Do I need an aerial to watch TV?

Aerials are not required when only watching normal TV but when streaming online it would be necessary in order to enjoy all of what is on offer. Otherwise you will only receive standard definition (SD) signals which would be of lower quality than HD content.

How can I get my TV in a room without aerial?

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.

Can you use a smart TV without a TV aerial?

If you want to watch a TV station, you WILL need a TV aerial to receive TV Channels. If you wish to receive Freeview through your smart TV, you will also need an aerial to do so. However, since you have a smart television it should have internet TV services such as Netflix, Amazon, BBC iPlayer and more built in.

Can I watch Freeview without an aerial?

You do need an aerial to receive Freeview live on TV through the TV Guide but can also view certain channels on internet connected devices without one. If you already have an aerial, make sure the cables are undamaged and connected to the aerial point in your home.

Can you get Freeview through Wi-Fi?

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 TV channels through WIFI?

In the UK, we're seeing an increasing number of digital TV services being delivered over a Broadband Internet connection – Services include the BBC iPlayer, YouView, BT TV, Sky Anytime+ and Virgin On Demand.

Can I watch TV with just internet?

You need internet service in your home or a data plan through your cell company. Either will work, but it's most convenient to have internet at home if you want to watch on your actual television. Get a streaming device. In order to watch streamed stuff, it's best to have a streaming device.

Can I watch normal TV through the internet?

You can enjoy some of your favourite Freeview shows via the online TV Guide on the Freeview website. Visit the TV Guide and select the programme you would like to watch, log into the channel player and enjoy your favourite show. If you're looking to watch what's on now, you can watch programmes on: BBC One.

What's the cheapest way to watch TV?

The cheapest live TV services for cord-cutting are the free ones: Pluto TV and Xumo. There are paid ones that cost very little, like Philo, Paramount+, and Sling (especially the individual Blue or Orange plans). Below, here are the best cheap offerings so that you can cut the cord and make the biggest savings.

What can I use to watch TV without cable?

Use a streaming device: smart TV, game console, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast or Apple TV. You won't need that cable box anymore, but you will need some kind of streaming device to watch services such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max.

How can I watch TV outside without cable?

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Otherwise you can use wireless HDMI to bring a signal to your outdoor TV, or stream TV over wireless internet using a media box, like those offered by Apple TV or Roku. Be sure that your equipment is plugged into tamper and weather resistent outlets designed for the outdoors.

Can I watch BBC and ITV without an aerial?

First, you would need a Smart TV, or a Freeview Box with Freeplay installed, and a fast, stable internet connection. There is a downside, and that is that it is a case of logging into different channels and streaming their content as and when you want to watch it. For instance BBC iPlayer, ITV hub etc.