Virgin Media customers handed 80 'bonus' channels on TV box

Virgin Media customers can unlock more than 80 bonus channels hidden on their TV box NOW at no extra cost, they've been told. There is actually a whole host of stations hiding in plain sight in one popular app: Amazon Prime Video.

You don't need to be a Prime subscriber to access and watch them, either. When you open the Prime Video app, look for the Live TV tab, where you can view the onlin streaming giant's free content, including shows like Neighbours, the former Channel 5 soap.

On its website, Virgin Media explains: "Looking for exclusive dramas, blockbuster movies and incredible live sport – including this season’s UEFA Champions League and Premier League – delivered straight to your all-singing, all-dancing Virgin TV box? Then you’re in luck, because Prime Video is available on Virgin Media."

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The blog post adds: "If you’re a Virgin Media customer armed with our V6 box (powered by TiVo), Virgin TV 360 box or Stream from Virgin Media, you can get Prime Video direct on your telly once you’ve got a subscription to the service. Simply sign up to Prime Video via the website, and you can log in on the box.

"And because Prime Video is fully integrated into your box, you can search without even going into the app. Just select Search & Discover from the Home menu and type in the name of the show or movie you’re after. Not only that, but 360 and Stream customers can also voice search Prime Video shows with their remote.

"Please note, if you watch TV on our TiVo box, you will not be able to access Prime Video. But it’s super-simple to upgrade to our latest Virgin TV box by contacting us on 0345 454 1111 (or call 150 from a Virgin Media phone).""