How do I get Freeview on my smart TV without aerial?

Satellite Options
  1. Freesat. The easiest way nowadays to get Freeview if you do have a satellite dish is to get a Freesat box. ...
  2. Sky. Of course, the most well known alternative to watching Freeview channels on your TV without using an aerial is definitely Sky. ...
  3. Alternative – Use an Old Sky Box. ...
  4. Streaming Stick. ...
  5. Get a Smart TV.
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Can you get Freeview through WIFI?

Yes, you will need an internet connection to use the Freeview mobile app, either via wi-fi or your own data allowance.
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Can you get channels on a smart TV without an aerial?

Do I need an aerial for a smart TV? You can stream on your smart TV without an aerial. However, if you wish to receive full HD content and all the internet has to offer you will need one installed in addition to your TVs internal one.
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Can I get Freeview on my smart TV?

The Freeview On Demand app is available on all 2017 & newer Smart TVs by SAMSUNG, LG & PANASONIC. If you have one of these great Smart TVs and you've connected it to the Internet, the Freeview On Demand app should already be installed and should update to the latest version automatically.
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How can I watch Freeview without an aerial UK?

The best way to watch Freeview without an aerial is by using the Freeview Play app, which can be downloaded on smartphones, tablets, laptops and android TV boxes. It's also available on some smart TVs such as LG.
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Freeview on smart TVs



How do I set up Freeview on my smart TV?

Setting up a Freeview-ready TV

Plug in the TV and fit the batteries to the remote. Plug in the aerial and turn on the TV. If you have a smart TV you'll be asked for your wi-fi network and password, so have these ready. You'll then be asked to tune your TV to find the available Freeview channels.
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Can I use Freeview play without an aerial?

Do I Need An Aerial For Freeview Play? Technically, an aerial is only needed for the over-the-air live TV part of Freeview. You could still watch the on-demand content via broadband alone, via the apps like BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, etc'.
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How do I know if my TV has Freeview built in?

If you're unsure, please contact the manufacturer of your TV and provide the serial number / model number of your TV to find out if your flat-panel TV has Freeview|HD built-in. Contact details for manufacturers of Freeview Approved TVs can be found on the Approved Products page.
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Can I get a TV that doesn't need an aerial?

Yes. You can watch a smart TV without an aerial but you won't be able to access Freeview (or any other terrestrial broadcasts) and you'll be limited to the content on your TV's internet streaming apps. You could also consider buying an inexpensive portable indoor aerial to unlock Freeview channels.
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How can I watch TV without aerial socket?

The obvious alternative to watching not trough a aerial is to watch it through a satellite dish instead. To watch satellite TV you will need a satellite dish and a satellite receiver, this is usually a satellite set top box but many TV's have in built satellite tuners.
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Where is Freeview on Samsung smart TV?

Once your Samsung TV is connected to the Internet. Click on the Menu button on the remote control again. Now select “Samsung Smart Hub” or “Samsung Store” and open it. Once you are in the Samsung Store, tap on the search option and type in “Freeview app.”
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Why can't I get Freeview on my TV?

If you have followed the retune process and it still hasn't resolved the problem, try unplugging your set-top box or TV and then retuning it. Freeview TV: Your Freeview TV should come with a power lead and a remote control with batteries. Make sure the TV is plugged in and fit the batteries to the remote.
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What is Freeview play on smart TV?

Freeview Play gives you the biggest shows live and on demand, all together in one place and all for free. With over 70 TV channels, 15 HD channels and 10 on-demand players, that's a whole lot of something for nothing.
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What is the difference between Freeview and smart TV?

Freeview and Freesat cost you nothing, except for the initial cost of the receiver, which is either a digital TV antenna or a digital satellite dish. Meanwhile Smart TVs can plug into your Freeview or Freesat box, but usually come with Freeview or Freesat built in.
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What is difference between Freeview and Freeview play?

What's the difference between Freeview and Freeview Play? Freeview is just the standard, traditional linear TV service. Freeview Play combines linear TV via your TV aerial with on-demand and catch-up TV from BBC, ITV, C4, C5, CBS and UKTV on Smart TVs and boxes.
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How do I get Freeview play on my LG Smart TV?

Quick Settings > All Settings > Programmes > Programme Tuning & Settings > Auto-Tuning > Check “Antenna” box > Check “Digital Only Search”. After a few minutes, the Freeview channels will now be automatically scanned and installed.
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How do I get Freeview channels?

Plug in an aerial to your Freeview Play TV or set-top box. Connect to your broadband. Then simply tune to get your Freeview channels.
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How do I get normal TV on my Samsung Smart TV?

Connect a cable or antenna and scan for channels
  1. You can press the Source button on your remote and then select the source labeled TV.
  2. You can press Home, navigate to Source, and then select TV.
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Does my Samsung smart TV have a built in antenna?

As a general rule, no, Samsung TVs do not have built-in antennas. Though it's important to note that some of the newer models released in 2020 and 2021 are equipped with internal antennas.
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How do I get basic channels on my smart TV?

How to watch local TV channels over the internet
  1. Purchase an HD antenna.
  2. Subscribe to the TV channel's app.
  3. Live TV streaming app subscription.
  4. Live stream local news online on their website.
  5. Watch the clips on Youtube.
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Can smart TV be used as regular TV?

Yes, your smart TV will work fine without an internet connection. You will be able to watch TV channels with a cable box or antenna, connect Blu-ray/DVD players, hook up speakers, etc – just like a regular TV. You will not, however, be able to use any of the video streaming apps that come with it.
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Do LG Smart TVs have built in Freeview?

With Freeview Play built in, new LG Smart TVs will come equipped with the UK's favourite TV, all in one place. Freeview Play gives viewers access to over 95% of the nation's favourite TV. There's over 30,000 hours of on demand TV, including over 750 box sets, all for free.
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Is Freeview worth having?

If you're buying a new TV, then it's well worth having. The interface and features keep getting better and Freeview Play gives you so much more than the basic Freeview HD offering. You'll appreciate how easy it is to get to catch-up TV and it's a more flexible way to enjoy your favourite telly.
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Is Freeview free UK?

Freeview is the UK's digital terrestrial television service. We've got one simple aim: to give you the best possible line-up of TV, for free. With more than 70 standard channels and 15 HD channels*, we're bringing you the nation's favourite shows, through your TV aerial, for no monthly cost.
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What channels are on Freeview TV?

On-demand with Freeview Play
  • BBC iPlayer.
  • BBC Sounds.
  • ITV Hub.
  • STV.
  • All4.
  • My5.
  • UKTV Play.
  • CBS Catchup.
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