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North Wales Live
5 days ago
- Business
- North Wales Live
Currys shoppers snapping up bargain Roku Smart TV for £122 thanks to payday deal
Bargain hunters seeking an affordable television ahead of payday could be onto a winner as we've spotted an excellent offer at Currys. The JVC Roku Smart TV is presently priced at £149.99 following a clever £30 price drop at Currys - though a fresh deal combination could slash the cost further. Via TopCashback, customers can secure an additional £15 off the television, incorporating cashback to reduce the price even more. This JVC model features a full HD 1080p display with a stunning HDR screen. Both bright and dim elements of each scene are perfectly balanced when viewers watch HDR content. Freeview Play comes as standard, alongside three HDMI connections for linking set-top boxes, gaming consoles, and additional gadgets. Customers can also operate their television using voice commands - it's compatible with both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, reports the Express. For those looking for alternatives, the Samsung 50-inch TV is available for £309. It boasts a 4.1-star rating from reviewers and has been praised as 'easy to set up' with 'great build quality'. One shopper noted: "Very good price and great features and built quality." Shoppers could also consider a Sky Glass Gen 2 for those wanting to upgrade without a hefty upfront cost. Prices start from £14 a month across 48months or £699 up front, and plans start at £15. But how can shoppers claim the cashback offer on the JVC television? Here's a breakdown of how shoppers can take advantage of the offer through TopCashback with a handy step-by-step guide: In total, new members of TopCashback will pay £122.49 after cashback. For existing members of TopCashback, shoppers will pay £137.49 after cashback. Despite its affordable price tag, the Roku TV has received high praise from customers. One satisfied customer shared: "Excellent product, very easy to set up and connect to the internet. My old TV, which was a JVC, packed up after 12 years, so I went for the same make again. I am very pleased with the new one. "It is exactly what I wanted: easy and simple to use. I would certainly recommend it, and I would have no hesitation in buying it again." However, some customers expressed dissatisfaction with the Freeview feature. One disgruntled buyer stated: "I don't like the way it has Freeview. You can't seem to scroll through channels; you only pick one channel at a time. It's so annoying. All you have to do to sign up is open a Roku account, etc. Thank goodness I have my cable to just browse through channels."
Daily Mirror
03-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Secret discount code drops price of LG 4K TV at Argos
Argos buyers can drop the price of a 4K LG TV for a limited time only, using this discount code Argos shoppers are racing to buy an LG 4K TV that has been specially discounted on Argos. Usually priced at £179.99, the telly is on offer using the discount code RED10 at the checkout. The code takes the price down to £161.99, a saving of 10%. LG's 43-inch box has a range of platforms, such as Freeview Play, Netflix and Disney+ (subscription fees may apply). It also has a full HD display and is built with 'AI Sound' technology for an enhanced audio experience. The TV has also been designed with gaming in mind, thanks to its 'Game Optimiser' feature, which allows you to tweak the settings for the best viewing. The box also has built-in WiFi and Bluetooth. The 4K LG TV has more than 1,200 reviews on Argos. One buyer rated it five stars, praising its picture quality: "Recently purchased this TV from Argos and I'm really impressed. The picture quality is sharp, the sound is clear, and it was super easy to set up straight out of the box. I also love the smart features—it connects to all my streaming apps without any issues." Continuing: "It's great value for money, and the sleek design fits perfectly in my living room. If you're looking for a reliable TV without spending a fortune, I'd definitely recommend this one. Thanks, Argos." LG fans hoping for a bigger screen can pick up a 50-inch 4K Smart TV from Amazon for 40% less. Originally £399.99, it is knocked down to £242. It has a sleek and slim design and promises an 'AI Sound Experience' and 'vibrant picture quality'. Another alternative is a Hisense 50-inch TV, which is now £249 on Currys, reduced from £329. The device has built-in Amazon Alexa. Another 4K LG TV customer wasn't happy with the design, writing: "Great picture quality and sound, the only reason I gave it three stars is the placement of the arial connection. It is directly where the frame for the wall bracket goes." One shopper was pleased with the same-day delivery service, writing: "Very happy with my purchase. The perfect TV, a great size, lovely picture, and it works perfectly. Fast same-day delivery. Many thanks." A fourth buyer noted: "Bought this for my son's bedroom, he uses it for general TV watching and gaming, and it doesn't disappoint. A really good TV, with picture quality and sound that is also great. It is at a great price. No complaints here."
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
All Freeview TV users given two-day warning and told to follow new advice
If you have Freeview in your home, you may struggle to watch TV this weekend. It might be another glorious weekend for sun worshippers, but it seems the current UK climate isn't helping those wanting to watch TV. In fact, some homes could find they are stuck with a bad signal and broken image on their screens for the next two days. The reason for the gremlins is a band of high pressure which is hovering over the skies of Britain. Although that means many are enjoying some stunning weather, it can also lead to transmission issues. Explaining more, the BBC said: "High pressure can cause two potential problems. "The first is that you receive a weaker signal, as the signal from your local transmitter is lifted higher into the sky. The second is that the signal from a distant transmitter interferes with your reception." The Freeview TV gremlins began late last week and it's been confirmed they will continue right through until Monday, May 19. "Freeview viewers across the UK could see some disruption to their TV reception from Thursday the 15th to Monday the 19th May 2025," Freeview announced in an update on its service page. "This is due to high pressure which could disrupt the TV signals which Freeview uses.: It's clearly highly irritating for anyone wanting to view some Sunday entertainment but it's vital Freeview users don't start tinkering with their TVs as this is a total waste of time and could do more harm than good. "You are advised not to retune your TV during this time - reception will be restored once the high pressure passes," Freeview confirmed. If you are affected by the signal issues there are ways around it. Firstly, if you have a smart telly with Freeview Play installed, you can simply switch to this internet service - which includes BBC iPlayer and ITVX - rather than using the aerial. Next, there is Freely. This is owned by the same team behind Freeview and Freesat, and uses broadband to beam content to tellies rather than a standard over-the-air signal. That means it isn't affected by the weather and will continue to show pin-sharp content during storms and high pressure events. Freely offers access to over 40 channels with both live and on-demand content available to view. You can even pause live telly, see what's on now and next via the telly guide and get recommendations for new things to watch. At its launch last year, Freely's features, channels and compatible TVs were limited. However, this platform is improving all the time. In fact, it's just had a major update which has added some useful extras, including a backwards TV guide and easier ways to keep things to watch at a later date.
Business Mayor
18-05-2025
- Climate
- Business Mayor
Everyone with Freeview given 48-hour TV warning – do not ignore new advice
Millions of Brits might be enjoying the hot weather, but it appears the glorious sunshine could affect the weekend's TV entertainment, including tonight's Eurovision. It's been confirmed that some homes are being hit with Freeview signal issues, and it's all down to the weather. Over the next few days, a band of high pressure will be stuck over the skies of the UK, and whilst that's great news for topping up the tan, it's terrible for your Freeview TV. 'High pressure can cause two potential problems,' the BBC explains. 'The first is that you receive a weaker signal, as the signal from your local transmitter is lifted higher into the sky. The second is that the signal from a distant transmitter interferes with your reception.' The problems began yesterday and are expected to continue right through until Monday, May 19. 'Freeview viewers across the UK could see some disruption to their TV reception from Thursday the 15th to Monday the 19th May 2025,' Freevie said in a update. 'This is due to high pressure which could disrupt the TV signals which Freeview uses.: Yes, it will be highly irritating for anyone wanting to enjoy some TV tonight or tomorrow but there is another alert from Freeview with the team telling homes to leave their TVs alone. 'You are advised not to retune your TV during this time – reception will be restored once the high pressure passes,' Freeview said. There are ways to avoid these issues. Firstly, if you have an internet-connected telly with Freeview Play installed, you can simply switch to this online service rather than using the aerial. Read More Government shelves £1.3bn UK tech and AI plans Next, there is now a new alternative. Freely, which is owned by the same team behind Freeview and Freesat, uses broadband to beam content to tellies rather than a standard over-the-air signal. That means it isn't affected by the weather and will continue to show pin-sharp content during storms and high pressure events. Freely offers access to over 40 channels with both live and on-demand content available to view. You can even pause live telly, see what's on now and next via the telly guide and get recommendations for new things to watch. At its launch last year, Freely's features, channels and compatible TVs were limited. However, this platform is improving all the time. In fact, it's just had a major update which has added some useful extras, including a backwards TV guide and easier ways to keep things to watch at a later date. READ SOURCE
Daily Mirror
08-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
LG TV sees takes on Samsung with 50 per cent discount during Amazon's sale
This small and sleek LG TV is under a heavy discount during an Amazon sale Shoppers on the lookout for a new TV or a spare one to fill a room within the house might be in luck. Amazon's Tech Week has cut the price of select LG TVs to almost half for a limited time. The LG 32LQ Is a 32-inch TV that will fit in most spaces around the home, caravan, shed or spare room that might be missing that extra touch. The gogglebox has sharp Full HD viewing with an intelligent processor for a vibrant picture as well as immersive sound quality. It comes a day after Samsung unveiled its new 2025 range, although with higher prices to suit the boosted Vision AI tech. The rival brand is currently offering up to £1000 to shoppers who trade-in their old gogglebox. The discounted LG set is a smart TV thanks to webOS smart platform, meaning shoppers can access Freeview Play, Netflix, Disney+ and more. It can even be used as a gaming monitor or screen thanks to the built-in Game Optimiser. One thing to be aware of, however, is that this device isn't 4K and only has a 1080p LED screen, so if you are looking for a super crisp picture, you may want to look elsewhere. If you do want to look elsewhere, this Samsung 50-inch TV is available for £309, or consider Sky Glass Gen 2 for those wanting to upgrade without a hefty upfront cost. You can grab the LG TV for £189, down from £349, for a limited time before it sells out. Despite the LG's small size and screen, there are some glowing reviews as shoppers call it "small but mighty." One person said: "The TV in white is actually so pleasant on the eyes and the picture quality (of certain apps and channels) is really top notch. "It does take a bit of time to log into or log back into apps. As long as you know what you're looking for, it's all straightforward. If you scan QR codes, you'll have to use the remote to manually type things in." "Super easy to plug in. I've had a previous LG smart TV, so I'm familiar with certain aspects of it, especially the remote and the button placement." Another shopper said: "This is a great TV, just right for my Bailey caravan, I particularly needed a TV with satellite connector, for use on holiday with a satellite dish. It works a treat, the satellite tuner is very good, it picked up all the Freesat channels, including ITV HD, which a different receiver couldn't get. Excellent picture, easy to set up, and a decent price for a 32 inch set." One shopper complained about the picture quality and added: "The picture quality is blurry and the picture is either too bright or too dull."
