Bt tv‘s Box Pro is a super alternative to Sky Q and far better equipped than Virgin, plus there’s access to content here that not even the premier streaming services can offer – especially if you’re into sports.
You’ll have to be willing to pay for the pleasure, but UK TV doesn’t get better than this.
Can I put an EE Sim in a Sky Mobile
All devices come unlocked, so you can use your own SIM, even if it’s with another provider.
How is fibre optic connected to my house
Fiber-optic is delivered via a cable, either from underground or an aerial power pole, that goes right into your house.
This is called Fiber to the Home, which is just what you want if you can get it.
Your internet service provider will bring it right to your door. Of course, it’s what’s inside the cable that counts.
Does Virgin use BT lines
Virgin use their own infrastructure. BT uses Openreach’s so if Openreach have either full fibre or Fibre to the Cabinet in your area it will be a different cable used to what Virgin Media gave you.
Which broadband providers do not use BT lines
Virgin Media is the only major ISP (internet service provider) to offer broadband without a phone line.
This is because it operates its own cable network that’s independent of Openreach.
Do I still need a landline UK
Landlines will still exist, and you can still have a phone line in your home – but the system that underpins it will be different.
The changeover needs to happen by December 2025, as this is when the old technology will stop working.
Can I get broadband without a BT landline
If you don’t use your landline phone, Broadband only lets you have the broadband you want without the landline you don’t.
However, you won’t be able to make or receive any incoming calls on your landline phone.
This includes calls to the emergency services.
Can I have BT TV without BT Broadband
To get BT TV you need to have BT Broadband. BT TV combines Free-to-air channels via your aerial, with premium channels and Video On Demand via your broadband connection.
There’s a minimum line speed for BT TV. When you’re placing your order we’ll tell you the broadband speed.
Can I get rid of my BT landline
To stop your phone service you’ll need to give us a minimum 30 days’ notice.
If you want to stop the service before the 30-day period ends, you’ll be charged for the remaining days.
What cable does BT broadband use
The Ethernet port is normally marked LAN and will connect with the ports on the back of your Hub.
But if you have Full Fibre, you will need a Cat5e Ethernet. BT will supply this, and it’s the cable with red ends.
You can buy Cat5e cables elsewhere, but they might have different colours.
How do they connect fibre to your house
The fibre cable will usually enter your property through the same point as your telephone line, which then connects to a modem to reach the signal.
Fibre to the cabinet on the other hand uses fibre optic cable ONLY to the cabinet, and then copper wire delivers the connection into your home or business.
Is BT full fibre better than Virgin
Overall verdict The most important criteria are price and speed here – you get more for your money, on average, from Virgin, and they have a wider range of fibre speeds on offer.
If both BT and Virgin Media are available where you live, you’re most likely better off going with Virgin.
Who is better BT or Virgin
Overall. Virgin wins by a mile on speed, but lags slightly behind BT when it comes to customer service; two of the most important factors when it comes to choosing a broadband provider.
BT has decent technology and some great extras, but if you want fast and reliable broadband, Virgin may be the way to go.
What is the difference between BT Fibre 1 and Fibre 2
With a Fibre 1 package, speeds increase to an average of 50Mbps, and with a Fibre 2 package, speeds can average 67Mbps.
Users with Fibre Essential and Fibre 1 get upload speeds up to 9.5Mpbs, and Fibre 2 users benefit from upload speeds of around 19.5Mpbs.
Sources
https://www.cable.co.uk/broadband/guides/bt-virgin-media-broadband/
https://www.sky.com/broadband
https://www.moneysupermarket.com/broadband/providers/reviews/virgin-media-broadband-review/
https://www.gadgetmypad.co.uk/site/sky-box-line-test/
