Computeractive

Computeractive is the UK’s best-selling computer magazine and your friendly guide to PCs, gadgets and the web! It includes regular news updates, project ideas, help and advice on popular reader queries, articles on anti-virus software, features on consumer rights, and a whole lot more to help you get the very best out of your computer. Get PC advice in plain English today – get Computeractive!

Computeractive

From the Editor

Turn off Bing’s web results in Windows Search

Fly Google’s new online flight simulator

Microsoft’s AI boss says ‘white-collar jobs’ are safe

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Met Police sharing data with Apple to prevent phone thefts

Watch HBO Max on Manhattan Aero TV box

Dangerous phone chargers still sold on Amazon and eBay

Broadband is only bill cheaper than in 2016

Will the copper switch-off be delayed again? • It’s due to be deactivated in months, but nearly two million still use it

Protect your tech • Scams and threats to avoid, plus new security tools

New tools • Disguise more email addresses with Firefox Relay

ScamWatch • Readers warn readers

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Honor refunds reader after mix-up over tablet offer

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Aomei sent me new lifetime licences for Backupper

Grow Your Family Tree • If your ancestors lived in the Irish Free State one hundred years ago, follow Richard Holt’s advice to…

Best Free Software • Robert Irvine recommends new programs that won’t cost you a thing

SHOULD I PAY FOR…? • Choose the right version of software

What should I download? • We advise you which software and apps to use

Named & Shamed • Keumars Afifi-Sabet puts the boot into tech villains, jargon-spouting companies and software trying to trick you

WHAT ARE THEY TALKING ABOUT?

SMS blaster Di Li

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Gen 11 • £1,045 from Lenovo www.snipca.com/59356

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion • £330 from Motorola www.snipca.com/59367

Chuwi AuBox X 256V • £623 from Chuwi www.snipca.com/59469

Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ • £70 from Amazon www.snipca.com/59425

Smartwatches

Aqara Smart Radiator Thermostat W600 • £50 from Amazon www.snipca.com/59381

Which is the best router for my ADSL connection?

Google Fitbit Air • £85 from Google www.snipca.com/59400

Logitech Signature Comfort Plus M850 L • £50 from Amazon www.snipca.com/59401

Roberts Stream 219 • £150 from John Lewis www.snipca.com/59479

A retro flip phone?

On Sale Weds 15 July

Buy It • Our pick of products that have won the Buy It award

HOW TO… Use an old phone for offline satnav directions

Use Gmail within Proton Mail

Readers’ Tips • Handy hints and tips from your fellow readers

Browser Tips • Secret settings and the best extensions

AI Tips • Clever new tools and tweaks

Phone and Tablet Tips • Brilliant things to do on your device

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every version

Make Office Better • Top tips for the best office programs

In The Club • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Fox buying Roku • The popular streaming firm joins the Murdoch broadcasting empire

Why You Must SWITCH YOUR VPN • Your current VPN may not be the right one for your specific needs. Robert Irvine reveals the best services for streaming, privacy, security, speed and more

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