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Sleep tracker recommendations
I was wondering if anyone can recommend a sleep tracker. Ideally one which will indicate how far off I might be from deep sleep etc. One which monitors steps etc would be a bonus, but it's not a dealbreaker.
Three Mobile Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 - can't hear numbers
I have bought the above phone via above network there is a huge issue when I ring banks and try to pass through security. They don't seem to hear me saying numbers or are able to register numbers I enter on the dial pad. Also when I talk to HMRC on the phone all is well until I need to spell out some numbers to them and…
Samsung Galaxy A14 - now to dismiss alarm?
I have the "alarm" of the clock app set to go off at the same time every day. Once it goes off, how on earth do I dismiss it? I've tried various things but have only succeeded in snoozing it. I don't want to snooze it - I want to tell it "OK I've heard you, now shut up until this time tomorrow!". How do I do that? It's…
Current Computer Deals. BLC?
Does anyone know where are doing the best PC deals? My current search is limited Currys.
Text Messages not being received on Apple iPhone SE 2020
Hi, I'm trying to help a relative set up a new savings account. As part of the set up they need to receive an activation/verification code by text message. The bank is Raisin. For some reason the text messages are not being received. Raisin say they have the correct phone number. When I text the relative, the messages come…
twitter/x
Finally, after about 15 years, I was starting to find Twitter useful. There used to be so much junk to wade through that I didn't use it, but then I discovered Tweetdeck which didn't seem to have superfluous stuff. I found it quite good to have up to follow the news on topics of interest to me. But not that great. So that…
NHS jobs - CV pasting
Hi - I have a completed CV on word which NHS jobs wants me to copy and paste to the application form. But doing so then shows everything bunched up on the application reader, no paragraphs etc I read I need to copy and paste as plain text but there is no option on android? I then tried to hand type things, but saving…
Problem with my Printer
I have a Brother DCP-J315W printer and today when I tried to print a spreasheet I get a message Printer is Paused and another problem not sure if it is connected but normally when I print a spreadsheet I right click on it and click on print but the print tab is not there as I said not sure if these problems are…
Android 10 Go to Android?
I have a Nokia 1 smartphone that has Android 10 Go installed. It will not allow me to install certain apps I want because of this. Is it possible to install a full version of Android and replace Android 10 Go? Even Android 9 would be OK. Or should I just buy another phone making sure it does not have a Go version of…
"Outlook Live" calendar
I've tried to find out how I can save my Outlook Live calendar, but I can't find any way of doing this. The closest I've come is on the print option, where it displays up to 9 events for each day of the month, but that's no use to me as I have many more than that per day. Am I trying to find something that can't be done?
How do I get faster speeds with 4G router?
Hi this is my 4G router: It says it goes up to 150 mbps, but I am mostly getting less than 10 mbps, and often less than 2 mbps with the booster that came with it. It's not wired to my laptop, but I did get around 20 - 30 mbps in my old flat, and that was using wifi too, not wired. What can I do to make it faster? Will…
Lenovo T450 keyboard not working
Good morning all I am after any pointers please around what I might do about my Lenovo T450 keyboard after it stopped working. I am typing on a Spanish USB plug and play keyboard. Last Saturday going into Sunday morning the following events happened. 1) I had joined a holiday apartment internet network after being part of…
Another CCTV thread
Hi all I've finally getting around to looking at CCTV for my home. I'm hoping to have quite a simple setup with just a single camera. Now for the potentially awkward bits Needs to have somewhat decent night-vision (street-lights around here are garbage) Needs to be either battery (with decent life)/solar powered (if these…
New Broadband router question
BT are sending me a new router to supposedly solve my recently intermittent broadband. I am a bit sceptical that it will but it seems we have to go through this step before a engineer is sent. I have a couple of dozen devices that use my WiFi, including a couple of friends' phones and laptops who connect when they visit.…
iOS 17 beta with iPhone
Anybody here beta testing iOS 17 with their iPhone yet?
Google maps, adding stops
Yesterday I was wanting a time for a motoring route in the Yorkshire Dales, using a route which didn't just follow the shortest route, but visited certain places along the way. I used to key in the start and finish, using stops to force the route along the path I required. I couldn't see any options for adding stops! Has…
Another what to buy question
My friends think I am tech savvy but I’m not, my knowledge is just superficial - just how to use packages. I currently have a very old desktop, originally running windows 7 but upgraded to 10. It was fine for a few years after the upgrade but now seems very slow. I am increasingly just using a laptop, but that’s quite old…
'Marketplace' shortcut has disappeared from my Fb page.
Just that. It's gorn.I can still find it by doing a 'search', and it still works as it should - my listings are still on there. But the only icons I now have along the top of the Fb page are: 'Home', 'Friends' (don't have any. Ok, two.), 'Video' (don't want it), 'Gaming' (want that even less), and 'News' (I get that from…
TV 'boxes' to use with a 'commercial' TV.
Hi. Thinking of buying a com TV as it's cheap but also will be primarily used as a PC monitor, so should be ideal. It's an LG, is HD, but they seemingly do not have built in tuners or nuffink. It would be 'nice' for it to also act as an occasional TV, tho', and the current owner apparently uses an Amazon 'Fire' stick for…
Best app for lost phone/child tracking
Good afternoon Could anyone kindly recommend a good app, preferably free that would track a lost phone and subsequently the location of my teenage daughter? 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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