UK households relying on Freeview for TV entertainment are advised to check and potentially retune their equipment due to recent channel changes. Freeview has announced updates, with some channels being renamed and others shifting positions in the TV guide. Although the changes are not extensive, a quick retune is recommended to ensure that TVs are fully updated.
According to Freeview, on May 20, 2026, certain broadcasters will be implementing channel adjustments. To stay current and keep channels and the TV Guide up to date, viewers will need to retune their devices.
Among the alterations, two channels have new names: Hobbycraft TV on channel 97 is now known as Shop Unlimited, and Great! Romance Mix on channel 61 has been replaced by Great! TV +1. Additionally, there are changes in channel numbering, with Great! Movies moving from channel 61 to 62 and Great! TV +1 now occupying channel 61.
Freeview emphasizes that channel providers make decisions to modify, add, or remove channels, resulting in ongoing changes. The platform aims to offer audiences diverse and engaging content.
If the updates are not automatically appearing on TVs, manual retuning may be necessary. To retune a TV, viewers should follow these steps:
– Press the menu button on the TV or set-top box remote
– Select options like “set-up”, “installation”, or “update”
– Enter a password if prompted, such as “1234” or “0000”
– Choose “first-time installation” or “factory reset”
– Confirm deletion of existing channels if prompted
– The retuning process should start automatically
– Save any newly found channels during the scan
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