Freesat’s current range of 4K TV recording boxes has been discontinued, with stock largely unavailable across UK retailers, leaving limited options for consumers seeking new satellite recording devices.
However, A new solution is expected with Manhattan’s upcoming S4-R Freesat recorder, which is due to launch later in April. The device is expected to support multi-channel recording and integrate on-demand services such as BBC iPlayer and ITVX via broadband connectivity.
The development reflects ongoing changes in the UK TV hardware market, as manufacturers reassess product ranges and combine traditional broadcast functionality with streaming capabilities.
