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Apps for paying using mobile phone
I'm considering a cahsless/cardless payment option on my phone. I've had a look around the MSE site and can't see any information about the different options. Is it there anywhere? What are the preferred options? I have an iphone so Apple Pay is a possibility but I would like to explore other options. Please can anyone…
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Skype - Problems with microphone
My friend has just bought a Lenovo V145 laptop. The latest Skype has been installed but the microphone is not working. Windows 10 has been configured to allow Skype to access the mic. and the icon that says Skype is using the mic appears when trying to make a test call. Before he tries to get a USB headset, can anybody…
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Facebook...Files or Albums?
On a Facebook Group I have several Albums of photos that I have been managing well, but I need to keep four photos, pictures of pages of instructions. together. A separate album with these 4 is one solution I know . Ideally I'd like to have them in Files as I may need to store more in the future and that better describes…
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Windows 10 pro !..Minimised Chrome tabs show thumbnails when mouse hovered over any tab?..need help
HI all I was wondering if anyone can kindly help me sort my old PC out please ?? & please mind my mistakes in my words / terminology as this is my 1st thread in over 10 years.... I have a PC with the following specs..... 1) Windows 10 Pro 2) System : 64 bit O/system x 64 3) RAM : 16.6 GB 4) Processor : Pentium (R)…
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Talking Books
Hi, I like Amazon Audiobooks, but is getting rather expensive. Is there a cheaper alternative? Kindle Reader doesn't seem to be working for me.
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How to set up router with extension cable?
Recently, an open reach engineer came to fix our lack of internet problem. Turned out the problem was outside and there was no need for him to enter the house. He replaced the master socket, with…
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New Windows 10 advice please
hi, I got a message on my computer screen saying , your version of windows 10 is nearing the end , and they want me to install the new version. I have read some not so good stuff about it , that it can break printers , black screens, security and few other problems. I wondered has anyone else installed this new version of…
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External input - Sony Bravia
This is more of an information for future owners/anyone else had this issue post. 3 weeks ago I purchased a Sony Bravia KD49XG8305BU. Its been 3 weeks of televisual joy. Fast forward 3 weeks and this morning the screen started glitching, going black but with sound and turning it self off. Thought my BT Box was playing…
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Glue for iPad screen
I've a 3rd gen iPad mini that I got not that long after they were released, its getting frustrating to use now with how long apps take to load and the fact they crash fairly often when trying to load. Dropped it not long ago, yet again, and for the first time the screen broke... 3rd gen still had a separate front screen…
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Which is BEST & EASIEST free image hosting website with direct link sharing?
The subject header says it all. I'm shortly to sell on eBay a camera of mine. I know how to put the listing together, and have a second camera which i can use to take some decent pack shots. What I also want to do is put a selection of images taken by the for-sale camera into an album, this to (a) be uploaded to an image…
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recommend simple photo editing software please
As above I'm looking for an idiot proof basic photo editing programme. I currently use something that I think was installed with Windows 10 and it is slow and clunky and keeps crashing. I really need something simple and idiot proof, it's basically only for ebay and other site photos, so I need to crop mainly, adjust light…
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Paypal Holding Funds
Does anyone have any knowledge on Paypal limiting accounts and holding your funds for 180 days?
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Simple Motion sensor to detect Elderley lady getting out of bed
Hi My mum lives with us but had recently been poorly. She is getting better but needs some help going to the loo at night so I bought a bed sensor which rings a bell if she puts her legs out of the bed. Its loud, and not that accurate. I am sending it back and realised I should be able to get a simple motion sensor linked…
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Food Processor Recommendations: Magimix or Sage or Other?
Hi I am looking to buy a new food processor. Ideally I'd like it to be able to grate raw beetroot however I know this is a tall order. I was looking to spend a little more in order to get a product that would last many years. There's currently just two of us but we like to bulk prep our meals. Many thanks for any…
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Looking fpor free alternative to MS Word
Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can suggest a free alternative to MS Word. I want it for writing letters, possibly starting a novel too. If there's anything out there that would fit the bill I'd be very grateful to anyone who can point me in the right direction. Thanks :)
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Locked iPhone
My son has managed to change and forget the passcode on his iPhone. Is my theory that only he could have done this well founded? The phone has not been touched by anyone else physically. Could he have downloaded or granted remote access to anyone to do this or any know ransom wear etc that does this? It had an easy to…
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Karcher pressure washer k2.56 repai
My karcher pressure washer k2.56 delux fan ran continuously when it was turned on and wouldn't stop until it was switched off. I opened it up and found what felt like dirty oil on the inside of the casing. I took the pump apart and found the Motor Planet Wheels which are made of plastic were in bits with loads of plastic…
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Cant activate Dell webcam for zoom
Hi - wondering if someone could help. I have a DELL latitude E7240 and have used the camera in the past, just not recently. Now need it for Uni zoom classes and it is not available. It is not listed in device manager. Not sure what has happened - any ideas that could help me out ? Many thanks
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PC/PS4 sound bar/speakers
Hi, I was given a widescreen monitor with wireless keyboard/mouse so bought a cheap desktop unit as it makes WFH easier than using a laptop. I have no external audio. I also have a PS4, which I hopefully can connect to the monitor via a HDMI cable. So my question is about external audio. I remember slightly tinny pairs of…
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Software to find and delete multiple mp3 in various folders
Ive got various folders with a lot of music in them, can anyone suggest software I could use to delete the folders so whats left is just 1 folder of the album or 1 mp3 of just the 1 song.Thanks
