The “red button” is now the only way you can access news and sport updates from the BBC on your television, after its Ceefax service was brought to an end recently. A five-year project converting the United Kingdom’s analogue television signal to a fully digital signal has been completed, saving millions of pounds of licence… Continue reading End Of Ceefax Marks UK's Complete Switch To Digital
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Social Media & Internet Usage In England – A Primer For Americans
We Americans tend to think that our experience of the world, for the most part, is the accurate experience. This extends to a certain arrogance in our social media, as well. And while, admittedly, Facebook and Twitter – both American companies – have come to dominate the worldwide social media landscape, it’s ignorant to assume… Continue reading Social Media & Internet Usage In England – A Primer For Americans
Compare And Find Best UK VPN Providers
Olympic is going on in London, and its effect can be seen anywhere in the world. From every corner of the globe, people are watching their favorite athletes, and sport events. Those who are missing some of their favorite events due to limitations of their national broadcasters; they are trying to watch through BBC networks.… Continue reading Compare And Find Best UK VPN Providers
Pirate Radio And The Boat That Rocked: A Relevant Story To Share
If you’re a fan of British comedy, music and history, the Boat That Rocked also known as Pirate Radio in the United States, is an absolutely must see. Not only does it provide over an hour of great entertainment but also touches on a very relevant section of Britain’s not so far away history, censorship… Continue reading Pirate Radio And The Boat That Rocked: A Relevant Story To Share
BBC iPlayer to Launch Subscription Service On iPad
BBC.com has come out with information regarding an ‘on-demand service’ using subscription model of its iPlayer to be available on iPad. The Mac compatible iPlayer will have its global launch based on pure subscription model to be followed by partnerships with advertisers. The service is expected to be available only from mid of next year… Continue reading BBC iPlayer to Launch Subscription Service On iPad