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DVD recorder
just purchased a Panasonic blu ray recorder. model BD84. but having problems playing some dvd's in that I cannot get it to play Full Screen via TV. some DVD's do play full screen, others don't. even putting on the "Zoom" button does not help. can someone please advise why this is happening
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Netflix Error NW-2-5
Just added dns adguard to the chromecast with google tv and when I launch netflix it shows the above error. all other apps are working fine, disney+, iplayer etc.. anyone know a fix for this obviously without having to remove the adguard?
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All-In-One PC Choice
Looking at picking up an all-in-one pc and like the look of a couple from HP but could do with a steer. Both specs will more than cover my basic requirements (internet surfing, email, video streaming, spreadsheets, word processing, music/photos storage), but wondering if anyone can give a steer on which they'd go for.…
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Hotmail - "your request cannot be completed right now"
I am not very good with technology, I have an acer latop Windows 10, firefox browser, I keep deleting emails from my inbox, however, the emails keep reappearing in my inbox, I've deleted cookies, and ran a system scan (bitdefender) system is clearNo matter what folder I click on in Hotmail, all I get is "your request…
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Printer with memory card slot?
My dear BIL has an old Epson printer he uses and it is faulty. He does not use computers, just prints pictures direct from his camera memory card. He asked me to recommend/get a replacement that will not cost the earth for the ink for him but I am not finding it easy as he has a limited budget, under £70 would be good. Any…
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Mobile app banking Vs Desktop online banking
I have considered the above for some time, but remain with desktop online banking (DOB). It seems there is far more security questions to log on for DOB than mobile. I also wonder about someone getting there hands on my phone easier than my laptop, as the phone always goes with me when I leave the house, but my laptop does…
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Wall brackets for a printer
I know this is more DIY household forum kind of topic but I thought that people who are in the Techie forum are more likely to have experience of these working/not working which is why i've put it here. I'm trying to free up space at the moment. The room the PC is in is the box bedroom and so space is pretty limited. Right…
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Enter Vr???
Of late, I've been seeing, /receiving photos with an icon and "enter Vr" in the corner. I assume it's the way the sender has taken them. It's frustrating having the photo partially spoilt in this way. What is it and how can it be removed. I'm wondering if those that send photos out like this, realise the recipients find…
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Can a usb charging hub be used to power equipment
As above, will a usb charging hub be suitable to power several home office items? Me and the Mrs share a desk and need multiple ports to charge and power items - was thinking something like this from amazon: Anker [Compact 10-Port Charger PowerPort 10 (60W 10-Port USB Charging Hub) for iPhone Xs/Max/XR/X / 8/7 / 6 / Plus,…
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Next Halo doorbell
Hi, I have installed Nest doorbelll and a honeywell chime bought from Amazon. The ring is not very loud. I alos bought plug in socket wifi chime but its not compatable with Nest. I there good chime I can buy with loud ring? Please advise. Thanks
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How to record CCTV
I have 2 CCTV cameras that film the front and back of my house. They don't record however and can be watched on 2 separate TV channels. How can I record on them? Maybe a day or twos worth? Not keen on cloud subscription style affairs, I would rather store it myself and over write it IYSWIM....
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HD v SSD
I’m comparing laptops. I notice you get 1TB HDD or 256 SSD for the same money. I’m trying to compare and choose a laptop. Which is better value the HDD or the SSD. Many thanks.
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Wiping a company laptop
Hi - I have left a company that went under dramatically. So there wasn't an opportunity to hand it back the laptop despite me contacting the company. Can I easily "wipe" the laptop so it's "brand new". I know you can clear data off etc but does this remove all the admin things?
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SMETS2 - API to read from Hourly Energy Meter
Hi I want to get my hourly usage of my gas and electricity from a Smart Meter such that it feed to an open-source platform like Grafana. The purpose is to size a solar energy system's requirements. I am with EON. Has anyone tried it or such a thing exists. ? Any pointers will help. TIA
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Amazon Prime Video question
I have an prime video subscription so have access on my laptop and our tv. Is there a way to give access to my prime video on another laptop for another member of the household? My Mum lives with us but doesn't share our viewing tastes so wondered if I could give her access on her laptop. Thanks in advance.
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Screw in lightbulb holders
Bit of a strange one I know, but I went into my local B&Q recently and 80% of their light bulbs were screw in and not the traditional bayonet type. But something struck me as odd, which is I couldnt find one single screw in lightbulb holder, only the conversion holders, but the problem with the converters is that it makes…
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Elderly friendly video calling
My daughters grandparents live several hours away and with shielding, can’t come and visit her. They don’t have broadband. Currently, I send photos monthly but they would like to see her . I am looking for recommendations for tablets/ systems that don’t require broadband to send videos and receive video calls. Can anyone…
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Music mp3's vanished from USB
I put some Christmas tracks using the mp3 format on a USB to play at parents house on Christmas day. But I put the USB key where I loaded the songs onto it on my computer at home in my parents computer and it says the USB key is empty. But if I put it back in my computer the tracks are still there. Whats going on?
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Cannot open downloaded files on window 10
Suddenly I cannot open all the bank statements I have downloaded on the internet. The only change I did to the computer was installing a new mono printer/ Thanks
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Android phone with two screens
Hi, Does anyone know if it's possible to connect and Android phone to a small portable screen but have one app playing on the phone and a different app on the external monitor?
