5 fantastic TV streaming services to keep you entertained during isolation

Staying indoors right now is our best way of fighting Covid-19 and thanks to technology that really shouldn’t be too difficult.

Many people will have mused on the fact that this has happened when smart phones, video calls and streaming services are the norm rather than 20 years ago.

If ever there was a time for some escapism it is now and TV streaming services offer an easy way to pass the time, free from the guilt of not feeling up to learning a new language or redecorating the entire house.

It’s not just adults that TV streaming will be helping out either, legions of young children and teenagers also find themselves in the unusual position of being unable to leave their home – and for them online content is a Godsend.

Netflix

Netflix is the major player in online content and having been established at an early date is now making quality shows in its own name.

Many of the most talked about shows at the moment are on Netflix, with social media chat replacing water cooler conversations about what’s on TV. The fascinating Tiger King documentary seems to be the go-to show of the moment but if you missed Stranger Things, The Crown, Orange is the New Black or House of Cards now is the time to catch up.

With the ability to create kids accounts, Netflix is perfect for parents concerned about what their kids are watching as they can password protect any content that is upwards of a U rating. Lots of popular shows and films are available to help kids while away the hours.

Amazon Prime

Amazon Prime has moved swiftly to challenge the domination of Netflix with a similarly comprehensive selection of film and TV choices. With reasonably strong film content service it continues to strengthen its own TV shows.

Already streaming major TV hits such as The X-Files, Lost and The Night Manager, Amazon Prime has unleashed some compelling shows of its own. These include Sneaky Pete, Mr Robot and Homecoming. For those missing sport on TV, the All or Nothing series could be a good choice.

Again, like Netflix, Amazon Prime has an excellent choice of children’s favourites.

Disney+

The timeless nature of Disney films gives them a premium value and until the release of Disney+ had made them harder to get hold of. At this moment in time Disney+ could come into its own with a very well-timed release.

Priced reasonably at £5.99 a month, Disney+ offers children’s favourites from Marvel, Disney and Pixar, including Coco, Star Wars, Frozen, The Lion King, Toy Story and Black Panther.

In short, the channel has the sort of back catalogue most children will have only dreamed of before Disney+ went live in the UK at the end of March.

Now TV                                                                 

Now TV is essentially a streaming service that offers a pay as you go version of Sky TV, which is ideal for people wanting access to the quality of Sky’s main offerings on an ad hoc basis.

Now TV is a good way to watch the much talked about television shows that have aired on Sky, such as Game of Thrones. It is also a good option for people wanting access to up to date film releases who can use the cinema pass option. Likewise, sports fans can tailor their subscription to watch their favourite events – although in the current climate live sport will be very much limited.

Kids haven’t been forgotten either and parents can add in a Kids Pass for just £3.99 a month giving them access to Sky’s generous children’s schedule.

Now TV lets viewers optimise choice dependent on how much they are willing to spend each month.

Apple TV+

Apple’s TV streaming service is still in its infancy offering a small number of original shows. However, what is on offer is promising with The Morning Show seeing awards success, and the visuals of documentary The Elephant Queen winning praise.

With the weight of Apple behind it this TV streaming service will undoubtedly grow rapidly with the quality the company is known for.

If you have bought a brand-new Apple device you should also have received a free one-year subscription, which is certainly a good way to see what the channel has to offer.

As well as the major streaming channels, catch-up TV is a great way to stay entertained, especially with the BBC’s iPlayer. While the BBC is expanding its streaming service in collaboration with ITV through Britbox, licence-fee payers can continue to enjoy the quality of BBC productions at no extra cost on iPlayer.

Staying entertained is an important part of staying positive during these challenging times, and with all the quality TV on offer there should be something for everyone.

If you have any concerns about the quality of reception to your television please contact Aerial Services

 

 

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Aerial Services – Dulwich

Unit 5, 92-98, Vauxhall Walk SE11 5EL
020 7582 8888

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What is Sky Q and is it right for me?

Steaming services have transformed the landscape of television with easy to use on-demand services – and Sky Q is the media giant’s response to this.

But rather than adapt their existing – and ever-popular – system Sky unveiled a new golden standard in television – watching that built on the best of what is already available.

Sitting one tier above Sky+, Sky Q offers a premium television service that offers pretty much all that you could want from your TV in one place.

What are the main features of Sky Q?

Sky Q combines the huge choice and accessibility of Sky TV with the convenience and flexibility of streaming services.

Whereas viewers of Sky TV have previously been restricted to recording two shows at a time, Sky Q allows you to record six programmes simultaneously – and watch a seventh!

This is complemented by dedicated Sky Q boxes supporting Ultra HD and 4K television and films to assure the highest quality viewing experience.

A neat slimline Sky Q box is matched by the layout and usability of the software, which has stepped away from the text-dominant layout of Sky+ to be smoother and image-led.

More choice and more ways to enjoy watching Sky TV

Users will have access to a large catalogue of on-demand TV shows and films of the quality that has come to be expected of Sky.

And, if that still isn’t enough choice, the format includes apps linking to:

• BBC iPlayer
• Spotify
• Netflix
• YouTube
• Disney+ due to launch March 2020)

That is a lot of content, and, with the capacity of the Sky Q boxes, there is scope to watch lots of it, which makes the support system to watch Sky Q in multiple rooms or on the go really bring added value to this premium package.

The Sky Q package makes it much easier to view Sky TV on different devices using Sky Q mini boxes, which use wi-fi to pass the signal from the main box around the home.

Sky Q can be watched on three televisions and two mobile devices at the same time – giving families a welcome break from squabbling over who is watching what.

Is Sky Q right for me?

Sky Q is very much seen as a golden standard in home viewing, with the quality of service and content matched with accessibility.

The way it enables multi-use is ideal for larger families with diverse interests – and the high-tech set up means this can be achieved with minimum fuss and no reduction in quality.

Bringing iPlayer, Netflix and Spotify together within Sky’s system delivers a neat focal point that users will appreciate.

In terms of choice, the offering is pretty much unbeatable so if you are a fan of quality television shows and films, Sky Q is a sensible investment.

With the Sky Ultimate TV package demanding a higher price, at the end of the day it comes down to what you can afford.

Certainly, if you can afford to switch up your deal, you will unlock a whole new world of top class content, quality and accessibility.

Speak to a Sky Q expert

As a Sky agent, Aerial Services can install Sky Q into your home. To find out more about the packages available or to discuss installation of Sky Q, contact Aerial Services.

 

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Aerial Services – Slough

97 Grampian Way, Langley, Slough SL3 8UF
01753 415180

https://www.aerialservices.co.uk/what-is-sky-q-and-is-it-right-for-me/

WHAT ARE HEADSHOTS?

It’s a simple question but the answer is anything but simple. Technically, headshots are tight framed portraits that focus attention on a person’s face. And that’s where many people think the story ends. Clients may simply ask for a professional headshot… ‘I just want to look professional’. But they haven’t fully thought through what a headshot is and what functions it performs.

Close cropped, they provide detail and expression so communicate character, mood and intent. And this is important because a professional portrait isn’t simply a likeness, it is a marketing tool. It has an audience and a message. Whether it is a set of team photographs on a company website, your C.V., LinkedIn or even a dating website profile: your headshot has a job to do.

This is where things start getting interesting for us and we’ll share with you some information around purpose and how headshots can engage positive emotions. After reading this brief guide you’ll know better about what kind of headshot you should be asking your photographer to deliver to you on your next headshot photography session.

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Headshots – The Basics

Although attention is on the face, there are signs (signifiers)  and narrative communicated in expression, dress, lighting, background and focus. And we use every element to craft complex messages that transmit emotional meaning. The human animal is highly tuned emotionally (how often have you heard the phrase: people buy on emotion, justify with logic)?  And this is really important in a C.V. document. Your next boss/client/HR manager, will take a quick look at your headshot, in a split second experience a set of complex emotions (often subconsciously) and then start to read your ‘personal statement’. If your headshot does not support what is written the manager will feel uneasy and move on to the next candidate.

It is perfectly possible to create a headshot that is at once, professional, relaxed, senior, intelligent and approachable.

How Do We Go Beyond The Basics of Headshots?

First we need to understand your requirements; who you are and what you wish to communicate? Our preparation guides start to get you thinking: what clothing is appropriate for the shoot? What do I wish to communicate? And even on our most basic headshot session we spend time getting to know you, understanding how you express yourself. Looking for the little character traits that make you special, working out the most flattering angles for light, lens and camera.

Lighting creates mood and therefore has to be tightly controlled. No matter if you are using ambient light from a window or catching the last rays of a sunset, the light has to deliver the mood required for your headshot. And, as you are a busy executive and we live on an island in the North Atlantic, the likelihood of being able to wait until the ambient light is perfect is around zero.

But this is where you can have your cake and eat it. Light is a known quantity, we can adapt and modify it for the situation: creating sunset at mid-day and warm rays in winter. It is simply a matter of applying the right components of light.

We will discuss your requirements and create a lighting set (both in studio and on location) to meet them (assuming the perfect light hasn’t magically made an appearance).

Signifiers or signs: these can be found in many places but particularly your pose and clothes. We will take you through a number of poses and show you what your body language communicates. A simple signifier can be  the difference between wearing a tie or having an open necked shirt.

Expression: photographic portraits are performance art. Even the most experienced can feel a little uncomfortable in front of camera. As portrait specialists we adapt our performance to bring out the required emotional expression: whether that is a wry smile, steely-eyed glare or warmth and compassion.

Audience

All headshots are marketing documents. They have to communicate the right message to your audience/marketplace. And that audience will change. One day you might be sharing news of record growth with your co-workers, the next discussing cyber security with directors.

– Corporate headshots:

These are usually crafted for companies that need to show their staff to the public, specifically across their websites and digital platforms. This practice is well known in human resources and corporate marketing and is called “staffing”. Companies have been more worried in recent years about showing a human face to the public in their platforms. This way, clients usually feel closer to the human side of a company, and this couldn’t be achieved if it wasn’t for corporate headshots. Each person is different inside a company, yet the whole batch of corporate headshots should correspond to a consistent aesthetic or graphic design.

– LinkedIn headshots:

LinkedIn came to revolutionise the long tradition of CVs. Back in the day we were used to print our CVs or email a copy of it to other people. Nowadays LinkedIn has made this practice quite old-fashioned. Said that, people wrongly think that a LinkedIn headshot could be just like a regular CV, but that doesn’t make anyone stand out from the crowd. We like doing that “concept” approach we described above when doing LinkedIn headshots for our clients. This way, people have one single photograph that truly speaks about their professional personality, and it could also be used across other platforms as well, like Gravatar, Medium, Twitter, etc.

– Director headshots:

CEO’s and other kinds of high profile corporate directors are usually the best known human face of a company. This makes directors easy to link to a company, and their headshot portraits should be designed with care and precision. Not all leaders are alike, and we definitely know that. When dealing with director headshots we love taking our time doing research and crafting ideas. Don’t worry, we have some experience with this, so we won’t waste any of your precious time.

– Business headshot:

This one is quite similar to the LinkedIn one, but is usually aimed for internal usage or identification inside a company. Not all companies have the proper lighting or photographic equipment to develop this task, and that’s when we come into play.

–    Actors headshot:

These are powerful headshots that set you apart and give you the best chance of success in your profession, whether that is of an actor or some kind of performer or celebrity, whether for Spotlight or cinematic US purposes.

 

Some people get easily confused with all these different categories, so we hope that now it will be a less murky concept for you. We also hope that after reading this brief guide you’ll be better known about these 5 closely related genres so the next time you’ll pick a better suited headshot depending on what you want to achieve. If you have any further doubts, don’t hesitate in contacting me.

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For Corporate and Business Headshots:

Grey Corporate Headshots London

71-75 Shelton St, Holborn, London WC2H 9JQ

07764 801420

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For Actors and Performers Headshots:

Garrick Headshots

75 Shelton St, Holborn, London WC2H 9JQ

020 7407 8776

 

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Take control with an anti-roosting system for seagulls

Seagulls are a year-round problem for many communities but in the nesting season these problems can appear magnified.

As the peak nesting season approaches, it might be time to consider installing an anti-roosting system for seagulls to minimise the impact the birds will have on your home or business.

Already with a reputation for being noisy and aggressive, the nesting season, which runs through the months of April, May, June and July, can see these issues intensify.

As large birds, seagulls can be intimidating and, with their often-reported habit of swooping down to steal food from unwitting passers-by, an increase in aggression will only make this worse.

Seagull control in the form of an anti-roosting system is one way to take pre-emptive action against this.

The first step in reducing a seagull control problem is by keeping them off your property in the first place. Once they have found a good place to roost with a nearby food supply, seagulls will remain there.

How an anti-roosting system for seagulls works

An anti-roosting system for seagulls combines seagull deterrents to make a building inhospitable to the birds.

The layout of the building – and its potential nesting areas – will determine what measures are used for seagull control.

As a general rule an anti-roosting system for seagulls will aim to stop the birds landing on the building in the first place, as such preventing them from nesting there.

An anti-roosting system for seagulls will include spikes that are fitted along potential roosting sites that stop the birds from landing without causing them harm.

Seagull spikes may be used in conjunction with netting to maximise the effect and coverage of the anti-roosting system for seagulls.

Why is seagull control so important?

If seagulls choose to roost on your property their numbers can quickly grow out of control –an anti-roosting system for seagulls will help to stop this.

Once they have a supply of waste food to feed off and a warm, sheltered place to roost that is free from predators, seagulls will be happy to stay.

Emboldened by their close proximity to people and wise to the rich pickings of either waste, or unwatched food seagulls will become an increasing problem, as will their noise and aggression.

If seagulls do make your property their home the following can become an issue:

• Bird droppings – as well as creating an unsightly mess and presenting a health hazard in the spread of disease, a high volume of seagull droppings will also present a slip hazard.
• Damage to buildings – Multiple seagulls perched on the edge of a building can cause damage physical and through their faeces fostering weed growth. Ultimately this could damage mortar and gutters.
• Damage through nesting – Seagulls can make nests in and around chimneys and gas flues with the potential of causing damage and presenting a danger though blockage.
• Aggression – seagulls divebombing and swooping close to people in the hunt for food is a serious concern, especially if you run a food business…
• Noise – the squawk of the seagull can become incredibly grating when heard en masse, day in, day out.

By acting early and putting in an anti-roosting system for seagulls you can deter seagulls from choosing to make your property their home.

Total Bird Control has extensive experience in fitting anti-roosting system for seagulls and will work with you to plan the best seagull control for your building whether it is your home or business.

To discuss installing anti-roosting system for seagulls at your property get in touch with Total Bird Control.

 

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TBC Nationwide Office
Highfield Farm, Middle Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B38 0DX
0121 695 9076



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Sports training is a really individual experience, however we all share in the advantages that training gives our kids and ourselves. This list may persuade you to take the leap if you’re believing of becoming a sports coach. If you’re already a pe coach, it will remind you how lucky you are!

1) Sports coaching is extremely fulfilling You get to partner with people in whichever location is MOST important to them right now. You can make a huge difference to their life, and see the results unfold. Learn what areas are most satisfying for you, and work with school students who are pursuing them.

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3) Set your own work hours e.g. Mon to Wed, 10am– 1pm? You decide when you coach, and when you’ll have spare time to develop other tasks. Prefer to coach in the evenings? Want 2 hours for lunch? It’s your choice.. Or find a local sports coaching company that works with children in schools and have an impact for the leaders of tomorrow.

4) Sports coaching pays well You might spend 2 days a week coaching 20 customers, and still make £60,000 that year. And, if you worked up to 30 customers at $400 per month, we’re talking $144,000 for coaching three days a week.

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