I wouldnt object to the £149 as a payment for a new improved product ... i just dont see that i need it for my TV habits
I also object to VM only accepting payment in advance paid by card on the phone ...
add to fact my personal feelings are ... I wont pay for something that others on the same package as me are getting for free .. and i know some will call that jealously or petty ... but thats my feelings about it ... fairness for all , equality and all that guff

( i dont want a personalised remote just the same deal as others on my package)
thats my views of which no doubt most will disagree but shucks .. im allowed em anyway