Category: Tech
Parents slam video sharing sites for inappropriate content
Half of parents in the UK have criticised video sharing platforms, including Snapchat and Youtube, for failing to prevent children from accessing distressing, violent or adult-only content. A survey of 1,500 UK parents, conducted by AgeChecked, found that 58% of parents believe that video sharing sites and apps aren’t doing enough to keep young people safe.…
How To Set Better Goals In Business
Goals are important in business for keeping your and your employees motivated. They can also encourage you to keep improving your business so that you don’t become complacent. However, in order to achieve these results, you need to make sure that you’re setting effective goals. If the boundaries aren’t clear enough or the goals aren’t…
Two thirds of workers missing office, claims survey
More than two-thirds of office workers admitted they have missed their workplace during the pandemic – with their desk, gossip and even meetings among the most longed for things. The study of 2,000 office workers found simply speaking to people face-to-face topped the list of the most missed aspects. Having equipment including printers and multiple…
Top 10 WiFi Etiquette Rules
Sending large files and opening ‘dodgy’ links when connected to someone else’s network both breach the top 10 WiFi etiquette rules, according to new research. A study of 2,000 adults discovered the ‘rules’ everyone should follow, with not using their phone to go online at a dinner table and not changing someone’s password also featuring.…
What are the Safest and Most Trending Trusted Casinos on the Internet?
Playing casino games is a thrilling experience, and although winning is not always the best part, it becomes even better when you manage to land a winning combo and walk away with some money. When it comes to playing at an online casino for real money, there are a few things you should not compromise.…
1 in 5 can’t name inventor of lightbulb
Brits rate electricity, the telephone and vaccinations as the best inventions ever - but many of us cannot name the people who created these life-changing concepts. While the lightbulb, the internet and television are considered to be among the best discoveries, the study of 2,000 adults found that one in five didn't realise Thomas Edison…
Xiaomi introduces £229 5G smartphone to UK
Following Apple's recent 5G announcement, Chinese brand Xiaomi has announced several new 5G Android models for the UK including the Mi 10T Lite (pictured above) for £229. Building on Xiaomi’s existing technology, the Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T feature new photography features. Both the Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T offer a triple camera…
Millions refuse gadgets insurance, preferring to risk it
A study of 2,000 Brits found 16 per cent have refused to take out insurance for a phone as they believed their gadget wouldn’t break, only to later regret it. Millions of adults refused to take out insurance admit they have an ‘it won’t happen to me’ attitude in life – and have been caught…
Staying Connected To Parents And Grandparents During COVID-19
One unforeseen consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the sundering of our relationship with our parents and especially with our grandparents. Lockdowns, social distancing and closed borders have thrown our ability to touch base into chaos. This can have profound effects, especially for our most vulnerable loved ones. Those 65 and older, often living…
4 ways that online gaming is changing
As technology becomes more advanced, the way we play games and interact with one another is evolving.... Technology is changing our lives, from the way we interact with one another via social media to the way we work using online tools and apps. One area that is moving extremely quickly is gaming. Not so long…
Top 7 Tips for Virtual Dating
With Virtual Dating soaring by 36 per cent during lockdown, relationship expert Alix Fox teams up with Virgin Media to create a digital guide for singletons. In this article, she gives her Top 7 tips for digital dating.... 1. Choose your setting While it can be hard to get yourself ready for a date in…