New vs old Youview box picture

I am now in possession of a new and old youview box and have noticed that the new little box BT now supplies seems to deliver a less crystal clear picture than the older Humax branded youview box.
Anyone else notice this downgrade in service?

Travelstar wrote:
I am now in possession of a new and old youview box and have noticed that the new little box BT now supplies seems to deliver a less crystal clear picture than the older Humax branded youview box.
Anyone else notice this downgrade in service?
No. I have both the boxes and the new one produces pictures at least as good as the older box. 

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