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Swan CCTV not recording
I have had 4 swan cameras since 2012, cameras were replaced 2019. Hard drive replaced 2020. One camera is no longer recording. I can view the live feed so it's working but not recording. Any ideas what can be the matter?
Problems reinstalling Windows 10 professional
I am having ridiculous problems reinstalling Windows 10 pro on a new SSD on my main PCTo start with - every time I try - I get stuck in a installation loop from the media creation tool file that I created on USB ! So I tried going via Windows 7 pro (I have a DVD)This worked and I then tried to go on-line to check for a way…
Swann cctv not working after dark
Strange thing. I have a Swann cctv with 4 cameras. It’s ages old but up to now no issues. One camera last week records perfectly during the day but as soon as it’s dark doesn’t record anything.just says video loss. Thought it might be a broken IR sensor so need new camera but then the next day another camera all through…
1st smartphone how to access internet
I have a payg tesco mobile I think it is this one. HD+ Display Android Smartphone | moto e14 | motorola UK does it connect to the home wifi just like a laptop would? i.e. do I have to pay from my £10 credit to access the internet like I pay for a call or is access to the internet from my home router free just like a laptop…
How to view my password on this site?
Hi, I notice that although my email/password is saved it's not the word that appears in the visible box when I click on sign in.It's several digits longer. Tried though edit in my profile but that just shows dots. Right clicked on front screen and profile but I can't find a way to view it. I'd like to have a record of it…
changed password on my work email address but now not getting email on my mobile as have
Hi can anyone help as not getting work email on my mobile since i changed password on work pc at work on monday ? tia
App required - Android Mobile Phone with in-built FM Radio - Want to listen via BLUETOOTH
Hi everyone Title basically says it all Can listen via Bluetooth ear buds all the audio played online, BBC Sounds podcasts, live audio and Youtube etc. FM Radio is fine using wired headphones or even phone's speaker providing headphones connected as they are also the aerial. But I want to use the Bluetooth buds to listen…
How to transfer files
As per the title - How best to transfer files from one laptop to a new one if you have no cloud or external HD? Also favourites and what not from firefox? Also I assume I'll have to download all my apps etc again as well? Thanks guys
Anyone here familiar with speaker Crossovers?
If so, I'll post. If not, I won't bovv :smile: Ta.
Best free blogging platform?
Hi, Would appreciate recommendations for the best free blogging platforms, preferably ones that are simple and easy to use. Thanks Blu XXX
Locked out of Facebook & Instagram
I'm going round incircles trying to get back into Facebook & Instagram I had a message yesterday: Your Instagram account has been suspended. This is because your account, or activity on it, doesn't follow our Community Guidelines on fraud and deception. If you think that we made a mistake, you have until 26 April 2025 to…
Iron Key help
Any advice appreciated. We keep private data on an encrypted Iron Key - have done for some years as it is simply impossible to remember everything! Last weekend our desktop picked up a virus and we ended up going through a system restore. Now our Iron Key won't open. Pop up message about needing privileged access. No idea…
How safe is email?
Is it safe to send bank details to and from personal email addresses? I know people do it all the time, but I do worry. Am I being very old fashioned?
Apple Watch cellular
If I buy a watch cellular can I use phones from any of my Apple accounts or wife’s? Does it have to be the one linked to the iPhone contract? Or can I set the watch up for anyone? Also can you pay the watch and contract early before the 4 years if you wish to and use without the cellular? Do you get given a new number to…
Facebook issues
Afternoon all The past day or so, my ability to interact with discussions and the like on Facebook have hit what appears to be an impasse. When I've tried to initiate a new discussion on a page, the pop up screen shows, but doesn't open, yet I can post a comment on a discussion. Also, I now have to open a reel in a new…
TV has eARC Soundbar Arc only - DOLBY ATMOS / DOLBY VISION issues
Is there a solution to this anyone ? My Hisense 85U7KQTUK Tv has eARC , my older but excellent sounding HW K950 Dolby Atmos Soundbar only has ARC . When I run my streamers direct into the TV and then hdmi between eARC (TV) and ARC Soundbar, I'm getting Dolby vision top end pictures but zero Dolby atmos (the feed definitley…
Windows 11 icons
My work PC was recently upgraded to enable Windows 11 to be introduced. Since then, I have a really annoying issue with the desktop icons loaded via the network. We/I actually do t use half of them, so I like to drag and position them away from those that I do need. However, at times during the day (will happen multiple…
Getting through the iPhone silent/mute?
I've been meaning to ask this for weeks but keep forgetting. I thought you could get round the iPhone being on mute thing by following up your phone call immediately once the first one rings out? I was sure I'd heard that before but either it doesn't work or no longer works. My wife is a damn nuisance with her phone being…
Trusted reviews of Powerline adapters?
Anyone know of a trusted source for testing and comparing powerline adapters? Google is just useless at finding them. Just seems to give links to the same text copy/pasted to several websites or reviews of an item the reviewer has never seen in the flesh never mind tested them properly. I know the advertised speeds are…
How to connect android phone to internet with adapter and ethernet cable
Hello - want to plug phone into my router using a usb c to ethernet adapter and ethernet cable. When I do this the lights go on on the adapter. The phone registers than something is connected when I scroll down - says phone is charging other device with usb tap for more options. When it goes to usb settings all the other…

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Warning. Five holiday booking scams to watch out for as over £11 million lost to travel fraud
Booking your summer holiday soon? Protect yourself from scams by watching out for clone websites, fake deals and bogus cancellations, as fraudsters to continue to use a variety of sophisticated methods to trick holidaymakers out of their cash.
Santander Edge customer? It's axing its 1% cashback on spending
If you've got a Santander Edge current account, you'll no longer earn 1% cashback on supermarket, fuel and travel spending from 9 September. The bank has today (20 May) confirmed it's axing the perk, though it will continue to pay 1% cashback on bills.
Martin Lewis: I'm a bit teary – we just got a win on changing hideous Council Tax debt collection
Miss one monthly Council Tax payment and within six weeks you can have bailiffs at the door asking you to pay the whole year's bill, plus extra on top. But in a win for MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis and his charity the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (MMHPI), the Government has agreed to investigate these "catastrophic" debt collection practices.
Buy now, pay later protection one step closer – but Martin Lewis urges caution as rules not yet in force
New rules to protect over 10 million shoppers who use buy now, pay later (BNPL) services are on the way to becoming law. However, MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) founder Martin Lewis, who has long-campaigned for BNPL regulation, is urging people to remain wary until the law changes take force.
Tesco shopper? You've less than two weeks to use £15 million worth of Clubcard vouchers – or extend them with our trick
If you've got a Tesco Clubcard, check if you have any vouchers close to expiring, as nearly £15 million-worth are due to run out on Saturday 31 May. Don't want to spend your vouchers yet? We've got a trick to extend their validity.
Martin Lewis: Just got a win on hopefully changing hideous council tax debt collection that hurts millions
"Catastrophic" Council Tax debt collection practices – that can see bailiffs at your door within six weeks demanding payment for the whole year despite missing just one month – are to be investigated by the Government. It's a win for MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis and his charity the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (MMHPI) who've campaigned against this rapid escalation.
Martin Lewis: Mobile and broadband mid-contract inflation hikes are BANNED – but there are winners and losers
Inflation-linked broadband, mobile and TV price hikes have been banned. It means some will see bills rise by a specified amount in pounds and pence going forward. However, MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis has warned that many WILL still see above-inflation rises in future despite the new rules.
'Catastrophic' Council Tax debt collection practices to be investigated by Government – Martin Lewis says move is 'brilliant news'
"Catastrophic" Council Tax debt collection practices – that can see bailiffs at your door within six weeks demanding payment for the whole year despite missing just one month – are to be investigated by the Government. It's a win for MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis and his charity the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute (MMHPI) who've campaigned against this rapid escalation.
MoneySaver's 'unbelievable' £675 refund from Complete Savings – how to check if you can claim too
MoneySaver Ray secured a £675 refund from Complete Savings after reading our warning about the 'cashback with a catch' site's misleading 'click to claim' ads. And Ray's not the only one, as we've been swamped with similar successes.

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