Can I connect my phone to YouView?

You can do this on any android phone running 4.4. 2 or above (requirements on chromecast) or by using a 3rd party app to cast your device which I would assume youview would need to create in order to cast the screen.

Does YouView box need Internet?

You can use YouView without an internet connection but you’ll be missing out on what makes YouView, YouView. Connecting to the internet gives you access to the backwards EPG, IP channels and On Demand content. Not having an internet connection will also inhibit your boxes ability to receive important software updates.

How do I connect my YouView box to my router?

Connect to the Internet Connect your Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the back of your box, to a LAN port on the back of your router: Router too far from your box? To connect your box to the internet you’ll need a pair of powerline adapters: Want to know more about powerline adapters?

What is the difference between Freeview and YouView?

Channels and streaming services Freeview offers 70 channels, as well as 15 HD channels if you’ve got an HD TV and a set top box with Freeview HD. YouView has the same number of channels, with the option to get a lot more when you get with a pay TV service from BT or TalkTalk.

Do you need a YouView box if you have a smart TV?

Re: I have a smart TV and don’t use the BT-TV box; do I need BT TV classic? Unless you want BT Classic TV you really don’t need it, or your youview box.

Is YouView being discontinued?

YouView will be phasing out support for the YouView mobile app with final support ending on the 31st March 2020. The YouView mobile app will then be removed from the App Store and Google Play. BT are be opening up the remote record functionality within the BT TV app for all* YouView users by the end of March.

Can I use a YouView box without subscription?

Can You Get The YouView Box Without A Subscription? You can buy a YouView box on its own without any accompanying subscriptions from BT, TalkTalk, and Plusnet. It would mean very limited services though. However, you can use it with your regular aerial set up.