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Here’s what you should do if only one of your AirPods is working
If only one AirPod is producing sound, a charging problem is a likely cause. Cleaning the case and its charging contacts, checking that the case is charged, and charging both earbuds for 30 seconds may resolve the issue. If the problem continues, test the affected earbud on its own and reset the AirPods through the…
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The pros and cons of enabling Wi-Fi calling
Wi-Fi calling (VoWiFi) allows users to make calls and texts over Wi-Fi instead of cellular networks, using encrypted tunnels to route data to carriers’ networks. The feature improves call quality and enables communication in cellular dead zones caused by building materials or weak coverage, whilst remaining seamless to use without additional costs or apps. Wi-Fi…
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USB 3.0 devices can disrupt Wi-Fi on crowded 2.4GHz band
Crowded wireless signals and some USB 3.0 devices can contribute to slow Wi-Fi, so the article suggests checking nearby gadgets before blaming an internet provider. The issue matters because interference can affect connections using the widely shared 2.4GHz band, even when the broadband service itself is working properly. Many wireless peripherals use 2.4GHz, a band…
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Rental car infotainment systems can retain drivers’ personal data
Connecting a phone to a rental car can leave personal information on its infotainment system for the next driver, including contacts, account details and navigation history. This matters because location data may reveal where someone stayed or works, while carmakers or rental firms may also receive data under their privacy policies. Bluetooth pairing may prompt…
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How 3D printer infill affects strength, weight and print time
Infill is the internal structure created inside 3D-printed models using filament printers, designed to support the layers above and provide rigidity without wasting material. Rather than printing solid objects, most FDM/FFF 3D printers use infill patterns that matter significantly for the final product’s strength, weight and print time. Infill density is expressed as a percentage,…
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Android Motion Assist uses moving screen shapes to ease passenger motion sickness
Google has introduced Motion Assist for Android, a feature designed to help passengers use their phones without feeling as motion sick. It uses the phone’s motion sensors to move small shapes at the edges of the screen in response to a vehicle’s movements, aiming to reduce the mismatch between what a passenger sees and feels.…
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Farage questioned over whether he should have declared £5m gift
Nigel Farage has been interviewed by the parliamentary standards commissioner as part of an investigation into whether he should have declared a £5 million gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne. The half-hour interview last month suggests the inquiry may be nearing its conclusion; a finding of a serious breach could lead to sanctions and, if…
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Badenoch vows £13bn disability cuts; Farage inquiry over undeclared gift
Kemi Badenoch pledges £13bn in disability benefit cuts, whilst a parliamentary inquiry concludes Nigel Farage should have disclosed a £5m cryptocurrency gift.
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What are amplifiers for and how important are they to your sound system’s quality?
Amplifiers strengthen audio signals so speakers can reproduce sound clearly, and they can also provide controls for gain and equalisation. They matter to sound systems, but buying a separate amplifier does not automatically improve sound quality: the right choice depends on the speakers and equipment already in place. Many consumer speakers are active and have…
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How has Apple’s Mac Studio changed over the years?
Apple’s Mac Studio has maintained its distinctive 7.7-inch aluminium design through four generations of chips since its 2022 launch, but the internal specifications have transformed dramatically. The design consistency masks substantial performance and capability improvements that reflect Apple’s commitment to professional users, particularly those running local AI models, which reportedly drove the surprise August 2026…