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Archives for September 2015

Remove IOS9. Restore IOS8.
Hi I want to get IOS 9 off my iPad Mini (version 1.) I've spotted few benefits from the 'upgrade.' More importantly, the battery seems to be going a lot faster (might be my imagination.) Is there anyway to get a version of IOS 8 from Apple servers? I don't want to download a copy of IOS 8 from a third party server, as I…
Samsung Galaxy Tab S or S2
I don't own a tablet and been looking at getting one. Mostly for watching video/netflix as well as web browsing and reading kindle books. I've narrowed it down to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 inch or the S2 9.7 inch. The older S appeals to me due to lower price and aspect ratio better for video. Also the specs dont seem…
iMessage from iPhone to iPhone
If I send a message to a contact that has an iPhone then my own iPhone seems to know about this fact and then sends using iMessage where the 'speech bubble' is blue. As I understand it, that means its sent using my data plan or wifi through Apples servers. If the recipient has the iPhone switched on on but data switched…
HP laptop disk dead
Hi, a friend's C: partition has broke (chkdsk cannot complete); he has no recovery/factory image BUT the RECOVERY partition (19GB) looks ok. Is there an easy(ish) way to copy this partition to a new drive and run a factory install from it? (HP want £40 for a recovery "kit"). PlanB. I have been able to make a copy of the…
hp printer help
i am having a problem with my airprinter hp envy 4500 ever since I got fibre optic broadband now and again I can either use my computer or printer, if I use the printer I cannot access the internet I used to be able to use both at the same time and its driving me mad anyone know the problem I have been trying all day to…
Time to replace 6yo laptop with Vista?
My old laptop (COMPAQ CQ60-420SA) seems slow compared to my smartphone , would I really notice much difference with a new one. The speakers (altec lansing) on it are really good too and i'm a bit worried that i'd lose sound quality as I play a lot of music on it and new laptops ive looked at like acer, lenovo don't seem to…
iPad settings
I am not sure where to look When I click on certain apps, I get a message saying it's not avalible for desktops. Why does my iPad think it's a deskto
OLD Macbook Vs HP Stream
Hi all, I need to buy a general use Laptop for me and my daughter to do the usual stuff, nothing too intense (maybe some light minecraft (for her) ). Would I be better off with an old 2006 refurbished mac book (MacBook 13" White 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo/2GB/80GB/SuperDrive) OR the new HP Stream (•Windows•Intel® Celeron®…
Really annoying problem with avast popup-lijit.com
Hi, Anyone with Avast anti virus installed getting pop up warning when accessing, http://www.thinkbroadband.com/ or account on talktalk that the licence to the site lijit.com has been revoked. it happens every time this past few weeks and a post on the avast forum seems to think it is related to ads on the above sites. Its…
Cctv use on a mobile fone andriod
CAN ANYONE EXPLAIN THE STEPS OF HOW TO SET UP MY FLUOREON DVR , 4 CAMERAS ONTO MY MOBILE ANDRIOD FONE. I HAVE HAD NO SUCCCESS SO FAR AND REALLY STRUGGLING TBH ?:money:
Facebook noise
Ok sad I know but I miss it :) When using my phone to access Fb and I liked a post my phone would make a certain noise but now it doesn't yet every thing else is fine it is just that. As far as I know nothing on my phone has been altered The phone is a Samsung S5 mini Thanks
y is my iPad registering as a desktop.
i am an avid swag bucket. Everyday there is a link on the home page to download the app of the day. Every day I download it and receive the email link. When I click on it to download, I get a message saying it's not avalible on a desktop. I am not on a desktop, I don't own one, I am using an iPad. I really don't know where…
Windows 10 Apps have gone!
I installed windows 10 some time just after it was released, however, having used the calculator app a number of times I have now noticed it has stopped working and the icon for it is blank. I have also noticed that all the other apps such as calendar and email have disappeared as well. I have tried a system restore but…
htc desire 310 download to PC
Hi, Basic question - Have taken a selfie, how do I download picture to my PC? I have emailed it to myself with attachment but there must be a way of reading the htc memory cards using the PC and extracting the picture? Mike.
Camera suggestions
Hi, I've got a Canon Ixus 7 from about 10 yrs ago. It's an adequate camera but has its limitations. I'm going on a trip to Asia and am looking for something a bit more flexible with a better zoom and ideally is rechargeable from a usb connection. What cameras might you recommend? Perhaps ones which were top models 2-3…
Slow laptop!
Driving me potty, it's an Asus K55v, had problems in feb with it not connecting to the internet, so did a refresh/restore : https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/67657521#Comment_67657521 even straight after that was slow, IE crashes and now even Firefox, it's sometimes such an effort even just to scoll…
Soundpeats M20 3.5mm In-ear Earphones 30% off
I just stumbled over a 30% off code for Soundpeats M20 3.5mm In-ear Earphones! These rrp at £20, currently selling for £10, but with the code, work out to just £6! Ive been looking at various headphones for a while now, not wanting to spend a large amount of money, but still wanting quality as good as i could get, with…
Olympus ES-10 Slide scanner
Is this compatible with either Win 7 or Win 10 ? I believe that it runs under XP... Is there any way to run it in "compatible mode" ?
hudl2 updated, not working
I updated my hudl2 yesterday. Initially it wouldn't update. I tried again and it went through the procedure including switching off and restarting. Whether I switch on, off, on again, it won't get beyond the black screen with hudl logo in white and star bleeping on or off. It won't take the next step to the home page. Has…
Trying to get some old tapes from a camcorder onto my dvd player
So I've been told by a work colleage that its possible to take old video tapes to Jessops to get them converted to DVD but the price seems a little dear. I've got a lot of fond memories of the family growing up on tape. I was wondering if there was a cheaper way to do it or if anywhere else would do it for less than…

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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
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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
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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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
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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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