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Warning over scam energy bill support messages
People are being warned to look out for fake emails and texts claiming to offer discounts on energy bills. A number of different scams have been circulating, including some that appear to be from the energy regulator Ofgem. The government has announced that a £400 energy bill discount will be available to all households. But this will be automatic and people should not give away personal detail ... Read more
2022-09-20 20:21:29
With iOS 16 You Can Customize Your iPhone Lock Screen, but Which Widgets Should You Add?
Take a look at all the available widgets to personalize your iPhone. Apple's latest mobile software update -- iOS 16 -- has been live on iPhones for a week now, and developers have wasted no time updating their apps to include support for the new widgets on iPhone's customizable lock screen. With the new iPhone lock screen, you can tweak the background, change colors and fonts and add new widget ... Read more
2022-09-19 20:37:11
How to Take iOS 16's Most Annoying Features Off Your iPhone
Some of the new iOS features aren't so popular. iOS 16, the latest iPhone software update from Apple, has been out for a week now, and users are starting to figure out their most and least favorite new features. Unsending or editing text messages? Thumbs up. Easily removing people or objects from photos? Sure thing. But iPhone users are much less certain about the new search button on the home sc ... Read more
2022-09-19 20:36:25
Apple Confirms iPhone 14 Pro Camera Shake Issue, Says Fix Coming Next Week
Camera shake could be affecting some users with third-party apps like Snapchat and TikTok. Apple says an iPhone 14 Pro software update is coming for a camera shake issue that looks to be happening when using certain third-party apps, such as Snapchat and TikTok. "We're aware of the issue and a fix will be released next week," an Apple spokesperson told CNET in an emailed statement. T ... Read more
2022-09-19 20:35:34
Maybe Don't Update Your iPhone to iOS 16 Yet. Here's Why
If you have not downloaded iOS 16, there are a few reasons why you may want to wait. It's always exciting to update your iPhone to explore all the new features, especially with iOS 16. You've got lock screen customization (with widgets), the ability to unsend and edit text messages, improved privacy and security features and so much more. And that should be enough to get you to update to the la ... Read more
2022-09-19 20:34:59
Grand Theft Auto VI footage leaked after hack, developer Rockstar confirms
More than 90 videos and images from the next edition of the Grant Theft Auto franchise have been leaked online by a hacker, the game's developers say. The leaked content was posted on Sunday after what is being described as one of gaming's biggest security breaches. Rockstar Games said it remained unclear how the "network intrusion" occurred, but confirmed "early development foota ... Read more
2022-09-19 20:32:33
iOS 16 Cheat Sheet: Your Complete Guide to the iPhone Update
CNET answers all your iOS 16 questions, from compatibility to best features. Apple released iOS 16 less than a week after its "Far Out" event, where the company announced the next line of iPhones, Apple Watches -- including the Apple Watch Ultra -- and the AirPods Pro. We put together this cheat sheet to help you learn about iOS 16 and how to use the new features it brings to your iPhon ... Read more
2022-09-18 20:13:24
Skip the iOS 16 FOMO: Download the iPhone Update Today
Here's how to install Apple's newest update, if you haven't already. Apple's iOS 16 is here, and there's a collection of cool new features to try out. There are a few annoying features, too, but you can always disable those. The latest mobile software update includes the ability to unsend and edit text messages, a customizable lock screen, an intelligent cropping feature for photos and the batter ... Read more
2022-09-18 20:12:56
IHG hack: 'Vindictive' couple deleted hotel chain data for fun
Hackers have told the BBC they carried out a destructive cyber-attack against Holiday Inn owner Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) "for fun". Describing themselves as a couple from Vietnam, they say they first tried a ransomware attack, then deleted large amounts of data when they were foiled. They accessed the FTSE 100 firm's databases thanks to an easily found and weak password, Qwe ... Read more
2022-09-18 20:10:55
Should You Upgrade to the iPhone 14? How It Compares to Older iPhones
Apple's new iPhone 14 lineup is now on sale, except for the iPhone 14 Plus, which arrives Oct. 7. With a new generation here, you might be wondering if it's time to upgrade. The answer largely depends on which phone you currently have. If you have a recent model like the iPhone 13 or 12, you can afford to wait. If your phone is older though, it's worth figuring out how much you'll gain by jumping ... Read more
2022-09-17 00:22:02