Tag: TV
Viewers welcome ‘more enlightened portrayals’ of sex on TV, says Ofcom report
Normal People. Image: BBC Audiences welcome ‘more enlightened’ TV portrayals of sex, including focus on consent and female empowerment Viewers consider graphic, realistic TV violence ups dramatic value Warnings and the watershed still considered important measures to protect children People expect ‘edgier’ content to be shown on subscription streaming services Viewers…
Average Brit spends £1,852 on subscriptions each year
Subscription services can provide us with easy access to just about anything, from streaming services and meal kits to wellness plans and music. But these subscription services add up quickly and can end up costing you thousands each year. It’s easy to lose track of all the subscription services you’re signed up for and end…
3 in 5 Brits admit law breaking TV viewing habits
The majority of Brits are prepared to bend or break the rules to either get extra streaming services, watch pay-per-view (PPV) events and movies or avoid paying for their TV licence. Research by streaming service WatchTVAbroad.com reveals that in total 62% have done something illegal for the sake of their small screen viewing, with this rising to 85% among…
Squeezed households could slash mobile, broadband and TV bills by up to £250, claims Which?
Squeezed households could get ahead of upcoming price hikes and slash their mobile, broadband and TV bills by up to £250, Which? has found. As many mobile, TV and broadband firms prepare to hike monthly bills by up to 18 per cent this spring, new Which? research finds that customers could save over £250 a…
How to save money on your Mobile, Broadband and Streaming costs in 2023
As the curtain comes down on 2022, many of us will be looking ahead to the new year for ways to save money. Our broadband, mobile, pay-TV and streaming services are often overlooked as ways to make savings. However, taking the time to audit your bills and subscriptions could quickly save you hundreds of pounds…
BBC needs to reach those on lower incomes, Ofcom finds
The BBC needs to do more to reach and resonate with viewers and listeners on lower incomes, Ofcom has found in its annual report on the BBC’s performance. Ofcom's report finds that people in lower socio-economic groups – who account for almost a quarter of the UK population – are less engaged and less satisfied with…
2 in 3 Americans find it ‘nearly impossible’ to get through TV and movie watch list
The average American has 13 TV shows and 16 movies on their watch list to get through — averaging 104 total hours — enough content to last for a globe-trotting flight around the world twice over. That's according to a survey of 2,000 adults which discovered 68% of Americans have a TV show and movie…
Study: Brits spend almost 59 hours a week online, claims survey
Brits spend almost 59 hours a week online, the equivalent of more than 2 full days out of 7, according to a survey by cybersecurity company NordVPN. This amounts to 128 days a year, or more than 22 years per lifetime online. However, that's the 4th lowest number among 16 surveyed countries globally. The average…
Freeview Play and LG announce new 5 year deal
Freeview Play and LG have strengthened their partnership with a new five-year agreement, announced today. This means that all new LG TVs will come with Freeview Play built-in as standard. Freeview and LG will also work together on future product updates to continue to innovate the user experience. Freeview Play claims it is the UK’s…
Apple TV+ launches on Sky Glass
Apple TV+ arrives on Sky Glass, the streaming TV from Sky, as well as Sky Q today, Tuesday 14 December in the UK & Ireland. From multi-Emmy award-winning comedy Ted Lasso to The Morning Show, Sky customers will be able to stream Apple TV+ favourites as well as new and exclusive Apple Originals every month, completely…
