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Archives for October 2015

Which digital piano?
Hello all, I've been looking into buying a digital piano. (Haven't had my own before and not played for a few years, since leaving family home) It's quite tricky trying to find decent reviews online, most are either purely tech comparisons or only found on sellers websites (not helpful as they recommend all of them or just…
SoundCloud feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for SoundCloud (Link) If you've used SoundCloud, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks, MSE Nick
Deezer feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for Deezer (Link) If you've used Deezer, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks, MSE Nick
Google Play Music feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for Google Play Music (Link) If you've used Google Play Music, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks, MSE Nick
Amazon Prime Music feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for Amazon Prime Music (Link) If you've used Amazon Prime Music, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks, MSE Nick
Apple Music feedback
This thread is specifically to discuss feedback for Apple Music (Link) If you've used Apple Music, we'd love to know how it was for you, so we can improve the guide. Click reply to leave your feedback. To read about online music streaming in general, read the main Free Online Music guide Many thanks, MSE Nick
How to cancel Apple Music - our new guide
Hi folks, we have a new How to cancel Apple Music guide, and we'd love to hear your feedback especially if you managed to get a refund after forgetting to cancel after the free trial. Just click reply below to share any info. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you aren’t sure how it all works, read our New…
When is it socially appropriate to play Christmas songs for the festive season?
Answers below:santa2:
Chrome audio
I thought it might be of interest to people to know that the new Chrome Audio gadget is good for using with old style hi-fi systems to stream music wirelessly from iPad . I am not very tech minded but found it very easy to set up. I also needed to purchase a 3.5mm to RCA lead , bought just to try it from pound land. I have…
Midi PC connection for my piano
Can anyone give me a list or programs that I can connect my piano keyboard to the pc so can transfer songs via mid thru usb? It would be good if I could play my piano and see it transfer to the midi piano online and record and save it. I have one free program of a piano where I can drag midi files onto it and they play,…

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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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