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Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Trish Adudu on her drivetime show on BBC Radio CWR about Jailbroken Streaming Devices. In the golden era of television, our choices were simple, defined by the limited channels available through traditional broadcast. Fast forward to today, and the landscape has dramatically shifted. The digital revolution has … Continue reading The Gadget Man – Episode 179 – Navigating the Murky Waters of Jailbroken Streaming Devices: A Cautionary Tale →

In this latest episode of The Gadget Man, Matt unravels the long-standing myth about using rice to dry out wet mobile phones. Despite its popularity, this method is debunked as ineffective and potentially harmful. Apple itself has issued guidance against it, warning that rice grains can damage the device by blocking ports and causing corrosion. … Continue reading The Gadget Man – Episode 178: Rice, Phones, and Chili Con Carne: Debunking Tech Myths with Malcolm Boyden →

Note: Listening to the attached Podcast is a must for this article. *UPDATE* Correct link updated! Hello, fellow gadget lovers and tech enthusiasts! It’s me again, your friendly neighbourhood Gadget Man, diving into another thrilling tech adventure. Today, I’m stepping into the futuristic realm of text-to-speech technology. But hold onto your hats, because this isn’t … Continue reading The Gadget Man, Episode 177 – My Incredible Journey into Text-to-Speech and Cloning My Voice with AI Magic. →

I was delighted to talk to Vic Minett on BBC Radio CWR this morning about app trends in 2023. Building on that exciting conversation, welcome to our tech blog, where we delve into the dynamic world of mobile apps in the UK. Today, we explore the prevailing trends of 2023, spotlighting the most popular apps … Continue reading The Gadget Man – Episode 176 – Navigating the UK’s Mobile App Landscape in 2023: Trends, Top Apps, and Starling Bank’s Innovative Service →

This morning, I had an enlightening discussion with Tammy Gooding on BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester regarding the ongoing broadband infrastructure enhancements, particularly in light of the Copper Switch-off as announced by Openreach. This move is all about transitioning from the traditional copper wire systems to a more robust and faster digital infrastructure, aiming to … Continue reading Gadget Man – Episode 175 – The Copper Switch Off: A Necessary Evil or a Step too Far? →

In the rapidly evolving world of technology, it’s easy to forget the gadgets and gizmos that once dominated our lives. Today, we’ll take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the tech tools that have faded into the annals of history. Floppy Disks and CD-ROMs: Once, the clunky floppy disks and shimmering CD-ROMs were … Continue reading The Relics of Technology: A Stroll Down Memory Lane →