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Yeah, regular broadband is easily fast enough to cope with all that stuff without breaking a sweat. You can stream 4K films on anything above about 30Mb too. So 2 streams of FHD 1080 wouldn't need more than about 20Mb. Only time superfast really matters imo, is downloading massive files in seconds. Like 80GB UHD movies. You're limit is more likely to be poor wifi quality than the actual link speed.

BitWarden is the best one, in my opinion. It's completely open source and no security leaks to this day. And it's free.

I've been using NordVPN for the past year and a half. Can't fault it. My subscription is active until 2025 and I'll probably renew it when the time comes.

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Updated with more news about the breach and what the hackers actually stole https://idlechatter.co.uk/articles/lastpass-security-leak.107/page/now-lastpass-owner-goto-says-hackers-stole-customers%E2%80%99-backups.66/

I must admit I am guilty of leaving my charger plugged in and I usually have my phone/tablet/smartwatch charging when it probably doesn't need to be.

Apple has disclosed serious security vulnerabilities for a range of its devices. Experts urged users to update their iPhones, iPads and Macs as soon as possible after the two vulnerabilities were found in key parts of the operating system. The software flaws could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices, Apple said in two security reports. The company said it is “aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.” Security experts have advised users to update affected devices — the iPhones6S and later models; several models of the iPad, including the 5th generation and later, all iPad Pro models and the iPad Air 2; and Mac computers running MacOS Monterey. Some iPod models could also be affected.

Not sure how many people have locally saved files nowadays but good to see it back

Sounds like the perfect way to get a second life out of them!

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Depends. Second Life seems to have fizzled out a bit, but then I'm not sure how different this is to Second Life. That said, if he uses it as an advertising platform or an expensive subscription service, I can see interest waning.

Apple today revealed the 2021 App Store Awards winners, recognizing the 15 best apps and games that helped users tap into personal passions, discover creative outlets, connect with new people and experiences, and simply have fun. This year’s winners include developers from around the world whose apps and games were selected by Apple’s global App Store editorial team for delivering exceptional quality, innovative technology, creative design, and positive cultural impact. Here are the 2021 App Store Award Winners Apps iPhone App of the Year: Toca Life World, from Toca Boca. iPad App of the Year: LumaFusion, from LumaTouch. Mac App of the Year: Craft, from Luki Labs Limited. Apple TV App of the Year: DAZN, from DAZN Group. Apple Watch App of the Year: Carrot Weather, from Grailr. Games iPhone Game of the Year: “League of Legends: Wild Rift,” from Riot Games. iPad Game of the Year: “Marvel Future Revolution,” from Netmarble Corporation. Mac Game of the Year: “Myst,” from Cyan. Apple TV Game of the Year: “Space Marshals 3,” from Pixelbite. Apple Arcade Game of the Year: “Fantasian,” from Mistwalker. The trend of the Year: Connection This year, Apple’s global App Store editors or also awarding apps based on the ‘Trend of the Year’. The idea is to identify a movement that had a lasting impact on people’s lives and to recognize the standout apps and games that met that moment. The top trend of 2021 is “Connection.” This year’s trend winners brought people together in meaningful ways while meeting the social, personal, and professional needs of users around the world. “Among Us!” From Innersloth With a mix of cooperation and competition, “Among Us!” cultivated community through bite-size matches that urged users to talk — and listen — to each other via banter, bluffing, and teamwork. Bumble, from Bumble Inc. Bumble met the moment by adding and enhancing features designed to bridge the gap for users hoping to date, forge platonic friendships, and broaden their professional networks — all while fostering women-powered conversations. Canva, from Canva Offering elegantly simple design tools and gorgeous templates, Canva helps users tap into their entrepreneurial spirit by making design simple for professionals, students, job seekers, community leaders, and teams of every kind. EatOkra, from Anthony Edwards Jr. and Janique Edwards EatOkra built a robust, user-driven guide to more than 11,000 Black-owned eateries that helps people find tasty ways to invest in their community. Peanut, from Peanut App Limited By launching social audio Pods led by experts on everything from pregnancy and menopause to relationships and self-care, Peanut is creating space for honest conversations on every aspect of womanhood at every stage of life.

I have the above watch and screen protector. I take off the case at the weekend, I only need it while at work. I find the quality of it good anyway.

Full list of channels available in the U.K. Note that Premier Sports and most standalone FTA channels that are not owned by BBC/ITV/C4/C5 aren’t available. https://www.sky.com/help/articles/tv-channel-list-sky-glass Also it appears the Playlist feature, which is replacing recording, is wrecking peoples heads, it basically sends you to the player app that houses the content - if there is one.

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IMDb TV has launched in the UK today which offers everyone the chance to watch thousands of movies and shows at no extra cost - although the movies and episodes will feature ad breaks. Currently available to watch within Prime Video (no subscription is required) but will get its own app in the coming weeks.