Natasha Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Hi I'm wondering...what exactly is Freeview? I saw the ad...is it 15 free HD channels or normal channels? What content will we be getting? Do we need a special set top box for it or use the HD Set Top Box (one I already one) I'm so confused but intrigued at the same time. I've Googled, but it didn't come up with much. Natasha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierced Musie Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 In the UK Freeview gives access to other channels without having a monthly fee. Some of the channels are a little crappy but you aren't paying for it so all is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish_angel Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 I have ITV2+1,BBC3&4, Sky 3, E4+1, Virgin, Film 4 and some other channels on my freeview. I think where i live stops me picking up the other channels that are available on it like Five US, Fiver and More 4 and more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetti Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 I have Freeview HD and I have all the channels I can access apart from Sentana Sports Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Natasha, I think Ireland and Australia are phasing out terrestrial(?) viewing and bringing in Freeview. As far as I'm aware, everybody in the country will automatically receive a bundle of channels. There are no fees, but I don't know if you have to get a box or not. I don't know what it's like in Australia, but over here, rural areas only receive 3 (sometimes 4) channels with the TV ears (that's if you don't have digital). So when Freeview comes in, everybody will have access to the same channels whether they are in the cities or country villages/towns. I think the Irish Freeview is being done now, and they'll cut TV transmission in 2010 (?) and Freeview will come into effect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zetti Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 All the digital transitition for my area will be done in 2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 I don't get all this digital stuff... Am I just stupid or something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superman's girlfriend Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 In Belgium we have to pay extra for BBC three & BBC FOUR I used to watch Hallmark which came together with the Prime Channels,well now they charge you extra for the hallmark channel which comes with BBC three & FOUR but i don't need any of that! + The Prime Channels suck they're always showing the same movies which costs about 20€ a month. Two years ago i bought that digibox piece of sh!t,it may be worth 10€ but i payed 250€ for it.we can't even buy HDdecoders yet,they're only for rent.by the time they're actually for sell, i'll have to buy a new HDtv! unlocked satellites use to be fun,it's all about the money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzannelgnz Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Natasha, I think Ireland and Australia are phasing out terrestrial(?) viewing and bringing in Freeview. As far as I'm aware, everybody in the country will automatically receive a bundle of channels. There are no fees, but I don't know if you have to get a box or not. I don't know what it's like in Australia, but over here, rural areas only receive 3 (sometimes 4) channels with the TV ears (that's if you don't have digital). So when Freeview comes in, everybody will have access to the same channels whether they are in the cities or country villages/towns. I think the Irish Freeview is being done now, and they'll cut TV transmission in 2010 (?) and Freeview will come into effect. It's the same here in New-Zealand. You buy a set up box which costs between $250-$500 for normal and $500+ for HD (Some of the new HD tv's have freeview pre-installed). It gives you crystal clear reception for the channels you would normally get, and a selection of others which aren't really that great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natasha Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I already have an HD Set Top Box so I will assume I'll automatically get the new channels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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