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

WhatsApp arrives on the iPad after 15-year wait

WHATSAPP ENDS SUPPORT FOR OLDER PHONES

Facebook and NHS passwords among 184 million leaked

ChatGPT now saves your chats for free

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Councils block BT plan to replace payphones with Street Hubs

Microsoft: all USB-C ports will “just work” on new Windows laptops

Sky launches Glass Air TVs for £6 a month

New adverts tell customers to phone 150 for landline-switch help

Does Windows 10 put you on the ‘wrong’ side of risk? • Microsoft’s latest “insane” advert for upgrading has angered many users

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

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Reader uses warranty to get faster shower fix

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Acctim fixed old clock that’s out of warranty

Grow Your Family Tree • Many books previously found only in libraries have been digitised and published online. Richard Holt explains how 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

MSI Pro AP242P 14M • Stands and delivers

Dell 14 Plus Laptop • Booby price

Acer Vero B247Y • Black to basics

Netgear Nighthawk RS100 • Connect for less

LED printers

Ring Outdoor Camera Plus (Battery) • Safe space

Is there a keyboard that can cope with my typing style?

INIU P51L • Carrying charge

Llano RGB Laptop Cooling Pad • Chilling effect

Sharp GM6245K • Set the standard

A folding laptop-tablet?

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

CHERRY XTRFY M68 Pro Wireless gaming mice

Computeractive 2024 Back Issue CD & USB Stick • Both the CD and Stick contain all 26 issues from 2024

HOW TO… Manage Windows notifications on your PC

Update software on multiple PCs using a USB stick

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

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

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every version

Make Office Better • Top tips for the best office programs

In The Club • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Bing Video Creator • Microsoft’s new app lets you use one of the best AI tools for free

WATCH TV ANYWHERE! • Take your favourite TV shows with you wherever you go in the UK and abroad. Robert Irvine explains the best ways to beat restrictions on watching TV while you travel

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