Freely
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Freely claims ’biggest viewing day since launch’ but won’t provide numbers
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The service runs on selected TVs from mostly low and mid-market brands and offers linear channels from its backers via broadband.
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Ministers launch consultation on closing down Freeview in 2034
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Freeview could be switched off by 2034 after ministers published proposals to deliver television channels over broadband instead of traditional aerials.
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PSBs want streaming stick makers banned from encouraging users to rearrange apps
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Broadcasters are unhappy at Ofcom’s proposals for how streaming sticks and smart TVs should display their apps, while device makers have accused the regulator of exceeding Parliament’s intent.
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techUK urges BBC to look beyond Freely and iPlayer to reach audiences
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The BBC needs to embrace “more flexibility in how its content is presented” to audiences if it’s to remain relevant and accessible to audiences in a post broadcast world.
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TV makers can now monetise viewing on Freely TVs
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Hisense is set to launch new FAST channels on its TV models which support Freely, the internet TV service owned by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and 5.
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Hisense passes 1m Freely TVs mark
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The service delivers a selection of subscription-free channels over broadband and displayed on a traditional programme guide (EPG).