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You may have seen Pepper the robot in the news. She has been introduced as HSBC Bank’s in-branch greeter and banking assistant. She currently provides bank patrons with information and entertainment, but as her technology improves, she will provide more personalization through features like facial recognition. While the average person may not be greeted at

When browsing through Netflix, you’ve probably comes across the “limited series” description on some shows. This isn’t explained anywhere on Netflix, making it a little confusing. In this article, we explain what “limited series” means on Netflix so you don’t have to wonder about this distinction any more. What Is a Limited Series on Netflix?

If you’ve looked up at the beautiful night sky at any point during 2020, you may have seen some unexpected new additions to the vista. No, I’m not talking about extraterrestrial visitors. Rather, the introduction of hundreds of new low Earth orbit satellites that form part of SpaceX’s Starlink project. So, what is Starlink? When

3D printing looks amazing, but it can be a bit of a mystery to most of us. This week, Christian Cawley chats with Ian Buckley about getting started with 3D printing, and what you need to know about the different between types of 3D printer. Some resources for this week’s show: Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley

If you have spent any time on the internet, you have probably come across the acronym DMCA. Perhaps, you have even had some of your content taken down on a DMCA claim. So, what is DMCA, and what does DMCA stand for? What Is DMCA? DMCA stands for Digital Millennium Copyright Act. As the name

While working in Google Sheets, you may come across large spreadsheets where you have to deal with many duplicate entries. We understand the pain of dealing with duplicates and how difficult it would get if you were to highlight and remove entries one by one. However, with the help of conditional formatting, highlighting and removing

Has your video turned out to be too large? That’s the case with most videos you record these days. Fortunately, you can compress your videos and reduce their file size using a variety of methods. Here we show how to compress a video on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android. How to Compress a Video on

Pharming is a type of cyber attack that involves redirecting web traffic from a legitimate site to a bogus site. The latter is designed to look like the legitimate site so users will be duped into logging in and typing their details. These details are then harvested by “pharmers” and used for illegal activities. Like

Whether you’re planning to buy online for a special event, you’re inspired to buy by Black Friday, or have a bit of spare cash to spend, buying with confidence is vital. Christian Cawley and James Frew discuss how to buy confidently, check online reviews and discern which ones are honest and which are paid for,

If the terms “IP address” and “MAC address” send your head into a spin, don’t worry; they’re relatively easy terms to understand. In fact, it’s not too unlike the postal service that you’re already used to! Let’s explore the difference between a MAC address and an IP address and what each does. What Is an

For years, gaming has been labelled as a pastime everyone can enjoy, regardless of ability. But that hasn’t always held true. Visual, motor, and hearing impairments can all affect the enjoyment of gaming, or even the opportunity to join in at all. Sometimes unreadable text can create barriers. Sometimes the difficulty level is the problem.

If you’ve ever looked into your webcam lens and wondered if a hacker is looking back, it’s more likely than you may think. Cybercriminals have multiple tools in their arsenal they can use to hack into your webcams. Here are three ways of viewing a webcam without your knowledge, and simple ways you can protect yourself. How Easy

Microsoft regularly releases free product keys for the various editions of Windows. Also known as generic product keys or default keys, it is not immediately apparent what they are for or why you should use them. Will they give you a free copy of Windows? Are the available to use on any machine? And why

Quick Links Wireless printing is an extremely convenient feature of modern printers, but it doesn’t always run smoothly. Are you having problems connecting to your wireless printer? Perhaps you’re looking for a way to make a cabled printer accessible wirelessly? Here’s everything you need to connect your printer to Wi-Fi and start printing on Windows

In this week’s podcast we look at the various ways you can play the best games for as little money as possible on any platform. Here are the links you need to learn more about this week’s show topics Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and

In a world where your online identity links to you directly, the prospect of perfect replication is worrying. But that’s exactly what we face with the advent of deepfake technology. As the technology becomes cheaper and easier to use, what are the dangers of deepfakes? Furthermore, how can you spot a deepfake versus the real

Do you see an error that says DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN while trying to access a website? This error is actually related to your DNS settings, and you can fix it by changing a few DNS options here and there on your computer. This error usually appears when your browser can’t resolve the DNS for a domain name.

The CPU markets are hotter than ever before. AMD and Intel are duking it out for supremacy, vying for the attention of regular users and gamers alike. The result? A golden era for PC gamers, with the two major CPU manufacturers pushing development further, moving boundaries faster, and best of all, keeping prices accessible. So,

Summary List View All If you’re serious about maintaining an exercise regime, you need to turn to technology for a bit of help. One of the best devices you can buy for yourself is a running watch. So, whether you’re a long-term fitness fanatic or someone who’s just turned over a new leaf, keep reading.

PS Now is a subscription service offered by Sony. It costs $9.99 per month to stream and download a huge library of classic and indie PlayStation games. Most people access the service via their PlayStation, but it can also be accessed via PC. With just a few simple processes, you can access and use PlayStation

You want to change networks, but your new SIM card won’t work in your phone. Baffled, you call your new carrier, only to learn that your smartphone is locked to the first network, and there’s not much you can do about it. Of course, this isn’t strictly true. If you’re using an Android device, there’s always

When you’re browsing the web, you’re using URLs all the time. Whether you follow a link, click on a bookmark, or type a website address into your browser, there’s a URL at the core of the operation. But what is a URL—and how do you edit one? What Does That Acronym Mean? First, you’re right

One of the biggest additions in iOS 14 has to be the built-in translation app, which Apple simply calls Translate. While Siri did have the ability to offer translations, the results were nowhere near as good as a dedicated translation app such as Google Translate. However, that changes with Apple’s new Translate app, that offers

Slow Wi-Fi can be very annoying especially if you’re studying or working from home. Slow internet speed can ruin your day whether you need to upload work-related files on the cloud or even if you need to stream your favourite show on Netflix. Thankfully slow Wi-Fi is a problem you can fix. In most cases

If your workflow involves storing sensitive information on Microsoft Word or other Office apps, you might want to consider password protecting your documents. For instance, you might have to store a Word document containing sensitive information in a public folder for others to easily access. In this case, you probably should encrypt the file and

Reposting a story on Instagram lets you share other peoples’ posts as your own. You can do this for photos and videos in which you’ve been mentioned or not, and in this article we are going to give you two methods that let you do so. Besides telling you how to repost an Instagram story,

For most of us, the microphones built into our smartphones, laptops, and cameras are often enough to get by. However, if you’re looking to record high-quality audio, you may want to consider investing in a separate microphone. Once you’ve decided to upgrade, you have a choice to make between a dynamic microphone or a condenser

For some, mouse pads are a relic of the past. For others, mouse pads are a vital computer accessory. Are mouse pads necessary? Do they provide any benefit? We’re going to explore the advantages of having a mouse pad, along with why you might decide to forgo one entirely. 1. Mouse Pads Are More Comfortable

Nvidia is one of two trusted names in graphics card development. You either have an Nvidia GPU, or you opt for an AMD GPU. Depending on who you ask, Nvidia is always slightly ahead of AMD when it comes to GPUs. Faster, bigger, stronger, more innovative. Now, Nvidia is hammering home that advantage with the

Since you first installed your Wi-Fi network, you’ve probably connected various devices and even allowed visitors to access your network. As a result, the list of attached computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and smart home equipment is likely quite long. However, if you aren’t already, you should be regularly checking the devices connected to your network.