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What you must… NEVER CLICK ONLINE
Don’t get caught and scammed by the web’s latest mouse traps. Wayne Williams reveals all the things you should avoid clicking and tapping on the web, and explains how to spot them
Nvidia Shield TV Pro
Is this the most powerful media streamer you can buy?
Realme X2
An affordable Android smartphone with features beyond its price
How to... Dual-boot Linux Mint with Windows 10
Dual-booting gives you the ability to use Linux at its best without removing Windows. Wayne Williams shows you how
Reverse-search the web using photos
Uncover fake pictures, identify faces and catch photo thieves with a reverse image search. Jane Hoskyn reveals the best ways to search the web without words
Charge of the fight brigade
Barry Collins is tired of waking up to rows over unplugged devices
STOP USING SOFTWARE
Why download hefty programs when you can run everything in your browser instead? Wayne Williams reveals the best free online alternatives to desktop software
Restore missing KEYBOARD tools
Does your keyboard lack useful options that make typing quicker and easier? Nik Rawlinson explains how to access your keyboard’s missing features and reveal its hidden functions for free
How to... Create your own retro gaming arcade for free
Wayne Williams shows you how to play a huge collection of classic games while staying on the right side of the law
Best download managers
Whether you need to download a large individual file or multiple items, or you want to schedule a download for later, a dedicated download manager can make things easier. Steve Clark compares six of the best free tools
Beat online obstructions
Don’t let annoying popups and widgets block your access to websites. Robert Irvine reveals the best workarounds for common web hindrances and distractions
Our Guide To eSIM
From mini to micro to nano, phone SIM cards have been diminishing in size. Now they’re effectively moving inside,as David Crookes explains
Amazon Fire HD 10 (2019)
Amazon’s new Fire HD 10 tablet is a big step forward in performance and battery life
Meet The Brillant New... Microsoft Edge
Forget everything you know about Microsoft’s web browser. Wayne Williams reveals why the revamped, Chromium-based Edge is a revelation and explains how to make the most of it
Apple, Amazon And Google Join Forces On Smart Devices
Apple, Amazon and Google have been long and sometimes bitter rivals, but now they’re working together to improve the interoperability of voice assistants in our smart homes.
Roku Express
The new Roku Express is a cost-effective way to enjoy a full range of streaming services on older TVs
Secret Tips For WhatsApp
It’s the best and most popular messaging app but are you getting the most out of it? Jane Hoskyn reveals the latest expert tricks for mastering WhatsApp
Relabel Any Device
You don’t need to stick with the dull default names for devices. Robert Irvine explains the easiest ways to personalise your hardware and call it whatever you want
Let's Stamp Out Snail Mail In 2020
Barry Collins is fed up of dealing with businesses that prefer postbox to inbox
Google Pixel 4
With an extra camera, new design and radar-sensing abilities, is Google’s new flagship model now the best smartphone around?
Echo Dot With Clock
The new Echo Dot takes Amazon’s winning formula for its smallest smart speaker and adds a clock. What’s not to like?
Best Free Office Suites
There’s no need to pay for Microsoft Office with so many free alternatives now available. Andy Shaw ranks his favourite tools for word processing, spreadsheets and more
Apple Fights Back Against Android
Apple fights back against Android with a more affordable iPhone
Sonos Move
Sonos has a reputation for making the best wireless home speakers but the Move is its first portable model
Page 404 - Tech Troubles Cooked The Travel Agent
Barry Collins says technology is partly to blame for Thomas Cook’s demise
Our Guide To iOS 13
Is 13 lucky for some? David Crookes looks at the best new features in the latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system
Microsoft Unveils Foldable Devices And New Windows OS
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Food-Delivery Services
Feeling peckish but don’t want to go out? David Crookes thinks you should get stuffed from one of the growing number of online food-delivery services.
Don't Rip Out the Wires From Our Lives
Here’s a little thought experiment.
Kodi Fights Piracy By Adding “Low-level” DRM Support
DRM (digital-rights management) is a euphemism for technology and standards that lock down who can view copyrighted content, to ensure it’s only seen by those who have paid for it and not pirates.