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telf

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telf replied to a thread
2 days ago
Alan Cyprus

Firestick TV box by Alan Cyprus

Hi, I bought a Amazon free TV stick thinking it would connect to BBC channels but am receiving the error code 02062.I have a smart LG television connected to a WiFi which is using UK based VPN. My phone is connected to the same VPN and receives BBC ...

telf

Just had a thought If tv is region set with a chip you have to change its geographic firmware (if bought outside U.K.)tv settings need to match VPN for iPlayer ie date and time setting as iPlayer recognises clock on tv firmware turn off auto date ... Read More

telf replied to a thread
3 days ago
Alan Cyprus

Firestick TV box by Alan Cyprus

Hi, I bought a Amazon free TV stick thinking it would connect to BBC channels but am receiving the error code 02062.I have a smart LG television connected to a WiFi which is using UK based VPN. My phone is connected to the same VPN and receives BBC ...

telf

happens within the app particularly on programme change - force close iPlayer and clear cache - restart app and generally works on firestick ( I find it easier and less hassle to cast iPhone with VPN to tv iPlayer app and it’s never had an ... Read More

telf replied to a thread
3 weeks ago
phildraper

GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper

I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?

telf

@Neptune3 had you renewed your immigration Read More

telf replied to a thread
3 weeks ago
phildraper

GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper

I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?

telf

Will be the immigration expiry date most likely 👍 Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 weeks ago
phildraper

GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper

I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?

telf

A friend used link below and they sent him a new S1 certificate https://overseas-healthcare.nhsbsa.nhs. … ... Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 weeks ago
phildraper

GHS eligibility about to expire by phildraper

I have an email from Gesy notifying that my Gesy is about to expire and needs to be renewed. It doe not say how to perform the renewal! Does anyone know how to do this?

telf

A frond used link below and they sent him a new S1 certificate https://overseas-healthcare.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/apply-healthcare-cover-living-abroad/start Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 weeks ago
Cheryl

Managing meals in Cyprus by Cheryl

Hello everyone, Managing meals day-to-day can sometimes be a real mental challenge, even more so when you land in a new environment, with different schedules, habits or ingredients. How do you manage your meal routine as an expat in Cyprus? We ...

telf

Eat out for main meals - cereals/yoghurts for breakfast sandwich for lunch Read More

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last month
MacGeorge8035

Waiting for ID cards by MacGeorge8035

Hi, it has now been over 4 months since we got our temporary residency sorted. But, we are still waiting for our ID cards. How long have people generally waited for ID cards after getting temporary residency.I have tried phoning immigration in ...

telf

Customs let us know at he airport they were ready for direction Read More

telf replied to a thread
3 months ago
Drambuie

UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie

After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...

telf

Surfshark has a very good rotating IP feature Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 months ago
Kevin Thompson

Health insurance by Kevin Thompson

I’m having a ‘thick’ day, not helped by an insurance company giving me confusing information.I’m trying to get quotes for health insurance ready for residency application and subsequent move to Cyprus,we are not yet old ...

telf

@SimCityAT Only covers emergency treatment whilst on a holiday Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 months ago
Drambuie

UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie

After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...

telf

This will impact IPTV as Cyta and other EU ISPs will be held accountable for EU digital copyright regulations Data - includes emails, messages, video etc Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 months ago
Drambuie

UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie

After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...

telf

European Union will vote on legislation that could fundamentally alter digital privacy across Europe - a regulation requiring communication platforms to automatically scan all messages, photos and emails before transmission. Cyprus currently ... Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 months ago
Drambuie

UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie

After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...

telf

Have you tried using the vpn with iplayer on your phone and casting bbc to tv I have an LG tv and have no problem with the bbc app on tv or casting to tv Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 months ago
Drambuie

UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie

After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...

telf

You should be able to get iPlayer via a vpn on asmart tv (android) or firestick - ensure timezoneon devices mirrors ukYou do need another if your devices load up the vpn - though having one access point set to U.K. with the vpn is ideal Read More

telf replied to a thread
4 months ago
Drambuie

UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie

After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now😉What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...

telf

Buy a cheap travel router that you caneasily setup with a vpn with its menu and use a secondary access device allowing al U.K. services including Alexa devices with bbc sounds etcCurrently on Amazon £32 but a lot of used items on ebay U.K. ... Read More