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• Samsung Galaxy S8 image leaked online

  A new image that claims to show the much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy S8 has been posted on the internet. In addition, the specs and launch plans have also been leaked… More »

• Fibre broadband rollout delayed in Wales

  BT has delayed its deployment of superfast broadband to 40,000 homes across parts of Wales, citing issues with gaining access to private land. The provider says it’s faced problems… More »

• England, Scotland and Wales flags to become emoji

  Three new emoji that represent the flags of England, Wales and Scotland have been approved for release. The patriotic icons will be widely available to use later this year. More »

• Sky to launch satellite-free TV service

  Sky has plans to make its premium TV package, Sky Q, available without a satellite dish for the first time, the provider announced yesterday. From 2018, you’ll be able… More »

• Netflix Android app now lets you download shows to microSD card

  Netflix has released an update for its Android app that adds the ability to download shows to microSD cards for offline viewing. More »

• Sky gets exclusive rights to UEFA Nations League England matches

  If you want to watch England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland’s campaigns in the new UEFA Nations League, you’ll need Sky Sports. The subscription service has just announced that… More »

• Norfolk pub first place to get indoor mobile coverage from Vodafone

  Vodafone has announced that the Wortwell Bell Inn in Harleston, Norfolk, is the first place to be connected under the Community Indoor Sure Signal programme. It means that patrons… More »

• BT fibre optic broadband coming to Holderness

  The Yorkshire village of Tunstall, Holderness, is set to get connected to BT’s superfast fibre optic broadband network, thanks to efforts from local residents and businesses. More »

• BBC reveals five new daytime shows for 2017

  If you’re bored of Bargain Hunt or had enough of Homes under the Hammer, then the BBC’s new slate of daytime TV shows should be welcome news. Five new… More »

• Virgin Media to arrive in 4,500 homes in Louth, Lincolnshire

  The latest venture in its Project Lightning expansion will see Virgin Media switch on its network in the Lincolnshire town of Louth. By the end of the year, 4,500… More »

• Samsung says battery faults caused the Galaxy Note 7 to explode

  Samsung thinks it has found the reason why the Galaxy Note 7 smartphone kept exploding. According to the manufacturer, the problem lies with the lithium-ion batteries used in the… More »

• BT to raise prices and charge for BT Sport

  BT’s prices are set to change for its broadband, phone, and TV services, and the provider will begin charging its basic TV customers to watch BT Sport. More »

• Cheshire fibre rollout to reach 6,000 more homes and businesses

  Superfast broadband is coming to more homes and businesses in the county of Cheshire. The Connecting Cheshire project has announced plans to extend the roll-out of fibre to 6,000… More »

• Sky Sports to air Tough Mudder for free

  Sky has announced that it’ll broadcast this year’s World’s Toughest Mudder on its non-subscription channel, Sky Sports Mix. If you’ve got Sky or Virgin Media TV, you’ll be able… More »

• What are the most common TV episode titles?

  Ever noticed that TV shows seem to recycle a lot of episode titles? A bunch of nerds over at TV Tropes have made the ultimate list of ‘stock episode… More »

• BT launches advanced home Wi-Fi system

  BT has revealed the latest weapon in its battle against Wi-Fi dead spots: Whole Home Wi-Fi, an advanced home Wi-Fi system that it says will let wireless signals reach… More »

• Sky Sport to show all England Women’s Six Nations matches

  Sky Sports has announced coverage plans for this year’s women’s Six Nations tournament. All five of England’s matches will be available to watch on the subscription sports service. More »

• Ofcom fines EE £2.7 million for overcharging customers

  After a lengthy investigation, regulator Ofcom has fined EE to the tune of £2,700,000 for overcharging some of its mobile customers. Ofcom says that at least 32,145 users were… More »

• Apple raises UK app prices by 25%

  The price of apps on the iOS App Store are set to shoot up by 25%. The increase is a result of the value of the pound in the… More »

• Most common passwords of 2016 revealed

  Password managing app Keeper has revealed the 25 passwords that were used the most last year - and really, nothing has changed. Top of the list are usual suspects… More »