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[ad_1] Fire TV Sticks will soon be blocked from illegal apps, and that means some might look for new ways to stream content.Dave Snelling Technology Editor11:23, 30 Dec 2025Fire TV Stick warning (Image: AMAZON • GETTY)UK Households currently enjoying low-cost access to premium TV through so-called “dodgy” Fire TV Sticks will soon face a massive change. Amazon recently confirmed it is stepping up efforts to clamp down on illegal streaming via its popular devices, with apps side-loaded onto them set to be blocked immediately if they are deemed to be unauthorised. The crackdown has already begun across parts of Europe, and…

[ad_1] The Apple Fitness+ service is getting a boost with more ways to lose that festive flab.Dave Snelling Technology Editor14:00, 02 Jan 2026Apple Fitness+ update(Image: APPLE)Apple Fitness+ is getting a heart-racing boost that could help you reach those all-important new year goals. The subscription service, which first launched back in 2020, has just added a whole bunch of new features, bonus content and extras such as special guest workouts.Perhaps the best part of this latest release is a series of multi-week programs designed to help you get motivated. There are new Strength, HIIT, and Yoga classes that gradually build over…

[ad_1] Worn by footballing legends and athletes, the Oura ring is a more subtle alternative to a smart watch but packed with featuresThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreA smart ring will help the wearer focus on health and fitness. The range of fitness devices out there can be overwhelming, from tracking activities on a phone through to dedicated wearable tech. But smart rings only need fitness fans to give up a finger, allowing a much subtler approach to health tracking.Smart rings have enjoyed something of a boom…

[ad_1] Samsung is back with a new binge-watching device that offers a more portable way to view TV.Dave Snelling Technology Editor17:32, 03 Jan 2026Samsung Freestyle 2(Image: SAMSUNG)Want a more flexible way to watch TV without the need for a giant television? Samsung’s newest portable projector could be worth a look. Called the Freestyle+, this mini but mighty device will be officially revealed at this week’s CES tech show in Las Vegas. It’s an upgrade to the older Freestyle projector, which first arrived back in 2022 and it looks set to raise the bar, with promises of smarter AI features, brighter…

[ad_1] Samsung is back with a brand new vacuum cleaner that can also monitor your home.Dave Snelling Technology Editor03:39, 05 Jan 2026Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam Ultra(Image: SAMSUNG)Samsung is launching a clever new vacuum, and it doesn’t just bust the dust around your home. The Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam Ultra is a robot cleaner that automatically pops out from its charging dock and whizzes around the floors. However, along with sucking up muck and grime, it can also mop up liquids such as coffee, juice and water, making it a one-stop shop for cleaning up.To ensure it performs well,…

[ad_1] WhatsApp has released an update just in time for New Year’s Eve.Dave Snelling Technology Editor13:12, 31 Dec 2025WhatsApp chat update(Image: WHATSAPP)It’s New Year’s Eve, and that means millions of us are about to start sending endless messages to friends and family to wish them well in 2026. It’s always a busy night for chat platforms, with WhatsApp confirming that December 31 is always its most hectic evening of the year.” New Year ’s is our biggest day at WhatsApp, with each year breaking new records for how people text and call their friends and loved ones,” WhatsApp said.”On a…

[ad_1] Google appears to be rolling out a major change that will let Gmail users switch their email address for the very first time.Dave Snelling Technology Editor09:11, 02 Jan 2026Updated 09:34, 02 Jan 2026Google Gmail update(Image: GETTY)Gmail account holders may soon get an upgrade that’s long overdue. It appears that Google is unleashing a major upgrade that will finally allow users to change their email addresses. Until now, once an @gmail.com address had been set up, it hasn’t been possible to switch things up with those wanting a different name needing to set up a whole new account.However, as spotted…

[ad_1] Police and anti-fraud squads have targeted 17 parts of the UKCriminals mess with the devices to enable them to provide unauthorised access to Sky, Netflix and other streaming platforms(Image: Michael Short/Bloomberg via Getty Images)Police and anti-fraud squads have been cracking down on ‘dodgy’ Amazon Fire Stick users in various parts of the UK. These ‘dodgy’ Amazon Fire Sticks are modified versions that allow users to access premium channels without paying, and they’ve been infiltrating homes across the country.Fire Sticks are media streaming devices that enable users to stream videos, play music, and install apps on their televisions. Criminals tamper…

[ad_1] Samsung has just announced the launch of a ginat new TV that’s coming soon.Dave Snelling Technology Editor03:38, 05 Jan 2026Samsung Micro RGB TV(Image: SAMSUNG)A massive new era of home entertainment is on the horizon—and it makes today’s TVs look tiny. Samsung has just unveiled its latest ultra-sharp television at the CES technology show in Las Vegas, and you’re not going to miss it. In fact, measuring in at a colossal 130 inches, this screen is being hailed as a world first.Of course, bigger isn’t always better, but Samsung is confident that its new display will offer some seriously impressive…

[ad_1] Amazon is unleashing a massive free upgrade for its Fire TV Sticks later this year.Dave Snelling Technology Editor05:54, 07 Jan 2026Amazon Fire TV Stick update(Image: AMAZON)Some popular Fire TV Stick models are set to receive a significant free upgrade from Amazon, which is being released to enhance the overall experience. Once installed, users will be treated to a bunch of changes, including a refreshed look. This design change features a more modern interface with updated typography, redesigned colour gradients and improved layouts on the homescreen. Navigation should also feel noticeably snappier, with Amazon promising performance improvements of up to…