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UNDO mobile mistakes
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UNDO mobile mistakes

Most PC blunders can be fixed instantly, but how do you correct mistakes on your phone or tablet? Edward Munn explains how to turn back time on your Android or iOS device.

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February 8 2017
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Page 404

Why can’t PC error messages be written in plain English? Barry Collins pleads for sense

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August 24 2016
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lenovo yoga book

why choose between a tablet or a laptop when you can have both? nathan spendelow looks at lenovo’s latest 2-in-1 that does more than a tablet but is lighter than a laptop

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december 30 2016
best free camera apps
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best free camera apps

if you don’t like the default camera app on your android phone, why not download one of the many great alternatives from the google play store? edward munn rounds up six of the best.

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january 11 2017
stop your home spying on you
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stop your home spying on you

the gadgets you love could be secretly collecting and sharing your personal data. robert irvine explains how to protect your privacy from smart devices.

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january 11 2017
isps send warning letters to illegal downloaders
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isps send warning letters to illegal downloaders

what we think of this fortnight's top tech news stories and rumours and how they affect you.

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january 25 2017
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honor 6x

ian betteridge tests honor’s latest android phone, which offers iphone 7-style twin cameras at a very reasonable price.

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january 25 2017
Google Wifi
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Google Wifi

Google adds its name to the roster of manufacturers making mesh Wi-Fi routers. Jonathan Bray compares Wifi to its rivals.

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May 17 2017
Moto G5 Plus
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Moto G5 Plus

Jonathan Bray reviews a mid-priced phone with a fantastic camera.

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May 17 2017
​How To...Control Your Windows PC With Your Voice
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​How To...Control Your Windows PC With Your Voice

Why use a keyboard and mouse when you could simply tell your PC what you want it to do?

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May 17 2017
The Delicate Art Of Contract Haggling
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The Delicate Art Of Contract Haggling

Barry Collins reveals three steps to squeezing a good deal out of your ISP.

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May 17 2017
Reboot Anything From Anywhere
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Reboot Anything From Anywhere

Nothing fixes problems as quickly as turning a device off and on again. Edward Munn explains how to reboot your router, PC and phone, wherever you are

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February 22 2017
Picture Keeper Connect
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Picture Keeper Connect

Andy Shaw tests a double-ended USB memory stick for solving mobile-storage problems.

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March 08 2017
Rescue Your Videos From Old, Obsolete File Formats
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Rescue Your Videos From Old, Obsolete File Formats

Wayne Williams digs out his VHS and camcorder footage and shows you how to digitise your old home movies while you still can.

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March 08 2017
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Expand Your Screen Space On Any Device

Don’t be limited by the amount of screen space on your monitor or mobile device. Robert Irvine reveals how to increase the size of your display without buying new hardware.

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September 21 2016
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Recover instantly from PC mistakes

Most PC mistakes are easy to undo if you know how. Edward Munn reveals quick, reliable fixes for six of the most common blunders.

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September 21 2016
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​Our guide to eSports

Fancy playing games for a living? David Crookes explains how you can make millions by becoming a professional eSports player.

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August 09, 2017
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How To...improve Maps Of Your Local Area

Wayne Williams sets off to check the accuracy of his local maps and shows how you can correct and embellish maps of your own area.

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August 09, 2017
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Porn-site checks will leave us all exposed

The government’s plans to protect children will put adults at risk.

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August 09, 2017
Switch From One Provider To Another
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Switch From One Provider To Another

Companies don’t make it easy for you to move to their competitors, but don’t let that put you off. Edward Munn explains how to make an easy switch.

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January 25 2017
devolo dlan 550+ wifi starter kit
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devolo dlan 550+ wifi starter kit

andy shaw tests devolo’s latest homeplug kit, which brings faster wi-fi to all corners of your home at an affordable price

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december 30 2016
How to Hack Windows 10's Secret Settings
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How to Hack Windows 10's Secret Settings

Want to improve Windows 10 without messing up your PC? Wayne Williams reveals how to make Microsoft’s operating system look and work exactly the way you want.

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October 5 2016
Best Free Video-Editing Software
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Best Free Video-Editing Software

You don’t need to pay to get good video-editing software. Edward Munn rounds up six of the best free tools for creating perfect home movies.

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October 5 2016
How to... Become Your Household's IT Helpdesk
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How to... Become Your Household's IT Helpdesk

Are you the person your friends and family call on when their PC is broken? Wayne Williams shows you how to provide the best support.

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October 5 2016
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Apple iPhone 7

Katharine Byrne gets her hands on a Jet Black iPhone 7 to find out if it’s a worthwhile upgrade.

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October 19 2016
TP-Link Archer C3200
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TP-Link Archer C3200

Andy Shaw tests a router that provides your own private Wi-Fi network that even the rest of your family can’t use.

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October 19 2016
Take Control Of Your Windows Updates
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Take Control Of Your Windows Updates

Microsoft has made it harder to tweak Windows updates, but you can still take control if you know how. Edward Munn shows you which settings to turn on and off.

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October 19 2016
Nvidia Shield TV
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Nvidia Shield TV

Vaughn Highfield tests a device that stream all sorts to your TV, from 4K Amazon and Netflix shows to the latest Android and PC games.

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February 22 2017
Alcatel Pixi 4 (5)
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Alcatel Pixi 4 (5)

How little can you pay for a decent 4G-enbled phone? Christopher Minasians tests an Alcatel model you can buy for less than £50.

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March 08 2017
Staying Anonymous
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Staying Anonymous

You’re never alone on the web – there’s always someone or something watching you. Jane Hoskyn, Edward Munn and Robert Irvine explain how to beat the snoopers and be completely invisible online.

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March 08 2017