SKY subscription

[beeseejay]

Seriously considering ending my SKY subscription. If/when I do, do I get to keep the box and can I record the freeview channels that are left (if any).
Recently seen an ad for a Freeview HD box but I didn't get the full story.
Any experienced ex Sky subscribers with advice please.

[AlBags]

1. Yes
2. No .. not on a Sky (recording) box
3. Check out the Humax webside for HD Freeview PVR. Thay are the best and most upgradeable.

[Buenchico]

The recording function on a Sky+ box is part of the subscription service. Without the subscription you can't record.

If you end your subscription you'll still be able watch these channels using your existing box:
http://en.wikipedia.o...channels_at_28%C2%B0E

If your TV is 'HD ready' you can buy a Freesat HD set-top box (to replace your Sky box). You'll then be able to receive these channels, some of which are in HD. (Page 1 of 4):
http://www.freesat.co...-you-get/our-channels

Freeview is a terrestrial service, which is completely separate to either generic 'free to air' reception (as in my first link) or Freesat (as in my second link). For Freeview you'll need a 'normal' TV aerial (instead of a satellite dish). If your TV doesn't have a Freeview tuner built into it, you'll need a set-top box, which can be either SD (Standard Definition) or HD (High Definition). The list of channels available is here:
http://www.freeview.co.uk/Channels
(You'll see that the list is much shorter than the listings for satellite services but most people would probably never watch the extra satellite channels anyway).

Chris

[beeseejay]

Thanks for the response folks. Something to think about. With SKY I really watch only the football and rugby (league) and I noticed the subscription was up to £44. I will check out the links you've given me. Ta muchly.