The broadcaster is launching a new masterbrand which will see the app renamed ‘U’ and the names of its linear channels, which includes popular Freeview channels Dave, Yesterday and Drama, prefaced by ‘U&’.
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UKTV unveils “significantly updated” on-demand and streaming app
The firm, which operates a bundled of genre themed free-to-air and subscription channels, is Britain’s biggest multichannel broadcaster and moved into the on-demand space in 2014.
UKTV and Virgin Media sign new on-demand and catch-up deal
The deal covers original commissions as well as acquired content and will see top shows, including Taskmaster, Nev Calling India, Quantico, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders, Only Fools & Horses and Sherlock, join Virgin Media’s on demand library.
UKTV’s VOD service to join Freeview Play
UKTV is bringing its on demand and catch-up service to Freeview Play, the new internet-connected version of the UK’s biggest subscription-free TV platform.