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04/07/2021

WIndows 11... Apparently official upgrades will begin at the end of 2021 and continue from there onward.
Looking forward to it? Well, firstly, support for Windows 10 will continue until October 14th 2025, so you do have some time before you need to upgrade.
You should, however, be aware that Windows 11 does have some very specific system requirements, and there's a fairly good chance your current PC won't meet those requirements, (the fact that it might currently be running Windows 10 is no guarantee that it will run Windows 11). Here's some good info about it:

With Windows 11, Microsoft has realized Windows should be a powerful desktop operating system. From improved multi-window multitasking and better support for multiple monitors to PC gaming improvements and a Store featuring traditional Win32 desktop apps, Microsoft is embracing the reality of the PC...

10/09/2019

A slightly better overview of the September 2019 Apple Event, but it is a little longer at around 8 minutes.

Today, Apple took to the stage to announce its latest iPhones for 2019 along with some other announcements and so in this video we're going to go over everyt...

10/09/2019

Okay, Apple news. An Apple fan but didn't want to watch the recent Apple Event in full (about 1 hour 40 minutes)? Here's a brief overview... "Apple Event in a flash" as they have titled it - it's okay, it's only 2 minutes long 😁

Seriously abbreviated Apple Event. Introducing iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, Apple Watch Series 5, and the new iPad. And announcements about Apple TV+, Arcade, a...

15/09/2017

Planning on installing iOS 11 onto your iPhone or iPad when it becomes available on September 19? Then take a few moments to prepare your device...

12/09/2017

For Apple Fans...

Apple has announced that iOS 11 will be released to the general public on September 19 as a free download. Additionally, macOS High Sierra will debut as a free download on September 25 for Mac user…

12/09/2017

Something for Apple Fans:

Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 3, Apple TV 4K, iPhone 8, and iPhone X! Here is what you need to know. http://www.macrumors.com/

10/11/2016

It takes less than a minute to test your smoke alarm - the same amount of time it takes a fire to engulf a room.

Remember, your smoke alarms every month.

13/10/2016

Another one for users of iPhones and iPads, worth watching if you're all too often having to charge your device up...

Battery life is something we all want more of. Check out this video to see how to get the very best battery life out of your iPhone! http://www.macrumors.com/

27/06/2016

Do you use a laptop? Be sure to switch it off when you're not using it, and don't leave it on a flammable surface, (beds, carpets, rugs etc.).

This damage was caused by a laptop left on the bed for just half an hour - it's believed that the battery overheated.

Don't take the risk - switch your laptop off when you've finished using it, and don't leave it on flammable surfaces such as beds or carpets!

Photo via Romford Recorder

22/03/2016

Damage like this can be caused by overloading and continuously loading sockets to maximum capability. Don't overload your sockets!