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Thursday, April 23, 2020

See how Facebook tracks even more information about you than you thought and how to prevent it with their new "‘Off-Facebook Activity’" tool

See how Facebook tracks even more information about you than you thought and how to prevent it with their new "‘Off-Facebook Activity’" tool

We all know that Facebook can track you moves and searches and app uses, and use this data to help them to target posts and adverts your way.

Not exactly a new revelation

But did you know that they also have the ability to gather such tracking data even when you are not logged into Facebook?



https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/23/see-how-facebook-tracks-even-more-information-about-you-than-you-thought-and-how-to-prevent-it-with-their-new-off-facebook-activity-tool/

How to add Channel 4 HD to your Arris UHD-X Freesat box

How to add Channel 4 HD to your Arris UHD-X Freesat box

Channel 4 HD was removed from Freesat on Thursday 22nd February 2018

But you can still watch C4HD on a Freesat box.

This guide shows you the way to tune Channel 4 HD on an Arris UHD-X Freesat box in Non Freesat mode



https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/23/how-to-add-channel-4-hd-to-your-arris-uhd-x-freesat-box/

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Talking Pictures TV and Coronavirus

Talking Pictures TV and Coronavirus

When major commercial broadcasters like ITV, Channel 4, Channel Five, and SKy and BT say they are struggling with the lack of income from the drop in adverts, it comes as no surprise that some of the smaller channels will also be affected.

One of the more popular free channels, on UK TV is Talking pictures.

https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/22/talking-pictures-tv-and-coronavirus/

Saturday, April 18, 2020

How to connect a satellite F connector to a coaxial cable

How to connect a satellite F connector to a coaxial cable

We have produced a quick and simple video tutorial to show you how to prepare a coaxial cable for attaching a satellite F connector.

Although I use a cable cutting tool,

https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/18/how-to-connect-a-satellite-f-connector-to-a-coaxial-cable/

Sky announce launch date named for new Sky Documentaries and Sky Nature channels

Sky announce launch date named for new Sky Documentaries and Sky Nature channels

Sky has confirmed the launch date for two new factual channels Sky Documentaries and Sky Nature.

Sky Documentaries and Sky Nature debut on May 27, 2020

Also on this date, the channels HISTORY will be renamed to become Sky HISTORY.


https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/18/sky-announce-launch-date-named-for-new-sky-documentaries-and-sky-nature-channels/

Friday, April 17, 2020

Intelsat 901 has taken over Intelsat 907 operations at 27.5 West

Intelsat 901 has taken over Intelsat 907 operations at 27.5 West

Intelsat has finally confirmed that Intelsat 901 has taken over Intelsat 907 operations at 27.5 West

Intelsat 901 has returned to service following the successful docking with the first Mission Extension Vehicle (MEV-1) from Northrop Grumman Corporation on February 25 – the first time that two commercial spacecraft docked in geostationary orbit.

Since the February rendezvous, MEV-1 has assumed navigation of the combined spacecraft stack reducing its inclination by 1.6° and relocating IS-901 to its new orbital location.


https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/17/intelsat-901-has-taken-over-intelsat-907-operations-at-27-5-west/

Thursday, April 16, 2020

Comparing the Arris and Humax Freesat Install processes and speeds

Comparing the Arris and Humax Freesat Install processes and speeds

Tis video shows a side by side comparison showing the set up process for these two Freesat receivers.

Both receivers had the install process done three times, with the fastest used for this video.

And still, for some unknown reason the Arris Freesat box

https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/16/comparing-the-arris-and-humax-freesat-install-processes-and-speeds/

Tuesday, April 7, 2020

BBC Plans Three-Hour Fund-Raising Special ‘The Big Night In’

BBC Plans Three-Hour Fund-Raising Special ‘The Big Night In’

The BBC has announced plans to host a coronavirus telethon on April 23, bringing together its two charity partners, Comic Relief and Children In Need, for the first time.


https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/07/bbc-plans-three-hour-fund-raising-special-the-big-night-in/

Sunday, April 5, 2020

Can you watch the 4K Demo channel on the Arris Freesat UHD-X 4K satellite receiver ?

Can you watch the 4K Demo channel on the Arris Freesat UHD-X 4K satellite receiver

The Arris Freesat UHD-X 4K satellite receiver is the latest Freesat box on the market.

The Arris Freesat UHD-X 4K satellite receiver replaces the popular Humax Freesat boxes.

According to the specifications

https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/05/can-you-watch-the-4k-demo-channel-on-the-arris-freesat-uhd-x-4k-satellite-receiver/

Friday, April 3, 2020

BBC Satback Update : Intelsat 901 now at 27.5W

BBC Satback Update : Intelsat 901 now at 27.5W

The replacement for the Intelsat 907 satellite, that carries the BBC Satback service, Intelsat 901 has now arrived at 27.5 west, thanks to the MEV that was attached to Intelsat 901 and pushed it into place.

Satellite locations :
Intelsat 907 is located at 27,543 W

https://www.satandpcguy.com/2020/04/03/bbc-satback-update-intelsat-901-now-at-27-5w/