If you're abroad, a VPN can help you access BBC iPlayer by masking your IP address. However, be aware that BBC iPlayer's terms of use prohibit the use of VPNs.

When you watch Planet Earth III in UHD on an older laptop, the processor (CPU) has to work overtime to decode the complex video codec (usually HEVC/H.265). If your device lacks a dedicated video decoding chip (GPU hardware acceleration), the CPU runs at 100% usage.

If you are watching iPlayer via on a laptop, stop immediately.

To access BBC iPlayer on your TV, you'll typically need a device that connects to the internet and supports the BBC iPlayer app. Here are some common ways to get started: