Which TV box?

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MrsHughesCarson · 27/12/2016 11:47

DH and I have recently moved back to the U.K. After 30 years abroad andI am totally confused by the television. In our accommodation we have "inherited " a television and a sky box which we don't pay any subscription for so is just the very basic package.
All I would like to do is record programmes and be able to pause live TV. We're not interested in having loads of channels.
Someone recommended an amazon fire stick which i have installed and its good for accessing catch up but I can't record or pause.
Do anyone have any recommendations ?
Someone also mentioned Freeview, do we need a box for that and where can we get one?
Thanks

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FoofFighter · 27/12/2016 11:51

You would need a freeview plus to be able to record I think. Most major retailers like Tesco etc will sell.

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MrsHughesCarson · 27/12/2016 11:56

Is it a one off purchase or a monthly subscription ?

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antimatter · 27/12/2016 11:58

A one off. But you may need a figital aerial if signal is poor.

antimatter · 27/12/2016 11:59

*digital

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MrsHughesCarson · 27/12/2016 12:42

So, I think I need a freeview HD recorder

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antimatter · 28/12/2016 19:55

yes, some have recording function

NannyR · 28/12/2016 20:02

Or if you have a satellite dish (presuming you have as you have sky) you could get a freesat plus box. You can record and pause live tv. Could be an option if your aerial needs upgrading.

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