BRITS are to get wider access to two new Freeview channels for kids this week.
A shopping channel will also make a debut in some regions as the Freeview service is updated.
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Freeview users will be able to access Pop and Tiny Pop this week following a change to the service.
The changes are part of May’s Freeview channel update with the two new channels available this week on channels 205 and 206.
Brits have been advised that they may need to retune their TVs to get access.
The two channels, once broadly available as traditional linear channels, will now be streaming-only services.
An areal and internet connection will be required to view the two kids channels.
They have transferred from local to national coverage meaning they will be much more widely available to viewers.
As streaming-only services the children’s TV channels require an internet connected TV to be viewed.
A terrestrial TV signal will also be required to view the new kids channels.
Any standard TV that can access Freeview and has internet connection should be able to watch the new channels.
Freeview’s website states: “Tiny Pop offers a fun and safe environment for children aged four to six to laugh, learn and grow, with a brilliantly diverse range of programming and fun interactive games. “
The two channels are now available to a wider audience after the changes.
They were available on Sky and Freeview before the changes but to a smaller audience.
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Pop is aimed at children aged 5-8 while Tiny Pop is aimed at kids aged 4-6.
Pop shows a number of TV programmes including Pokemon and Tiny Pop shows series like Hello Kitty: Super Style!.
The kids channels, as well as being available on TV, can also be viewed on various streaming services.
YouTube, the Pop Player app and FAST platforms such as Samsung TV Plus can access the channels.
As well as introducing two new kids channels the Freeview May changes will see two music channels rebrand.
A shopping channel will also be introduced, making its debut in some regions.
There are no changes for viewers who receive the reduced line-up of Freeview channels via a relay.
There will also be no changes for Freeview viewers in the Channel Islands.
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