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No, the government hasn’t installed a coronavirus app on your phone

Kate Bevan

You may have spotted a coronavirus settings screen appearing on your phone over the weekend, but it isn’t an app, and it’s nothing to worry about. Here’s why.

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Could the pandemic force cinema into a rethink?

George Martin

With no solid plans in place for the reopening of movie theatres just yet, could films end up going direct to streaming? I had a chat with an enthusiast and blogger to get his take.

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Are you keeping ‘Cyber Aware’?

Kate Sinnott

Cyber Aware is the government’s advice on staying secure during the COVID-19 lockdown. Our guest from the National Cyber Security Centre explains the campaign.

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by Kevin Hasley on 1 May 2020

How has remote working impacted Britain’s mobile networks?

With those who are able to now working from home, networks have had to react quickly to meet increased demand. Our guest explains what’s being done.

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by Oscar Webb on 17 April 2020

Are you playing online games to keep connected?

We all need a bit of escapism right now. Online games with friends can be a good way to stay in touch and distract yourself. Are you playing any?

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by Catherine Colloms on 3 April 2020

Is your broadband reliable enough for lockdown?

With the UK on lockdown, connecting people via phone and broadband services has never been more important. Our guest explains how Openreach is working to keep you connected.

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by Louise Muyanja on 26 March 2020

Have you had problems with smart appliances?

We’re looking into smart appliances and whether they’re worth the extra money compared with standard domestic products. Do you have an experience to share?

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by Kate Bevan on 23 March 2020

How are you staying in touch during the pandemic?

We’re lucky that there are plenty of ways to stay in touch these days – tell us how you’re using tech to see and speak to your loved ones during the pandemic.

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by Mike Paul on 16 March 2020

A timeline of console gaming: 1980 – 2020

In part two of our look at the past, present and future of gaming, our guest gives us a nostalgic timeline of his favourite games and moments. What are yours?

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