Digital switchover explained
- Find out what the TV digital switchover will mean for you and when it will happen
- We explain what new equipment you'll need
- Freeview, Freesat, Sky or BT Vision – which TV provider offers the best service for your needs?
- Where to get help with the switchover to digital TV
What's in this guide
Analogue TV switch off
When each TV region is switching over to digital TV up to the final digital switchover in 2012, plus how to avoid potential pitfalls
The best TV equipment and services
Find out about your four main digital TV options – cable TV, Freeview, satellite TV and online TV – and the equipment you need to watch them
Will I need a new TV aerial?
Find out if you'll need a new TV aerial for digital switchover
Digital switchover pros and cons
Costs and benefits of going digital, plus why the UK TV switchover is happening
Digital switchover FAQs
Find out the cheapest way to go digital, whether you can still use your old VCR and more
Next steps to digital switchover
Six easy steps to ensure your switch to digital TV is hassle free