How to use your laptop to broadcast your broadband connection. Share a wired web connection via Wi-Fi when using Windows 8. (See also: How to set up a spare router to expand your Wi-Fi network coverage.) QUESTION I have a new Windows 8.1 laptop, which I use plugged into a wired network for internet access. I would like to share this wired connection with my phone and tablet via Wi-Fi....
In fairness we have seen this watch previously retailing at £75, but now down to £49 it’s at an all-time low. It’s not quite a fully featured smartwatch like those their parents might wear, but for younger kids the built-in games and voice-messaging capabilities are bound to make them feel all grown up. For adults it appeals with its built-in GPS tracking, which allows you to give them some freedom, yet configure alerts for when they step outside a predefined safe zone....
Following on from the Move, the first portable Sonos speaker with Bluetooth, the Roam takes things to the next level with a dramatically more compact and travel-friendly design. Now the firm is really taking on rivals in a wider market including Sony, Bose and UE. Although the Roam can be used as a normal multi-room speaker in the home, it’s no wonder that Sonos is marketing it as a device to be used anywhere you go....
The PlayStation classic will come preloaded with 20 classic titles, including Final Fantasy VII, Jumping Flash, R4 Ridge Racer Type 4, Tekken 3 and Wild Arms. While the new version copies the physical design of the original model it is 45% smaller. It will use the same original PlayStation controllers too, back before analogue sticks were featured. Each console will come with an HDMI cable and two controllers for local multiplayer....
The primary discounts are on big flat screen 4K TVs, including its popular Bravia range, along with cameras, Bluetooth speakers and premium headphones like the award-winning WH-1000XM3, which are now at the lowest price they’ve ever been. Discounts range between 10% to 20% and will be available from several major UK retailers: You can see all offers directly at Sony, but it’s worth comparing prices from the retailers listed above for any additional promotions....
Sony’s latest tablet is the Xperia Z4 Tablet – a 10in slate that is, confusingly, an update to the excellent Xperia Z2 Tablet. It means that Sony is currently selling that 10in tablet, as well as a smaller, Kindle-sized 8in slate improbably called the Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. Snappy, huh? If you are in the market for a non-iPad, consumption tablet, these are two of the best. So we set out to find out what separates Sony’s little n large....
The Eva is unique among modern consumer-oriented IP cameras in that it can physically rotate and tilt. Other cameras claim PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) but most use a fish-eye lens and then do the ‘panning’ in software. This is the real deal, although note that there is no optical zoom: this is done in software. There’s one other attraction: free, continuous cloud recording on a rolling 24-hour basis. No other camera offers this....
Star Wars Battlefront: UK price and availability So, how can you get your hands on the utterly brilliant Star Wars Battlefront? First things first, we should address the platforms it’s available on; PS4, Xbox One, and PC users can all purchase Star Wars Battlefront right now, although PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii U customers aren’t so lucky – the game isn’t available on any other platform, with no plans for support in the future....
(This comparison is based on our full review of the Surface Pro 2 and the hands-on Surface Pro 3 review. We’ll update this article when we have the full test results for the Surface Pro 3.) Surface Pro 2 vs Surface Pro 3: price The Surface Pro 3 starts at £639 inc VAT, and that’s for the Core i3 version with 64GB of storage and 4GB of RAM. Currently, the Surface Pro 2 still costs £719 for the 64GB model – £80 more than the new model....
It may be tempting to buy big ticket items during Black Friday sales, but often the best savings are to be found on the smaller stuff. If you’re unaware, a smart plug like this essentially lets you turn normal appliances like lamps into connected ones. The plug itself connects to the internet, letting you then turn the power on and off using an app, or Alexa or the Google Assistant if you prefer to use voice controls....
You may balk at the price, but the Tylt Energi+ backpack is more convenient than simply sticking a USB battery in any old rucksack. If you’re a commuter like me, you probably carry your smartphone and tablet around in a backpack. There are some modern designs which have dedicated pockets for these devices, but the Tylt Energi+ is the first I’ve seen to incorporate on-the-move charging. The price includes a 4....
Whether you’re buying a SIM for a child or teen, the number of providers and plans to choose from can make the whole decision a daunting task. Apart from pricing, there are a few things to think of before signing the dotted lines, like parental controls, social media usage and family discounts – all of which we’ll dive into here and more. So without further ado, here are the best deals on child-friendly SIMs, along with what to look out for when shopping for a child-friendly SIM....
Android phones have quickly become a central part of millions of people’s daily lives. So much so, that to being without that pocket digital assistant would be an unconscionable situation for many of us. While we protect the exteriors with cases, and use services such as Android Device Manager to find them when they get lost or stolen, one area that can strike fear into the heart is that of the device itself becoming corrupted by a virus, or simply stopping working due to some software fault....
The operator has said it has launched its 5G Home network across the four cities, making it the very first of its kind in the world. If you’re unsure about all this 5G stuff then take a look at our quick guide here. 5G home will cost roughly $50 per month for Verizon Wireless customers, who hold a compatible smartphone plan, while everyone else will pay $70 a month, The network is built upon the 5G TF standard which Verizon has been pushing for some time, over the 3GPP 5G NR standard that will take some time to incorporate into network equipment....
It has already taken steps towards that future with the wireless tracker, allowing for PC-level performance without wires, Vive Trackers that allow you to track your limbs and other real-world objects, and the Eye Pro tracker makes it possible to track gaze and eyebrow movements, but there’s still a way to go before it’s fully realised. Today, it comes a step closer with the reveal of the new Facial Tracker and updated Vive Tracker 3....
It features both analogue and digital watch faces on its 1.44-inch screen, an alarm, 0.3-megapixel camera, stop watch and timer, voice recording and games. The design is clean and smart, and the specs are reasonable for something at this price (around £40 online; see the bottom of this review for the best prices). It’s aimed at children aged 4 to 9 but I wouldn’t be surprised to see a few adult hipsters wearing it for fun....
On the surface, this change might seem so small as to be insignificant – just a few missing characters and an extra ‘m’ in your browser’s address bar. But, to us, the move means so much more. Those of you who have been following Tech Advisor throughout its 25-year legacy will already know that back in summer 2017 we changed our name from PC Advisor to Tech Advisor. PC Advisor had a well-established reputation, for its monthly print magazine and several million-strong forum community (RIP), so it was regarded as something of a daring move at the time....
For years, users ranging from Kim Kardashian to McDonald’s have requested the option to edit their tweets after the fact. Now the tech giant has confirmed that the feature may soon become reality – but is it actually a good idea? The first hints came at the beginning of the month when the company claimed that they were working on one. Of course, it was April Fool’s Day, so everybody assumed that the platform was having a bit of a giggle....
The local rights acquired can then be used to wreak havoc on the target device, installing programs, editing or deleting data and even creating new accounts. Often, this can take place without the user’s knowledge. Microsoft has now patched the issue with the KB5004945 emergency update, but not before ‘PrintNightmare’ affected plenty of devices. With that in mind, Windows 10 users are being encouraged to install the update as soon as possible....
File Explorer was redesigned with the introduction of Windows 11, but it’ll soon be getting three new features. Microsoft began testing the addition of tabs last month (a feature long rumoured for Windows 10), and it’ll be joined by the option to pin favourite files to the home screen. A quick overview of the latest activity within each document should be useful when collaborating, although this will probably require a Microsoft 365 subscription....
