Author: Press Room
Parental controls settings are rather complicated, whatever device you have. Even Apple’s iPhone and iPad Screen Time features are not the most simple thing to navigate. But beyond the thorny issue of time limits, there’s one issue that could actually cost you big money – and that’s the problem of app purchasing and the accompanying menace of in-app purchases. We’ve all heard the horror stories of children running up huge bills. One girl ran up a $11,400/£8500 bill on Apple’s App Store for example. But will bills of that severity are somewhat unlikely, there’s one setting you absolutely must check,…
The best fitness trackers, smartwatches and health apps promise to help us move more, eat better, and understand exactly what our bodies are doing. They count every step, analyse every workout, and record every calorie we eat. But does any of it actually work? I’ve used plenty of it myself over the years, from a Garmin watch and treadmill desk, to calorie-tracking apps and connected bathroom scales. Together, they’ve helped me understand my habits, measure progress, and saved my brain from having to think about all this stuff too much. None of these tools does the actual work for you,…
World governments hoping to drastically cut emissions in the next decade all want us to kick our combustion cars to the kerb, but not everyone has the funds to swap their existing wheels for electric vehicle – but what if there was a new class of small, budget-friendly EVs more of us could afford? That’s the thinking behind the European Commission’s latest work-in-progress initiative, which could see car makers incentivised for building E-cars. But what form will they take, what rules will they have to follow – and where will you be able to drive them? Here’s everything we know…
As a fan of both Plex and Kodi media players, I shied away from trying out Jellyfin for far too long. As it happens, there are many advantages to this platform, including a centralized server with no paywalls, true privacy, full ownership, and easy remote access. So what was the catch? Well, frankly, I didn’t like the interface, which is a significant factor when organizing and playing files in a home media setup, especially compared to Plex’s familiar, intuitive interface and the vast array of customizable Kodi “skins” on offer. However, once I stopped using the default app, I began…
Ever wonder how it would feel to commute to work in a Ferrari? Order all your meals from a Michelin star restaurant rather than the local takeout? The Huntsman Signature Edition is a similar deal but for gaming keyboards. The exclusive drop elevated a fan favourite ‘board to levels of opulence previously unheard of from a mainstream gaming brand – and brought a $500/£500 asking price that put it beyond the reach of the 99%. Razer had no trouble selling out, though. The original run of (appropriately enough) 1337 pieces were snapped up in mere minutes. Limited number releases of…
When it comes to streaming, you can always count on Netflix to have something new for you to watch. Whether you want a miniseries or a multi-season epic, a comedy or a drama, a documentary or a comedy special, this service always has you covered. In fact, there’s so much new stuff coming to Netflix so often that it can be hard to keep track. That’s why we’re here to fill you in on all the new stuff worth watching this weekend. Hannibal Seasons 1-3 Available as of July 27 Lecter (Mads Mikkelsen) looking up in Hannibal season 1 So…
Summary Tiny AI e-paper display replaces glowing tablets as a focused fridge/entry reminder screen. Send notes via Seeedash app or press the button and use voice AI – shared reminders without phone distractions. Open-source ESP32-S3, hackable for Home Assistant, lights, sensors; 3.4-inch E Ink, $49.99, ships Sept 15. The reTerminal Sticky is a new smart home display that fixes the major issue I have with smart kitchens — any integration usually looks like a glowing tablet haphazardly glued to your kitchen wall. But this new gadget is a tiny, AI-powered e-paper display for your fridge, developed by Seeed Studio, that…
In a glimpse of the future, electric car maker BMW has recently upped its use of humanoid robots in its factory at Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina, USA. The facility employs 11,000 people who have now been joined by the humanoids, known as Figure 03. They follow on from a test of a previous test version of the humanoid, unsurprisingly known as Figure 02. Both have been developed by tech firm Figure AI, working alongside BMW. The robots are an example of so-called Physical AI, joining up the physical world with AI. While the previous pilot took place in the…
It’s practically common knowledge within the tech world that Samsung is supplying Apple with flexible OLED screens for its debut foldable smartphone. The iPhone Ultra is widely expected to make its debut in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, but I already feel like I’ve had a sneak peek. That’s because I’ve just finished testing the Galaxy Z Fold8. Samsung’s first wide book-style foldable uses the same passport-sized outer screen and 4:3 aspect ratio inner display that Apple is believed to have gone for; the upcoming iPhone is also predicted to have a dual camera array at the rear and…
You’re going to die! Hopefully not soon, but you do need to figure out what to do with all your things – and that includes digital information and possessions on your phone, laptop and other devices. This guide explains how to create a digital legacy and ensure your loved ones have access to your data after you die. (But only the data you want them to have!) The basics Know what matters Not everything needs to live on after you’re gone. Decide what’s most important to you – and to those you’ll be leaving behind. Some things will be sentimental,…