Egyptian news channel Al Jazeera English, a longstanding Freeview (terrestrial) channel is no longer available in the traditional sense, and has been removed from the COM6 commercial multipex. However, the channel remains available as a ‘streamed’ channel on channel number 251.
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Al Jazeera Ends Freeview HD Channel
Al Jazeera has ceased broadcasting its Freeview HD version following the introduction of a new standard definition version on channel 235.
With the new version being on a different frequency, more viewers can access the channel of Freeview. The channel will continue to be available following the introduction of 5G mobile phone services, as the HD version of the channel was on a temporary frequency that is to be re-used for 5G.
Whilst reduction of picture quality is a downside, this is far outweighed by the boost in coverage area.
Freeview Changes – Al Jazeera Increases Freeview Coverage
Al Jazeera English has taken a slot on the COM6/ArqB Freeview multiplex, and will officially launch in standard definition on May 30th with channel number 235.
This compliments the channels HD version, which only has a limited coverage area on temporary multiplex. Viewers with non-HD equipment will now also be able to view the channel on Freeview