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Freeview - UK Digital TVThis page provides information about the Freeview TV service, including information on how to get Freeview, help with reception, and answers to common questions
What is Freeview?Freeview
is a Digital TV service that allows you to
watch extra channels via your TV aerial. You don't need a dish, and there's
no subscription - all you need is a Freeview set-top box.
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| For more on the Freeview channels, see our info page, or see our channel lineup page |
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Here's what to do if you're looking to get Freeview's extra channels:
The cost? There's
no subscription costs, or rental agreements, so the one-off cost
for the set-top box is all you'll pay for the extra channels.
| For help with getting started, see our 'New to Freeview' page. |
There's quite a range of set-top boxes, with differing features and styling. Here are a few things to consider when buying a Freeview box:
If you're looking to buy a Freeview receiver, take a look at our set-top box page for the full range of UK boxes. Below, you'll find our 'Quick Picks' - three different types of box, to suit differing budgets:
| For info on set-top boxes, and a price summary, see our Freeview Boxes page |
Freeview
offers digital services, such as programme listings, digital teletext
and games. Check out BBCi on channel 105 for an example of the text services
available. Below are some screenshots of Freeview's text and interactive
services (click the image to get a larger version):
![]() Teletext Weather |
![]() BBCi News Multiscreen |
![]() Channel 4 Listings |
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The FrequencyCast podcast features Freeview news and chat. Listen to our free shows online or download to your MP3 player 60 second teaser | Get via iTunes | Latest Show | More Info |
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