Think inside the box

What makes Freeview Play an unmissable experience?

Freeview Play is simply the best way to watch your favourite British telly - live or on demand. Read on to find out about its smartest features.

Alex
15 Apr • 5 min read

How soaps stayed on air during Covid

The best TV soaps are a window into daily life - join us as we explore EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale handled the Covid-19 pandemic.

Steven
12 Apr • 4 min read

What are the must-have features of a Freeview box?

Looking for a new Freeview TV box, but not quite sure which features are a must have and which you can skip over? Our guide has the answers you're looking for.

Alex
25 Mar • 5 min read

Celebrating the women that make British telly great!

Our screens have been graced by some incredible performances over the years. To mark Women's History Month, here's 5 female stars we can't stop thinking about.

Alex
22 Mar • 4 min read

Relive classic concerts thanks to the magic of YouTube

Just because we can't go to gigs and shows right now, doesn't mean you have to miss out on the joy of live music. We've collated some of the best recordings you can watch from the comfort of your sofa.

Steven
23 Feb • 6 min read

Just who is the Queen Vic's biggest crown jewel?

Love it or hate it - you can't deny EastEnders influence on British telly. We look back on some of the most famous matriarchs to have graced the square.

Steven
16 Feb • 5 min read

Tis’ The Season For Great Cinema

No season is more exciting than film season - find out who we think the hottest contenders for this year's Oscars are.

Steven
10 Feb • 4 min read

Rest your eyes and wow your ears with the best podcasts on BBC Sounds

Did you know your Manhattan T3 or T3-R offers more than just the best of British telly? Thanks to BBC Sounds, you can also explore a wide range of podcasts, covering every interest under the sun. Not sure where to start? Check out our favourites.

Alex
26 Jan • 4 min read

Best of British - 2021's Hottest New TV

Up to date on all the shows that mattered from 2020? Bored of rewatching your old favourites? We know the feeling - so to give you something to look forward to we've rounded up 5 of the hottest British shows which will be hitting our screens in 2021.

Steven
12 Jan • 5 min read

The T3-R v2 software is here

We’re delighted to announce that v2 of our T3-R software is out today, bringing BritBox and some of the most-requested features to the T3-R along with many other improvements and fixes.

Alex
16 Dec • 8 min read

Christmas TV Crossword

Think you know your Christmas TV? Put your knowledge to the test with the Manhattan TV Christmas Crossword.

Alex
16 Dec • 3 min read

BritBox is now available on Manhattan TV

It's one of the questions we get the most - can I access BritBox on a Manhattan TV box? And we're delighted to now be able to say yes - from today you can watch BritBox on the T3-R.

Steven
8 Dec • 4 min read

The Past and Present of Top Gear presenters

To celebrate all the entertainment it has given us over the years and this year's 29th series, we're taking a trip down memory lane to look back at three of the most memorable generations of Top Gear presenters.

Alex
7 Dec • 4 min read

Why we're called Manhattan TV

Ever wondered why we're called Manhattan TV? Grab a cuppa and a pack of biscuits and read on...

Alex
30 Nov • 4 min read

Top 5 Shows to ‘Telly-port’ Overseas

TV has been a great form of escapism for many of us, as we find ourselves spending more time in our homes. If a holiday abroad, or even a staycation wasn’t on the cards for you this year, don’t fret – these top travel programme picks will have you transported overseas from the comfort of your sofa

Steven
24 Nov • 4 min read

The Hidden Gems of My5

My5 is one of the unsung heroes of streaming - it’s there when you want to binge watch Storage Hunters on a rainy Sunday afternoon or are craving a new historical documentary to get your teeth into. But it’s got far more to offer than you’d think. In fact, it’s got a whole library of hidden gems nestled away beneath the surface.

Julian
4 Nov • 4 min read

Meet the new Manhattan TV

We've made some changes to how we look and sound - read on to find out all about the new Manhattan TV.

Alex
4 Nov • 5 min read

The best shows to watch in a weekend

There’s nothing we love more than those rare weekends where the stars align and you realise you can dedicate some serious time to watching great telly. Add in a comfy chair and some tasty snacks and you’ve got everything you need for an unforgettable weekend. But, then comes the big question, what should I watch?

Steven
3 Nov • 6 min read

Freeview or Freesat - which one’s for you?

Freeview and Freesat both offer all the great British TV you love – so how do you choose between them? Read on to find out.

Alex
2 Nov • 4 min read

Pausing Live TV - the reality

Remember those days when you had to dust off an old VHS tape, hope that the ‘video player’ was working, press a bunch of weird and wonderful buttons and then spend the rest of the day panicking. All that so you could watch your favourite show in two halves - one before dinner and the other after. Well thankfully, those days are long over.

Alex
2 Nov • 4 min read

Do I need to care about 4K and HDR?

4K and HDR are the hottest abbreviations in TV right now. But what do they actually mean? Let's find out.

Alex
1 Nov • 5 min read

Why being able to record your favourite TV still matters

It’s a question we get asked everyday: why should I get a set-top box that records to a Hard Drive if I can just stream what I want to watch from catch-up and on demand services?

Alex
30 Oct • 5 min read