BT Vision launch date confirmed

News is out that BT Vision is officially due to launch on Monday 4th December 2006.

BT Vision is a combined Freeview, digital hard-disk recorder, and on-demand TV service from BT. It will use a BT Broadband connection to download TV programmes and movies, and provide access to extra services via a set-top box and BT Home Hub. More details at radioandtelly.co.uk/btvision.html. You can also join our special BT Vision mailing list by clicking here

Money off a Slingbox

Dixons are running a special offer on Slingbox - the magic box that connects to your home broadband, and lets you watch your home TV from around the world.

To get £20 off, order from dixons.co.uk , and at the checkout, enter the discount code NOW35 to get the Slingbox for £129.99.

FrequencyCast #08 Launched

The latest release of our TV podcast, FrequencyCast Show 08 has been released this evening. This latest show features the following:

Top Up TV - Delays of two months reported on the new 'Anytime' box angers customers.

Sky Digital - Sky's snatched hit show 'Lost' from Channel 4 - we also look at details of their latest 'new customer' offer.

Voice over Internet: A look at making voice and video calls over the Internet, to make some serious savings. We look at MSN, Skype, BT Broadband Talk and Vonage.

Verballs - Top gadget for Christmas 2006, a look at this Skype speakerphone and desktop companion

We also look at your questions on HomePlugs, TopUp, DigiGuide, Five US, TV remotes, anti-virus, DAB, Telewest and more.

You can listen to show 08 online, or download it to your MP3 player from frequencycast.co.uk/cast08.html

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BT Vision getting closer

Announcements continue to come thick and fast regarding the new TV and video-on-demand service from BT - BT Vision. Still billed for "Autumn 2006", this combines Freeview TV, and TV/film content downloaded over BT Broadband. Most recent addition to the lineup, is Disney / Buena Vista TV, with their huge range of TV and films.

BT Vision is set to be a very exciting offering. More on our BT Vision page

Sky TV Half-price offer extended

Sky has announced that it's extending the half-price subscription offer into November 2006 - so if you're thinking of getting Sky for Christmas, this is the offer for you. You get half-price Sky Digital subscription for the first 3 months as well as a £10 credit off your first bill. Prices from £7.50 a month (then £15 a month). The offer includes free installation and a free dish and digibox. Offer only applies when ordered online, and ends 30th November 2006.

Details at: www.sky.com/skycom.