Streaming portal Channelbox has added more channels to its line-up, giving viewers with a connected Freeview receiver access to extra sports and international channels.
It follows an upgrade to its user interface on Freeview channel 271 to allow listing by category. All new channel launches are also available via the Channelbox mobile app, available for Android and iOS.
New sports-themed channels include: Fuel TV, MMA TV, Unreel and Auto Allstars.
Two news channels have been added, including:
- TVP World – the English language global service from Poland’s public service broadcaster.
- OAN (One America Network) – right-wing news channel from the USA.
They join other news channels, including Euronews English, Africa News and France 24.
As a result, the service now counts more than 35 channels, many in HD.
In addition to providing a UK outlet to traditional TV channels, some of the services are so-called FAST channels, free, ad-supported television channels, exclusive to online streaming services.
Channelbox recently upgraded its Freeview portal to support HbbTV, opening up the service to all connected Freeview Play devices.
[Image: Interface of mobile app version]