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Apple included a hidden button on your iPhone, here’s how to use it

WITH the launch of iOS 14 to millions of iPhones across the globe, Apple has included a secret new button to launch your favourite app, check the weather, take a screenshot or a dizzying number of other possibilities. Here's how it works and how to set it up on your iPhone right now. https://bit.ly/35NYCIF

Samsung achieves new milestone, thanks to Note 20 and Galaxy Z Fold 2

SAMSUNG has reported its latest financial results, which saw the South Korean technology firm grow smartphone sales year-on-year - despite the manufacturing delays caused by the coronavirus pandemic and uncertainty amongst consumers. https://bit.ly/3oFWawt

Are you being flooded with Google Drive alerts? If so you could have been hacked

GOOGLE DRIVE has been an important part of the office for some time, but it's become even more important as scores of people work from home amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. And unfortunately this shift has not gone unnoticed by scammers. https://bit.ly/3jKHUPe

BT broadband is upgrading customers’ speeds faster than ever before

THE LATEST quarterly earnings call from BT has brought some very good news to broadband customers hoping to get upgraded to the next-generation of fibre broadband speeds. https://bit.ly/3eawT95

You should hold fire on buying the Google Pixel 5, if this leak is to be believed

ANDROID fans who are looking to buy the newly-launched Google Pixel 5 might want to hold fire on that purchase for a little while longer as new rumours about Google's future plans for the smartphone have surfaced. https://bit.ly/34G2hZZ

After making its channel FREE to watch, Sky TV is planning another ‘UK first’

DON'T THINK that Sky's decision to make the once-exclusive Sky Arts available to anyone to watch for free is a sign that it's turning its back on the channel - it's just confirmed a "UK TV first" coming before the end of the year. Here's what you need to know. https://bit.ly/3jB8pqp

Broadband users hoping to switch for better prices or speeds just got some bad news

BROADBAND customers looking for a stress-free switch between providers will have to wait two more years, Ofcom has confirmed. https://bit.ly/3oz9jHL

Netflix wants to change the way you watch its TV shows and movies

NETFLIX could completely change the way you stream its television shows and movies with a surprise new feature. Here's how it works. https://bit.ly/2TvDb9x

Google Chrome update should make using an Android smartphone much safer

ANDROID users will soon be able to take advantage of an essential new Google Chrome update designed to keep them safe while surfing the web. https://bit.ly/3kH4CcI

WhatsApp’s next update could remove a popular hidden feature …and users aren't happy

WHATSAPP looks set to redesign parts of its settings menu on iPhone and Android, according to the latest beta code. However, the new look could also bring about the end of a popular hidden feature found in an obscure settings panel. https://bit.ly/3e0PjJ1

Amazon unleashes Black Friday deals early – Echo, Samsung, OnePlus fans will be VERY happy

AMAZON has kickstarted its Black Friday 2020 sales which bring a bunch of Black Friday bargains with weeks to go until the main event. If you're an impatient Amazon Echo, Samsung Galaxy and OnePlus fan - you'll be incredibly happy about the first batch of deals. https://bit.ly/3mrOn3q

You can now get superfast 'business-grade broadband' at home - and people are loving it

Priced at £26.95 a month, TalkTalk's Homeworker package offers a second broadband line, dedicated to your work https://bit.ly/34tZByq

Five iPhone 12 features you won't find on any Android phones (and one Apple is missing!)

THE NEW iPhone was unveiled earlier this month. Available in four models for the first time, the new line-up sports improved cameras, a new chipset, support for 5G speeds, and much, much more. In fact, there's a lot for Android users to be jealous about in this new iPhone... https://bit.ly/2HrBpEg

Sky TV brings a big boost to customers after huge disappointment last month

SKY TV customers were dealt some pretty devastating news last month, with the satellite broadcaster losing a swathe of popular content from the Walt Disney company. Now, it seems they are making amends with the company releasing new free shows and content to millions of users. https://bit.ly/3kxNypa

5 iPhone 12 features can't be found on any Android phones (and 1 Apple is sorely missing!)

THE NEW iPhone was unveiled earlier this month. Available in four models for the first time, the new line-up sports improved cameras, a new chipset, support for 5G speeds, and much, much more. In fact, there's a lot for Android users to be jealous about in this new iPhone... https://bit.ly/31Z4myr

How to avoid the wait and download Windows 10's latest blockbuster update right now

MICROSOFT staggers the roll out of its latest operating system updates to the one billion Windows 10 gadgets on the planet ...but there is a way to skip to the front of the queue. https://bit.ly/2HBhli5

WhatsApp on Android could finally catch-up with a feature iPhone users have had for years

WHATSAPP is working on a new feature for Android users that shouldn't surprise anyone with a recent iPhone model in their pocket. https://bit.ly/2FVd8FA

BT and Virgin Media eclipsed by fibre broadband at a ridiculously low price

BT AND Virgin Media now offer some of the fastest broadband speeds in the business, but both of these companies face some tough competition and it arrives in your home at a much cheaper price. https://bit.ly/3jq8i0Y

Alexa now wants to control the biggest screen in your home

AMAZON has upgraded its chatty smart assistant Alexa to bring more of its capabilities to the biggest screen in your home - your TV. https://bit.ly/3mfd0jO

Clocks go back: Do I need to change the clock on my phone this weekend?

CLOCKS go back this weekend, as British Summer Time ends and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT begins. But do Apple iPhones and Android phones need to automatically update on Sunday? https://bit.ly/37AlNcb

Sky just opened a new and improved way for TV and broadband customers to upgrade

SKY TV and Sky Broadband customers can now upgrade their bundles, sign-up to new contracts, or buy new accessories in an entirely new way. Here's how it works. https://bit.ly/3jhVZ6M

iPhone 12 released today: Apple reveals best and new ways to buy its smartphones

APPLE'S all-new iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro go on sale across the UK today. Ahead of the launch, Apple has revealed how to get your hands on these new devices despite the current restrictions. https://bit.ly/3of6QSN

Working from home? Here's how you can get online when kids are using your bandwidth

Priced at £26.95 a month, TalkTalk's Homeworker package offers a second broadband line, dedicated to your work https://bit.ly/31x1KHE

Huawei takes aim at Sony and Bose with new noise-cancelling headphones

HUAWEI has unveiled its new FreeBuds Studio wireless headphones, which have their sights set on Sony's award-winning WH-1000XM4 and the hugely-popular Bose 700s noise-cancelling headphones. https://bit.ly/37uAtJA

iPad Air review: no competition, this is the best Apple iPad on-sale right now

THE iPad Air has finally received a much-needed reboot with a stunning design and more power than you could even dream of under the colourful aluminium body. Here's our full iPad Air review and why this is the best tablet on the market right now. https://bit.ly/31uS941

Frustrated about missing features in WhatsApp Web? A fix could finally be on the way

WHATSAPP WEB is missing one of the most useful features available in the iPhone and Android version of the messaging service - the ability to make and receive voice and video calls for free from individuals or groups across the globe. Thankfully, that could soon be about to change. https://bit.ly/35yjm7p

NHS COVID-19 app has fixed the 'worrying' messages sent to iPhone and Android users

ONE MONTH after it first launched in England and Wales, the NHS COVID-19 app has been updated to clarify a message that warned of a "possible exposure" that caused hundreds of mistakenly believed they might've been infected with the potentially fatal virus. https://bit.ly/3m0NHBU

Big change for anyone who tops up gas or electricity with a card or key

Get a smart prepay meter and you can top up from home - no gas card or electricity key necessary https://bit.ly/31pXYzF

Watch out BT and Virgin Media! Vodafone is offering ultrafast broadband for free

BT AND Virgin Media might offer ultrafast broadband speeds but Vodafone is giving its customers the chance to access fast downloads without paying a penny. https://bit.ly/37nGUOM

Use Sky broadband? You could soon be offered the ultimate speed upgrade

SKY has added its Superfast and Ultrafast broadband bundles to a number of additional postcodes across the UK - unlocking faster speeds for more people, a new report claims. https://bit.ly/35dqypb

Your Samsung Galaxy S20 could look outdated a lot sooner than you thought

THE Galaxy S20 only arrived in stores back in March but it seems Samsung is getting ready to release its next flagship a little earlier than expected. https://bit.ly/35aNNjN

Virgin Media has an important new feature, but switching it on will cost you

VIRGIN MEDIA has announced a new bonus for full fibre and telly customers which should keep their smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs safe from attack. https://bit.ly/2IKLE6V

Google's made a change that impacts all Android users and some won't like the sound of it

ANDROID users opening up the Google Play Store app this week will notice one major difference to the digital marketplace. https://bit.ly/359tLpF

You might be owed £5,000 from Virgin Media: thousands could get a payout, will YOU?

VIRGIN MEDIA is the focus of new legal action announced this week which could end up awarding affected customers up to £5,000 each. https://bit.ly/2HaruCk

Sony has joined Samsung with a blockbuster upgrade to your 4K TV

SONY has announced a major update to some of its popular 4K TVs with Apple TV now available straight from the home screen. https://bit.ly/3lVydiF

iPhone 12 pre-orders start today, but Mini and Max fans face a longer wait

APPLE fans who want a brand-new iPhone 12 can pre-order their next smartphone starting from today, with the first batch of devices set to arrive in stores one week today. However, if you want the new iPhone 12 Mini or iPhone 12 Pro Max, you'll need to wait a little longer. https://bit.ly/3j1G6Bd

If you want a new iPad Air, you’d better start saving: leak claims release date is close

APPLE has kept quiet about when we'll see its dramatically redesigned iPad Air appear on shelves worldwide following its announcement on September 15. However, a new leak might've ruined the surprise... and Apple fans better start saving! https://bit.ly/31slNqT

iPhone 12 pre-orders: the one thing you need to do TODAY to ensure you don’t miss out

APPLE fans hoping to get their hands on the latest iPhone models - iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro - when pre-orders go live tomorrow should follow a few simple steps today to ensure they're at the front of the queue when the first batch of Apple smartphones become available to buy. https://bit.ly/34025Ee

Sky Q’s latest feature is available on your Amazon Fire TV Stick now

FOLLOWING a roll-out to Sky Q set-top boxes nationwide, on-demand fitness streaming service Fiit is now available to download on Amazon's hugely-popular Fire TV Stick. https://bit.ly/372Hrp8

OnePlus 8T has an upgraded screen, lower price, and charges twice as fast as the iPhone 12

ONEPLUS has taken the wraps off its latest smartphone, OnePlus 8T, in an online-only event. Here's everything you need to know about the new handset, including its release date, price, and features. https://bit.ly/34WdqVo

Apple HomePod Mini takes on Google Nest Mini and Echo Dot

APPLE has unveiled a diddier cousin to its HomePod smart speaker, known as HomePod Mini. The Siri-enabled speaker can be paired to play music in stereo, as well as act as an intercom to pass short audio messages to family members in other rooms without shouting. https://bit.ly/2Fs2HsW

iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 release: New Apple phones get big new features and super fast 5G

APPLE has finally lifted the lid on its updated iPhone 12 and also introduced a new iPhone 12 Mini to its lineup of devices. Here's all you need to know about these smartphones including full specs, release date and UK price. https://bit.ly/3jXp9t9

iPhone 12 launch could reveal when Apple fans should ditch their Amazon Prime subscription

APPLE will hold its annual iPhone event tonight. As well as the latest smartphones, Apple is expected to announce a number of other updates, including when its all-new Apple One subscription service will launch in the UK and the rest of the world. Here's why that launch could be crucial for Amazon Prime subscribers. https://bit.ly/3nOMtv8

Forget the iPhone 12! Apple's iPhone 11 gets a massive price cut you won't want to miss

APPLE is poised to announce its new iPhone 12 at an online-only event tonight, but the Californian firm's iPhone 11 has just been slashed in price - making it an incredibly attractive option for those looking for a new phone. https://bit.ly/374D1hp

Blockbuster Fire TV update brings 85 channels and 750 new boxsets, but YOU could miss out

AMAZON has struck a deal with Freeview - the biggest telly platform in the UK - to bring dozens of channels and thousands of hours of on-demand boxsets to some Fire TV owners in the coming months. https://bit.ly/2ST4oCE

Google Pixel 5 is out of stock, here's why that could spell bad news for the iPhone 12

GOOGLE fans looking to pre-order the all-new Pixel 5 are out of luck ...and it's a fate that could soon befall millions of people looking to upgrade to the latest iPhone from Apple. https://bit.ly/3iVGH7j

Forget new iPhones, Apple Event could see the biggest ever change to the MacBook

APPLE has sent out the invites for its next hotly-anticipated event, which could finally see the company reveal the first macOS device powered by its own custom-designed processor - just like the ones used in the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. And based on the rumours, if you're reading this on a MacBook or iMac, your computer is going to look pretty outdated after the keynote on Tuesday. https://bit.ly/30Wxu8R

Xperia 5 II review: The best flagship phone Sony has made in years

SONY is back with a new smartphone called the Xperia 5 II and this Android-powered device is the best flagship they have made in years. Here's our full Xperia 5 II review. https://bit.ly/3nHPn4P

If you're one of millions still using Windows 7, Microsoft has a troubling warning for you

MILLIONS of Windows 7 users are putting themselves in a "very vulnerable position" by sticking with the out-of-date Microsoft software instead of moving to Windows 10. https://bit.ly/3jK5ZXr

macOS Big Sur release date could finally be announced THIS WEEK

THE update that MacBook, iMac and Mac Pro owners have been patiently waiting for could finally launch this week as Apple holds its next major launch event on Tuesday, October 13. https://bit.ly/3jQUsFF