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iPlayer ending downloads for Macs, PCs

The BBC’s iPlayer streaming service is to end downloads for users who watch on desktop or laptop computers. Currently viewers on PCs and Macs can save programmes via the iPlayer Downloads app, but that will soon come to an end. The changes were “due to the low number of people using it and the cost […]

February 13, 2024

Tabby McTat Song gets Xmas charity release

Ahead of the much-anticipated release of Magic Light Pictures production of Tabby McTat on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Christmas, fans are now able to download the Tabby McTat Song. The song has been exclusively performed and recorded by voice cast Rob Brydon, who plays busker Fred in the film, and Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù who […]

December 4, 2023

Netflix enables watching whilst downloading

Netflix has added a feature allowing users to watch downloaded content on-the-go even if their download is incomplete. The partial downloading experience is available immediately to Android device users. In a blog post, Keela Robison, Vice President of Product Innovation at Netflix, explained: “Whether it’s a long flight or an extended commute, downloaded series and […]

June 29, 2021By Nik Roseveare