Posted by September 22nd 2022
What is an eSIM? Simply put, an eSIM is an electronic SIM card. Unlike a physical card, which stores your cell phone user data on a microchip, eSIMs use software to store the information. eSIMs are rewriteable, …
Posted by June 15th 2023
Video streaming has changed the way we consume media. No longer do we sit around the family TV set, same time each week, and eagerly consume the latest episode of our favourite show. Instead, we …
Posted by September 13th 2022
Your shiny new smartphone may be sporting all the latest software features, but for how long can you expect security updates and support? In short: it depends. As soon as you take possession of your …
Posted by June 15th 2023
Streaming has changed how we consume media. For both the good and bad. Where once artists had to sign big-name record deals, they can now easily upload it themselves and gain viral success. Of course, …
Posted by September 9th 2022
Author: Tara Donnelly The wait is over: Apple has finally unveiled its 2022 flagship iPhone series. The iPhone 14 range includes better battery, industry-leading performance, upgraded cameras and the newest iOS 16 operating system, alongside essentials …
Posted by August 31st 2022
Author: Tom Fleming As so much hinges on having fast internet, losing that connection to the world can be incredibly frustrating. The intricacies of the World Wide Web, and how it is accessed, can be tricky …
Posted by August 30th 2022
BeReal is having a moment. A year ago, it had a few thousand daily users. Today, it has about 10 million… And of the 40 million or so downloads it's had, about 40 million of …
Posted by June 15th 2023
If you're shopping for a new tablet, there's a strong likelihood it will come down to a choice of two: Android or iPad. Of course, along with weighing up the various hardware specs on offer, …
Posted by December 12th 2023
Finding a good internet speed isn't necessarily as straightforward as it sounds. For example, if you're on an old-school ADSL connection, and are pushing 10Mbps, that's pretty good. Well, for ADSL at least… In 2022, 300Mbps …
Posted by June 15th 2023
Chromecast with Google TV has finally landed locally! Google's latest streaming device builds on the progress of its predecessors, providing a better experience, with more options than ever. And with the inclusion of Google's new …
Posted by August 2nd 2022
The days of desperately plunging your iPhone into a bag of rice after accidentally dropping it into water are increasingly behind us. Thankfully, most devices coming to market now sport some level of waterproof IP …
Posted by June 15th 2023
If you're on the hunt for a new Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) plan, it could also be a good time to weigh up your router options. Internet service providers often package routers with their plans. However, …
Posted by June 15th 2023
TikTok is an absolute phenomenon. Even in the face of a total ban in India, and previous calls to ban it in the US over privacy and security concerns, it racks up over a billion …
Posted by June 15th 2023
The rise of social media and our increasingly large online footprints have made it easier than ever to share our lives with friends, family and the world. But as a consequence, our personal information is …
Posted by July 15th 2022
Public wi-fi is a godsend for those tight on data. It keeps us somewhat entertained when our flight is delayed, and it provides a change of scenery for those looking to study at a coffee …
Posted by July 12th 2022
There's long been a good deal of hype around 5G mobile broadband's potential. A significantly enhanced network capacity, lower latency and, of course, super-fast download speeds. What's not to love? At the same time, 5G-capable …
Posted by June 15th 2023
What is Xbox Game Pass? Xbox Game Pass is a monthly subscription service. Depending on the level of membership you select, it offers benefits such as online multiplayer, free monthly games, exclusive benefits and discounts. Plus …
Posted by June 15th 2023
Internet speeds have come a long way in recent years. Fibre-to-the-home is now the go-to for most of us. And, in recent times, it's kicked it up a notch with UFB plans galore. However, it …
Posted by June 30th 2022
Smartwatches have been around for a while now. Early Fitbit models dropped way back in 2009, and the first Apple Watch back in 2015. But for many, they've long felt like an unnecessary device. Basic …
Posted by June 15th 2023
Searching for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) online gives you thousands of options, each claiming that it can give you the latest and greatest in terms of security and privacy. But with so many to choose …