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PS4 Pro/Xbox one X Upgrade
Ok So I have original PS4 (Black) & XBOX one S (Deep Blue)... (Use 2 Portable Hard Drive's for extra storage) What are the pros/cons of upgrading... Should I buy PS4 Pro or Xbox One X I don't have 4k TV But thinking of getting one soon (I Have 32inch Sony Full HD TV Silver) PS4 runs fine but is sometimes Laggy/slow…
Old school gamer looking for new games to play
Hi all you young gamers Can you recommend some new games as I want to buy the PS4. I grew up playing Mario Brothers, Sonic and all the other greats Yes I am thus old I do remember having an atari. My favourite game was Mario Kart on the WII until Nintendo killed the online player and have not been able to create another…
Where can I get issue of Super Play 48 Retro Gamer 172 Magazine Special Issue?
IS it on sale at WHSmith right now? Super Play 48 Retro Gamer 172 Magazine Special Issue Apart from ebay? ta
Xbone elite controller
Im considering one of these. But with the high price i wondered if anyone had any feedback first. Do you own one ? Was it worth it ?
What is the best currently available scary game?
With Halloween coming this is right on topic. I haven’t played a scary game for ages. What is the best to get out there? It just needs to be fun and not hard. Some games I am considering are resident evil 7, outlast and either evil within game. Are any of these worth getting? Or is there something that better fits my…
Will Xbox one drop in price?
With the new Xbox about to come out I’m wondering will the current xbox one s drop or shops do deals on them to clear stock? My lad has his bday coming up in November and today I was at Tesco trying to get a package but the one I wanted was sold out everywhere!!
Help repairing COD headphones
After being dropped the earpiece has come away from the headstrap on a pair of very expensive COD headphones! Still attached by wiring and still working. It's basically just a metal screw end that fits through a hole in the strap but tried everything and it will not go back through the hole as of course the screw is too…
Unwanted/unsellable games?
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EA games account
Do EA games ask you to verify your email address when you open a new account? I received a 'welcome to EA games' email yesterday sent to an email account I don't often use. The problem is that I didn't open an EA games account yesterday. The only sensible explanation is that someone else has opened an account and set it up…
Game Key Resellers - Legal Grey area?
On the hunt for cheap games I was pointed towards a couple of websites (kinguin and cdkeys.com) where its possible to buy newly released and fairly current games for a significant discount. Initially I thought "This is great!" as the discount on one game I wanted compared to Steam's pricing meant it shaved off a fair…
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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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