Tin Can Phone Offers Screen-Free Childhood for £74
The Tin Can phone, a screen-free device for kids, costs £74 and is gaining popularity among parents seeking a safe alternative to smartphones.
Category : Telecoms
Telstra Outage Initially Blamed on Cyber Attack Was DNS Issue
Telstra outage in eastern Australia initially blamed on cyber attack was actually a DNS issue; no data compromised.
Papua New Guinea Faces Internet Crisis After Starlink Shutdown
Papua New Guinea faces internet crisis after Starlink shutdown ordered by government, affecting businesses, health workers, and communities.
Virgin Media Customers Face Intermittent Internet Outages
Virgin Media customers faced intermittent internet outages on Monday evening, affecting millions across UK cities. The company says it was not due to lockdown demand.
EE Fined £1m by Ofcom for Poor Complaints Handling
EE fined £1m by Ofcom for failing to inform customers about their right to escalate complaints to an independent body between 2011 and 2014.
Vodafone CEO Faces Tense AGM Over Franchisee Legal Action
Vodafone CEO Margherita Della Valle challenged at AGM by ex-franchisee over £120m legal action; chair defends her.
Landline Renaissance? The Lost Art of Phone Calls in a Smartphone Age
Paul Daley reflects on the changing art of phone calls as landlines see a potential renaissance, contrasting family-centred calls with today's smartphone privacy.
Thousands of EE and BT Customers Hit by Mobile Network Outage
Thousands of EE and BT customers across the UK face mobile network outage, affecting calls on mobiles and landlines; emergency 999 calls still work.
Vodafone-Three Merger Faces CMA Competition Probe
CMA to investigate Vodafone-Three merger over competition concerns; firms pledge £11bn investment and 5G rollout.
Afghanistan in Communications Blackout as Taliban Cut Fibre-Optic Network
Taliban cuts fibre-optic network, causing nationwide communications blackout for second day, affecting millions.
UK Government Tests National Emergency Alert System as Storm Goretti Hits
UK government tests emergency alert system as Storm Goretti brings 100mph winds and red warnings to South West.
BT Boss Says UK Broadband Costs 10 Times European Average
BT CEO Allison Kirkby says UK telecoms face 10 times more government-inflicted costs than European peers, warning of difficult November budget.
Optus Faces 'Significant Consequences' After Triple Zero Outage Linked to Deaths
Optus faces consequences after triple zero outage linked to three deaths; government and regulator investigate.
Spusu Challenges Sky and Giffgaff with £5 Phone Plan
Spusu challenges Sky and giffgaff with a £5 phone plan, offering flexible 30-day SIM-only deals with free EU roaming and EE coverage.
Sky Q Rival Manhattan S4-R Slashed to £49 at Argos in Freeview Battle
Argos slashes price of Manhattan S4-R set-top box, a free alternative to Sky Q with recording and streaming features.
Virgin Media O2 Warns of 2026 Profit Drop Amid Customer Losses
Virgin Media O2 warns of 2026 profit drop after losing 397,500 mobile customers and 138,400 broadband customers in 2025 due to price hikes.
Over One Million UK Homes Eligible for Free Government Internet Upgrade
Over one million UK homes eligible for free internet upgrade under Project Gigabit. Interactive map shows areas in England and Wales.
Russia's Internet Splintering: Blackouts and Telegram Disruptions
Russia is gradually splintering its internet from the global network, with escalating mobile blackouts and Telegram blocks, drawing comparisons to Iran's shutdowns.
WiFi Router Placement Mistakes Could Be Slowing Your Broadband, Expert Warns
Expert warns that common WiFi router placement mistakes, like hiding it in cabinets or near metal objects, can slow your broadband. Tips for optimal placement.
Freeview Petition Hits 100,000 as Sky Urges Internet TV Switch
Nearly 100,000 sign petition to protect Freeview from being switched off as Sky urges government to move to internet-delivered TV by 2030s.
The Rise of the Analogue Bag: Fashion’s Answer to Doomscrolling
Analogue bags filled with crosswords and knitting are the new accessory, helping reduce screen time and combat doomscrolling.
Virgin Media O2 Confirms Broadband Price Hike Structure
Virgin Media O2 confirms 8.8% price hikes, highest among major providers, with exit fees up to £404.
Virgin Media Denies Sky Atlantic Access to Subscribers Despite Earlier Claims
Virgin Media customers misled about Sky Atlantic access; channel only available via Sky or Now TV.
Virgin Media Offers Up to £250 Credit for Broadband Switching
Virgin Media offers up to £250 credit for switching broadband and TV bundles. Offer ends April 1. Check coverage and use One Touch Switch.
Virgin Media May Lose Sky Channels In Contract Dispute
Virgin Media and ITV are in a contract dispute that could lead to ITV channels being removed from the cable platform, affecting millions of viewers.
Secret Service Dismantles Massive Hidden Telecom Network Near UN
US Secret Service dismantles hidden telecom network near UN that could have crippled New York cell service, with over 100,000 SIM cards and capacity to send 30 million texts per minute.
Martin Lewis Issues Urgent Advice on O2 Price Hike
Martin Lewis advises O2 customers on rights after price hike of up to £30 a year, urging Ofcom action.
BT Landline Price Hike: £1 Monthly Increase From March 31
BT raises landline rental by £1/month from March 31, affecting thousands of customers. Standard Line Rental goes to £13.09, Line Rental Plus to £15.09.
TalkTalk Faces Backlash Over 'Outrageous' Broadband Price Rise for Fixed-Rate Customers
TalkTalk raises broadband prices by £2/month for fixed-rate customers, sparking outrage and accusations of broken promises.
O2 Offers £15 Gift Cards for World Cup Fans to Spend at Nike, Adidas
O2 gives new customers £15 gift cards for Nike, Adidas, Argos with SIM-only plans ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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