Apple is set to launch three new accessibility functions to enable greater usability for people with disabilities. The Assistive Access, Personal Voice and Point and Speak functions will be operational later this year, the company announced earlier this week. Other features to help deaf or hard-of-hearing users and those with low vision across Apple products […]
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Google unveils Pixel 7 smartphone range and new smartwatch
Google has unveiled its new Pixel 7 range of flagship smartphones promising better cameras, performance and battery life for users, alongside its first Pixel Watch. The technology giant said the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro were more efficient and powerful thanks to the second generation Tensor G2 processor – Google’s own-made chip, which it […]
USB-C to be mandatory phone charging cable in the EU from 2024
Small electronic devices sold in the EU will be required to use the same charging cable by 2024 after the European Parliament voted for the use of a common charging solution. By the end of 2024, all mobile phones, tablets, cameras and other small or medium-sized electronic devices sold in the EU will need to […]
Samsung announces Galaxy Z Fold4 and Flip4 in push to make foldables mainstream
Samsung has unveiled a new generation of foldable smartphones as the tech giant continues its push to bring flexible-screen devices to the mainstream. The company used its Unpacked virtual event to announce the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4. The Fold is a traditional-sized smartphone which opens horizontally, like a book, to reveal a […]
UK tech firm Nothing unveils its smartphone to rival Apple and Samsung
UK-based tech start-up Nothing has unveiled its first smartphone, which the company says “marks the start of change in a stagnant industry” as it looks to challenge Apple and Samsung. The Nothing Phone (1) will go on sale on July 21 in the UK, starting at £399, exclusively on the O2 network. The phone runs […]
Apple announces new security tool to combat spyware attacks
Apple is to introduce a new security tool to protect people who are personally and specifically targeted by powerful spyware. A new Lockdown Mode tool will be rolled out in the autumn as part of software updates for the iPhone, iPad and Mac computers which will enable users to drastically limit some features in order […]
Google reveals plans to bring Privacy Sandbox to Android
Google has announced plans to bring its Privacy Sandbox to the Android mobile operating system as part of efforts it says will improve user privacy. The technology giant said it is beginning a “multi-year initiative” to introduce the new system and will change the way advertisers can track users across different apps on mobile. Google’s […]
Hailo Offering 50% Discount for “Off peak” Fares Today Only
Hailo Ireland is running a special promotion today December 11 2016. The promotion is aimed at shoppers and will give 50% off rides that cost €10 or more to a maximum discount of €10. Using the code SUNDAYSHOPPER Hailo users nationwide will save 50% off fares between 10am and 5pm today. If you’re not sure […]
New National Lottery App Lets Users Play Anywhere
The National Lottery App now allows players to play and win anywhere with Lotto, EuroMillions, Daily Million and Instant Win games. The updated app was launched yesterday on the iPhone App Store, giving players the chance to become a winner wherever they are with a few simple taps. The company plans to add the new features to the Android […]
Google Calendar Drops SMS Alerts
Google has announced that it will be discontinuing its free SMS alert service for Google Calendar from June 27th. The company cites the growth in smartphone usage and improvements in technology as reasons for killing off the service: Starting on 27 June 2015, SMS notifications from Google Calendar will no longer be sent. SMS notifications […]