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UK Apple users could be owed compensation as Which? launches £3bn iCloud claim

UK Apple users could be owed compensation as Which? launches £3bn iCloud claim

Optimise your retail business operations

Optimise your retail business operations

PE - helping businesses to achieve long-term success whilst reducing costs

Brett Ellis is not a fan of the security features used to access online content

Brett Ellis is not a fan of the security features used to access online content

The security features that fail to fill the gap

Vodafone and Three UK say they disagree with the competition regulator’s concerns and that the merger should be approved

Vodafone and Three UK say they disagree with the competition regulator’s concerns and that the merger should be approved

Millions could face higher bills after Vodafone and Three merger, watchdog warns

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Area's Sky broadband outage repairs being given 'the highest priority'

Sometimes it is quicker to go 'old school' and use a knife in the kitchen instead. Image: Pixabay

Sometimes it is quicker to go 'old school' and use a knife in the kitchen instead. Image: Pixabay

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Another gadget destined for the under the kettle cupboard graveyard

GPs in England are still dealing with a backlog from the global IT outage on Friday, July 19

GPs in England are still dealing with a backlog from the global IT outage on Friday, July 19

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GPs warn there is still 'considerable backlog' to get through after IT outage

Airport and train lines affected by global IT outage - live updates

Airport and train lines affected by global IT outage - live updates

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‘Chaos’ at Luton airport as GPs and trains hit by IT outage - recap

Microsoft users in the UK and around the world are being affected by an outage

Microsoft users in the UK and around the world are being affected by an outage

Global Microsoft outage affects banks and causes airlines to ground flights

Vanash Patel and his robotics team have been using the robots to help with getting patients home sooner

Vanash Patel and his robotics team have been using the robots to help with getting patients home sooner

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Watford General Hospital leading the way with robotics technology

The two Watford Grammar School for Boys teams heading to Dallas

The two Watford Grammar School for Boys teams heading to Dallas

Schoolkids eyeing glory at World Robotics Championships in US

Scrolling on TikTok, posting on BeReal and liking their friends' Instagram posts, how much screen time is too much?

Scrolling on TikTok, posting on BeReal and liking their friends' Instagram posts, how much screen time is too much?

How many hours a day is a healthy screen time for kids? An expert answers

Passengers waiting to get through airport security. Image: PA

Passengers waiting to get through airport security. Image: PA

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The opposite ends of the security spectrum

The Association of School and College Leaders said it did not expect the new mobile phone ban to have any impact in schools.

The Association of School and College Leaders said it did not expect the new mobile phone ban to have any impact in schools.

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Mobile phone ban for English schools moves step closer

LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards

LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards

LOCALiQ UK crowned Europe’s Rising Star of the Year at Microsoft Partner Awards

Electric heaters being sold for as low as £7.20 on TikTok and Temu pose an explosion and fire hazard.

Electric heaters being sold for as low as £7.20 on TikTok and Temu pose an explosion and fire hazard.

Explosion and fire warning over cheap heaters being sold on TikTok and Temu

No more buffering and no more waiting, just seamless internet at the speed of light; LITerally.

No more buffering and no more waiting, just seamless internet at the speed of light; LITerally.

Homes and interiors

Don’t suffer the buffer! Watford residents benefit from broadband boost for less

Our columnist is tempted to start a campaign to bring back the CB radio

Our columnist is tempted to start a campaign to bring back the CB radio

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Bring back the CB radio

This unidentified object was seen flying above Watford earlier this week.

This unidentified object was seen flying above Watford earlier this week.

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WATCH: Unidentified object seen flying over Watford

ARRES PREVENT filling a test crack.

ARRES PREVENT filling a test crack.

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Herts road to be first real-life test for AI pothole robot

A consultation on teenage social media use is currently planned for next year

A consultation on teenage social media use is currently planned for next year

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Government considering ban on under-16s using social media without permission

Morriston Close in South Oxhey has the slowest broadband in the country, according to Broadband Genie.

Morriston Close in South Oxhey has the slowest broadband in the country, according to Broadband Genie.

Local road 'has slowest broadband in UK', study finds

Brett Ellis said being phoneless for a week was a 'revelation'

Brett Ellis said being phoneless for a week was a 'revelation'

Being phoneless was a 'refreshing reset'

The Acer Vero range is a great choice for anyone looking for a laptop that is also powerful and versatile enough to meet all your back-to-school needs.

The Acer Vero range is a great choice for anyone looking for a laptop that is also powerful and versatile enough to meet all your back-to-school needs.

Looking for a back-to-school laptop with something extra? Try the Acer Vero

Making it easy to create beautiful content

Making it easy to create beautiful content

Dream bigger: New features and free AI tools empower you to create stunning designs

See what Chat GPT came up with when asked to write a groom's wedding speech.

See what Chat GPT came up with when asked to write a groom's wedding speech.

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I asked Chat GPT to write my wedding speech (but don't tell my wife-to-be)

Virgin Media customers have reported issues with their emails this morning.

Virgin Media customers have reported issues with their emails this morning.

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Users report Virgin Media email problems as they can't sign in

Brett Ellis has shown the dangers of AI.

Brett Ellis has shown the dangers of AI.

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Demonstrating the dangers of AI

AI cameras will be installed as part of a national highways trail.

AI cameras will be installed as part of a national highways trail.

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New high-tech AI cameras to catch littering drivers

Sky issues warning to customers over QR code scam and fake phone calls and emails (PA/Canva)

Sky issues warning to customers over QR code scam and fake phone calls and emails (PA/Canva)

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Sky issues urgent warning to its TV customers amid vicious new scam

Is Virgin Media down?

Is Virgin Media down?

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Is Virgin Media down? Users report problems with broadband

Risks include fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to your mobile or other property in your house

Risks include fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to your mobile or other property in your house

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Millions of iPhone users issued warning over fire risk

Cyber security experts found phishing scams targeting Gmail and Outlook users had increased 240 per cent

Cyber security experts found phishing scams targeting Gmail and Outlook users had increased 240 per cent

Red alert warning to anyone who uses Gmail or Outlook

Planning and development

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20-metre mast near Sun Clock Tower approved to boost 5G coverage

Damage caused in Langley Road which is affecting broadband

Damage caused in Langley Road which is affecting broadband

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BMW smashes into broadband box leaving residents without internet

Outside Cassiobury Park Tennis Club, the proposed location for the 5G pole

Outside Cassiobury Park Tennis Club, the proposed location for the 5G pole

Local government

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Plans put forward for 20-metre 5G pole in Watford

A VoloCity parked next to a test facility in Paris. Could we see similar aircraft at Elstree Aerodrome in the coming years?

A VoloCity parked next to a test facility in Paris. Could we see similar aircraft at Elstree Aerodrome in the coming years?

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Aerodrome near Watford could be used as a base for 'flying taxis'

A 5G phone mast will be installed on the grass (pictured on the right) in Little Bushey Lane, Bushey Heath.

A 5G phone mast will be installed on the grass (pictured on the right) in Little Bushey Lane, Bushey Heath.

5G phone mast given green light at second attempt

When do the clocks go back UK? Do we gain an hour in October?

When do the clocks go back UK? Do we gain an hour in October?

When do the clocks go back? Exact time the clocks will change this weekend

A 5G mast is proposed to be built on/near the grassy area pictured at the junction of High Street and Bournehall Road in Bushey. Image: Google Street View

A 5G mast is proposed to be built on/near the grassy area pictured at the junction of High Street and Bournehall Road in Bushey. Image: Google Street View

Plan for 5G phone mast rejected for 'being too tall'

Hertsmere Borough Council offices in Borehamwood

Hertsmere Borough Council offices in Borehamwood

Council issues statement after 'major' outage leaves residents cut off

The Sidemen Charity Match 2022 raised more than £1 million to be split across four charities.

The Sidemen Charity Match 2022 raised more than £1 million to be split across four charities.

Watford YouTuber KSI 'so proud' as star-studded charity match thriller raises £1m

left to right: Dr Kevin Barrett, Dr Jane Halpin, Dr Mike van der Watt, Sir David Sloman, Dr Niall Keenan, and Jessica Peplow. Image: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

left to right: Dr Kevin Barrett, Dr Jane Halpin, Dr Mike van der Watt, Sir David Sloman, Dr Niall Keenan, and Jessica Peplow. Image: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Hospital's 'virtual' model that has treated thousands praised by NHS chief

Cable thieves cause 'unacceptable' disruption to phone and broadband

Cable thieves cause 'unacceptable' disruption to phone and broadband

Internet and phones cut off as cable thieves steal almost a mile of phone line

BT workers striking outside the BT depot in Orphanage Road in Watford. Image: Twitter/@Fllwthebear

BT workers striking outside the BT depot in Orphanage Road in Watford. Image: Twitter/@Fllwthebear

BT and Openreach staff in Watford striking over pay

The communications tower is set to be built roughly where the circle is near Bucks Hill Farm in Three Rivers district. Image: Google Maps

The communications tower is set to be built roughly where the circle is near Bucks Hill Farm in Three Rivers district. Image: Google Maps

Phone mast approved after emergency connectivity overrides green belt concerns

A 'sinkhole' has opened up outside Watford General Hospital. Picture: Google Street View/Jackie Ringland

A 'sinkhole' has opened up outside Watford General Hospital. Picture: Google Street View/Jackie Ringland

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'Sinkhole' opens up outside Watford General Hospital - recap

Virtual hospital team. Picture: South and West Hertfordshire Health and Care Partnership

Virtual hospital team. Picture: South and West Hertfordshire Health and Care Partnership

Hertfordshire NHS trust's 'virtual hospital' tech shortlisted for award

Watford Lib Dems campaigning outside Watford Junction

Watford Lib Dems campaigning outside Watford Junction

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Petition launched to save 'important' Watford Junction ticket office

Ticket offices future uncertain as rail company consider 'migration to digital'

Ticket offices future uncertain as rail company consider 'migration to digital'

Jobs and careers

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Future of train ticket offices in doubt as consultation looms

Picture of M25: Traffic England

Picture of M25: Traffic England

Heavy delays on M25 after crash - recap

Elton John Picture: PA, Inset: Ticketmaster email Picture: Peter Morgan

Elton John Picture: PA, Inset: Ticketmaster email Picture: Peter Morgan

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Elton John concert tickets warning after last-minute change

Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday June 30 (PA/Canva)

Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday June 30 (PA/Canva)

Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday June 30

(Background) A woman cooking. (Canva)
(Circle) TikTok open on a phone. (PA)

(Background) A woman cooking. (Canva)
(Circle) TikTok open on a phone. (PA)

TikTok's most popular recipes of 2022 revealed and how good they are for you