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MultiChoice mulls 4K for streaming

MultiChoice, the South African pay-TV provider, is contemplating streaming 4K content on its DStv Stream and Showmax services. However, it will only do so if there’s sufficient consumer demand. This contradiction is understandable when you remember that broadband capacity is frequently limited in South Africa and other African countries where MultiChoice operates. “Regular reviews are […]

August 26, 2025By Chris Forrester

Mitchell & Brown launches Freely TVs

TV brand, Mitchell & Brown, is set to bring broadcast TV to any room in the home with its Freely TVs powered by TiVo. A single connection to WiFi brings streaming services, catch-up TV channels and live broadcast TV into one straightforward interface, with their new range of Freely TVs. Freely is the latest innovation […]

August 6, 2025

Research: Brits confused by TV tech

Faced with a wave of jargon and overwhelming choice, many Brits are giving up on researching TVs altogether – even though it’s often a significant purchase and the entertainment hub for the home. Research from Samsung reveals that more than half of UK shoppers (54 per cent) spend less than two hours researching a new […]

July 25, 2025

Westinghouse Xumo TVs launch in US

Xumo, a streaming platform joint venture between Comcast and Charter Communications, has announced the US launch of a new line of Xumo TVs from Westinghouse. Westinghouse Xumo TVs are now available in 4K UHD (43” and 50”) and 2K HD (24”, 32”, 40”, and 43”) models, and offer features designed to enhance content discoverability and […]

July 15, 2025

Samsung partners with WB, DC to deliver Superman experience

Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with Warner Bros and DC Studios to celebrate the latest Superman film with a series of fan activations, Superman-themed video content and limited-edition digital artworks from DC Comics via Samsung Art Store. “Samsung is committed to creating a richer and more meaningful entertainment experience,” said Hun Lee, Executive Vice […]

July 11, 2025

Research: TVs becoming more than just for TV viewing

US homes now own an average of two smart TVs – dominated by LG and Samsung – but Roku and Fire TV continue to make headway in 2025. But how exactly are users leaning into new TV features and content on their ‘most-used’ TV set? Hub Entertainment Research has released its annual Evolution of the […]

July 2, 2025

Sky launching Glass Air

Sky has unveiled Sky Glass Air, a new TV with 4K picture quality, hands-free voice control, and Sky built in, all streamed over Wi-Fi, with no dish or box required. Glass Air will be available to buy from £6/month for new and existing customers when it goes on sale on June 10th. With a Sky […]

June 3, 2025By Nik Roseveare

LG sells 10m OLEDs in Europe

LG Electronics has announced that it has surpassed 10 million OLED TV sales in Europe. Achieved in the second quarter of 2025, LG says that “this accomplishment reflects the continued trust of European consumers in LG OLED as the benchmark for premium TV viewing. For more than a decade, LG has led the OLED TV […]

May 22, 2025

Samsung unveils NVIDIA G-SYNC for gamers

Samsung Electronics has announced that its 2025 OLED TV lineup will feature NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, delivering ultra-smooth gameplay, low latency, and enhanced responsiveness to meet the needs of gaming enthusiasts worldwide. With NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, Samsung’s 2025 OLED TVs synchronize the TV’s refresh rate with the GPU’s frame rate, reducing screen tearing and stuttering for a seamless […]

May 21, 2025

Samsung launches 2025 TV line-up, BAFTA partnership

Samsung Electronics UK has unveiled what it describes as an “exciting” new partnership with BAFTA (The British Academy of Film and Television Arts), as it continues to expand its commitment to supporting the UK’s vibrant creative industries. The partnership announcement coincides with the launch of Samsung’s 2025 TV, projector and soundbar line-up, bringing the latest […]

May 7, 2025By Colin Mann