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Spotify Wrapped is back for 2024 and will be out in the coming days

Do you get Spotify Wrapped without premium membership? All to know

Is Microsoft Outlook down? Users report problems with Microsoft 365

Is Microsoft Outlook down? Users report problems with Microsoft 365

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Is Microsoft Outlook down? Users report problems with Microsoft 365

A child-safe smartphone has arrived in the UK, as the Pinwheel offers built-in-age guardrails.

A child-safe smartphone has arrived in the UK, as the Pinwheel offers built-in-age guardrails.

Phones designed for children launch in the UK - Do you think it's a good idea?

Molly says spending eight hours a day dealing with customers and scrolling through social media made her feel 'constantly overwhelmed and stressed'.

Molly says spending eight hours a day dealing with customers and scrolling through social media made her feel 'constantly overwhelmed and stressed'.

Mum says locking away iPhone and using Nokia helps banish stress acne

Over two in five (42%) said they are unable to prioritise investment in tech

Over two in five (42%) said they are unable to prioritise investment in tech

Economy could be boosted if SMEs prioritise investment in technology

Enter our competition to win the ultimate music lover's bundle in time for Christmas

Enter our competition to win the ultimate music lover's bundle in time for Christmas

Win the ultimate music lover's bundle in time for Christmas

Vincent Keeble, pharmacy assistant, with one of the new robots in the Basildon Hospital pharmacy store

Vincent Keeble, pharmacy assistant, with one of the new robots in the Basildon Hospital pharmacy store

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New robots replace decade-old system at Basildon Hospital pharmacy store

Adobe Express helps you design professional CVs with minimal effort

Adobe Express helps you design professional CVs with minimal effort

Adobe Express: Revolutionising CV creation with free templates

Create impactful visuals for charity campaigns with Adobe Express

Create impactful visuals for charity campaigns with Adobe Express

Raise awareness with free Charity Templates from Adobe Express

Is Deliveroo down? App and website have problems

Is Deliveroo down? App and website have problems

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Is Deliveroo down? Customers left wondering if they'll receive food orders

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said that BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk, O2 and Virgin Media Broadband misled consumers

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said that BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk, O2 and Virgin Media Broadband misled consumers

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BT, EE, TalkTalk, O2, Virgin Media & more misled broadband customers, watchdog says

There will be 10 filters and 10 backgrounds to choose from as part of the new WhatsApp feature

There will be 10 filters and 10 backgrounds to choose from as part of the new WhatsApp feature

WhatsApp reveals 'fun and expressive' change coming to all phones soon

Kaspersky claims the photo editing app called Wuta Camera was downloaded 10 million times before the Necro bug was discovered

Kaspersky claims the photo editing app called Wuta Camera was downloaded 10 million times before the Necro bug was discovered

Android users issued warning over 'malicious bug' affecting millions of devices

Thousands of people have reported issues with the social media site X on Saturday, September 7

Thousands of people have reported issues with the social media site X on Saturday, September 7

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Is X down? All you need to know as users report issues with the site

The new technology is part of a scheme to improve the Government’s response to extreme weather

The new technology is part of a scheme to improve the Government’s response to extreme weather

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Government's new £40 million technology to detect flooding and droughts earlier

Outage - an image of pylons and an inset image of the UKPN power outage map

Outage - an image of pylons and an inset image of the UKPN power outage map

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More than 200 homes without power near Billericay due to 'unexpected' power cut

Informed - a live facial recognition poster

Informed - a live facial recognition poster

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Police to use live facial recognition technology at Essex event next weekend

Three’s operator detection systems have identified an increase in criminals exploiting summer shoppers

Three’s operator detection systems have identified an increase in criminals exploiting summer shoppers

Urgent warning issued to everyone on Three UK mobile network

Outage - an image of pylons and an inset image of the UKPN power map

Outage - an image of pylons and an inset image of the UKPN power map

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More than 600 Benfleet homes affected in unplanned power cut - here's why

Power - an image of a pylon and an inset image of the UKPWN map for the affected postcode

Power - an image of a pylon and an inset image of the UKPWN map for the affected postcode

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Homes in this South Essex postcode will lose power today in a planned outage

The five apps have been downloaded more than 32,000 times from Google Play, with most downloads coming from locations like the UK.

The five apps have been downloaded more than 32,000 times from Google Play, with most downloads coming from locations like the UK.

Android apps removed from Google Play due to 'malicious' spyware - the full list

Female victims lose £8,900 through romance scams while men lose around £3,500, on average.

Female victims lose £8,900 through romance scams while men lose around £3,500, on average.

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Barclays issues romance scam warning to Brits as reports rise

The worldwide IT issue affected banks, GPs and airports

The worldwide IT issue affected banks, GPs and airports

Flight delays expected to continue across the UK after IT outage

Thousands of users have reported issues with the National Lottery app

Thousands of users have reported issues with the National Lottery app

Is the National Lottery app down? Users report issues with logging on

Delays - Passengers queue outside Stansted Airport in Essex

Delays - Passengers queue outside Stansted Airport in Essex

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Photos show queues stretching outside Essex airport as IT outage causes delays

Experts have said a flawed update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon Sensor software could be the source of the problem.

Experts have said a flawed update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon Sensor software could be the source of the problem.

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Chaos at UK train stations as machines cease functioning amid Microsoft outage

Train services, airports and GP surgeries are among the UK services disrupted by a global IT outage

Train services, airports and GP surgeries are among the UK services disrupted by a global IT outage

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Full list of UK services affected by Microsoft's global IT outage

Microsoft users in the UK and around the world are being affected by an outage

Microsoft users in the UK and around the world are being affected by an outage

Is Microsoft down? Users and businesses facing outages

Have you been affected by the Microsoft IT outages this morning?

Have you been affected by the Microsoft IT outages this morning?

Windows users urged to follow these steps to fix computers after major IT outage

Microsoft has said a resolution for Windows devices and the IT outage is “forthcoming”.

Microsoft has said a resolution for Windows devices and the IT outage is “forthcoming”.

Everything we know so far as global Microsoft IT outage wreaks havoc

Crowdstrike is used around the world by many companies as a cyber-security service

Crowdstrike is used around the world by many companies as a cyber-security service

All you need to know on Crowdstrike amid IT outages around the world

Scrolling on TikTok, posting on BeReal and liking their friends' Instagram posts, how much screen time is too much?

Scrolling on TikTok, posting on BeReal and liking their friends' Instagram posts, how much screen time is too much?

How much screen times is ok for kids? Expert reveals when it becomes 'unhealthy'

Called Scam Guard, the new service is being made available to EE pay-monthly mobile customers, starting from £1 a month.

Called Scam Guard, the new service is being made available to EE pay-monthly mobile customers, starting from £1 a month.

EE launches new service to protect mobile customers from scams and nuisance calls

This is what a good broadband speed is and what to if it is too slow.

This is what a good broadband speed is and what to if it is too slow.

One third of Brits 'ripped off' by broadband speeds, new study reveals

Spotify playlists were experiencing some issues today

Spotify playlists were experiencing some issues today

Spotify users experience 'glitch' with popular feature on music platform

Colossal - The Zhen Hua passing by

Colossal - The Zhen Hua passing by

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'Huge' boat transporting cranes from China spotted off south Essex coastline

Some phone providers have begun offering 36-month phone contracts as standard - whilst many customers assume they're still on a 24-month deal, the pro explained.

Some phone providers have begun offering 36-month phone contracts as standard - whilst many customers assume they're still on a 24-month deal, the pro explained.

Warning issued to people buying mobile phones over 'often-missed' small print

Plusnet mobile customers will need to change providers soon or risk having their account automatically closed and losing all services.

Plusnet mobile customers will need to change providers soon or risk having their account automatically closed and losing all services.

Plusnet customers issued 'take action' warning as mobile service set to close

The Commons Education Committee said there had been a 52% increase in children’s screen time between 2020 and 2022 (PA)

The Commons Education Committee said there had been a 52% increase in children’s screen time between 2020 and 2022 (PA)

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Next government should consider banning phones for under-16s, report says

How to stay switched on when analogue landlines end

How to stay switched on when analogue landlines end

How to stay switched on when analogue landlines end

Parents are being warned about the dangers of the TikTok 'tanghulu challenge', as it turned into ‘prison napalm’ in the microwave

Parents are being warned about the dangers of the TikTok 'tanghulu challenge', as it turned into ‘prison napalm’ in the microwave

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Mum's warning as daughter suffers agonising burns in dangerous TikTok challenge

MeandMyGlass.co.uk have named five hacks to quickly remove those pesky dirty marks and keep the screens on your devices crystal clear.

MeandMyGlass.co.uk have named five hacks to quickly remove those pesky dirty marks and keep the screens on your devices crystal clear.

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The DIY solution you need to know about that cleans fingerprints off your phone

Careful consideration should be given to the energy bill when selecting a solar and installation company, as it is a long-term investment.

Careful consideration should be given to the energy bill when selecting a solar and installation company, as it is a long-term investment.

3 Best Solar Panel Installers Essex (Installation Near Me)

If you’ve ever thought that art only features in movies and galleries, and is reserved only for creative types, think again.

If you’ve ever thought that art only features in movies and galleries, and is reserved only for creative types, think again.

Bring colour and style to your business with Adobe Express

Letter - Lisa Kenevan, Clark Dearson and Hollie Dance

Letter - Lisa Kenevan, Clark Dearson and Hollie Dance

Campaigning Southend schoolboy writes to TikTok bosses over harmful videos

Action Fraud, the UK’s national reporting centre for cybercrime and fraud, has received reports of the WhatsApp scam

Action Fraud, the UK’s national reporting centre for cybercrime and fraud, has received reports of the WhatsApp scam

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WhatsApp users told their accounts could be taken over by scammers - how to spot

'To anyone considering joining the programme, do it' - Keith Saunders

'To anyone considering joining the programme, do it' - Keith Saunders

Free online NHS support can help you live well with type 2 diabetes

A personal finance writer urges people to “be wary” when it comes to buying something online as some scammers will “ask you to pay using PayPal Friends and Family”

A personal finance writer urges people to “be wary” when it comes to buying something online as some scammers will “ask you to pay using PayPal Friends and Family”

I'm a personal finance writer: How to spot a scam and what to do if you're scammed

Is Facebook down? Users have complained about the site and Instagram

Is Facebook down? Users have complained about the site and Instagram

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Is Facebook and Instagram down? Users report widespread issues on sites

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Major IT issues knocks out McDonald's systems resulting in store closures

Which? found social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X (formerly known as Twitter) are still littered with scam ads

Which? found social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X (formerly known as Twitter) are still littered with scam ads

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Which? issues scam warnings to all Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X users

LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards

LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards

LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards

Three confirmed its engineering teams were 'working hard' to fix this morning's network problems (February 12)

Three confirmed its engineering teams were 'working hard' to fix this morning's network problems (February 12)

Three issues statement to UK customers amid network outages over 'past few days'

Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert (MSE) website has shared some ways you can improve your broadband speed at home

Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert (MSE) website has shared some ways you can improve your broadband speed at home

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Money Saving Expert shares 8 ways you can improve your broadband speed