One in three people in the UK would happily ditch their traditional TV set for a connected viewing device, according to research released by broadbandchoices.co.uk.The study, undertaken by the impartial broadband comparison site, revealed that 33% of those polled stated they would rather watch programmes on a tablet, smartphone or laptop than on a traditional… Continue reading 33% prefer to catch up away from TV

The soaps predictably took hold of Friday night, Splash! once again attracted a surprising amount of sensible people and the struggle for the ultimate Sunday period drama got a lot more intense.

New research by Futuresource Consulting claims that global tablet sales reached 64 million units in Q4 2012, representing quarterly growth of nearly 100% and year-on-year growth of 119%.The fourth quarter sales represent just under half of all tablets sold last year (136 million).Although Apple enjoyed another lucrative Christmas and remained market leader throughout this period,… Continue reading 64 million tablets shipped in the run up to Christmas

Apple has released its results for the first fiscal quarter with surprising figures for their streaming device, Apple TV. During the period starting September 30 to December 29, the digital media receiver shifted 2 million units, resulting in year on year growth of 60%.The company’s first fiscal quarter results brings the total number of Apple… Continue reading 2m Apple TV devices sold in the run-up to Christmas

Last night’s prime time schedule couldn’t shake off the stench of dampness and death, with each programme littered with little reminders of our impending doom. Thank God it’s Friday, then.

BBC’s iPlayer benefited from a sprinkle of Christmas magic as December saw requests jump up by 5% to a record 217 million, according to data released today.

Wednesday night treated desperate viewers to a plethora of beautiful celebrity faces, taste and glamour, delivering a spectacle not seen on our TV screens since the prestigious Pride of Britain Awards back in October.

Advanced Television has published research from connected technology company Twonky that shows 51% of the UK prefer to watch catch-up services on a TV, over second screen devices like smartphones and tablets.The survey also revealed that 19% of people consider convenience more important than screen size.YouView, the joint venture between the major broadcasters, BT and… Continue reading Half of UK unfamiliar with YouView brand

Last night, the viewing public witnessed a rare scheduling clash, with two top soaps squaring off in the ring at 7:30pm.

Sky has updated its catch-up app with some new functionality that allows subscribers to download films and TV shows with the ability to watch offline. The functionality will be available through an update for Sky Go and costs an extra £5 a month to utilise.Paying subscribers will be able to take advantage of the new… Continue reading Sky adds downloading functionality to catch up service