Freeview has confirmed that 3 channels have just been removed meaning you can no longer tune in.
If you get your fix of TV via Freeview there’s some bad news. It’s been confirmed that a trio of channels have just been removed from the platform which means homes will no longer be able to tune into some movie and music content.
The update, which happened late last week, has now removed Create & Craft (Channel 85), Pop Max (Channel 206) and Filmstream (Channel 257) which only launched earlier this year. Filmstream was aimed at showing films not available on standard channels such as independent world cinema and old classics.
There’s currently no word why these three channels have closed down although Freeview has confirmed that, “Channels are constantly evolving on Freeview with individual channels making the decision to move, add or remove channels. Freeview continues to ensure that audiences can enjoy a rich and varied content.”
As with any Freeview update, it’s now a good idea to retune your screen or set-top box to make sure the telly guide is up to date. If you’re not sure how to check your device there are full details here.
“On 10th December 2024 some broadcasters are making important changes to their channels,” Freeview confirmed
“You will need to retune to update your TV and keep your channels and TV Guide up to date.”
Although the loss of those services is bad news, Freeview has recently added a number of new things to its platform including Rewind TV which offers back-to-back access to older shows such as The Prisoner, Drop the Dead Donkey, Worzel Gummidge, Whose Line Is It Anyway, Tony Hancock and The Charmer.
SonLife and wedotv were also added to the TV guide meaning users of the service had lots more things to watch. Sadly, that big boost hasn’t lasted for long with Freeview just confirming that a trio of channels are now shutting down.
Freeview’s sister service – called Freely – has just had a big upgrade with this streaming service boosting its channels.
At its launch, there were only around 20 channels to view via this streaming platform but that’s now been increased to more than 40.
New things to view include content from AMC Networks International UK (AMCNI UK), PBS America, GB News and QVC.
The new partnerships brings the total line-up to over 40 streamed live channels seamlessly integrated with 74,000 hours of on-demand content from eleven different players.
For those not aware, Freely launched earlier this year and comes built into a swathe of new TVs including models made by Bush, Hisense and Panasonic.
