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TV from Richer Sounds ... would you buy
My son wants a new TV and has found one he fancies from Richer Sounds. Here's the one he likes . http://www.richersounds.com/product/tv---all/samsung/ue32f4500/sams-ue32f4500 We have never bought anything from Richer Sounds, having always used John Lewis. They even sell this same TV on the JL website, but it is actually…
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Tablets recharge
I haven't used my Samsung tab for a couple of months, is it true I have to charge it every month?
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laptop, malware.
Been doing a clean up (best I can) of the lap top, I've done malwarebytes, and these 4 problems keep coming up on a scan, I can't get rid of them. Any ideas...thanks. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware 1.75.0.1300 www.malwarebytes.org Database version: v2014.04.06.04 Windows 7 Service Pack 1 x64 NTFS Internet Explorer…
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Win 7, win8 or win 8.1?
I know there are many threads and i have done a little research....but as an ageing technophobe can someone please (in laymans terms) explain the differences in the above op.systems... I use xp at the moment on my desktop and rather than mess about with upgrades(i think my pc may be unable anyway) i guess i need to buy a…
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Best compact camera for ~£100
Does anyone have any suggestions for a compact camera for around the £100 mark? I've done a bit of googling but there's such a massive range of kit available it's hard to narrow it down! I don't have any specific requirements other than it being a compact. I'm more interested with the image quality than features -I don't…
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Drivers for old HP Deskjet 890C
I am trying to attach my trusted HP Deskjet 890C to a Windows 8.1 desktop. Suddenly realised that I only have floppy disks for the software.:( Does anyone know a trusted website or compatible drivers from HP (printer is no longer listed on their site) that I can download from. I recently bought a USB to parallel cable but…
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Malwarebytes not downloading from filehippo
Malwarebytes seems to have disappeared off hubby's laptop. I am trying to redownload it using one of closed's links. It takes me to the scan or run box. I have clicked either of them. They register but don't do much else. There is no progess in terms of it downloading. I suspect there is some sort of virus on there. There…
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Telescopes
Hi everyone, Unsure if this would be the correct place to post this? If not, im sorry. I have recently moved from London (where you rarely see the night sky) to the countryside in Northumberland (where I cant believe how beautiful it is). It has made me want to start looking up as it were. I am looking for a decent basic…
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twitter / google trends search help
how can I compare x person with y event?
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Editing a word document on my iPad?
I've tried skydrive, documents free, Dropbox and Google docs so far. I need to edit an application form but so far haven't had any luck. If anyone could help I'd really appreciate it :)
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Yahoo
I had to re-set my Yahoo.co.uk password, but have now forgotten it. In trying to get assistance, I get the option to have something texted to me, however the quoted last 2 digits of the mobile number have been reversed/transposed. I've since spent ages basically going round in circles trying to get help. The phone numbers…
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New DVD/HDD recorder
We have an LG DVD/HDD recorder. Quite why we have tolerated it's misbehaviour for so long is a pertinent question Anyway, to prevent a divorce we need a replacement. DVD play and record HDD play and record Freeview *only* Don't think we need a massive HDD as we don't save much stuff. Best buy, please? :)
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i7 complete desktop machine for £400 - what's wrong with it!
I'm still looking for a new desktop. Have seen this on eBay (built new): .ebay.co.uk/itm/Intel-i7-3770-Quad-Core-3-4Ghz-8GB-1TB-HD4000-Gaming-PC-Desktop-Computer-/200987180944?pt=UK_Computing_DesktopPCs&hash=item2ecbc4ff90 Main specs are Intel i7 3770 Quad Core 3.4Ghz Processor 8GB DDR3 1333Mhz RAM Intel HD 4000 Graphics…
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Office suite wanted for galaxy tab 3
I do a fair amount of letter writing to our local paper. Ideally I would like to be able to produce draft stuff on my galaxytab 3 off line (when on rail journeys for instance). There is an office suite (Polaris) on the tab, but as yet I have worked out how to save anything or forward it to my email account. Could anyone…
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Will we ever have wi-fi TV Signal?
In these days of Wi-if on most things, does anyone think we will ever be able to do away with the Coax cable indoors? We like to move our tv to several different places in the sitting room, and she who must be obeyed, would like several more options, which are impossible to get to with a cable.
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should I buy a samsung 3 mini mobile
Looking to upgrade my smart phone have a LG cheapie. Want to use as notepad and play games like candy crush etc. Is the samsung 3 mini good or can I get a galaxy ace type . Been in couple of shops and they just want me to spend as much as possible. I know thats there job. Thanks in advance in anyone replies.
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Internet explorer issues
Good afternoon, I wondered whether any of you technical people could help me out with a problem which has just developed on my laptop. Firstly, can I beg forgiveness if my choice of language is not great, I am sooo technically unminded! History and issue one - for the last month, my laptop has suddenly decided to display…
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Sky HD box MAC address
I have just received my Sky wireless connector.. Does anyone know how to find a Sky HD box MAC address - to add it to my router access list ? It is not under network settings ...1
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Service pack/updates and XP (again, sorry!)
I know there have been pros and cons regarding Microsoft and XP's demise etc. but I am (slowly) repairing a damaged PC and as part of this I need to reinstall and update XP to get at files and 'settings' etc....don't ask it's a long story and I will not be able to piggyback the drive to achieve what I need! I do not wish…
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WinXP support end, is Win7 xp mode still available?
I will be buying a new laptop later this year, before they do away with Window 7, as I absolutely hate the look of Window 8. I wanted to splash on Window professional for the window XP Mode feature. As I understand, you need to download it from the Microsoft website once you get your laptop. Now, with support for Window XP…
