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!

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From the Editor

O2 causes fury by raising prices by more than expected • The top stories in the world of technology

VODAFONE AND THREE ALSO HIKE MID-CONTRACT INCREASES

Amazon warns users to stop using illegal Fire TV Stick apps

BT customers to get satellite broadband from Elon Musk’s Starlink

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

HIBP adds biggest ever stash of stolen emails and passwords

Windows 10 error says you’re unsafe even with extended support

Humax confirms Freely recorder – and it might arrive by Xmas

Louvre used ‘Louvre’ as video password, report into theft reveals

How did 239 malicious apps end up on Google Play Store? • It’s part of a huge rise in malware targeting Android devices

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

New tools • Scam warnings on Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp

ScamWatch • Readers warn readers

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

You made a strong case for eSIMs, but I’m sticking with cards

The Range refunds reader despite not having to

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Findmypast quickly cancelled my subscription

Grow Your Family Tree • For information on how your ancestors died, 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

Michael Ogbeide-John and Bilal Jama

Wired2Fire AMD R8845 Mini PC • Specs appeal

Apple iPad Pro M5 • Chip with everything

HP OmniBook 5 14in (2025) • Light work

Canon Maxify BX110 • Ink on your feet

Headphone jacks

FiiO QX13 Phone Headphone Amp/DAC • Fixing Bluetooth decay

What’s the best Chromebook under £250? • We solve your buying dilemmas

Lexar ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD • Stick with it

Anker Nano Power Bank 10K • Bring charges

TCL P7K 65in QLED 4K • Set apart

An iPhone case with a keyboard?

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

Win a pair of… SIVGA Peng Closed Back Dynamic Headphones

HOW TO… Access cloud storage through File Explorer

Access remote computers using AnyViewer

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

What you should install this fortnight

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

Black Friday deals

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every version

Make Office Better • Top tips for the best office programs

Collaborate for free in OnlyOffice • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Windows updates • You’ll now have a clearer idea of what Microsoft installs on your PC

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