UK telly addicts are about to get a blockbuster upgrade.It's been confirmed that a total of 8 new UKTV services are coming to British homes, with a swathe of hugely popular content being made available without consumers paying a penny for the privilege of watching.All of the extra FAST channels are advert-supported and completely free to view.Sky introduce new streaming TV 'Sky Glass' in 2021 The update includes famous names such as Top Gear, EastEnders and Holby City with a full list below.
Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTAntiques Roadshow on U • Bargain Hunt on U • DIY SOS on UEastEnders on U • Gardeners' World on U • Holby City on U • Top Gear on U.It's a nice addition, to the telly planner but there is a caveat.These channels are only available on the Freely platform along with the latest LG smart TVs.Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThat means those with Freeview, Sky and Virgin Media will miss out - it's unclear if this will change in the future but there's no word a more widespread release at the moment.
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This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you.You can unsubscribe at any time.More Info.For those unaware, Freely launched back in 2014 and offers access to live tellty via the web rather than an aerial.It's expected that Freely will become the main way homes tune into free television in the future, and this latest update certainly makes it look more enticing.LG Channels is available via the app on newer internet-connected screens.UKTV says the new channels will arrive before the end of the year and are being launched to give audiences the chance to revisit some of television's most memorable moments and enduring characters.Content coming soon includes the infamous "Stax" storyline in EastEnders, memorable episodes of Antiques Roadshow featuring Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh, and popular Top Gear specials including the Patagonia and Polar Specials.Speaking about the change, Jonathan Newman, Chief Commercial Officer, UKTV (and BBC Studios UK Region), said: "The launch of these channels is an exciting moment for UKTV, helping us reach new audiences, unlock advertising revenue and grow our streaming presence through harnessing the power of great British television.
We're delighted to be launching with LG Channels and Freely for the first time."The new channels will begin rolling out across LG Channels and Freely before the end of the year, with additional platform agreements currently under discussion.
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