We regularly update your BetterTV software to improve your viewing experience. Here's what's new in our March 2025 update for both your BetterTV device and mobile app.
BetterTV device enhancements
BetterTV device enhancements
On Device
Streamlined content sections: We've combined News and Documentaries into a single "Factual" section, making it easier to find real-life content, history, and science programmes all in one place.
Enhanced Sports section: You'll find fresh highlights from recent football and rugby matches, plus content from new sports apps giving you more viewing options.
Better movie browsing: Movie posters in the Cinema section are now larger and more eye-catching, making it easier to spot films you want to watch.
Improved BBC channel reliability: If your aerial connection is poor, BBC channels will automatically switch to iPlayer so you can keep watching without interruption.
Full channel descriptions: The TV guide now shows complete channel information, giving you all the details you need when browsing.
On Mobile app
Touch volume and brightness controls. While watching videos, you can now adjust settings with simple swipes:
Volume: Swipe up or down on the right side of your screen
Brightness: Swipe up or down on the left side of your screen
Precise video navigation (iPhone/iPad only). Pause any video and drag the timeline marker to jump to exactly where you want to watch.
Android improvements. We've updated the video player and made technical improvements for better stability and compatibility with newer Android devices.
Programme recommendations
Programme recommendations
The "You Might Also Like" feature helps you discover new shows and movies based on what you're currently viewing.
How recommendations work
Smart suggestions. When you're looking at any programme, you'll see recommendations for similar content that matches your interests.
Example: If you're browsing an action movie, you'll see suggestions for other action films or similar adventure shows.
Personal discovery: We help you find content you'll enjoy without having to search through everything manually.
Easy browsing: Use recommendations to explore new content when you're not sure what to watch next.
Programme information cards
Programme information cards
When you select any show or movie, you'll see a detailed Programme Card with all the information you need to decide if it's worth watching.
What programme cards show you
Star ratings from other viewers to see how popular the content is.
Release year so you know if it's a recent release or classic content.
Duration to check if you have enough time to watch it.
Genre to understand what type of content it is - comedy, drama, action, documentary, etc.
Parental guidance information to know if it's suitable for children.
Cast and crew details including actors and directors.
Find programmes across apps
Find programmes across apps
Programme cards show which apps have the content you want. If a movie is on both Prime Video and Rakuten TV, you'll see buttons for both.
This saves you from manually checking each app to find where something is available. Just pick the service you prefer or are subscribed to.
Choose your preferred app based on your subscriptions or viewing preferences.
