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An increasing number of laptops are being lost by UK government departments, a Freedom of Information (FoI) request has revealed. USB drive supplier Apricorn submitted FoI requests to five government departments, asking about the security of devices held by employees. Three of the five departments responded and the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) had the
Technology moves at a million miles an hour. It seems like only yesterday that 4G was the ‘hot new thing’. Fast forward to today and the fifth generation of mobile networks, 5G, is the topic on everyone’s lips. The impact of 5G can’t be overstated: it will increase the speed at which we send and
The average age for a child to have a smartphone today is just 11 years, reports Mashable. According to research by Common Sense Media, 53% of kids have their own smartphones by the age of 11. By the age of 12, more than 69% of children have one. These findings were taken from a national
After months of rumours, it’s finally here: the very latest smartphone from Google. Pixel 4 launched in the UK in October to excited gadget fans and tech heads alike. So what’s new, and is it worth you ditching your Samsung or iPhone and taking a punt on a Pixel 4? Read on to find out
Logic might suggest typing on a computer keyboard is much faster than typing on a mobile phone screen. However, reports the Guardian, research has shown that people can now type nearly as fast on a screen as they can on a keyboard. Researchers discovered that people who typed text messages using just one finger managed
Do you know your Huawei from your iPhone? Are you familiar with the best upcoming phones yet to be released from the biggest brands in the phone world? Could you tell the difference between the new Pixel 4 and the OnePlus 7T? If not, don’t panic! We’re here to help you discover the latest phones
In an effort to improve connectivity between users, Instagram has launched a shiny new companion app: Threads. Rivalling Snapchat, the messaging platform will allow for more intimate communications between Instagram users, The Verge reports, only allowing content to be shared with those on one’s “close friends” list. Threads has three main functions: a camera
More than a third of parents have admitted they are competing with gadgets when it comes to getting their child’s attention. According to a new survey, 37% of parents said they have to “fight for their attention” and struggle to detach children from watching videos, playing games and using social media. Another third (36%)
How do you decide which laptop to buy? With so much choice there's a lot to think about, including specs, price and brand. Luckily, help is at hand. The annual Laptop Mag 'Best Laptop Brands' report is designed to make choosing a laptop easier. Ranking all major laptop makers on a range of criteria, the
Apple is a giant in its industry. From its smartphones and tablets, to laptops and smart watches, its devices always feature high up on ‘top tech’ lists – and often, right at the top. You could even go so far as to say the tech giant has a cult following. Meet an iPhone owner
