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Problem with receiving messages on my Android Phone
I have recently been using the FaceBook app and airplane mode for parts of the day. I switched Airplane mode off and uninstalled the FB app. Now I am unable to send or receive text messages I have restarted my phone, double checked I'm out of airplane mode, clear my messages app and deleted old message to no avail I don't…
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Best Free Android Ad Blocker ??
Any recommendations for a free ad blocker for android ?? I have been using Blokada for a few years now but a recent update to version 5.0 has made it completely useless.
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Laptop - is 16Gb worth doing?
Ive got a new laptop, a HP 6BL30EA with 8Gb of RAM and plan to use it for most internet things, connected to a 31" monitor most of the time. We've just had ultrafast fibre fitted (300Mbps) and I was wondering if its worth upgrading the RAM in it? and if so, what should I go for, and where from?
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How long does a power bank hold its charge ?
I am thinking of buying a power bank to charge my phone / camera while out walking How long do these actually retain their charge ? If I didn't need it and left it, say in the car, would it keep the power or lose it gradually. I realise if it is winter, leaving it in the car may not be a good idea. I guess the higher the…
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Google threat to delete my emails and photos.
Just got this warning; is part of an email from Google changing their policies again. Quote: "If you exceed your storage limit for 2 years, we may delete your content across Gmail, Drive and Photos." It also says it won't come into force for a couple of years. However as I have a free gmail account and just read my emails…
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Need some type of Microsoft word urgently
The PC I’m using is Windows7 Home Premium. I’ve received a word document which need me to be printed filled on and scanned back in. I can’t open it as this PC doesn’t seem to have any programs on to to open up the document. I just get gobbledegook. Is there a free download for this old pc that would let me open the word…
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Duplicate file finder and removal tool.
Hello. Can anyone please advise on a good free or cheap duplicate file finder for windows 10. Thank you.
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Error Message on Android Phone
Restricted Access Changed Voice Service Is Blocked What does this mean - and how do I stop it from continually popping up on my Motorola phoneI have tried every fix including removing the SIM and it makes no differencehttps://techviral.net/restricted-access-changed-voice-service-is-blocked/
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Code for creating an unusual repeating event in Google Calendar
Hi. This is just an interest of mine. I want to create an event that occurs on the second Tuesday of every other month. I see that this is not one of the ones I can simply select in the calendar. I did a bit of searching and found a suggestion for a similar thing - but it was later mentioned as no longer working. It seem…
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Laptop recommendations
I am looking for a reasonably fast laptop, maximum price £350 for webbrowsing and email - preferably with an SSD. I have seen several at Currys and they either come with a slow processor (N5030) or an "S" version of Windows, which I understand is a cut down version ?What does anyone recommend ?
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MacOS Big Sur update - need a new MacBook?
I've got a 128Gb 2017 MacBook Pro with 18.8GB of storage remaining but the Big Sur update requires circa 46GB.Is it necessary to install this update? If so, will I need to get a new Mac with more storage?TIA
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Kitchen TV
I would like to mount a smart tv in my Kitchen ( 40-50in) but it will be a massive help if I can do this without the use of an Ariel or Sat cable. Am I right in thinking I could view most popular terrestrial channel's via a Firestick? Any suggestions as to make this idea feasible appreciated...............also anyone…
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Sky Essentials Broadband
Hi I recently got a Sky Essential broadband package which provides about 14Mbs download speed. The Black Friday deal also included Sky Essentials TV package and free phone calls for £25. My wife and I use broadband mainly on our laptops and mobile phones for internet browsing. We also have a smart TV and an Elexa connected…
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Distance Selling - 20% restocking fee
I bought a gimbal for 270 pounds from a company. I bought it online so in my opinion I am covered under distance selling rules. I emailed the company as their returns policy was a bit odd saying that it may only be returned if unopened and not activated. I am not sure how you can check whether something meets your need…
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Fridge/freezer stopped working in garage
Recently bought a Bush fridge/Freezer from Argos, for overspill use in the garage. It's stopped cooling and freezing (light still works) and it's pretty obvious to us now that the ambient temp in the garage is too low. My question is, until we can afford another one that will work in low ambient temps, should we switch the…
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Remove Amazon Assistant?
Anyone help me do the above, Amazon say "To uninstall Amazon Assistant, please follow the normal browser extension or application uninstallation instructions provided by your browser type or device manufacturer." Using Chrome and Macbook pro what should i do?
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ERROR unexpected token < in JSON at position 0
could someone please I have been racking my brains over this all weekend. I'm trying to go to the payment page on the Playstation website and it keep throwing the above error up. So far I have tried the following: using a different browser edge, chrome and firefox tried clearing all cookies etc.. tried it on a different…
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iPad or Chromebook?
My wifes iPad recently died. It was 2 years old and it just stopped turning on just like that one morning. iPad Gen 6. She then bought a Samsung A7 Tab after having the A71 phone and being quite happy with the mid-range phone. Turns out mid-range tabs (if the A7 is mid range?) aren't the same. She couldn't get on with it.…
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Nintendo eshop vouchers - Where do you purchase them reliably?
I have already posted this but I may have posted it in the wrong thread. I have been asked to get Nintendo eshop vouchers but when I tried to purchase them online I was told I needed an account. Can someone tell me where I can reliably purchase these vouchers? Also. is it true that you can only pay for items using one…
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Electric panel heater - metal wall convector installation
Hello, I have a spare metal wall convector (electric panel heater) 1000w which I like to install in a new place. It was manufactured by Atlantic and they insist that the equipment use NO earth wire connection (https://www.atlantic-comfort.com/Our-products/Room-heating/Gentle-heat-radiators/Shangai-Ecodomo) I am extremely…
