UK households relying on Freeview for TV content are advised to check their equipment and consider performing a quick retune due to recent channel changes. Freeview has announced updates, with some channels being renamed and others shifting positions in the TV guide. While the modifications are not extensive, a simple reboot can ensure that TVs are fully updated.
According to Freeview, changes by broadcasters will take effect on May 20, 2026, requiring viewers to retune to keep their TV Guide and channels up to date. Notable alterations include the renaming of Hobbycraft TV to Shop Unlimited on channel 97, and the replacement of Great! Romance Mix with Great! TV +1 on channel 61.
Additionally, channel numbers are being adjusted, with Great! Movies moving from channel 61 to channel 62, and Great! TV +1 now occupying channel 61. Freeview emphasized that channel providers make decisions to alter, add, or remove channels to enhance the viewing experience for audiences.
Viewers who do not see the updates on their TVs may need to manually retune their devices. To retune, users should press the menu button on their TV or set-top box remote, select options like “set-up,” “installation,” or “update,” and follow on-screen instructions, which may include entering a password and confirming channel deletions. The retune process should then commence automatically, with viewers prompted to save any newly found channels.
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