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South Wales Argus
a day ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Virgin Media gives customers access to 14 free channels
To celebrate South Asian Heritage Month, Virgin Media is giving customers access to 14 'premium' TV channels at no extra cost. These South Asian channels will be accessible from July 18 until August 17. The TV channels included are part of Virgin Media's Asian Mela bundle, which normally costs £12 per month. Celebrate South Asian Heritage Month with premium entertainment – on us 🎊 From 18 July to 17 August, we're giving all Virgin TV customers access to 14 premium Asian Mela channels at no extra cost – to help customers celebrate #SouthAsianHeritageMonth. We're proud to help our… — Virgin Media O2 News (@VMO2News) July 18, 2025 The offer gives customers access to thousands of hours of premium South Asian entertainment. Full list of free channels available to Virgin Media customers A full list of Asian Mela TV channels available to all customers for no extra cost until August 17 is: Channel 801: Utsav Gold HD 802: Utsav Bharat 803: Utsav Plus HD 805: Sony TV HD 806: Sony MAX HD 808: Sony MAX 2 809: Zee TV HD 810: Zee Cinema HD 811: Zee Punjabi HD 815: B4U Movies 825: Colors Gujarati 826: Colors HD 827: Colors Rishtey 828: Colors Cineplex Chief TV & Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media O2, David Bouchier, said: "We want to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month the best way we know how – by giving Virgin TV customers access to world-leading South Asian entertainment to enjoy at no extra cost. "It's an incredibly important time for families and friends to come together and celebrate the living legacy of South Asian Heritage, we hope there's something for everything to enjoy across the 14 premium Asian Mela channels.' TV shows that defined our childhood BBC iPlayer to stop working on select Virgin Media TV boxes Meanwhile, BBC iPlayer will stop working on select Virgin Media TV boxes across the UK on Wednesday (July 23). Virgin Media has warned customers using older TiVo boxes to upgrade, as these older models will not support BBC iPlayer from July. The change is only expected to impact a small number of customers, with a "vast majority" already owning newer models, including V6 and TV 360, which will be unaffected. RECOMMENDED READING: Virgin Media has offered a free upgrade to a select group of customers who still use a TiVo box. A Virgin Media spokesperson said: 'We have written directly to the small proportion of customers with a TiVo box, who have used BBC iPlayer within the past six months, to inform them that their box will not support iPlayer from 23 July. "As we have previously communicated directly to relevant customers, anyone with a TiVo box is able to upgrade to a new Virgin TV 360 box at no extra cost.'
Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Virgin Media gives customers access to 14 free channels
To celebrate South Asian Heritage Month, Virgin Media is giving customers access to 14 'premium' TV channels at no extra cost. These South Asian channels will be accessible from July 18 until August 17. The TV channels included are part of Virgin Media's Asian Mela bundle, which normally costs £12 per month. Celebrate South Asian Heritage Month with premium entertainment – on us 🎊 From 18 July to 17 August, we're giving all Virgin TV customers access to 14 premium Asian Mela channels at no extra cost – to help customers celebrate #SouthAsianHeritageMonth. We're proud to help our… The offer gives customers access to thousands of hours of premium South Asian entertainment. A full list of Asian Mela TV channels available to all customers for no extra cost until August 17 is: Chief TV & Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media O2, David Bouchier, said: "We want to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month the best way we know how – by giving Virgin TV customers access to world-leading South Asian entertainment to enjoy at no extra cost. "It's an incredibly important time for families and friends to come together and celebrate the living legacy of South Asian Heritage, we hope there's something for everything to enjoy across the 14 premium Asian Mela channels.' Meanwhile, BBC iPlayer will stop working on select Virgin Media TV boxes across the UK on Wednesday (July 23). Virgin Media has warned customers using older TiVo boxes to upgrade, as these older models will not support BBC iPlayer from July. The change is only expected to impact a small number of customers, with a "vast majority" already owning newer models, including V6 and TV 360, which will be unaffected. RECOMMENDED READING: Virgin Media customers can access more than 100 hidden TV channels for free Brits urged to retune TV immediately as channel changes made in Freeview update The phones without internet from tomorrow as Virgin Media O2 expands switch off Virgin Media has offered a free upgrade to a select group of customers who still use a TiVo box. A Virgin Media spokesperson said: 'We have written directly to the small proportion of customers with a TiVo box, who have used BBC iPlayer within the past six months, to inform them that their box will not support iPlayer from 23 July. "As we have previously communicated directly to relevant customers, anyone with a TiVo box is able to upgrade to a new Virgin TV 360 box at no extra cost.'
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
All Virgin Media customers unlock 14 premium channels in limited free TV upgrade offer
VIRGIN Media has unlocked 14 premium TV channels – completely free – for all customers as part of a special limited-time celebration. From today, customers across the UK can enjoy the full Asian Mela bundle at no extra cost. 2 No sign-up or activation is needed – the channels are unlocked and ready to go Credit: Getty The freebie is available from July 18 until August 17 to mark South Asian Heritage Month – a time to recognise and celebrate the rich cultures, communities and histories of South Asians in the UK. South Asian influence can be seen throughout Britain – from the flavours of our takeaways to the rhythms of our music and the colourful clothing seen on high streets and at festivals. Virgin Media is honouring this contribution by offering a taste of the very best in Indian TV to every Virgin TV household. The Asian Mela bundle includes a wide range of top South Asian entertainment, spanning Bollywood blockbusters, classic dramas, reality competitions and family favourites. For 31 days, viewers can watch everything from uplifting films to tear-jerking serials and high-energy dance shows, completely free. Included in the line-up are popular channels like Utsav Gold HD, Sony MAX HD, Zee Cinema HD, Colors HD and more. Programmes on offer include beloved dramas such as Anupamaa and Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, crime series Savdhaan India, and period epic Prithviraj Chauhan. There are also plenty of films to enjoy, including Veere Di Wedding and Singh Is Bliing, as well as dance contests like Super Dancer and quiz shows like KBC. Virgin Media said the move is about 'celebrating and showcasing South Asian culture and identity in the 21st century', giving everyone the chance to discover and enjoy the vibrant world of South Asian entertainment. Virgin Media Launches Two Free Rakuten TV Channels The offer will run until Sunday 17 August, and customers can simply tune in to their Virgin TV box to start watching. No sign-up or activation is needed – the channels are unlocked and ready to go. Elsewhere, Virgin Media customers are being warned to check their TV boxes now – or risk losing access to BBC iPlayer next week. From Wednesday 23 July, older TiVo-powered boxes will no longer support the popular BBC streaming service. That means users could miss out on hit shows like EastEnders, Doctor Who, Silent Witness and more unless they take action. Virgin told The Sun that only a 'small proportion' of customers are affected, and all have been contacted directly. Anyone using a TiVo box that has accessed iPlayer in the last six months will need to upgrade to a newer model. The good news is the upgrade to Virgin TV 360 is free of charge. Customers who haven't yet made the switch are being urged to do so before the cut-off date to avoid disruption. Virgin Media said: 'As we have previously communicated directly to relevant customers, anyone with a TiVo box is able to upgrade to a new Virgin TV 360 box at no extra cost.' The TiVo box was first launched in 2010, and while it's served many homes well over the years, technology has moved on. Virgin TV 360, launched in 2020, offers faster performance, personalisation features, and access to more streaming apps including iPlayer, Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Virgin Media customers must check their TV boxes NOW or face being blocked from BBC iPlayer in days
IT'S the final warning to all Virgin Media customers that they could lose access to BBC iPlayer next week unless they upgrade now. The popular streaming service, for everything from EastEnders catch-up to Doctor Who box sets, will stop working on some kit from Wednesday. 2 The Sun exclusively revealed Virgin Media's plan to drop support last month. Virgin told us that they had written directly to the "small proportion" of customers affected about the change. The good news is households impacted can upgrade to a newer box that still has access to iPlayer at no extra cost. It's Virgin TV's older TiVo models that will lose the streaming app from July 23 onward. V6 and Virgin TV 360 boxes will continue to offer access to BBC iPlayer as normal. "We have written directly to the small proportion of customers with a TiVo box, who have used BBC iPlayer within the past six months, to inform them that their box will not support iPlayer from 23 July," Virgin Media told The Sun. "As we have previously communicated directly to relevant customers, anyone with a TiVo box is able to upgrade to a new Virgin TV 360 box at no extra cost." The move may not come as much of a surprise, what with the first TiVo-powered box launched way back in 2010. Virgin's most recently box is Virgin TV 360, which burst onto the scene in 2020 with access to more entertainment apps and personalisation. So if you're affected, act now to avoid the nasty surprise of no BBC iPlayer very soon. Virgin Media Launches Two Free Rakuten TV Channels WHY DOES TECH STOP WORKING? By Jamie Harris, Assistant Technology and Science Editor at The Sun It's annoying when tech and gadgets are discontinued, rendering some features useless. Fortunately, companies have got better at lengthening how long they support kit. It tends to only happen after quite a few years have passed and the user numbers have dropped quite low. The truth of the matter is, firms have to keep updating and servicing this older tech which costs them money. When there's only a small number of people left using them older gadgets, it's harder to justify the cost. Moreover, new features on things like apps may not work on dated kit. So ultimately, in the end support is dropped for these gadgets so all their energy, money and time can be put into the newer ones.
Daily Mirror
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Virgin Media offers blockbuster TV upgrade that's available now for free
IF you use Virgin Media TV then you can get more channels without paying a penny extra. If you are bored with the current crop of content on your TV screen and you happen to use Virgin Media's telly platform, there's good news. The telecoms firm has just announced it's dishing out two new channels to customers, and the best part is... this TV upgrade is totally free. Virgin says the changes will arrive directly via your set-top box and include British Screen Classics (Ch 450) and wedotv movies (Ch 451). These new FAST channels will show content 24 hours a day, seven days a week and now join other free advert-supported services on Virgin. 'Virgin TV is home to the best in entertainment and more choice for our subscribers. We offer enhanced value with fantastic on demand and channel content at no extra cost, including two brand-new streaming movie channels," said David Bouchier, Chief TV and Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media O2. "On top of the existing streaming channels available to Virgin TV customers, they now have even more choice and 24/7 access to exciting movies for free.' If you want to know what's included on these channels, we've got full details below. British Screen Classics (Ch450): This new service offers a multitude of film and TV gems originating from the iconic classic film libraries of ITV STUDIOS and STUDIO CANAL brought together in one dedicated FAST channel. The channel will take viewers on a journey through Britain's great cinematic heritage by delving deep into the history of legendary British film studios and production houses to provide a 24/7 stream of adored titles such as This Sporting Life, Doctor in the House, Heaven's Above! and Clockwise. From comedy to horror, war, adventure, drama, and romance; every theme and genre is covered. wedotv movies (Ch451): A contemporary film channel with a catalogue of over 500 movies across all genres. The channel has genre themed stunts each day such as Romance Mondays and Sci-fi Wednesdays, as well as special seasonal events tied to key calendar moments including Halloween and Christmas. If you have Virgin TV, you shouldn't need to touch your box or retune it with the upgrade happening automatically.
