Category: Technology
Gadgets, apps and online services for older adults
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Could a “missed parcel” text let a scammer add your card to their phone?
A fast-growing scam lets fraudsters link your card to a digital wallet on their own phone using a…
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Are new rules finally going to crack down on scam adverts online?
Ofcom has published draft rules that would force Google, Facebook, TikTok and other big platforms to actively remove…
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Are you paying too much for your broadband — and could a social tariff save you over £200 a year?
If you receive Pension Credit, Universal Credit, or certain other means-tested benefits, you can switch to a broadband…
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What built-in settings on your smartphone could make it so much easier to use?
Your smartphone almost certainly has free built-in settings that can make text easier to read, calls easier to…
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What is GOV.UK One Login — and how do you use it to access your tax, benefits and government services online?
GOV.UK One Login is the government’s new single sign-in system, replacing the old Government Gateway for most online…
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What is a password manager — and could it stop your online accounts from being hacked?
A password manager stores all your login details in one secure, encrypted vault — so you only need…
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Could a scammer really sound exactly like your son or daughter on the phone?
Yes — using AI, fraudsters can now clone a family member’s voice from just three seconds of audio…
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Is that really your son or daughter texting you? How to spot a WhatsApp family impersonation scam
If you receive a WhatsApp message from an unknown number claiming to be your child or grandchild with…
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Which video calling app is best for keeping in touch with family — and how do you get started?
Video calling has transformed how families stay connected — but with so many apps to choose from, it…
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How to Stay Safe Online: A Plain-English Guide for Over 55s
Online scams targeting older adults cost UK residents hundreds of millions of pounds every year. But with a…