world.
CBeebies Live!
13 January 2012
CBeebies, the fun-filled children’s TV channel on Freeview, will be taking to the road this Easter with your favourite stars for an action-packed tour.
Have an 'appy Christmas with iSqueakTV!
14 December 2011
iSqueakTV is the great new iPhone app that turns your speak into squeak. It’s great for Christmas parties and family get togethers, and recreating your favourite TV catchphrases!
Freeview Focus on... Joanne Froggatt
13 December 2011
Joanne Froggatt is the award-winning actress who plays Anna Bates, the head housemaid in Downton Abbey. With a list of endless TV credits under her belt, including Robin Hood, Spooks and Murder in the Outback, Joanne speaks to Freeview about her favourite TV and the success of the brilliant Downton Abbey.
Win a HD Spy Gadget with Covert Affairs on Really!
28 October 2011
Get set for a series of action, drama and criminal activity as Piper Perabo (Coyote Ugly, The Prestige) and Christopher Gorham (Ugly Betty, Jake 2.0) join forces to star in the UK premiere of Covert Affairs on Really.
Exclusive Freeview+ HD deals on QVC
28 October 2011
On 12th November, QVC will be offering the Panasonic DMR-PWT500 Blu-ray player with Freeview+ HD as part of their Today's Special Value deal.
Freeview's Halloween Highlights
27 October 2011
If you like being scared to death or seriously spooked, you’ll be glad to hear that Freeview is providing the thrills throughout this Halloween weekend. With the host of horror films, scary specials and freakishly good documentaries, we recommend you have a cushion or two to hide behind.
Freeview Focus on... Sarah Solemani
28 October 2011
Sarah Solemani plays Becky in the hugely popular comedy series Him & Her. Having appeared in a variety of comedy and drama programmes and with a host of writing credits under her belt, we caught up with Sarah to find out what makes her tick when it comes to TV.
Reza, Spice Prince of India on Food Network
21 October 2011
To celebrate the new series, Reza, Spice Prince of India, we have two Food Network Goody Bags to give away.
The all-new Freeview HD TV Guide app for iPad, iPhone and Android smartphones & tablets
18 October 2011
Freeview has just launched the updated feature-packed Freeview HD TV Guide app for iPad, Android and iPhone.
Autumn TV highlights on Freeview from Channel 4 and E4
29 September 2011
Channel 4, Channel 4 HD and E4 have just announced a whole host of shows coming to Freeview this autumn. We’ve gone through the listings and hand-picked the best highlights that are coming up, mixing comedy, drama and documentary.
Freeview Focus on... Tom Davis
29 September 2011
Actor, comedian and mimic, Tom Davis, returns to our screens in October to play The Warm Up Guy. We caught up with Tom for a quick chat about his TV habits and to go through his comedy CV.
Let CITV and Enjoy England fill up your half term!
29 September 2011
CITV will be dedicating a whole week of great TV shows during the half term, including Pokémon movies and Horrid Henry. We've also teamed up with Enjoy England for outdoor ideas in the school break!
Back to Reality
25 August 2011
The X Factor and Big Brother, two of the UK’s most-watched shows from last year, returned to our screens this month with one almighty bang. Are you tuning in or turning off?!
Freeview Focus on... Rhod Gilbert
24 August 2011
As he approaches almost a decade in comedy, Rhod Gilbert returns to BBC One and BBC One HD for a brand-spanking new series of Ask Rhod Gilbert this month. Winner of various Chortle awards, named Time Out’s Comic of the Year and owner of the ‘Wales’ Sexiest Male’ title, WE ask Rhod Gilbert to tell us about his TV habits.
Really comes to Freeview - win a Really goody bag
2 August 2011
Really comes to Freeview channel 20, bursting with a fun mix of female entertainment, reality TV and documentaries. You Really have to see it to believe it!
School's Out For Summer!
1 August 2011
It’s official - school is out and the summer is here! Well, kind of. Come rain or shine, indoors or outdoors, there is something for everyone to do this summer holiday. If you’re going away, staying indoors or simply looking for ideas to keep the kids entertained this August, Freeview has it covered.
Freeview Focus on... Andi Osho
2 August 2011
Andi Osho is one funny lady. She’s arguably the star of Stand Up For The Week, she's appeared in a host of great TV shows including Casualty and EastEnders, and this month, her stand-up tour is making its way to Edinburgh. We caught up with Andi to talk about her busting moves for charity and why her bottom is not ready for a HD close-up!
Freeview Focus on... Natalie Robb
24 June 2011
Appearing in a wealth of British TV programmes, Natalie Robb now plays feisty Moira Barton in the hugely popular soap, Emmerdale. We caught up with Natalie to talk about her TV world and why working with Jean-Claude Van Damme is a highlight of her career.
Freeview HD's Summer of Sport
24 June 2011
From Tennis to Tour De France, Racing to Rugby, Freeview has a complete summer of sport for you to enjoy in HD, subscription-free.
More Than Just Great TV: it's Smart TV
11 January 2012
There is now a huge selection of new 'Smart TVs' on the market that offer internet-based content through your television. If you like the idea of Facebook on your Freeview or Twitter on your TV then read on, a new 'Smart' Freeview TV may be the perfect solution for your home entertainment needs.
Freeview Focus on... Miss London
26 May 2011
Miss London is a presenter and comedienne from London. She's won a Funny Woman of the Year Award and gets up every weekday morning to entertain a whole nation of kids on CBBC. Freeview caught up with Miss London for a quick TV talk.
Mini CITV Competition
27 May 2011
At Freeview, we love kids TV. Educational, informative and entertaining shows for your little ones, CITV on Freeview channel 75 is a staple channel number for any parent. This month, we have 3 Mini CITV 'Kiddie Kits' to give away!
QVC Beauty
9 May 2011
QVC Beauty has landed on Freeview channel 48! With an extensive range of great skincare, cosmetic and haircare brands, QVC Beauty is dedicated to offering you the best products, offers and advice.
Being... N-Dubz in America and Beyond
8 April 2011
Being... N-Dubz in America and Beyond begins with a special double bill on 4Music, Freeview Channel 18, at 7.30pm on Friday April 15th. To celebrate, we've got a Flip UltraHD camera to give away!
Freeview Focus on...Kate Walsh
4 April 2011
We caught up with the lovely Kate Walsh, OK! TV presenter and former contestant of The Apprentice, to talk about the Royal Wedding, her love for Sex and the City and the potential return of Big Brother.
All about... USB TV Tuners
1 March 2011
TVs are not the only way for you to enjoy Freeview's selection of channels. Now you can open up your computer to a whole new world of great television with the addition of a Freeview USB TV Tuner.
Freeview Focus on... Jake Canuso
1 March 2011
Benidorm is back for a brand new series on ITV1 in February. We caught up with Jake Canuso, who plays ladies man Mateo, to talk about his Italian idol, working with writer Derren Litten and what to expect from series four of the show that's set in the sun.
A Freeview of 2010
28 January 2011
2010 was a great year for TV. There was the World Cup, The Apprentice, The X Factor, Big Brother, I'm A Celebrity, Strictly Come Dancing and Britain's Got Talent. Take a trip down memory lane as we review last year's top TV highlights and reveal the Top TV moment of 2010 decided by you the viewer.
Freeview Focus on... Daniel Casey
27 January 2011
Daniel Casey is an English actor with an impressive performance CV, appearing across the Freeview channels. After starring in Our Friends in the North on BBC Two, Daniel went on to play Sgt. Gavin Troy in ITV’s crime drama Midsomer Murders. Daniel will join the cast of Marchlands, a new supernatural drama on ITV1, playing the role of Scott.
EastEnders goes HD for Christmas
22 December 2010
On Christmas day, EastEnders will be broadcast for the first time in stunning high definition on BBC One HD. In celebration, we'e got some exclusive photos and fascinating inside facts about the preparation of the shows HD premiere.
Freeview's Festive Highlights
22 December 2010
Christmas would not be Christmas without Christmas TV. What with the classic films, the comedy repeats and the exciting new specials that are talked about all autumn, your are really in for a treat this festive season on Freeview.
Check out Freeview's Festive Highlights below.
Freeview Focus on... Jocelyn Jee Esien
21 October 2010
BAFTA nominated actress and star of Little Miss Jocelyn, Jocelyn Jee Esien is back on BBC Three for a side-splitting one-woman series called ‘ One Non Blonde’, every Wednesday night at 12.40am.
We caught up with Jocelyn to talk about Wonder Woman, Neighbourly love and her over-indulgence when it comes to Sherry.
Freeview Focus on.... Martin Trenaman
29 September 2010
PhoneShop returns to E4 on Thursday 7 October at 10pm for a full series. We caught up with Martin Trenaman, who plays Lance, to grill him about the show and why he’ll never forget doing the Hokey Cokey with Bill Bailey.
Off to college? Make sure you take Freeview with you
24 September 2010
So you are no longer an Inbetweener (now on E4): as a fully fledged student at the start of a new term and a new chapter in your life, you have enough to think about this month - what with moving, student loans, making new friends and the overabundance of student nights you’ll have to attend.
Autumn 2010 New Season on Freeview
9 September 2010
September is an exciting time in TV land. All the big broadcasters announce their new shows with the promise of some seriously great programming across the Freeview channels. Comedy, drama, documentaries and reality TV; there really is something for everyone on its way.
Freeview upgrades iPhone app for iOS 4 users following user feedback
24 August 2010
Version 1.1 for easier TV planning, favourite programme sharing and searching of Freeview content
How to buy a flatscreen TV
21 June 2010
If you've held out from buying an HD flatscreen TV this long, you have inadvertently made a very clever decision.
With the launch of Freeview HD you can now get the most from you new TV right from the off.
4Music’s BlogStar!
4 June 2010
We want to run a competition fronted by likable duo Matt & Darren to find a self-motivated, enthusiastic music fan who is digitally savvy and ideally already an active blogger with a healthy online following. The winner will spend 3 months with the 4Music online team and help create fresh and exciting content which we wholly own the rights to. We will encourage them to work on the following...
First Freeview HD boxes go on sale in London
12 February 2010
It was only last week we saw the first review of the Humax HD-FOX T2 box on Tech Radar .
They are now in John Lewis on Oxford Street and available from other retailers from Monday (15/2).
Freeview launches iPhone app - the Freeview HD TV Guide
16 February 2010
Just as the first Freeview HD boxes arrive instore Freeview has launched its new iPhone app.
Now you can plan your viewing whilst you are on the go and make sure you catch your favourite programmes.
Freeview HD latest news
10 December 2009
Wednesday 2nd December saw the technical launch of Freeview HD. The BBC HD and ITV 1 HD transmission is now live from the TV masts in London (Crystal Palace) and the Granada TV region (Winter Hill).
CNN Competition
9 December 2009
Keep up with all of the latest world news and debate, on the move, with an iPod nano from CNN.
Freeview on your PC
Autumn 2009 New Season on Freeview
2 September 2009
The nights may be drawing in on our 'Barbecue Summer' but fortunately there's a rich choice of new drama, entertainment and factual programmes on Freeview to dazzle you this Autumn (Generation Kill, Channel 4).
Film4 Summer Screen Competition
14 July 2009
The Film4 Summer Screen returns for another year and Freeview have got a pair of tickets to give away!
Virgin1 all day everyday, plus Virgin1+1
21 May 2009
From 20 May Virgin1 began broadcasting 24 hours a day and Virgin1+1 launched on channel 35.
Due to technical changes made with Virgin1 you will need to retune your Freeview box, digital TV recorder or digital TV to see the channel.
Quest postpones launch on Freeview
13 May 2009
Quest has postponed the launch of its channel on Freeview citing 'commercial factors'. More soon...
Skins returns...
22 January 2009
E4's home-grown drama series is back from 22nd January, but with just two of the original cast returning, Skins 3 introduces a gang of new faces. Meet the class of 2009...
CNN International launches on Freeview on 15 January
12 January 2009
From 15 January CNN International will be available on Freeview channel 84 everyday from 9pm to 1am. A retune may be required to see this new service - see infomation below.
The Viewtrition Report
18 November 2008
Written by child psychologist Dr Tanya Byron, the report looks at the effects of TV viewing on young children, as well as new research commissioned by Freeview on how parents manage their children’s television viewing and what they believe are the effects of watching TV.
Sony Launch Play TV
18 September 2008
On 19 September 2008 Sony launched PlayTV so now you can watch and record Freeview through your PlayStation 3
4Music launches
7 August 2008
4Music launched on Freeview channel 18 on Friday 15 August replacing The Hits. Continuing Channel4's already legendary music output, 4Music will launched with exclusive live coverage of the V Festival on August 16 and 17, with headline sets from The Verve and Muse.
Freeview Facts 2008
3 March 2008
The switch to digital TV is progressing at a rapid pace and 86.7% of UK households now receive digital TV on their main TV set. A lot of this is due to the rapid growth of Freeview to become the UK's biggest TV platform. Here's some more things you may not know about Freeview and the switch to digital TV:
Stress-free Christmas
5 December 2007
Worn out Brits are set to nod off at 4.30pm on Christmas day this year, as the effects of surviving the festive season - burning the candle at both ends, travelling long distances and arguing with ‘in-laws’ over what to watch on the box all take their toll, according to new research from Freeview.
It's one small step for TV...
30 September 2007
From the shocking events of 9/11, back to the incredible footage of the first moon landing and the national joy at winning the 1966 World Cup – the definitive TV moments that have fuelled Britain’s TV obsession over the last 50 years were revealed in a special poll.
2007 IRB Rugby World Cup
31 August 2007
ITV is providing its most extensive coverage throughout the 2007 IRB World Cup in France. Watch all the games live on ITV1 and ITV4 through to the final on 20 October Check out the fixture list on the ITV website.
Blink and you'll miss it
4 June 2007
Sharon Stone’s ‘did she or didn’t she’ flashing scene in Basic Instinct has beaten Sir Geoff Hurst’s ‘did he or didn’t he’ crossbar influenced strike in the 1966 World Cup Final to top a poll of the nation’s most paused TV moments.
Freeview Playback launches
31 May 2007
This month sees the arrival of Freeview Playback digital TV recorders which make it easy to record digital TV.
There's no need for tapes, no timers and you get to watch the TV you want, when you want it.
And just like Freeview, Freeview Playback has no monthly subscription, unlike some other digital TV recorders on the market.
Freeview Facts 2006
1 December 2006
Sometimes it’s just good to be ‘in the know’. The digital TV landscape is pretty exciting, and we thought it was about time we shared a few stats so you can impress friends with your knowledge of digital TV facts and figures.
Free up your finances
6 January 2007
If you are feeling the pinch on your finances this month after an over-indulgent Christmas, check out our Top 10 ways to enjoy free entertainment in 2007.