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New free streaming platform launching with TV favourites from BBC, ITV and Channel 4
Everyone TV, the company behind free streaming platform Freely, has announced a major deal with global streaming company Roku.
A new free telly channel is set to debut, featuring favourites from broadcasters such as BBC, ITV and Channel 4.
Everyone TV, the group behind the free streaming platform Freely, has announced a significant agreement with global streaming giant Roku.
In a massive leap for Freely's growth, the free streaming service will be accessible on the next generation of smart tellies powered by Roku's operating system.
Supported by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and 5, Freely includes all their live channels and players.
It also provides content offerings from GB News, U&Dave, and PBS America, reports the Express.
As if that wasn't enough, a launch later this year will see 16 new streamed channels showcasing programmes from UK public service broadcasters including The Chase, GPs Behind Closed Doors, Police Interceptors, The Yorkshire Vet, Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly and more.
Currently, Roku holds the top spot for telly streaming platforms in the US, Canada and Mexico, and has reached over 90 million households globally.
After launching in the UK in 2012, Roku TV models and streaming players have become available at all major retailers online and across the country.
Freely launched in April this year, and has given viewers the chance to binge more on demand content than any streaming service in the UK, with access to 97% of the nation's favourite shows.
Everyone TV's CEO, Jonathan Thompson, stated: "Offering Freely on the Roku operating system is a major milestone for us, as we continue to expand reach for the free streaming platform.
"We're delighted that as a huge global player, Roku has recognised the importance of easy and seamless access to public service broadcast content for UK audiences and I look forward to seeing Freely smart TVs with Roku in market this summer."
Roku's UK Country Manager, Richard Halton, added: "Roku believes that all TV will be streamed. We are excited to partner with Freely and continue our collaboration with UK broadcasters. Together we will bring the best content discovery experience to viewers across the UK.
"We look forward to unveiling our new Roku TV models with Freely built-in, which will be available from UK retailers this summer."
This month, Roku TV models with Freely will be available, starting with Sharp, Polaroid, and METZ.
