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Which AI tools do you use?
Which AI tools do you use to save money, boost your income or organise your finances? Let us know your success stories (how much did you save? What did you learn?). Does your bank offer any AI tools and if so, are they a help or a hindrance? We'd like to hear of any duds you've tried too. Thank you. ___________________…
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Techie Stuff sticky
🖥 Useful thread from the Forum: * FAQs - Techie Qs & As (Some of the information in the links may be out of date, so please do check the dates of posts first). If there are any other useful Forum threads on this board that you think we should add, let us know 🗣 🖨Other helpful content from MoneySavingExpert.com: * Best free…
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Intrusive Alexa
Just installed Echo. When not in use it frequently says "There is someone at the front door" We don't have a Ring security setup so what is prompting these messages?
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Which ISPs allow you to swap router?
I am trying to compile a list of ISPs that allow the end user to swap their free router for something a lot more powerful. I want to consider ADSL, VDSL and Fibre variations.
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Outlook Sent email stuck in outbox "queued"
There are 4 different email addresses on my Laptop either Outlook or Hotmail, Three of them are working fine so the connection is okay and working. However one of them will not send messages they are stuck in the outbox saying queued. I have deleted them and tried sending them again but the same result. As I have received…
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non windows laptop?
i dislike windows laptops, constant updates, slow performance. are there realistic alternatives? i know of linux but wouldnt know how to set it up? can you buy laptops that run linux already, or maybe dos? and why isnt there an android laptop available?
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Very hot CPU on laptop.
Hi. I've been given a neat wee HP Pavilion laptop (14-ce3501na) to wipe for its new owner. It's immaculate, and looks little used. Reset seemed to work fine, but I was aware that the fan was very noisy, and ran for much of the time at high speed - wife complained bitterly. Anyhoo, when setting it back up for the new owner…
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Chromebook support ended
Yesterday a message appeared on my Chromebook to say that support was ending. This wasn't a surprise as I knew about this when I bought the machine. The message had a link to learn more. In the link it was explained that I could continue to receive support but that it would be at the expense of running Android apps and…
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WINDOWS 10 TASK BAR -DESKTOP PC
I have a number of apps pinned to the taskbar eg Outlook mail ,Thunderbird client etc. Lately when I start up , frequently nothing appears on the taskbar . Furthermore if I open something eg browser, email client , and then minimise the app ,it still doesn't appear. Some time after starting , sometimes hours ,the taskbar…
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Suitable cordless mic for Zoom.
Hi. Looking for a cordless mic for mil so she can engage in group Zoom meetings/lessons on her PC. I've read that BlueTooth can be laggy, which is a shame as her PC has it built in. Thoughts on best solution, please? She's not bothered about video, but if a combined mic/camera is the best option, the camera can always be…
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Water resistant mobile
How water resistant are modern mobiles? Are they all similar quality or are any a lot better? Can many/any take going in water?
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HP Envy Inspire 7220e Printer Ink Cartridges
Hi all, I have stopped instant ink. I now have to buy my own ink cartridges, can I buy just the black ink, will it work with one cartridge in please?
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Can't access this website
Following on from "can't connect to Argos website" I have a similar conundrum. I'm trying to connect to the Cyprus Electricity website https://www.eac.com.cy/ but it just gives me 'connection timed out' I've tried with various VPNs but haven't got a CY one Any suggestions?
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Google Pixel 8a battery problem?
Charged up my phone to 80% unplugged it and when I next looked at it most of the apps had turned grey and screen had dimmed. If I attempt to open an app I get a message saying, 'App paused by extreme battery saver'. The battery icon is showing 78% but has turned orange. If I plug the charger back into the phone it all goes…
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Playing Games on Amazon Fire Tablet
Hi. I've been playing various games on my android phone for ages. I was recently given an Amazon Fire tablet. Videos are fine and games look great..…with one problem. For example Harry Potter Puzzles and Spells. The Game itself looks really good on the tablet but the play video button for adverts is greyed out. My Wi-Fi is…
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any tips for simplifying smart phone
I just set up a new samsung a17 and there was so many questions, and apps it tried to install. it wouldnt even let me stop it installing tiktok. and when it was done the screen was full of icons. all i want the phone is for calls, texts, whatsapp and a music streaming app. that is pretty much it. id love to just go back to…
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Can connect to Argos by wi-fi but not via LAN.
My broadband is with virginmedia and I have come across a problem which has left me baffled. I have a desktop which is connected to broadband via ethernet from a vm router. When I try to load www.argos.co.uk my browser comes up with the following error message Access Denied You don't have permission to access…
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Faster internet seems more laggy
I had a BT Smart Hub 2 on a 300mb connection and it was pretty smooth tbh. No complaints other than the monthly fee was getting out of hand. Moved to a Sky Max Hub on a 900mb connection. Just connected it up about 4hrs ago & I've noticed a few differences already and none of them are good. I was on my PC (wired connection)…
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USB plug sockets
I’m getting a kitchen refurb which will involve installing new plug sockets. Is it worth having usb a and/or c plug sockets or are usb sockets in general on the way out ?
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Problem Streaming Music on Phone
When i try and stream Music from youtube music app it works fine on mobile data but as from yesterday it has stopped working on my home wifi. I have tried changing between the two and it just stops on the wifi with a loading circle. My home internet is BT with hub2. I have tried switching the hub off for a few hours to get…
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Block or allow access to other apps on this device?
Over the last few days I've had a pop up asking "Block or allow access to other apps on this device" when signing into some banking/financial web sites. This is new to me and I'm not sure what to do. Its been suggested that if I trust the site I should allow it as it could be security related but I'm not sure. Is it…
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NHS App - third party access
Firstly, not sure if this is the best forum. Please forgive me if there's a more appropriate one. I'm not a regular contributor. My sister is trying to get third party access to our elderly father's NHS app. She's filled in all the appropriate forms, got his consent etc. The staff at his GP practice say they have done…
