Recent content by dencal


  1. Just how unsafe is it to use mobile phones that no longer get updates?

    Google Play Store works on the same principle as Apple, all are vetted before entry and all apps are routinely checked whilst in the store. I think being such a large enterprise they can rely on expertise at malware protection, and keeping their good safety record.
  2. Just how unsafe is it to use mobile phones that no longer get updates?

    Google Playstore should be forced to take a more major role in ensuring apps do not have malware. They already do, All apps are checked before admittance into Play Store.
  3. Good Amazon Prime deal on New Samsung F25 FE for UK users.

    As they are not android though, do they use Google playstore - that would be a showstopper for many? Yes the latest Android 15 with Xiaomi HyperOS, and yes they have Google Play Store.
  4. Good Amazon Prime deal on New Samsung F25 FE for UK users.

    On sale at Xaomi.UK. £199. These models do have e-sims as well as dual nano-sim. Who would have believed 50 years ago people would pay over a £1000 for a phone. Apple, Samsung and Google have been ripping people off with inferior specs for years and making fortunes to the detriment of their...
  5. Good Amazon Prime deal on New Samsung F25 FE for UK users.

    Xiaomi POCO X7 Pro smartphone, 12+512GB, black, 50MP main camera with OIS, 6000mAh (typ) battery with 90W HyperCharge, IP68, AI features
  6. I HATE BANKS -- now even more

    Hi Jimbo In the UK we have the Telephone Preference Service which if notified will block them from both home and mobile phones. Failure by these Companies to do so could have them fined up to £500,000. On your mobile you can check if the number is bona fide, if not BLOCK IT.
  7. Good Amazon Prime deal on New Samsung F25 FE for UK users.

    You have to be a Samsung addict to consider buying this, when you can purchase a far higher spec smartphone for half the price. Offering extras as an incentive shows how desperate they are to get rid of stock.
  8. Security question re car key fobs that can be scanned

    Not only are high value vehicles stolen by electronic signals, others are hijacked to order for spare parts. You underestimate how many vehicles are stolen by scanner thieves.
  9. What is the stupidest thing you have ever done to your computer?

    Uninstalled the Bios....no excuses whatsoever....
  10. Privacy and Security Enable or Disable Core Isolation Memory Integrity in Windows 11

    Somewhat surprised that my Surface Pro11 came with Core Isolation turned OFF. Thought the fact that it came installed with the Snapdragon Elite chip it should be ON.. Was concerned that your instructions using Registry might not work not being an INTEL chip But all appeared as instructed, Code...
  11. Hi folks --medical condition so won't post for a few days but thanks to all here

    Best Wishes Jimbo for a speedy recovery.
  12. RIP Denis Law

    Being a Man United fan was lucky enough to see the Law man several times. If my memory serves me well, well I am eighty eight.... Denis at that time was playing for Manchester City in an FA Cup match at Luton, I left work at Midday to watch the Game. On the way I stopped at a petrol station to...
  13. Historic Photos

    Very interesting, Thanks for sharing.
  14. What phones does everyone use?

    50GB Data + All Calls and Texts £7 per Month. Below pictures of using Case as stand.
  15. Solved Lock Taskbar

    if you have the icons centered, they shift left as you open more apps/programs. if you set it to left aligned it will not shift icons.(y)Many Thanks:-)
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