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Suddenly can't make a Call but can receive Honor phone!
Good afternoon Techie Champs, Everything was fine on my phone but yesterday. I set a number of alarms and I think in the process of stopping the alarm while ringing, I mistakenly press one button. Since then, I can't make a Call. I can receive call though. My WhatsApp and Internet is fine. Please help. Thanks Kay
home songwriting on a budget
I have some acoustic guitars, electric guitars and a midi keyboard and I am looking for the best way to record my songs on a budget. I dont mind buying used. I have a laptop and an old apple mac but happy to consider just a manual multi track method so many choices so any advice from home songwriters would be great
Facebook uploads mystery
Ive a external hard drive, thousands of my photos on it, for some unkown reason FB now wont let me upload images off the external hard drive, it allows it off my PC drive, also off my phone, i had to transfer DSLR images via Nikon app to my phone to post on FB....
Shall I upgrade to windows 11?
Not sure what to do, not too good with computer. Will have issues if I upgrade? Thanks
Cannot open word document sent to me
I do not have word installed on my laptop just Open Office. I am being sent word documents but cannot open them I keep getting diverted to Microsoft 365 asking me to pay for a subscription or enter a code. Is there anyway I can install just Word free or how can i open documents to read and print that are sent to me. Thank…
Will an old wireless pc card be able to handle modern internet speeds?
Hi folks, I have an old almost 15 year old desktop from Pcspecialist, still going strong with this wireless card. Wireless Network CardWIRELESS N 300Mbps PCI CARD (£16) As I have an Ethernet connection from the the ONT direct to the PC I have removed the card. I am with EE using a BT hub 2 router 500Mbps down Full Fibre/…
Outlook dilemma
I must be going mad. Using outlook for my emails I need to check on mail for something I was dealing with in December 2022. Checking the Inbox - both focus,other,archive I can find no reference to the situation. However on searching some names that I remember some info appears! Am I being stupid? As I can't remember lots…
Compatible cartridges?
Hello, I have an HP ENVY 5032 Printer which I'm quite happy with. I used to pay for HP's "instant ink", where you subscribed for a fixed amount each month and they sent you cartridges whenever you needed them, but jumped ship when they doubled the price. so I bought some genuine cartridges earlier this year. It now seems…
Denon D-M41 hi fi poor sound
My old 1980's Akai stacked hifi system finally gave up the ghost at beginning of the year and after much deliberation I plumped for a Denon D-M41 hifi cd player as all I play nowadays is cds. I'm really struggling with it, I thought I just had to get used to the sound not being 'as full' as the Akai which had large 3'…
Options to stream Apple + tv
Hi I've just got apple + TV subscription through Barclays but I'm struggling to find a way of streaming it. I assumed, stupidly maybe, that there would be an android app but no. Tried web browser on phone but no option to cast. Then tried mirroring but jerky at best. My Ps3 and Roku stick are too old. Why is it so…
How To Clean USB C Phone Charging Port
I think my Pixel phone's port is blocked with fluff or other debris. When I connect the charger it is difficult to make the connection - I have to press the cable in and move it slightly to one side to work. Often I have to fiddle for some time before it starts charging. I've tried a compressed air spray with very little…
Porting mobile phone number - really basic questions
DW is with O2 PAYG, but I have just got her a Lebara SIM. O2 issued a PAC code, and I gave that to Lebara and requested a 'Port In'. That will take place on 30 August. What should DW do in the meantime, so that she still gets calls and texts on the old number? I assume that I should put the O2 SIM back in her phone? She…
Casting embedded video within browser to TV?
May be obvious to some (hopefully because then you can help) but I've literally just tried out this casting thing right now. How do you cast a video that is being played within a browser - to your TV? It'll be coming from an iPad or iPhone - so Apple device. It'll be going to my TV which is an approx. 10yr old Panasonic. I…
Ford 4000 traffic radio serial no M128450
Please could someone help me with the code for the above radio thanks
Struggling to find a phone that meets my criteria!
I want a phone with a pretty good camera, has at least 6'7" screen, will take an esim and has a headphone jack (I'd rather not have to use wired earphones but I've tried 2 different 'ear buds' but they fall out too easily and are uncomfortable but you can't return them so I'm not risking buying anymore). . Probably new…
Office 2021 pro plus - £24
Is this a genuine bargain or is it a risky deal ?https://www.wowcher.co.uk/deal/national-deal/23813732/microsoft-office-2021Is Wowcher going to sell illegal software ?
Shut out of email account
I am desperate for help. I have had a gmail account for years. This week I have several e mails warning of suspicious activity on my account. So I went to Microsoft website to find out what I could do. I had a to create another Outlook email so that I could communicate with them. Anyway they locked my email account and…
Back to School Laptop
This email title caused me to double-take today Is this really the kind of hardware that schoolkids are expected to be lugging about these days?
Easyspace - how to dispute an unauthorised auto-renewal with your card issuer
I am posting this in order to help anyone who has suffered unauthorised services charged to their credit card or debit card by Easyspace, which is a UK registrar of domain names. I paid £12.97 using my American Express card to Easyspace in 2023 to transfer registration of my domain name to Easyspace, including a 1-year…
Video intercom for elderly parents
Any recommendations or tips of what to look for when shopping for a video intercom for my elderly parents please? They aren't smart phone users so the popular video doorbells won't work for them. Ideally something as simple to use as possible and even better if wireless to save installation costs. Thank you!

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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