Why buying a new 4K TV will probably force you to give up Freeview for something completely new

If you’re looking to upgrade to a new smart TV in the coming months, the change will likely mean giving up Freeview. That’s because Freely, a new broadband-powered alternative from the Freeview team, is fast becoming the new standard for TV manufacturers in the UK. Free, which launched in april with a single TV brand … Read more

The Real Cost of Buying Activision Blizzard Was the Soul of Xbox

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Did Xbox Paid Too High a Price? (Microsoft) A reader isn’t surprised by the recent Xbox rumors, claiming the cost of acquiring Activision Blizzard is higher than even Microsoft realizes. They say money can’t buy love and we’ve seen that to be especially true for Xbox. Over the last few years they’ve spent over $76 … Read more

The Real Cost of Buying Activision Blizzard Was the Soul of Xbox

Did Xbox Paid Too High a Price? (Microsoft) A reader isn’t surprised by the recent Xbox rumors, claiming the cost of acquiring Activision Blizzard is higher than even Microsoft realizes. They say money can’t buy love and we’ve seen that to be especially true for Xbox. Over the last few years they’ve spent over $76 … Read more

‘Conman’ shown on video ‘tricking pawnbroker into buying fake gold’

By Matthew Cox 08:53 Jun 30, 2024, updated 09:06 Jun 30, 2024 Share or comment on this article: A ‘gold dealer’ who was caught on CCTV tricking a pawn shop into buying fake gold was also seen months earlier using a similar scam at another jeweler. Footage has emerged of the smartly dressed suspect targeting … Read more

The Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra aren’t the only watches worth buying in July

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Samsung has confirmed that Galaxy Unpacked will kick off on July 10, where it will show off its latest wearables, foldables and even a smart ring. That means Samsung has a lot of old stock to clear out quickly. And with Amazon Prime Day just a week after Unpacked, you might be better off waiting … Read more

Renting remains cheaper than buying in Great Britain, because mortgage interest rates are rising

Monday June 17, 2024 6:00 am Part Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp E-mail Share via email Life isn’t much better for renters either, as competition for affordable housing also drives up rents. Renting remains significantly more affordable in Britain than buying a house with … Read more

Glasgow hospitality giant is buying Paesano in an eight-figure deal

The DRG, which owns the Di Maggio’s, Café Andaluz and Amarone chains, has bought the town’s two Paesano Pizza restaurants and the Sugo Pasta shop for an eight-figure sum, our sister title The Herald reports. And the hospitality giant immediately announced plans to expand both brands, despite the challenging economic backdrop. The DRG, owned by … Read more

5 things to consider when buying a Samsung Galaxy phone, from cameras to battery life

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Samsung sells a huge variety of phones, from the affordable Galaxy A series handsets to the premium Galaxy S flagships and foldable Galaxy Z models. So whether you’re choosing between the best Samsung phones or the company’s best cheap phones, there are plenty of factors to consider, from the cameras, power and battery life to … Read more