Virgin TVs in UK upgraded with 2 extra channels for free

Virgin TV has launched two brand-new 24/7 channels that are available free of charge for current customers.

Bosses say the move is to ensure there is “something for every type of viewer to enjoy, any time of the day or night”.

Virgin TVs in UK upgraded with 2 extra channels for free

Both are brand-new streaming channels (also known as Fast Ad Supported TV – FAST), and will be showcasing two of the most popular shows in the country.

The first is 8 out of 10 Cats, on channel 250, hosted by Jimmy Carr.

The British comedy panel show aired from 2005 to 2021 and featured regular team captains Sean Lock, Dave Spikey, Jason Manford, Jon Richardson, Rob Beckett, Aisling Bea and Katherine Ryan.

The second channel will show constant episodes of beloved BBC gameshow Pointless, on channel 251.

Hosted by Alexander Armstrong, the show has aired more than 2,000 episodes since its debut in 2009.

Which Virgin TVs can access the new channels?

8 out of 10 Cats (150) and Pointless (251) are both available to stream to all Virgin TV360 and Stream customers, directly from their set-top box.

The channels can be found on the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG).

They are operated by Banijay Rights and join the existing 37 streaming channels available to Virgin TV customers already, which include U&Transport, British Screen Classics and Inside Crime.

David Bouchier, Chief TV and Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media O2, said: “We are launching two brand new streaming channels to give our customers even more of the best entertainment from Virgin TV, at zero extra cost.

“With 8 out of 10 Cats and Pointless, comedy and quiz show lovers have their favourite content available on demand and 24/7. The channels join our growing FAST programming on Virgin TV, which ensures there really is something for every type of viewer to enjoy, any time of the day or night.”

Samsung TVs also upgraded with extra channels

Millions of Samsung smart TVs have also received a free upgrade recently.

The new offerings are part of Samsung TV Plus, a free streaming service integrated into Samsung smart TVs and selected Galaxy devices.

Wrestling enthusiasts can now enjoy Wrestling Legends TV, a channel dedicated to WWE programming and behind-the-scenes content, accessible on channel 4613.

Eurovision Sport has also been launched on channel 4611, providing Olympic sports coverage, highlights, and documentaries at no extra cost.

Additionally, fans of Korean dramas can tune into new channels from Series K on channels 4254 and 4259, offering a variety of box sets and shows.

Football supporters are not left out, as a Bundesliga channel is currently showing live matches and highlights on channel 4003 during a promotional period.

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Samsung’s free streaming service is available on all Samsung Smart TVs from 2016 onwards and Samsung Galaxy Devices: Mobile & Tablet – Android 11.0 or higher.

You can watch free TV without a Samsung account, but creating one unlocks extra features.

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