Google Maps, Gmail and YouTube will soon be blocked on MILLIONS of phones
GOOGLE has confirmed that it will soon block access to some of its most popular services on older smartphones. The US tech titan is removing support for Google Maps, YouTube, Gmail and other apps from a handful of Android devices later this month. 2 Some…
New WhatsApp scam is robbing THOUSANDS from baffled victims
WHATSAPP users are being warned about a scam that could see criminals steal thousands from them. The WhatsApp scam involves cyber-criminals posing as friends or family to convince you to give them money. 1 The WhatsApp scam involves a cyber-criminal…
British astronaut Tim Peake honoured as comic book character
A British astronaut has been turned into a comic book superhero to encourage children to take an interest in science. © Provided by PA Media (Ken Copsey) Tim Peake, who became the first British astronaut to walk in space, has been rebranded as Orbital in…
Safe connectivity tips for domestic violence victims
According to “Tech Abuse: Information From the Field,” a 2018 survey by the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), “technology misuse is often intertwined with other forms of abuse survivors are facing in their daily…
If you’ve overslept recently it may be your phone’s fault
ANDROID users have complained about accidentally oversleeping due to problems with Google’s Clock app. Android phones of all models are said to be affected including Samsung and Pixel devices. 1 Users of the Google Clock app have been complaining…
‘iPhone 13 INCOMING’ as huge September launch revealed
APPLE has revealed the date for its next big event – and that means a new iPhone is on the way. The annual gadget bonanza will take place later this month, likely ushering in new iPhones, Apple Watches and maybe even an iPad or two. 1 Apple has sent out…
How Much Does It Cost to Raise a Child?
Kids aren’t cheap. That’s the consensus among both the government and parents, but exactly how much they cost is up for debate. For years, the U.S. Department of Agriculture published an annual report that calculated the average cost of…
Chicago Bears 2021 preview: A great balancing act
The Chicago Bears are a team torn in different directions. Their season is about developing quarterback Justin Fields, while simultaneously improving on an 8-8 record and winning a playoff game behind veteran quarterback Andy Dalton. The jobs of coach…
Which consumer drone should you buy? (September 2021)
I have a number of drones, and I’ve put a fair few miles and hours of flight on them — over 125 miles and 22 hours in total. As much as I’ve tried to not end up with a favorite — I definitely do have a favorite. And it’s not…
How to cancel Amazon Prime
FED UP with Amazon Prime? It’s easy enough to cancel if you want. The popular subscription service has loads of benefits, but it’s not for everyone. 1 Cancelling Amazon Prime is very easyCredit: Amazon Amazon Prime gets you loads of goodies, including…