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On Monday, Microsoft announced that its Edge browser achieved a global First Contentful Paint (FCP) under 300 milliseconds (ms)—a core benchmark that measures how quickly a browser visually loads its user interface (UI). While FCP isn’t a full load time, it enhances perceived speed significantly, slashing UI delays and keeping site visitors on web pages longer.The latest upgrade builds on momentum from Edge 132, released in February of this year. That update delivered a 40% speed boost across features like Downloads, Drop, History, and InPrivate tabs by adopting WebUI 2.0, a leaner, markup-first architecture. Microsoft minimized JavaScript bundle sizes and…

If your broadband speeds aren’t up to scratch, it might be worth checking how old your router is.Dave Snelling Technology Editor12:02, 03 Nov 2025Updated 12:02, 03 Nov 2025UK broadband alert(Image: GETTY)It’s no secret that we crave faster broadband speeds. Having a decent internet connection is now vital for the millions of us who work from home, download games onto consoles and stream endless movies via Netflix and Disney+. Of course, you can’t physically change the speeds coming in through the walls, as this is determined by how good your Internet Service Provider’s (ISPs) technology is and how much you are…

The FCC is moving to significantly enhance U.S. cybersecurity by suggesting new regulations that would prohibit Chinese equipment in undersea internet cables. The submarine cables, which account for 99% of worldwide internet traffic, are critical to both national security and the world economy.It should be noted that the agency wanted to restrict the power of foreign adversaries over America’s digital infrastructure.New Regulations to Address National Security Threats ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images In a press release, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr addressed that banning Chinese technology in undersea cables is critical to avoid “an unacceptable risk to the national security of…

Apple has just released iOS 26.1 which includes 9 big changes for your iPhone.Dave Snelling Technology Editor08:04, 04 Nov 2025Updated 08:17, 04 Nov 2025Apple iOS 26(Image: APPLE)If you own an iPhone, you might want to check your settings this morning. Apple has just released its latest operating system upgrade, and it’s a sizeable update that inlcudes 9 major changes. The upgrade is called iOS 26.1 and it’s available to download right now. All you need to do is head to General > Settings > Software Update and you should see this new option ready to install.So what’s new in iOS…

Giffgaff is knocking hundreds off the iPhone 17, Galaxy S25 and Pixel 10 phones in its first round of Black Friday 2025 dealsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreApple, Samsung and Google phones are up to £500 off for Black Friday.(Image: )We’re just a few weeks away from Black Friday 2025, but some retailers are starting early. One such brand is giffgaff, which has just unveiled its first round of Black Friday deals on Apple, Samsung and Google smartphones.Among the deals are price cuts on the new iPhone…

Motorola has just announced the release of its new edge 70 phone which features an “impossibly thin” design.Dave Snelling Technology Editor08:36, 05 Nov 2025Moto Edge 70(Image: MOTOROLA)We’ve seen plus-sized phones, mini phones and foldable phones, now it’s the turn of the super skinny smartphone. Samsung started the trend earlier this year with the launch of its sleek device called the Galaxy S25 Edge.Apple then followed with the grand unveiling of its ludicrously thin iPhone Air, which, despite coming packed with smart features and impressive performance, measures in at just 5.5mm thick. That’s 0.3mm skinnier than the S25 Edge.Now, the team…

SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service saw a rare global outage on Thursday, July 24, disrupting about six million customers in over 120 countries and territories. It happened just a day after Starlink went live with text and location-sharing support.The outage started at about 4 p.m. ET and continued for about three hours. The disruption affected residential customers, businesses, and remote users who depend on Starlink’s low-Earth orbit satellite constellation for their internet connections.What’s the Root Cause of the Starlink Outage Evgeny Opanasenko/Unsplash As of 7 p.m. ET, Starlink announced on X that service had “mostly recovered.” According to Digital Trends,…

WhatsApp has confirmed the release of a big new update that finally brings its chat service to the Apple Watch.Dave Snelling Technology Editor09:31, 06 Nov 2025Updated 09:32, 06 Nov 2025New WhatsApp app coming to Apple Watch(Image: WHATSAPP)It’s been a very long time coming, but WhatsApp users are finally getting a ‘big upgrade’. The Meta-owned chat platform has just confirmed that it is finally launching a dedicated app for the Apple Watch, which will make it far easier to send messages and reply to friends without having to reach for a smartphone.The Apple Watch has supported WhatsApp notifications for several years,…

Shoppers can grab the Reflex Active Series 8 smartwatch for a stunning priceThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreShoppers can get this watch for a bargain(Image: )Argos customers can nab a new smartwatch for just over £1 with a Black Friday deal stack. The Reflex Active Series 8 Activity Tracker Smart Watch, originally priced at £25, has been slashed to £16.50 ahead of this year’s sale, but there’s a way to save an additional £15.The bargain comes courtesy of TopCashback, which offers a £15 sign-up bonus to new…

A cybersecurity expert has shared five things she would do to everybody’s mobile phone to make them more secure in minutes – as hackers could use exploits to steal your dataHackers could have access to your data if your phone isn’t locked tight (stock photo)(Image: Getty Images)Your phone could be susceptible to hackers if you don’t take steps to protect your data. In today’s world, we use our mobile phones to do just about everything. From using social media to accessing our emails and even managing online banking, most of us have just one device that provides access to all…