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Amazon Fire TV Stick users are being offered the chance to try a better way of streaming BBC content online.Dave Snelling Technology Editor06:56, 20 Sep 2025Sky Fire TV Stick(Image: SKY)The streaming revolution shows no signs of stopping. Gone are the days when we all needed an aerial or dish stuck to our chimneys, with broadband now offering a seamless way to stream content straight to TVs. Streaming can be far easier than watching via traditional methods, especially if you want to put a TV in an area of the house that doesn’t have access to an aerial connection point.However, viewing…

NordVPN has some big deals for those wanting a new VPN serviceThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreThose looking to invest in a new VPN and worried about private and personal data potentially being leaked on the internet, NordVPN might have a new offer that’s silly not to ignore.The premium VPN service has cut a massive 73% off its subscriptions, including its basic VPN service. Meaning it can be picked up for as little as £2.39 a month for two years.Shoppers can get Nord’s super speedy VPN which…

Microsoft has essentially confirmed it is pulling the plug on Windows 11 SE, the specialized version of its operating system designed for K–8 classrooms. By the end of 2026, support for the education-focused platform will officially wrap up. This decision marks a pretty sharp pivot from just a few years ago, when Microsoft was pitching SE as its big “Chromebook killer” and a central part of its strategy to win over schools. When Windows 11 SE first hit the scene in 2021, Microsoft marketed it as the perfect, “purpose-built” tool for younger students. By 2022, they were calling it the…

Samsung is betting that even your calendar deserves a dose of artificial intelligence. With One UI 8.5, Samsung is making the Calendar app (version 12.7.05.36) feel more dynamic and context-aware. The most eye-catching change is the addition of AI-generated visuals to the Calendar widget, a move that suggests the company thinks visual context matters even for everyday scheduling. The idea is simple but a little unusual. Samsung is introducing AI-generated background images for the Countdown widget in Calendar, where the visuals are created based on the title of an upcoming event. Instead of a plain card counting down the days,…

A new processor is on its way that could make your current phone appear inferior.Dave Snelling Technology Editor06:28, 22 Sep 2025Updated 06:29, 22 Sep 2025Qualcomm Snapdragon chip(Image: QUALCOMM • SAMSUNG)Samsung might make some of the best phones on the planet, but a big upgrade is launching tomorrow that could make its current range of flagships look a little inferior.As you may or may not know, phones such as the latest Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra are all powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. It’s a premium chip that’s packed inside almost all premium Android phones, including devices made by OnePlus,…

The Sony PlayStation Network has been experiencing an enormous outage that leaves millions of players all over the world uninhibited from accessing one of the most crucial online features.Services hit include online multiplayer, PlayStation Store, and even account information. The outage has thus far piled frustration on users across all consoles, which include the PS5, PS4, PS3, and even PS Vita.PlayStation Network Outage Hits Gamers Worldwide Sony has confirmed that its PSN service is currently experiencing hiccups worldwide, leaving millions of players with no access to online services. Evgeny Opanasenko/Unsplash Problems started arising on Tuesday morning when PlayStation users attempted…

If you are still using Windows 10, it’s time to upgrade.Dave Snelling Technology Editor08:26, 24 Sep 2025Window update IT outage(Image: MICROSOFT )A very urgent warning has been issued to all Windows 10 users, and it’s not something anyone using this famous operating system should ignore. Microsoft has made no secret that it’s ending all support for its popular software in 2025. However, with that deadline now just a few weeks away, the US firm has released an urgent alert.”Reminder: Windows 10, will reach end of servicing on October 14, 2025,” Microsoft said in an update on its website.”The October 2025…

Tech shoppers can get a pair of Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and a Chromebook Go laptop for freeHarriet Morphy-Morris Commerce Content Editor and Jake Hackney Senior Consumer Writer11:30, 22 Sep 2025Updated 11:37, 22 Sep 2025This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreSamsung’s new Galaxy S25 Edge is now available with a free tech bundle worth nearly £580. The offer comes from a Samsung-rivalling retailer dishes out Galaxy Buds3 Pro earphones and a Chromebook laptop to shoppers for free, but only for those who buy a specific product.Customers who snap…

There’s no better time than the Holiday season to spread some cheer by gifting tech gear and rewarding oneself, as well. iPhones happen to be a highly sought-after gadget, and I often see folks around me upgrading to the latest models. But the journey is not always smooth-sailing, especially for folks jumping ship from an Android device.  And even for season iPhone users, they often stick to the vanilla experience Apple serves, instead of pushing the device and realizing its true potential. That’s where apps come into the picture. I’ve been driving an iPhone for half a decade now, and…

Residents of Asheville, North Carolina find solace and comfort in an unlikely place after the devastating storm: at their local public library. Cell services are down for many residents, and locals have been unable to reach loved ones. Asheville’s downtown library has become a symbol of hope as it offers free WiFi for those who need it.How Does Helene-Hit Asheville Look Like? ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA – SEPTEMBER 28: Residents gather at Fire Station number 6 to access WiFi after heavy rains from Hurricane Helene caused record flooding and damage on September 28, 2024 in Asheville, North Carolina. Cell service and…