How do I get YouView on my TV?
There are 3 ways to get YouView. YouView is available in all major retailers and many independent electrical stores including John Lewis, Currys Digital, Argos, Tesco, Amazon, Richer Sounds, Euronics and Maplins. YouView is available as part of broadband bundle through TalkTalk and BT.
Is BT YouView free?
The box itself isn’t cheap and a YouView+ box can cost up to £100 more than the cheaper recording-free model. The initial cost is lower if you get a subscription from BT or TalkTalk though, as the YouView box is typically included with no upfront cost.
Is YouView still going?
In the past, YouView also had the Sky VOD Store as an app – but Sky removed it in 2016. The picture quality on YouView goes up to HD on supported channels, and can even go up to Ultra HD 4K on the newer boxes – but there are no 4K Freeview channels yet, so 4K would only work with some limited on-demand content.
What’s the difference between YouView and Freeview?
As Freeview Play is an open platform, TV and set-top box manufacturers can shape the service to offer what they like. Our advice: check before you get your credit card out. YouView, on the other hand, has the Netflix app on its platform by default, along with Now TV and (for those with a BT TV subscription) BT Player.
Do I have to pay for YouView?
We have thousands of free… The choice is yours. Buy a box from a retail store and you can use it subscription free. We have thousands of free On Demand programmes to watch but if you want a little more, we offer a range of subscription services, like Netflix, you can sign up to.
Do I need a YouView box if I have a smart TV?
It depends what you use the box for. Recording is the main feature of the box. smart TV will only normally come with 1 tuner, so if you plan to use a USB device to record on, you won’t be able watch anything while recording. you also won’t get any subscription channels you may have on the TV.
Does BT YouView box need an aerial?
BT TV boxes will work without a Freeview aerial connected, but you’ll be missing out on lots of channels and some On Demand services. You won’t be able to watch or record any Freeview channels like BBC, ITV, Channel 4 or Channel 5.
What is the point of YouView?
YouView provides access to free-to-air digital terrestrial television (DTT) channels from Freeview using an aerial connection, and to TV on demand (“catch-up TV”) services using a broadband internet connection.
Do I need an aerial for YouView?
You will need an aerial to enable YouView and to have retuned your TV to a UK digital TV signal at least once, thereafter if the aerial is removed you will only be able to watch On Demand and use the search features (Internet required).
Will YouView work with any broadband?
Any YouView box (including BT or TalkTalk branded ones) can work with any ISP and will deliver all core YouView services without limitation. So, that’s all the DTT channels your aeriel can pick up plus on demand/catch-up content supplied via YouView apps from BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Five and UKTV with no contract.
Can I buy a YouView box?
Does a YouView box need to be purchased through an internet provider? You can buy a standalone box from eBay. You’ll be able to access HD and on-demand content without any issues at all.
Can you use a BT TV box wirelessly?
Yes, all BT TV packages come with broadband. You won’t be able to get flexible BT TV without it. We have a range of fast, reliable fibre broadband packages for you to pick from. The new BT TV box is wifi-enabled, allowing for a wireless connection with your hub.
Can I use my Sky dish as an aerial for BT?
You cannot connect a Sky dish to your BT Box. You’ll need to have a TV (Freeview) aerial installed. Another option is to buy a Freesat box and connect that to your Sky Dish.
Do you have to pay for YouView?
Do I need an aerial to watch YouView?
Can I use my YouView box after leaving BT?
Re: Youview box work after cancelled tv subscription? All YouView standard features work on all boxes at all times, regardless of who sold you your box and whether you’re in or out of contract.
Do you need a BT box with a smart TV?
Re: I have a smart TV and don’t use the BT-TV box; do I need BT TV classic? Unless you want BT Classic TV you really don’t need it, or your youview box.
Does BT TV use aerial or internet?
To get BT TV you need to have BT Broadband. BT TV combines Freeview channels via your aerial, with premium channels and Video On Demand via your broadband connection. There’s a minimum line speed for BT TV. When you’re placing your order we’ll tell you the broadband speed.
Can I watch BT TV without a box?
BT TV provides Freeview channels through your aerial, and premium channels via broadband. To get Freeview channels which are available in your area, you’ll need a working rooftop TV aerial with the right cabling to plug into the BT TV box. You won’t be able to use the cables installed for Sky or Virgin.
Will BT TV work without an aerial?
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