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Virgin Media shutdown: broadband and TV V6 customers can no longer visit stores for help

VIRGIN MEDIA has confirmed plans to shutter its 53 high street stores permanently, leaving new customers unable to see the TV V6 set-top box in the flesh, or speak face-to-face with a customer service representative before taking the plunge on a Virgin Media fibre broadband or TV contract in the future. https://bit.ly/2MgnYFP

Windows 10: every amazing new feature coming to your PC in Windows 10 May 2020 update

WINDOWS 10 users can now download the May 2020 Update, which is packed with new features, speed and stability improvements. If you've managed to upgrade your laptop, two-in-one hybrid or desktop to the latest version of Windows 10, here's everything new to test out. https://bit.ly/2yNWrs8

Free Virgin Media TV update brings new channel that will set your pulse racing

VIRGIN MEDIA will launch a new channel to all customers from tomorrow morning. The new channel, which will be free for all customers to watch live and on-demand, is designed to get your heart racing. Here are all the details ahead of the first broadcast tomorrow at 6.30am. https://bit.ly/2XINSY4

Sky Sports and BT Sport: what Premier League restart will mean for your monthly TV bill

SKY SPORTS and BT Sports will begin to air live Premier League matches from June 17 as the football season restarts after it was paused as lockdown rules came into force in the UK. As fixtures start-up again, so too will your monthly bills. Viewers who subscribe to Sky Sports and BT Sports via Sky Q, Virgin Media TV V6, EE TV and others will see their TV bill rise to pre-lockdown levels again. https://bit.ly/2ZV7w5R

Virgin Media users can now watch these new Sky TV channels for free

VIRGIN MEDIA customers will find brand-new channels on their set-top box this from morning. The update come as part of a recent revamp of the Sky TV line-up. Here's what you need to know. https://bit.ly/2yMISJv

EE reveals how its network is changing as it unleashes new SIM deals

IT HAS BEEN a year since EE switched on its 5G network - the first of its kind to launch in the UK. One year on, the company has some interesting insights about how the extra speed has changed users' habits as it refreshes its entire SIM-only line-up. https://bit.ly/2XLC3jQ

TalkTalk down: Thousands unable to connect to home broadband in vast UK outage

THOUSANDS of TalkTalk broadband users have found themselves unable to connect to their internet, make or receive video calls, or watch online videos due to a colossal outage across the UK. TalkTalk has not updated its status page to show any issues. Part of the problem appears to be the TalkTalk routers, which do not show that the internet is not working - despite the outage. Here's everything you need to know, including whether the fix is ready. https://bit.ly/2XKptBm

Samsung reveals three new Windows 10 laptops with a feature you won't find on its rivals

SAMSUNG is releasing three new Windows 10-powered laptops in the UK which arrive with a clever new feature that gives your smartphone a boost. https://bit.ly/2zJWyFw

Sky set to end option to pause Sky Sports subscriptions and customers aren't happy

SKY Sports subscribers look set to start paying for the service from next month and the news has not gone down well. https://bit.ly/2U5DIQv

Microsoft's Windows 10 May 2020 update is here but millions will be left disappointed

IT'S been rumoured for a while but Microsoft has finally announced the release of its blockbuster May 2020 update. However, not everyone will be able to download it from today. https://bit.ly/3cdih5Y

Netflix guesses your future: How to take part in TikTok challenge

A NETFLIX craze that kicked-off on TikTok can help "predict your future", much to the amazement of users. Here's how to take part in the latest TikTok challenge. https://bit.ly/3ekoM8s

Your Galaxy Watch is set for a life-saving upgrade from Samsung

THE POPULAR Samsung Galaxy Watch is set to get a major update, which will bring improved heart monitoring to this wearable. Here's everything you need to know. https://bit.ly/2M6kipS

Vodafone upgrades thousands more customers with free unlimited data

VODAFONE has confirmed more changes to its unlimited 4G and 5G data offer for thousands more customers. And for the first time, new customers to the mobile network will be able to take advantage of the upgrade. Here's what else you need to know. https://bit.ly/36yqGQd

Twitter blue tick: How can I get verified on Twitter?

TWITTER blue ticks are considered one of social media's ultimate honours, conferring an account of public interest is authentic. But can you still get verified on Twitter? https://bit.ly/2TAwZ0z

Your Windows 10 PC could enjoy its biggest update of the year THIS WEEK

WINDOWS 10 fans could be in for a monumental week as the US technology firm is rumoured to release its bombastic new May 2020 Update imminently. Here's all you need to know about this blockbuster upgrade for your PC. https://bit.ly/3d5z8c7

Sky TV viewers will get THREE new channels for free from tomorrow

SKY will unleash three new channels to subscribers tomorrow morning, Wednesday May 27, 2020, at no extra cost. These new channels will bring a truckload of new live and on-demand content to your set-top box - in a stunning new colourful format. https://bit.ly/3gq8Bbw

Edge cranks up the heat on rival Google Chrome with an amazing set of new features

MICROSOFT EDGE is about to enjoy a truck load of useful new features to keep the heat on Google Chrome - its biggest rival in terms of marketshare. If you've been resisting the urge to switch to Edge until now, maybe these new tweaks will convince you? https://bit.ly/3d2lbvI

The next radical Apple MacBook design has been revealed in new plans

DETAILED plans about the new design changes in the pipeline for the hugely-successful MacBook range have been published online. Here's everything that could be coming to the notebook series. https://bit.ly/3egp8wT

Sony’s new flagship 8K TV makes its 4K TVs look ludicrously cheap

SONY recently announced the launch of its new 4K TVs and now the Japanese technology firm is back with the release of its latest 8K televisions and they are definitely not a bargain. https://bit.ly/3cZVfkt

Virgin Media and other broadband customers complain about bills they're powerless to stop

BROADBAND customers who have been unable to get through to customer services to complain about disappointing broadband speeds have voiced their concerns to consumer watchdog Which? As millions rely on home broadband speeds to work, take classes, and keep in touch with friends and family - these issues could be utterly devastating. https://bit.ly/2yubAPj

Apple’s next radical MacBook design has been revealed in new plans

DETAILED plans about the new design changes in the pipeline for the hugely-successful MacBook range have been published online. Here's everything that could be coming to the notebook series. https://bit.ly/3d3l0QM

BT broadband and Virgin Media customers complain over huge bills they're powerless to stop

BROADBAND customers who have been unable to get through to customer services to complain about disappointing broadband speeds have voiced their concerns to consumer watchdog Which? As millions rely on home broadband speeds to work, take classes, and keep in touch with friends and family - these issues could be utterly devastating. https://bit.ly/3cXkrI1

Marshall Monitor II ANC review: rock solid headphones, but not quite the headline act

THE Marshall Monitor II ANC are the latest Bluetooth headphones from the legendary AMP brand designed to compete with the likes of the Sony WH-1000XM3 and BOSE 700 Series. But how do they compare? And are these Marshall Monitor II ANCs worth the price? https://bit.ly/2Tw9BRM

Amazon Echo vs Google Home: There's never been a better time to buy a smart speaker

AS MILLIONS spend all-day at home, Google and Amazon have slashed prices on their smart home kit - meaning there's really never been a better time to join this revolution as you'll be spending less, and using it much more often. https://bit.ly/3bRqwok

Sky TV free upgrade could not have come at a better time for customers

SKY customers can now find a nice free update on their set-top box and it really could not have launched at a much better time. https://bit.ly/2ZtjSSn

Simple WhatsApp trick gives you the latest design before anyone else

WHATSAPP is bringing its hugely-popular dark mode - already setting pulses racing on iPhone and Android - to its web browser. But while it's not quite ready yet, we've got a nifty trick to enable it right now. https://bit.ly/2WSlgfY

Facebook Avatar: Everything you can NOT do with your brand-new cartoon character

THE Facebook Avatar feature is now rolling out to users worldwide. But while there's a lot you can do with the new cartoon feature, there are many things that don't quite work yet with the Facebook Avatar. Here's what to avoid. https://bit.ly/3g5ycGV

Did Windows 10 just copy its brilliant new feature from Apple macOS?

MICROSOFT has unleashed a new feature designed for power users to bring some very nifty functionality that will be immediately familiar to anyone who has used macOS in the last few years. Here's what you need to know. https://bit.ly/2Ts9MgT

Google Chrome: How do you update your Chrome browser on Windows 10, Android, iPhone or Mac

GOOGLE CHROME automatically updates every few weeks to ensure users receive the best service and are protected against the latest malware. Here is how to check your Google Chrome browser is up-to-date on Windows 10, Android and Apple iPhones and MacBooks. https://bit.ly/2WNtE0c

Must-have iPhone update: iOS 13.5 has an improvement we all need right now

APPLE has created a new version of iOS 13 designed to help with one of the most common problems experienced by users trying to use their iPhone as normal during the coronavirus pandemic. It also marks a significant step towards the roll out of contact tracing applications to keep tabs on the spread of COVID-19 across the population. https://bit.ly/2XhpwEN

Samsung 4K and 8K TV news will really annoy its biggest rivals

SAMSUNG's flatscreen televisions remain hugely popular as the latest sales figures prove. That's something that its rivals won't like one little bit. https://bit.ly/2XhpEEh

Facebook avatar not working: Why can't I get the Facebook avatars?

FACEBOOK avatars are not working for some people, just days after the social media platform's newest feature launched in the US. Why can't you get the Facebook avatar? https://bit.ly/2WJBwj9

Unexpected Apple Watch update brings two new designs you'd be proud to own

APPLE has added two new Apple Watch designs to its online store to celebrate Pride 2020, with the duo of new straps supporting a wide-range of causes. The limited-edition bands are paired with a new software upgrade for the smartwatch, which is coming soon. https://bit.ly/2ZhEPzC

Google Chrome update fixes browser’s worst trait ...and you can try it today

GOOGLE CHROME users can now get a first-look at a new feature coming to the web browser designed to boost the speed of their laptop and battery life by blocking some incredibly resource-intensive adverts online. https://bit.ly/2LGI5g0

Facebook Avatar: How to make your own Facebook avatar emoji

FACEBOOK avatars have taken the world by storm, with people posting their custom-made emojis to the social media platform in the absence of physical interaction. How do you make your own Facebook avatar? https://bit.ly/369PBcF

Sky offers TV and broadband users free gifts: here's how to claim yours

SKY is dishing out a number of freebies for its VIP customers, including bonus content to binge in lockdown and fun ways to keep busy at home. https://bit.ly/3cCA47I

MacBook Pro 13-inch review: A solid upgrade but we were hoping for more

APPLE has just rebooted its 13-inch MacBook Pro with more power and an improved keyboard, but is it worth the upgrade? Here's our full MacBook Pro 13-inch review. https://bit.ly/2TgjCm5

EE, Vodafone and Three warning: Don't believe this bogus message from scammers

EE, Vodafone and Three customers have been put on alert about a bogus message that is being circulated by scammers. https://bit.ly/2Zffneb

Android could soon be getting a major rival that will change the smartphone market forever

ANDROID is the world's biggest smartphone OS by a country mile, but Google may have reason to fear a major player could be about to enter the arena. https://bit.ly/2Av7vec

Sky Broadband: How to change your Wi-Fi password and network name

SKY is one of the giants of the UK broadband internet market, boasting millions of subscribers. Security-conscious Sky Broadband users should occasionally update their Wi-Fi password and network name - here is how. https://bit.ly/3dXbS0h

Apple has stopped repairing some MacBook Pro or MacBook Air models. Is yours one of them?

IF YOU suffer an issue with your older MacBook Air or MacBook Pro, you might not be able to get the Cupertino-based company to repair your laptop depending on the model. Here's everything you need to know. https://bit.ly/3bD7PVc

Microsoft Surface Earbuds get a price drop as they finally launch in the UK

SIX MONTHS after revealing the Surface Earbuds on-stage, Microsoft is finally bringing its first true wireless earbuds to the UK. And with a reduced price tag from the outset, what's not to like? https://bit.ly/362F9Ul

Google Chromecast Guest Mode: How to set up guest account on Chromecast

GOOGLE Chromecast can cater for visitors via a guest account. Here is how to set up Chromecast Guest Mode. https://bit.ly/3cBBYFw

Your Chrome browser is getting one of its most important updates ever from Google

CHROME fans are getting a vital new feature which should help to cut down on data usage and extend battery life when using the hugely popular browser to surf the web. https://bit.ly/2y38eT2

iPhone SE review: Ultimate power at a bargain price – what's not love?

THE Apple iPhone SE has returned with more power under the hood, an improved camera and other treats such as wireless and fast-charging. At £419 this device sounds like great value for money, but is it really worth investing in? Here's our full iPhone SE 2020 review. https://bit.ly/3cw7wwx

Why Vodafone is trying something VERY different to BT and Virgin Media

VODAFONE chief executive Nick Read remains bullish about the future prospects of the mobile network despite the company trying an extremely different approach to its closest rivals BT and Virgin Media. https://bit.ly/2WYO84M

Netflix may have begun to reverse the streaming change that nobody wanted

NETFLIX subscribers could soon see a big improvement to the picture quality of their favourite movies and box sets. https://bit.ly/2LnPYHc

Vodafone upgrades thousands more customers to unlimited FREE 4G data

VODAFONE has revealed new changes for hundreds of thousands of customers across the UK that could mean you don't pay for 4G mobile data until early December 2020. Here's what else you need to know. https://bit.ly/35W70Wd

Edge joins Google Chrome with a feature you'll definitely want to switch on

MICROSOFT is working on a brand new feature for its increasingly popular Edge browser and it's something that Chrome users have been enjoying for a while. https://bit.ly/3dyAzQm

If this rumour is true, there's really bad news for Samsung Galaxy Note fans

SAMSUNG is believed to be hard at work on the next Galaxy flagship, but the latest offering from the South Korean firm could be missing one huge feature we've already seen on other Galaxy smartphones launched this year. https://bit.ly/3cF51Zb