Freeview HD Programmes

What channels will I get? Read answer

You can enjoy the perfect picture quality of all your favourite shows on BBC HD, ITV 1 HD, 4HD and S4C Clirlun (in Wales) as well as up to 50 Freeview channels in standard definition. Whether you love to follow the tennis at Wimbledon, enjoy The X Factor or watch Peep Show, it feels good to Freeview.

Can I record programmes in HD? Read answer

Yes! You will need a Freeview+ HD digital television recorder. So what’s Freeview+HD? This has all the amazing benefits of Freeview HD but with loads of other great features. For example, you can record the entire series of your favourite show at the touch of a button and you can pause and even rewind live TV. This great service will be available from May 2010. View the products here .

How can I see what programmes are in HD? Read answer

There are a couple of ways to find out what programmes will be available on the HD channels. You can use the handy TV Guide found on this page, or if you are out and about you can download the Freeview HD TV Guide iPhone app, for free!

Will there be any new HD channels? Read answer

There are no plans for new HD channels to launch on Freeview yet, but watch this space for more news in the future.

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