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Can I watch tablet or phone TV apps on my TV
Can I buy an adapter or find a way to watch apps from Android tablet on my TV. We have a smart TV but it's old and won't support some of the newer apps like discovery plus. Also when we on holiday can we play TV apps from our tablet on TV in hotel room. Thanks
Microsoft Money Help
I am still using Money and find it invaluable. The working file has 30 years of data but the MS back up is not working. I can physically copy the 30000KB file to the back up location with no problem but the MS back up prompts me to find another location because it is not big enough! I see there is an option to archive but…
Norton (through BT) big update
I guess most here avoid paid for AV and I would usually too, but Norton is free (via BT or EE or whatever they're called this week) and so use it purely for that reason. It's just had a big update and introduced processes all over the place so I've just zapped it on my PC. And just found it running amok on a neighbours…
Swapping data to new clamshell phone
For me a smartphone was a step too far so desktop PC and clamshell phone only. Existing Doro 0260 phone is 3G so I need to replace it very soon. This will mean transferring a fairly long list of contacts and my usual younger family helpers all plead ignorance. The only Youtube videos I can find use bluetooth to make the…
Apple health data
Hi, my girlfriends Apple Watch broke last week, she has got a new one along with a new phone everything has downloaded from the cloud apart from her health data, so it is only showing her rings completed for the last three days or so She has also wipes her old phone, not sure if it’s all been lost now?
AI chat bots and GDPR rights
I recently had a very bad customer service experience with an AI chat bot. I didn't consent to giving my details to this AI bot. I thought I was through to customer service, as it was given various real person like names. It seems now many companies are using their customers for this AI experiment, without considering the…
Dowmloading Google Maps for when off-line.
Hi.Had the most stunning walk around Morwenstow, but noticed my Pixel 6 was offline for much of it.Wanted to check our location, and Google Maps could pinpoint us ok, and I could then work out the paths to take back to base, but the 'directions' feature wouldn't work as it was 'offline' - ie no interweb signal.I'm guessing…
Connect samsung smartphone to chromebook for wifi
Im attempting to use the wifi from my phone on my chromebook, so i can use the laptop in the summerhouse. Its a big garden and the signal is too weak. Im obviously not tech savvy and just cant do it despite following internet tutorials, I cant even remember the pin although Ive managed to change the password. Any help…
Recommend Me A New Desktop PC
I know it's probably been asked many times on here but........ My desktop pc is about 12 years old maybe more & it has had various bits upgraded over the years. Probably time for an upgrade I think. Can somebody give me some pointers to a reasonably priced machine ? I would prefer to buy from such as Amazon or Dell Specs…
Any ideas re noise detector that links to phone app?
We have an alarm at home but it does not connect to the outside world if/when it goes off. I therefore wondered if anyone knows of a small device that I could put near the alarm's klaxon which would (perhaps in conjunction with IFTTT?) notify me via a phone app when it goes off. That would be really useful. Many thanks.
Latest I Pad query
We were on fAcetime to our friends this evening.Our and their I Pads were static on a table.Their picture on our screen was perfectly still, but our picture seemed to pan from one of us to the other like the cameraman was a bit bored!Presumably this is yet another "upgrade" - any ideas how to turn this off please? Thanks
Why has my laptop screen gone darker?
I have a HP laptop about 18 months old. During the last few hours I have noticed the screen is not as bright !!!!!! it should be. Usually this darkening happens if the battery is running down and it needs plugging into the mains and the brightness comes back. Today plugging it in makes no difference. I have gone into…
How do I see confirmation codes on my smartphone ?
The apps on my phone frequently send "confirmation codes" to my smartphone - a Samsung Galaxy 5. How do I find these messages without exiting the app ?
Yest another data breach
https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2025/05/184-million-logins-for-instagram-roblox-facebook-snapchat-and-more-exposed-online?x-clickref=1101lBmRtjIJ Worth changing passwords etc just in case!It seems they don't know where the data came from, but probably "exposed credentials are likely just a fraction of what…
“New iCloud terms and conditions” - need to update on iPad
My iPad has been telling me for a while that I need to accept new iCloud terms & conditions, but whenever I’ve tried to access them I cannot. I click “continue” in the pop-up box in “Settings” to enter my iPad passcode, I get a message saying “this action cannot be completed at this time”. I now cannot access anything via…
Scanning photos with phone
I have a Samsung Galaxy s24 fe, and would like to scan old photos and save to usb. Is there an easy/best way to do this? Grateful for any help, thanks.
Teams Help
So, I only talk to my 78 year old brother in Canada. We used Skype for years, no problems. We moved to Teams and it is a nightmare. First few videos calls, no problem. But now when I try to call him to video chat I get the white circle with green around it. Then, when I try to call I get NOT AVAILABLE, TRY LATER. But my…
Oh my Word.
My old PC has a registered copy of Office Pro Plus 2016. My new PC does not. This copy is, however, registered to daughter as a student, and she has just completed her edu, so I can see that coming to an end :-( I only need Word itself, and not even a fancy version. Paying an ongoing subscription for 365 is not an option I…
Which PCI WIFI card with Bluetooth?
I'm getting FTTP broadband and the router will be installed downstairs while my main desktop computer is upstairs and rather than run cables upstairs like I currently have for Virgin Media I am going with WIFI and fitting a PCI WIFI card in my desktop. Should I go for a branded PCI card like TPlink or an unbranded card…
Best free video capture software?
Hi, we have just bought a vcr capture card to convert some of our old videos to files so we can continue to keep them (old school plays etc). What is the best free software for this? Also is there a best format for recording them in? Thanks for any advice.

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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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