A popular new device available at Argos is the Manhattan S4-R set-top box, offering features similar to Sky Q without the need for monthly fees. This device allows users to record programs, pause live TV, and store content on its built-in hard drive, all without any ongoing costs. Operating with Freesat, the S4-R utilizes an existing satellite dish to provide access to over 100 channels, including BBC, ITV1, Channel 4, E4, and more.
Manhattan emphasizes the S4-R’s user-friendly interface, search capabilities, and access to a vast library of on-demand content, supported by popular apps like BBC iPlayer and ITVX. While it may not offer premium sports and movie packages like Sky Q, Freesat’s appeal lies in its free viewing experience.
Priced at £219.99, the Manhattan S4-R 500GB model is currently available at retailers such as Argos and Amazon, with larger 1TB and 2TB versions set to launch soon. Manhattan’s COO, Alex Arbab-Zadeh, highlights the S4-R’s enhanced recording capacity, allowing up to four simultaneous recordings compared to the previous two-channel limit. Positioned as a cost-effective alternative to subscription TV services, the S4-R caters to households seeking flexibility and choice.
In a similar vein, the Pleio puck aims to disrupt traditional TV services by offering free streaming access to over 50 live channels through the internet, bypassing the need for an aerial. Priced at £99.99, the Pleio puck is back in stock and includes a gaming controller along with access to over 200 online games.
Sky has announced a 20% price reduction on its Sky Glass Air TV ahead of the upcoming World Cup, with prices starting from £4.50 per month. Customers interested in the advanced Sky Glass Gen 2 model, featuring a 4K Quantum Dot display and built-in Dolby Atmos soundbar, can opt for packages starting from £11 per month.