<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[ICT - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest ICT news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your profession!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:13:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Digital twins bill to be debated in Parliament]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Ten-Minute Rule Bill curbing the creation of digital twins of individual people is to be debated in Parliament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/digital-twins-bill-to-be-debated-in-parliament/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/digital-twins-bill-to-be-debated-in-parliament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US senator Bernie Sanders calls for ban on AI superintelligence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two bills aimed at curbing the possibility of superintelligent AI systems, and regulating the use of agentic AI, are being introduced in the US]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/us-senator-bernie-sanders-calls-for-ban-on-ai-superintelligence/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/us-senator-bernie-sanders-calls-for-ban-on-ai-superintelligence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Data dive: Mapping NHS hyperscaler dependence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mapping NHS DNS data reveals a heavy reliance on US hyperscalers, with Microsoft 365 routing email and infrastructure for the vast majority of trusts in a tangled web of connections]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/data-dive-mapping-nhs-hyperscaler-dependence/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/data-dive-mapping-nhs-hyperscaler-dependence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peer demands action on DWP subpostmaster prosecutions in duty of candour debate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Post Office scandal featured heavily as the House of Lords debated duty of candour Bill]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/peer-demands-action-on-dwp-subpostmaster-prosecutions-in-duty-of-candour-debate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/peer-demands-action-on-dwp-subpostmaster-prosecutions-in-duty-of-candour-debate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billion-dollar AWS financial services investment builds on a decade of work]]></title><description><![CDATA[The US tech giant committed to the financial services sector a decade ago, which has seen its offering develop alongside the industry]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/billion-dollar-aws-financial-services-investment-builds-on-a-decade-of-work/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/billion-dollar-aws-financial-services-investment-builds-on-a-decade-of-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CIO interview: Frédéric Laurent, deputy CIO, Starling Bank]]></title><description><![CDATA[We speak to Starling Bank&rsquo;s deputy CIO, Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Laurent, about how he uses artificial intelligence for coding personally and in his day job]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cio-interview-frdric-laurent-deputy-cio-starling-bank/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cio-interview-frdric-laurent-deputy-cio-starling-bank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post Office Horizon scandal explained: Everything you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Computer Weekly has investigated the Post Office Horizon scandal since 2008 and is, in fact, part of the story. This guide contains essential information about the scandal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/post-office-horizon-scandal-explained-everything-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/post-office-horizon-scandal-explained-everything-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snowflake pivots to AI platforming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Snowflake says it is pivoting to being a &lsquo;trusted&rsquo; AI platform, with an agentic control plane. It stresses openness, choice and governance]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/snowflake-pivots-to-ai-platforming/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/snowflake-pivots-to-ai-platforming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The future of AI depends on the quality of the data behind It]]></title><description><![CDATA[More data doesn't mean better insight. As AI grows, foundations matter most. Competitive advantage relies on data quality, not scale. Ensure your data is ready first]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-future-of-ai-depends-on-the-quality-of-the-data-behind-it/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-future-of-ai-depends-on-the-quality-of-the-data-behind-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/from-dog-fruit-to-darling-indias-avocado-boom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/from-dog-fruit-to-darling-indias-avocado-boom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nvidia acquires Hugging Face and becomes open platform provider]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI acceleration hardware provider Nvidia announces the acquisition of the open model platform Hugging Face]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidia-acquires-hugging-face-and-becomes-open-platform-provider/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidia-acquires-hugging-face-and-becomes-open-platform-provider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: From cassettes to cellular - how early constraints built a modern CTO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forrester's CTO charts his path from farm hand to tech leader, via his mother's love of 1980s soap operas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-from-cassettes-to-cellular-how-early-constraints-built-a-modern-cto/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-from-cassettes-to-cellular-how-early-constraints-built-a-modern-cto/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could robots be the future of theme parks?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galaxy Robot Park is a 16,500-square-meter venue in South Korea, with attractions including humanoid robots dancing to K-pop hits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/could-robots-be-the-future-of-theme-parks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/could-robots-be-the-future-of-theme-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI data centres are booming in Australia - but at what cost?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Advocates say data centres will bring jobs but others worry they will suck up resources while providing little advantage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-data-centres-are-booming-in-australia-but-at-what-cost/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-data-centres-are-booming-in-australia-but-at-what-cost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York City to ban children’s use of GenAI tools in school]]></title><description><![CDATA[New York mayor Zohran Mamdani has moved to restrict children's use of AI tools in the city's public school system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/new-york-city-to-ban-childrens-use-of-genai-tools-in-school/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/new-york-city-to-ban-childrens-use-of-genai-tools-in-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nvidia strikes $12.9bn deal to buy AI platform Hugging Face]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deal gives Nvidia control of a leading open-source AI platform and developer community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidia-strikes-129bn-deal-to-buy-ai-platform-hugging-face/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidia-strikes-129bn-deal-to-buy-ai-platform-hugging-face/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Financial firms face ‘vulnerability bottlenecks’ from frontier AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Financial Conduct Authority warns that frontier AI models are finding security vulnerabilities faster than firms can patch them]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/financial-firms-face-vulnerability-bottlenecks-from-frontier-ai/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/financial-firms-face-vulnerability-bottlenecks-from-frontier-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interview: Oracle accelerates Middle East cloud expansion as demand for sovereign AI rises]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company is expanding its regional cloud footprint, growing sovereign cloud deployments and investing in AI skills development as governments and enterprises seek control over data, compliance and artificial intelligence]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/interview-oracle-accelerates-middle-east-cloud-expansion-as-demand-for-sovereign-ai-rises/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/interview-oracle-accelerates-middle-east-cloud-expansion-as-demand-for-sovereign-ai-rises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oracle executive chairman Larry Ellison called to testify over US health system overspend]]></title><description><![CDATA[The executive chair of Oracle and its CEO will be asked to justify why a project budgeted at $10bn is costing taxpayers $17bn more]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/oracle-executive-chairman-larry-ellison-called-to-testify-over-us-health-system-overspend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/oracle-executive-chairman-larry-ellison-called-to-testify-over-us-health-system-overspend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Human-AI chemistry: the real differentiator in enterprise AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enterprise AI has evolved from isolated tools to integrated systems, says Capgemini. Success depends on human-AI collaboration, runtime governance, and orchestration]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/human-ai-chemistry-the-real-differentiator-in-enterprise-ai/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/human-ai-chemistry-the-real-differentiator-in-enterprise-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: BBC travels in self-driving Uber around London]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC's Zoe Kleinman takes a ride on Uber's self-driving robotaxi as the service rolls out on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/watch-bbc-travels-in-self-driving-uber-around-london/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/watch-bbc-travels-in-self-driving-uber-around-london/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: My life as an alt-tech geek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Computer Weekly's tech-writer-in-chief Cliff Saran explains why he is perfectly suited to the job]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-my-life-as-an-alt-tech-geek/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-my-life-as-an-alt-tech-geek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uber launches UK's first robotaxis with a driver - here's what it's like to ride in one]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ride-hailing app has launched 15 self-driving taxis, but they will have safety drivers inside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uber-launches-uks-first-robotaxis-with-a-driver-heres-what-its-like-to-ride-in-one/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uber-launches-uks-first-robotaxis-with-a-driver-heres-what-its-like-to-ride-in-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uber to cut over 3,000 jobs in major global restructuring]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company says cutting roles would make its operations "simpler and faster".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uber-to-cut-over-3000-jobs-in-major-global-restructuring/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uber-to-cut-over-3000-jobs-in-major-global-restructuring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lords considers government emergency AI kill switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;An amendment to the UK&rsquo;s Cyber Security and Resilience Bill will give the government powers to switch off AI systems or data centres in an emergency]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lords-considers-government-emergency-ai-kill-switch/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lords-considers-government-emergency-ai-kill-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the intern has admin rights: GDPR in the agentic age]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Security Think Tank explores the intersection of GDPR and artificial intelligence, considering how data protection standards in the UK and Europe are changing in this new paradigm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/when-the-intern-has-admin-rights-gdpr-in-the-agentic-age/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/when-the-intern-has-admin-rights-gdpr-in-the-agentic-age/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK airport hackers leak stolen customer data]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cyber gang that attacked Manchester Airports Group has leaked data on 8.7 million travellers after its victim refused to pay a ransom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uk-airport-hackers-leak-stolen-customer-data/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uk-airport-hackers-leak-stolen-customer-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mythos helps bug bounty firm find critical hidden RCE]]></title><description><![CDATA[HackerOne used Anthropic's controversial Claude Mythos 5 model on its codebase and found a critical hidden flaw.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/mythos-helps-bug-bounty-firm-find-critical-hidden-rce/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/mythos-helps-bug-bounty-firm-find-critical-hidden-rce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lords call for AI 'kill switch' powers in UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Its backers say it would provide a "vital safety net" against runaway AI systems such as those from OpenAI and Anthropic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lords-call-for-ai-kill-switch-powers-in-uk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lords-call-for-ai-kill-switch-powers-in-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Criminals publish data of 8.7m people after airports hack]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company, which owns Manchester, Stansted and East Midlands airports, was hacked last month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/criminals-publish-data-of-87m-people-after-airports-hack/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/criminals-publish-data-of-87m-people-after-airports-hack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The road to digital tyranny: when AI acts autonomously]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI can operate autonomously but should do so only within human-defined limits. Capability is not equal to authority &mdash; AI may act independently, but humans must set boundaries]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-road-to-digital-tyranny-when-ai-acts-autonomously/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-road-to-digital-tyranny-when-ai-acts-autonomously/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AWS S3 &amp; AI: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[We speak to AWS&rsquo;Mai-Lan Tomsen Bukovec about S3 growth, DuckDBand how AI is helping people understand their data]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/aws-s3-amp-ai-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/aws-s3-amp-ai-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon S3 &amp; AI: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[We speak to AWS&rsquo;Mai-Lan Tomsen Bukovec about S3 growth, DuckDBand how AI is helping people understand their data]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-s3-amp-ai-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-s3-amp-ai-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AWS sets 2026 opening date for Saudi cloud region]]></title><description><![CDATA[New cloud region, AI partnerships and skills programmes underscore AWS&rsquo;s growing role in supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/aws-sets-2026-opening-date-for-saudi-cloud-region/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/aws-sets-2026-opening-date-for-saudi-cloud-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft sets November launch for Saudi cloud region]]></title><description><![CDATA[Announcement at Leap 2026 highlights Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s push to expand local cloud and AI infrastructure in support of Vision 2030]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-sets-november-launch-for-saudi-cloud-region/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-sets-november-launch-for-saudi-cloud-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: Action is the antithesis of anxiety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zahra Bahrololoumi, CEO of Salesforce UK &amp; Ireland, charts a career through three decades of seismic tech shifts to arrive at a philosophy for meeting AI head-on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-action-is-the-antithesis-of-anxiety/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-action-is-the-antithesis-of-anxiety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fake 10 Downing Street listing exposes 'unfit' Booking.com, says consumer group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Booking.com said the "limited test" was "not a true reflection of the experience of millions of listings or reviews".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/fake-10-downing-street-listing-exposes-unfit-bookingcom-says-consumer-group/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 03:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/fake-10-downing-street-listing-exposes-unfit-bookingcom-says-consumer-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will self-flying planes transform the skies?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Autonomous crop-spraying aircraft are leading the way in pilot-free flying.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/will-self-flying-planes-transform-the-skies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/will-self-flying-planes-transform-the-skies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The loop nobody's checking the size of]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every MDR provider leads with the benefits of AI for managed cyber security and covers its bases by stressing that a human oversees what its AI decides. The more useful question is what that person knows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-loop-nobodys-checking-the-size-of/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-loop-nobodys-checking-the-size-of/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI has exposed the cracks GDPR was already trying to fix]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Security Think Tank explores the intersection of GDPR and artificial intelligence, considering how data protection standards in the UK and Europe are changing in this new paradigm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-has-exposed-the-cracks-gdpr-was-already-trying-to-fix/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-has-exposed-the-cracks-gdpr-was-already-trying-to-fix/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Next AI Breakthrough Won't Be a Bigger Model]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next leap in Ai will bot from making one model smarter, but rather from learning how to organise thousands of them]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-next-ai-breakthrough-wont-be-a-bigger-model/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-next-ai-breakthrough-wont-be-a-bigger-model/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI and the economy – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brian McKenna and Paul Roehrig, chief strategy officer, Ascendion discuss AI and the future of the economy, avoiding the Scylla and Charybdis of catastrophism and boosterism]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-and-the-economy-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-and-the-economy-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Datacentre water use: Not so simple a picture as often painted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Datacentres face intense scrutiny over water use. This article examines how cooling technologies, server efficiency and location shape their real footprint]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/datacentre-water-use-not-so-simple-a-picture-as-often-painted/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/datacentre-water-use-not-so-simple-a-picture-as-often-painted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chancellor unveils plans to entice UK tech startups]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UK government aims to build out home-grown research and development in artificial intelligence and cyber security]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/chancellor-unveils-plans-to-entice-uk-tech-startups/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/chancellor-unveils-plans-to-entice-uk-tech-startups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interview: Haleon’s tech chief delighted for AI agents to feed SAP ‘clean core’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Haleon, formed from the consumer health units of GSK, Pfizer and Novartis, makes familiar brands like Sensodyne and Advil. 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Read the issue now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-and-the-right-to-resist/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-and-the-right-to-resist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon rigged billions in ad pricing, lawsuit from states and US watchdog alleges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amazon responded to the lawsuit, arguing the US Federal Trade Commission "misunderstands" their ad market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-rigged-billions-in-ad-pricing-lawsuit-from-states-and-us-watchdog-alleges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-rigged-billions-in-ad-pricing-lawsuit-from-states-and-us-watchdog-alleges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon rigged $20bn worth of ad prices, US lawsuit alleges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amazon responded to the lawsuit, arguing the US Federal Trade Commission "misunderstands" their ad market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-rigged-20bn-worth-of-ad-prices-us-lawsuit-alleges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-rigged-20bn-worth-of-ad-prices-us-lawsuit-alleges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 10 most popular products ZDNET readers bought this month (including lots of phone cases)]]></title><description><![CDATA[From phone cases to antivirus software, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased in August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-10-most-popular-products-zdnet-readers-bought-this-month-including-lots-of-phone-cases/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-10-most-popular-products-zdnet-readers-bought-this-month-including-lots-of-phone-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I wore Coros and Garmin's sub-$300 sports watches - both are excellent, but one lasts longer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not into the chunky sports watches? 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caused by energy shocks from the US-Iran war.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-could-cause-global-economic-downturn-andrew-bailey-warns-g20/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-could-cause-global-economic-downturn-andrew-bailey-warns-g20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon just dropped the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones down to 50% off - the lowest price yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sony's excellent noise-canceling headphones just hit an all-time low price ahead of Labor Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-just-dropped-the-sony-wh-1000xm5-headphones-down-to-50-off-the-lowest-price-yet/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-just-dropped-the-sony-wh-1000xm5-headphones-down-to-50-off-the-lowest-price-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Want a free Apple Watch? Play ZDNET's 'Guessing Game' to win one - only 1 day left]]></title><description><![CDATA[What do you think Apple will announce? It's your last chance to enter the final round of ZDNET's Big Guessing Game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/want-a-free-apple-watch-play-zdnets-guessing-game-to-win-one-only-1-day-left/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/want-a-free-apple-watch-play-zdnets-guessing-game-to-win-one-only-1-day-left/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I compared the cameras on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Pixel 11 Pro Fold - and one pulled ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[I put the two phones' cameras to the test on a recent trip to Germany. It was close, but one phone edged out the other.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-compared-the-cameras-on-the-galaxy-z-fold-8-and-pixel-11-pro-fold-and-one-pulled-ahead/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-compared-the-cameras-on-the-galaxy-z-fold-8-and-pixel-11-pro-fold-and-one-pulled-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Android 17 stops network snoops and SMS blasters now - with ECH and a 2G kill switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest Android 17 update adds broad support for Encrypted Client Hello, among other changes. Here's how they work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-android-17-stops-network-snoops-and-sms-blasters-now-with-ech-and-a-2g-kill-switch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-android-17-stops-network-snoops-and-sms-blasters-now-with-ech-and-a-2g-kill-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 ways I actually use ChatGPT Work in my small business to save time and money]]></title><description><![CDATA[From scanning Gmail to catching ugly loan terms, ChatGPT Work has become my practical small-business assistant. Here's how agentic AI delivers real productivity gains for me.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/5-ways-i-actually-use-chatgpt-work-in-my-small-business-to-save-time-and-money/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/5-ways-i-actually-use-chatgpt-work-in-my-small-business-to-save-time-and-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: People matter - lessons from Pascal to the UK’s first broadband service]]></title><description><![CDATA[Society must celebrate authentic, bold and curious people who deliver real-world impact - and recognise the importance of connecting people, mentors and leadership]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-people-matter-lessons-from-pascal-to-the-uks-first-broadband-service/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-people-matter-lessons-from-pascal-to-the-uks-first-broadband-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've been to Gamescom six times - here's what excited me this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC's Laura Cress gets a first look at the biggest games in Cologne from Witcher 3 to Alien: Isolation 2.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-been-to-gamescom-six-times-heres-what-excited-me-this-year/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-been-to-gamescom-six-times-heres-what-excited-me-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A week with the Google Pixel 11 changed my mind about Gemini (for the better)]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a year of iterative upgrades, Google is introducing smart features that make the base Pixel the standout in its generation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/a-week-with-the-google-pixel-11-changed-my-mind-about-gemini-for-the-better/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/a-week-with-the-google-pixel-11-changed-my-mind-about-gemini-for-the-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This pocket AI voice recorder took me back to the good old days of dictation (and shorthand)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Comulytic Note Pro AI voice recorder packs a lot of power into a credit card-sized device. 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I did the math]]></title><description><![CDATA[It can't be just about harvesting solar power - it's also about storage, and time-shifting cheap, off-peak power to times when it's more expensive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/will-plug-in-solar-plus-batteries-solve-your-power-problem-i-did-the-math/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/will-plug-in-solar-plus-batteries-solve-your-power-problem-i-did-the-math/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Pixel 11 Review: Why the base model is still my favorite, even this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a year of iterative upgrades, Google is introducing smart features that make the base Pixel still the one to buy for most people.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-review-why-the-base-model-is-still-my-favorite-even-this-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-review-why-the-base-model-is-still-my-favorite-even-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xbox boss 'thinking about affordability' of next-gen console]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Asha Sharma also discusses giving gamers digital versions of games they own.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/xbox-boss-thinking-about-affordability-of-next-gen-console/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/xbox-boss-thinking-about-affordability-of-next-gen-console/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ransomware attack volumes hit ‘high-water mark’ in July]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of ransomware attacks hit the highest level seen so far this year in July, according to a report]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ransomware-attack-volumes-hit-high-water-mark-in-july-2/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ransomware-attack-volumes-hit-high-water-mark-in-july-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ransomware attack volumes hit ‘high-water-mark’ in July]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of ransomware attacks hit the highest level seen so far this year in July, according to a report.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ransomware-attack-volumes-hit-high-water-mark-in-july/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ransomware-attack-volumes-hit-high-water-mark-in-july/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[July was the worst month for ransomware victim claims in 2026 - or was it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We shouldn't ignore agentic AI ransomware threats, but the claims of a new ransomware group might be skewing the numbers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/july-was-the-worst-month-for-ransomware-victim-claims-in-2026-or-was-it/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/july-was-the-worst-month-for-ransomware-victim-claims-in-2026-or-was-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 AI development skills you need, according to Andrew Ng - and what experts say he's missing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The rise of generative and agentic AI has dramatically changed the software-building process - and the skills required.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/4-ai-development-skills-you-need-according-to-andrew-ng-and-what-experts-say-hes-missing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/4-ai-development-skills-you-need-according-to-andrew-ng-and-what-experts-say-hes-missing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This simple antivirus tool is the easiest way to scan your Linux PC for threats - for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worried about Linux vulnerabilities or sharing files with Windows users? 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Tell us what you think &ndash; the deadline for voting is 21 September]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/vote-who-should-be-named-the-2026-most-influential-woman-in-uk-tech/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/vote-who-should-be-named-the-2026-most-influential-woman-in-uk-tech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI datacentres must provide proof, not promises]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI datacentre proposals are straining grids, water systems and public trust. 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Here are a dozen we recommend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-early-labor-day-2026-laptop-deals-apple-lenovo-dell-and-more/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-early-labor-day-2026-laptop-deals-apple-lenovo-dell-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You probably have Google Play points you can turn into gift cards - how to check]]></title><description><![CDATA[I had seven years' worth of points I didn't know about, and now I have a Starbucks card to show for them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-probably-have-google-play-points-you-can-turn-into-gift-cards-how-to-check/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-probably-have-google-play-points-you-can-turn-into-gift-cards-how-to-check/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I ditched T-Mobile for Mint and found 3 major drawbacks of smaller carriers - and their workarounds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Downsizing from a 'big three' carrier can save you big money, but it has its downsides. Here's how I'm adapting to them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-ditched-t-mobile-for-mint-and-found-3-major-drawbacks-of-smaller-carriers-and-their-workarounds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-ditched-t-mobile-for-mint-and-found-3-major-drawbacks-of-smaller-carriers-and-their-workarounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I turned my ancient Windows PC into a Chromebook for free - with FydeOS]]></title><description><![CDATA[FydeOS aims to bring a Google Chromebook-like experience to standard PCs, and it succeeds - with a caveat or two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-turned-my-ancient-windows-pc-into-a-chromebook-for-free-with-fydeos/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-turned-my-ancient-windows-pc-into-a-chromebook-for-free-with-fydeos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple's M5 Ultra is its most powerful chip ever - with 4x faster AI performance than M3 Ultra]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Mac Studio with the M5 Ultra will feature up to a whopping 512GB of unified memory, and drive up to eight external displays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apples-m5-ultra-is-its-most-powerful-chip-ever-with-4x-faster-ai-performance-than-m3-ultra/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apples-m5-ultra-is-its-most-powerful-chip-ever-with-4x-faster-ai-performance-than-m3-ultra/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US Treasury sets up quantum readiness unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The US Treasury has established a quantum readiness taskforce to help financial services institutions through the transition to post-quantum cryptography.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/us-treasury-sets-up-quantum-readiness-unit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/us-treasury-sets-up-quantum-readiness-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portable Computer is Perplexity's new local AI agent - why it's a game changer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Running an AI model locally, Perplexity's new Portable Computer can deliver faster performance, tighter security, and lower costs. But it has some strict requirements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/portable-computer-is-perplexitys-new-local-ai-agent-why-its-a-game-changer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/portable-computer-is-perplexitys-new-local-ai-agent-why-its-a-game-changer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Just a hobby, won't be big': Linus Torvalds introduced Linux 35 years ago - and almost called it Freax]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's been 35 years since Finnish graduate student Linus Torvalds drafted a brief note saying he was starting a hobby operating system. The world will never be the same.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/just-a-hobby-wont-be-big-linus-torvalds-introduced-linux-35-years-ago-and-almost-called-it-freax/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/just-a-hobby-wont-be-big-linus-torvalds-introduced-linux-35-years-ago-and-almost-called-it-freax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This free tool keeps my bookmarks synced across Chrome, Firefox, and Edge - here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[I use multiple browsers every day, and this free utility fixed one of my biggest annoyances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-tool-keeps-my-bookmarks-synced-across-chrome-firefox-and-edge-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-tool-keeps-my-bookmarks-synced-across-chrome-firefox-and-edge-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK fintech investment plummets over past six months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lowest level of fintech investment since 2016 after &lsquo;challenging&rsquo; start to 2026, according to KPMG]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uk-fintech-investment-plummets-over-past-six-months/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uk-fintech-investment-plummets-over-past-six-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than 100 apply to review DWP subpostmaster prosecutions as process drags on]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government is seeking to appoint a person tasked with reviewing department&rsquo;s prosecutions of subpostmasters]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/more-than-100-apply-to-review-dwp-subpostmaster-prosecutions-as-process-drags-on/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/more-than-100-apply-to-review-dwp-subpostmaster-prosecutions-as-process-drags-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Songs created by AI banned from Australia's music charts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The move comes weeks after a DJ admitted using AI to remix a Madonna song that topped the Australian charts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/songs-created-by-ai-banned-from-australias-music-charts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/songs-created-by-ai-banned-from-australias-music-charts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina’s ‘techno-authoritarian’ turn expands state spying]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first two years of Javier Milei&rsquo;s administration has served to expand surveillance capabilities, leading to profiling and reprisals across the country, and limiting rights to privacy and freedom of expression]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/argentinas-techno-authoritarian-turn-expands-state-spying/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/argentinas-techno-authoritarian-turn-expands-state-spying/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Businesses must reinvent their processes and workforce to scale agentic AI adoption]]></title><description><![CDATA[Only 15% of US-based organizations have reached scaled, orchestrated, multi-agent adoption, according to the latest Deloitte research.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/businesses-must-reinvent-their-processes-and-workforce-to-scale-agentic-ai-adoption/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/businesses-must-reinvent-their-processes-and-workforce-to-scale-agentic-ai-adoption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best early Labor Day deals to shop now: Save on TVs, Apple devices, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Labor Day is just around the corner, and there are already some great deals available at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-early-labor-day-deals-to-shop-now-save-on-tvs-apple-devices-and-more/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-early-labor-day-deals-to-shop-now-save-on-tvs-apple-devices-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Blink security camera can last up to 2 years on one charge - and it's on sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blink Outdoor 2K+ security camera and Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ are on sale in this bundle deal, but not for long.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-blink-security-camera-can-last-up-to-2-years-on-one-charge-and-its-on-sale/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-blink-security-camera-can-last-up-to-2-years-on-one-charge-and-its-on-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The $649 Fairphone 6+ is the Goldilocks of Android phones - and it's available in the US now]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fairphone is finally selling its latest model in the US. 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Creating is just half the fun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-metas-new-free-vibe-coding-app-to-make-my-own-games-and-it-was-surprisingly-fun/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-metas-new-free-vibe-coding-app-to-make-my-own-games-and-it-was-surprisingly-fun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharing dangerous driving videos is 'truly reprehensible', PM says]]></title><description><![CDATA[His comments come as the government urged TikTok and other social media firms to remove wrong-way driving videos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sharing-dangerous-driving-videos-is-truly-reprehensible-pm-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sharing-dangerous-driving-videos-is-truly-reprehensible-pm-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best early Labor Day Garmin watch deals: Gear up for marathon training for less]]></title><description><![CDATA[Training for a fall marathon? 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so you never text the wrong person again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Android has had the advantage when it comes to changing your message wallpaper - but there is an easy way to do it in iOS 26, too, as long as you don't mind one thing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-change-your-messages-backgrounds-on-iphone-so-you-never-text-the-wrong-person-again/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-change-your-messages-backgrounds-on-iphone-so-you-never-text-the-wrong-person-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You can instantly curate your Discover feed now by telling Google exactly what you want]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're not happy with the algorithm on your Discover page, you'll love this new feature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-instantly-curate-your-discover-feed-now-by-telling-google-exactly-what-you-want/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-instantly-curate-your-discover-feed-now-by-telling-google-exactly-what-you-want/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I can't stop': 80% of developers find AI coding more addictive than helpful]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Coddy Developer Survey revealed that AI coding is leading to a new kind of burnout.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-cant-stop-80-of-developers-find-ai-coding-more-addictive-than-helpful/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-cant-stop-80-of-developers-find-ai-coding-more-addictive-than-helpful/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robot horse and rider steal the spotlight at Chinese conference]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 300 companies are showcasing the latest advances in robotics at the five-day event in Beijing, China, organisers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/robot-horse-and-rider-steal-the-spotlight-at-chinese-conference/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/robot-horse-and-rider-steal-the-spotlight-at-chinese-conference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pixel Watch 4 vs. Pixel Watch 5: Is Google's new model worth it? 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I put them to the test.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-watch-5-vs-garmin-fenix-8-pro-which-has-more-accurate-gps/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-watch-5-vs-garmin-fenix-8-pro-which-has-more-accurate-gps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After one week wearing the Pixel Watch 5, here's what I want most]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Google Pixel Watch 5 is a faster, intelligent smartwatch with some helpful health and wellness features under the hood.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/after-one-week-wearing-the-pixel-watch-5-heres-what-i-want-most/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/after-one-week-wearing-the-pixel-watch-5-heres-what-i-want-most/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple's smart home springs a leak - here's everything we expect to see in September]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're already waiting for the new gen-AI-powered Siri, but a home hub may be on the way as well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apples-smart-home-springs-a-leak-heres-everything-we-expect-to-see-in-september/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apples-smart-home-springs-a-leak-heres-everything-we-expect-to-see-in-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why replacing staff with AI backfires - and 5 ways smart leaders generate real value instead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three-quarters of organizations have found AI layoffs cost more than they saved, and as many as nine in 10 companies would rethink them given the chance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-replacing-staff-with-ai-backfires-and-5-ways-smart-leaders-generate-real-value-instead/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-replacing-staff-with-ai-backfires-and-5-ways-smart-leaders-generate-real-value-instead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wispr Flow is better than your device's built-in voice text tool - how to try it for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Designed for Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android, Wispr Flow is a pleasure to use compared with other voice dictation apps. Here's how.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/wispr-flow-is-better-than-your-devices-built-in-voice-text-tool-how-to-try-it-for-free/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/wispr-flow-is-better-than-your-devices-built-in-voice-text-tool-how-to-try-it-for-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Vine back? Short-form video-sharing app Divine opens to public]]></title><description><![CDATA[The app lets users create six-second looping videos and hosts more than two million classic videos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-vine-back-short-form-video-sharing-app-divine-opens-to-public/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-vine-back-short-form-video-sharing-app-divine-opens-to-public/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The LG C6 OLED TV is one of the most impressive TVs I've tested year - and it's on sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The LG C6 OLED is one of my favorite TVs of 2026, with excellent color accuracy and picture quality - especially for this deal with free wall mounting and a free $200 gift card.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-lg-c6-oled-tv-is-one-of-the-most-impressive-tvs-ive-tested-year-and-its-on-sale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-lg-c6-oled-tv-is-one-of-the-most-impressive-tvs-ive-tested-year-and-its-on-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google will let you tailor your Discover feed using natural language now]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're not happy with the algorithm on your Discover page, you can now tell Google what you want in your own words.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-will-let-you-tailor-your-discover-feed-using-natural-language-now/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-will-let-you-tailor-your-discover-feed-using-natural-language-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roborock Q7 M5+ review: A capable budget robot vacuum that nails the fundamentals]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Q7 M5+ is a strong value robot vacuum for households that want reliable mapping and an auto-empty dock without flagship pricing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/roborock-q7-m5-review-a-capable-budget-robot-vacuum-that-nails-the-fundamentals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/roborock-q7-m5-review-a-capable-budget-robot-vacuum-that-nails-the-fundamentals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Pixel Watch 5 could help me lift heavy - and replace my top strength training app]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google built a special exercise experience into the Pixel Watch 5 to make strength training a little less daunting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-pixel-watch-5-could-help-me-lift-heavy-and-replace-my-top-strength-training-app/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-pixel-watch-5-could-help-me-lift-heavy-and-replace-my-top-strength-training-app/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best and worst AI for your privacy, ranked - and how each handles your data]]></title><description><![CDATA[Incogni researchers analyze 13 AI platforms and the potential risks they each pose to your privacy. The larger the platform, the bigger the risk - with one exception.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-and-worst-ai-for-your-privacy-ranked-and-how-each-handles-your-data/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-and-worst-ai-for-your-privacy-ranked-and-how-each-handles-your-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yes, you can change your Messages backgrounds on iPhone - but there's a catch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Android has had the advantage when it comes to changing your message wallpaper - but there is an easy way to do it in iOS 26, too, as long as you don't mind one thing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/yes-you-can-change-your-messages-backgrounds-on-iphone-but-theres-a-catch/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/yes-you-can-change-your-messages-backgrounds-on-iphone-but-theres-a-catch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You can earn your Google Al Professional Certificate for free - and I highly recommend it]]></title><description><![CDATA[From AI fundamentals to data analysis and app building, Google's certificate covers quite a lot. And there's a way to avoid paying anything to earn your credential.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-earn-your-google-al-professional-certificate-for-free-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-earn-your-google-al-professional-certificate-for-free-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The TCL QM8L proves it's worth the upgrade in our lab testing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Data Byte: The TCL QM8L is the runner-up in best color accuracy in our lab testing of 7 TVs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-tcl-qm8l-proves-its-worth-the-upgrade-in-our-lab-testing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-tcl-qm8l-proves-its-worth-the-upgrade-in-our-lab-testing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 iPad accessories I swear by (including a cheaper Apple Pencil alternative)]]></title><description><![CDATA[I've been using an iPad Air M2 for over two years, and these are my go-to essentials to get the most out of my tablet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/4-ipad-accessories-i-swear-by-including-a-cheaper-apple-pencil-alternative/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/4-ipad-accessories-i-swear-by-including-a-cheaper-apple-pencil-alternative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[These 2 WFH items are a splurge - but I'd highly recommend them]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eureka's Ark SD desk and the FlexiSpot C7 Morpher chair completely elevated my work-from-home experience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/these-2-wfh-items-are-a-splurge-but-id-highly-recommend-them/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/these-2-wfh-items-are-a-splurge-but-id-highly-recommend-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICO police facial recognition audits reveal ‘mixed’ bag]]></title><description><![CDATA[The use of facial recognition technologies by UK police forces requires &lsquo;significant improvements&rsquo; to ensure accountability and public trust, says data regulator]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ico-police-facial-recognition-audits-reveal-mixed-bag/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ico-police-facial-recognition-audits-reveal-mixed-bag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to use your TV as a PC monitor in 3 simple steps (and without buying anything)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Breathe new life into an old TV by setting it up as a PC monitor with gear you may already have around the house.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-use-your-tv-as-a-pc-monitor-in-3-simple-steps-and-without-buying-anything/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-use-your-tv-as-a-pc-monitor-in-3-simple-steps-and-without-buying-anything/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK business hit by 'daylight robbery' 1500% price hike for invoicing software]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Haldenby says his average monthly bill for Harvest had risen from $130 (&pound;95.50) to $2,110.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uk-business-hit-by-daylight-robbery-1500-price-hike-for-invoicing-software/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/uk-business-hit-by-daylight-robbery-1500-price-hike-for-invoicing-software/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chatbots with skills: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[We speak to Starling Bank&rsquo;s deputing CIO, Fred Laurent, about smart tools for the bank&rsquo;s customer facing AI agent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/chatbots-with-skills-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/chatbots-with-skills-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Scottish datacentre ruling nudge spec builds into the open?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland forces councils to flag 50MW-plus datacentre bids to ministers within seven days, as mooted gigawatt campuses prove to be vapour or stall on grid connections]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/will-scottish-datacentre-ruling-nudge-spec-builds-into-the-open/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/will-scottish-datacentre-ruling-nudge-spec-builds-into-the-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starling Bank adds AI-powered skills to customer-facing chatbot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bank plans to introduce AI skills on a regular basis to build out the capabilities of the Starling Assistant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/starling-bank-adds-ai-powered-skills-to-customer-facing-chatbot/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/starling-bank-adds-ai-powered-skills-to-customer-facing-chatbot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Number of girls choosing GCSE computing drops for second year in a row]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a few years, the number of girls choosing computing at GCSE was on the rise, but it has since seen a two-year drop]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/number-of-girls-choosing-gcse-computing-drops-for-second-year-in-a-row/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/number-of-girls-choosing-gcse-computing-drops-for-second-year-in-a-row/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PoliceAI outlines plans to test and assure AI for policing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Computer Weekly speaks with PoliceAI &ndash; a national body set up to build, test and assure artificial intelligence models for policing contexts &ndash; about how it plans to approach the development and implementation of automated policing tools]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/policeai-outlines-plans-to-test-and-assure-ai-for-policing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/policeai-outlines-plans-to-test-and-assure-ai-for-policing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turn datacentre impact uncertainty into datacentre clarity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Driven by AI, soaring datacentre demands require a UK national community impact framework. It must balance growth with transparency, grid readiness, and ratepayer protection]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/turn-datacentre-impact-uncertainty-into-datacentre-clarity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/turn-datacentre-impact-uncertainty-into-datacentre-clarity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is leasing an iPhone right for you? How Apple's Upgrade Program works and who it's for]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple recently partnered with Klarna to revamp its Upgrade Program, which lets you lease some Apple devices for a low monthly fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-leasing-an-iphone-right-for-you-how-apples-upgrade-program-works-and-who-its-for/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-leasing-an-iphone-right-for-you-how-apples-upgrade-program-works-and-who-its-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can MainstreamOS finally make Linux a household name? I tried it to find out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finally, there's a Linux distro that makes Arch and Hyprland easy - while adding the polish of MacOS. What's not to love about MainstreamOS?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/can-mainstreamos-finally-make-linux-a-household-name-i-tried-it-to-find-out/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/can-mainstreamos-finally-make-linux-a-household-name-i-tried-it-to-find-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Comcast router doubles as a motion detector now - and a potential police informant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opinion: Comcast's new motion detection technology could benefit your home, but it also raises privacy concerns. The details are in the fine print.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-comcast-router-doubles-as-a-motion-detector-now-and-a-potential-police-informant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-comcast-router-doubles-as-a-motion-detector-now-and-a-potential-police-informant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After testing the Pixel 11, I feel fine about skipping the Pro models - here's why]]></title><description><![CDATA[The design is largely unchanged from last year, but the Pixel 11 base model has an improved camera, Tensor G6 chip, and new colors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/after-testing-the-pixel-11-i-feel-fine-about-skipping-the-pro-models-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/after-testing-the-pixel-11-i-feel-fine-about-skipping-the-pro-models-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[81,000 warning letters sent to crypto holders in HMRC tax crackdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request the number of letters sent has almost tripled since 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/81000-warning-letters-sent-to-crypto-holders-in-hmrc-tax-crackdown/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/81000-warning-letters-sent-to-crypto-holders-in-hmrc-tax-crackdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monzo says issue with card payments and transfers now resolved]]></title><description><![CDATA[The digital bank said all of its services were now "back up and running"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/monzo-says-issue-with-card-payments-and-transfers-now-resolved/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/monzo-says-issue-with-card-payments-and-transfers-now-resolved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've tested dozens of rugged smartwatches - this one's battery is on a different level]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Suunto Core 2 provides key outdoor metrics, storm alerts, and up to 15 months of battery life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-tested-dozens-of-rugged-smartwatches-this-ones-battery-is-on-a-different-level/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-tested-dozens-of-rugged-smartwatches-this-ones-battery-is-on-a-different-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I replaced my Samsung with the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold - a week later, I'm going back]]></title><description><![CDATA[The subtle changes are nice, but not enough to justify spending $1,900 on Google's latest foldable phone when better alternatives exist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-replaced-my-samsung-with-the-google-pixel-11-pro-fold-a-week-later-im-going-back/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-replaced-my-samsung-with-the-google-pixel-11-pro-fold-a-week-later-im-going-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pixel 11 XL Pro: Google's big flagship is more Pro than ever, but the camera is no big thing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Pixel 11 Pro XL has some gorgeous hardware and some neat AI tricks, but the cameras need good lighting to shine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/pixel-11-xl-pro-googles-big-flagship-is-more-pro-than-ever-but-the-camera-is-no-big-thing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/pixel-11-xl-pro-googles-big-flagship-is-more-pro-than-ever-but-the-camera-is-no-big-thing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried the Fairphone 6+ and - hoo boy! - this repairable phone could be the one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fairphone is finally selling its latest model in the US. The $649 handset has 12 swappable parts, and a replacement battery is only $40. This is truly the Goldilocks of Android phones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-the-fairphone-6-and-hoo-boy-this-repairable-phone-could-be-the-one/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-the-fairphone-6-and-hoo-boy-this-repairable-phone-could-be-the-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League to phase in cyber compliance regime]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Premier League is introducing mandatory cyber compliance rules, but they won&rsquo;t be fully enforced until the end of the decade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/premier-league-to-phase-in-cyber-compliance-regime/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/premier-league-to-phase-in-cyber-compliance-regime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best robot vacuum mops of 2026: Expert tested]]></title><description><![CDATA[We've tested over 50 top robot vacuum-and-mop combos from brands like Roborock, Eufy, Ecovacs, and Dreame to choose the best to keep a home clean.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-robot-vacuum-mops-of-2026-expert-tested/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-robot-vacuum-mops-of-2026-expert-tested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested Bose's new midrange headphones - now the pricey Ultras feel redundant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bose's second-gen QuietComfort headphones retain their $359 price tag, but flaunt meaningful upgrades from their predecessor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-boses-new-midrange-headphones-now-the-pricey-ultras-feel-redundant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-boses-new-midrange-headphones-now-the-pricey-ultras-feel-redundant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interview: How a poker strategy scores in business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Computer Weekly speaks to Jo Living of Aces High about the game of poker and how it relates to personal and business life]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/interview-how-a-poker-strategy-scores-in-business/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/interview-how-a-poker-strategy-scores-in-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI slows down training after its AI carried out hack]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openai-slows-down-training-after-its-ai-carried-out-hack/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openai-slows-down-training-after-its-ai-carried-out-hack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get better color accuracy on your TV with these simple steps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even if it has impressive out-of-the-box color, your new (or old) TV can always benefit from a few simple tweaks to get the best color accuracy possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/get-better-color-accuracy-on-your-tv-with-these-simple-steps/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/get-better-color-accuracy-on-your-tv-with-these-simple-steps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We lab-tested 7 TVs for color accuracy - and the winners weren't Sony or Samsung]]></title><description><![CDATA[ZDNET's latest Lab Award crowns two flagship TVs that have the most accurate color reproduction in SDR and HDR formats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/we-lab-tested-7-tvs-for-color-accuracy-and-the-winners-werent-sony-or-samsung/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/we-lab-tested-7-tvs-for-color-accuracy-and-the-winners-werent-sony-or-samsung/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Framework's new Pro modular laptop is everything I wanted (minus the cost of memory)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Framework 13 Pro is a great example of when brands listen to their consumers - even if price and availability are problematic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/frameworks-new-pro-modular-laptop-is-everything-i-wanted-minus-the-cost-of-memory/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/frameworks-new-pro-modular-laptop-is-everything-i-wanted-minus-the-cost-of-memory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[If you use AI, Firefox is the browser to beat right now - here's why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mozilla has finally released the beta of Firefox Smart Window. I ran it through its paces and found features that might lure me back to my old favorite browser.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/if-you-use-ai-firefox-is-the-browser-to-beat-right-now-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/if-you-use-ai-firefox-is-the-browser-to-beat-right-now-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefox is the browser to beat right now if you use AI - here's why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mozilla has finally released the beta of Firefox Smart Window. I ran it through its paces and found features that might lure me back to my old favorite browser.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/firefox-is-the-browser-to-beat-right-now-if-you-use-ai-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/firefox-is-the-browser-to-beat-right-now-if-you-use-ai-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gartner: Agentic AI won’t benefit from economies of scale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cost of AI inference varies greatly depending on the model and how much thinking and planning agentic AI systems need to do]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gartner-agentic-ai-wont-benefit-from-economies-of-scale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gartner-agentic-ai-wont-benefit-from-economies-of-scale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 6 AI-free Linux distros I recommend most - and why they're likely to stay that way]]></title><description><![CDATA[If AI isn't your jam, and you're looking for an operating system that doesn't (and won't) force it on you, look no further than these Linux distributions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-6-ai-free-linux-distros-i-recommend-most-and-why-theyre-likely-to-stay-that-way/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-6-ai-free-linux-distros-i-recommend-most-and-why-theyre-likely-to-stay-that-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How can the UK plan rationally for its AI datacentre future?]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK digital infrastructure needs a strategic national plan that combines grid discipline, closed-loop cooling, circular hardware, and waste heat recovery to ensure resilience]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-can-the-uk-plan-rationally-for-its-ai-datacentre-future/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-can-the-uk-plan-rationally-for-its-ai-datacentre-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: The day I accidentally found my life’s work]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Mark Wilson accidentally found a lifetime&rsquo;s worth of fascinating problems to solve - it wasn&rsquo;t planned and it certainly wasn&rsquo;t where he expected life to take him]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-the-day-i-accidentally-found-my-lifes-work/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-the-day-i-accidentally-found-my-lifes-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The critical tech staying safe by going underground]]></title><description><![CDATA[The war in Ukraine has spurred people to consider putting vital infrastructure underground.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-critical-tech-staying-safe-by-going-underground/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 01:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-critical-tech-staying-safe-by-going-underground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, US court hears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states started.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-hooked-children-on-facebook-and-instagram-us-court-hears/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-hooked-children-on-facebook-and-instagram-us-court-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested GNOME's glassy new look - and it's simply spectacular]]></title><description><![CDATA[GNOME is finally catching up to other desktop environments, thanks to Aura Glass, a fluid, modern desktop inspired by Apple's Liquid Glass.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-gnomes-glassy-new-look-and-its-simply-spectacular/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-gnomes-glassy-new-look-and-its-simply-spectacular/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Add photos to your iMessages with one tap - how to skip that annoying iOS menu]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest iOS updates have added a ton of unnecessary taps to do simple things like add a photo to a text. But there's an easy trick to get around it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/add-photos-to-your-imessages-with-one-tap-how-to-skip-that-annoying-ios-menu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/add-photos-to-your-imessages-with-one-tap-how-to-skip-that-annoying-ios-menu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One of our favorite Bluetooth tracker cards is under $35 with this exclusive deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[KeySmart's SmartCard (Gen 3) is perfect for Android and Apple users, and it's an extra 20% off with a ZDNET-exclusive code right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/one-of-our-favorite-bluetooth-tracker-cards-is-under-35-with-this-exclusive-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/one-of-our-favorite-bluetooth-tracker-cards-is-under-35-with-this-exclusive-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple addresses multiple WebKit vulnerabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple&rsquo;s latest security updates address a swathe of WebKit vulnerabilities, many of them apparently discovered using OpenAI tools.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-addresses-multiple-webkit-vulnerabilities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-addresses-multiple-webkit-vulnerabilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can you guess Apple's next move? 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We want to know what you think.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/can-you-guess-apples-next-move-last-chance-to-win-big-in-zdnets-big-guessing-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/can-you-guess-apples-next-move-last-chance-to-win-big-in-zdnets-big-guessing-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested Omarchy Quattro, one of the first Linux distros to go all in on AI - and I didn't hate it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Omarchy made me fall in love with Hyprland - can it do the same for AI?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-omarchy-quattro-one-of-the-first-linux-distros-to-go-all-in-on-ai-and-i-didnt-hate-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-omarchy-quattro-one-of-the-first-linux-distros-to-go-all-in-on-ai-and-i-didnt-hate-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ubuntu on Windows outgrowing native installs? Not according to Canonical's Jon Seager]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's some confusion about Ubuntu's popularity on Windows Subsystem for Linux, so I asked Canonical directly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ubuntu-on-windows-outgrowing-native-installs-not-according-to-canonicals-jon-seager/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ubuntu-on-windows-outgrowing-native-installs-not-according-to-canonicals-jon-seager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T-Mobile will cover your first month of 5G home internet and give you up to $200 back - here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest T-Mobile 5G Home Internet offer will get you a first month on T-Mobile and up to $200 back, with a price that won't change for five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/t-mobile-will-cover-your-first-month-of-5g-home-internet-and-give-you-up-to-200-back-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/t-mobile-will-cover-your-first-month-of-5g-home-internet-and-give-you-up-to-200-back-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google's AI can see your business data by default in Workspace - unless you disable it]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Google Workspace, Gemini has access to Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Chat, and more by default. Here's why it matters, and how administrators can disable it today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/googles-ai-can-see-your-business-data-by-default-in-workspace-unless-you-disable-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/googles-ai-can-see-your-business-data-by-default-in-workspace-unless-you-disable-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft reveals customizable context menu for Windows users - how to try it out]]></title><description><![CDATA[You'll be able to tweak the right-click context menus in Windows to remove items you don't want, thereby decreasing the clutter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-reveals-customizable-context-menu-for-windows-users-how-to-try-it-out/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-reveals-customizable-context-menu-for-windows-users-how-to-try-it-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple's iOS 26.6.1 patches 29 security flaws - here's why you'll want to install it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Along with MacOS and iPadOS, the latest update to iOS fixes a host of security bugs that could otherwise leave your device vulnerable to compromise or crashes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apples-ios-2661-patches-29-security-flaws-heres-why-youll-want-to-install-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apples-ios-2661-patches-29-security-flaws-heres-why-youll-want-to-install-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to avoid Claude watermarking your content]]></title><description><![CDATA[The answer is where you least expect it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-avoid-claude-watermarking-your-content/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-avoid-claude-watermarking-your-content/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I found an Android magnifier app for my aging eyes that beats camera zoom - and it's free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is the fine print getting harder to read? 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If so, your best bet is UserLAnd.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/want-to-run-a-full-linux-distro-on-your-android-phone-i-found-the-easiest-way/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/want-to-run-a-full-linux-distro-on-your-android-phone-i-found-the-easiest-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I asked Canonical if Ubuntu on Windows will outgrow native installs as rumored - it's a no]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's some confusion about Ubuntu's popularity on Windows Subsystem for Linux, so I asked Canonical's Jon Seager directly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-asked-canonical-if-ubuntu-on-windows-will-outgrow-native-installs-as-rumored-its-a-no/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-asked-canonical-if-ubuntu-on-windows-will-outgrow-native-installs-as-rumored-its-a-no/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your iPhone's built-in magnifier does way more than help you see the fine print - how to use it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forgot your glasses? You can easily use your iPhone to read small text, or words from far away. Here's how.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-iphones-built-in-magnifier-does-way-more-than-help-you-see-the-fine-print-how-to-use-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-iphones-built-in-magnifier-does-way-more-than-help-you-see-the-fine-print-how-to-use-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI makes ChatGPT less 'human' for teens in new safety update]]></title><description><![CDATA[OpenAI insisted this was not in response to a particular issue with children believing ChatGPT to be alive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openai-makes-chatgpt-less-human-for-teens-in-new-safety-update/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openai-makes-chatgpt-less-human-for-teens-in-new-safety-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google wants you to use its phones less - but I'm skeptical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google is leveraging our poor relationship to technology to sell its new phones - the same relationship it had a hand in creating.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-wants-you-to-use-its-phones-less-but-im-skeptical/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-wants-you-to-use-its-phones-less-but-im-skeptical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Incogni is our favorite service that stops data brokers from selling your info - and it's 58% off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Incogni is taking 58% off annual plans with our code this month only, dropping the Standard plan to $6.79 per month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/incogni-is-our-favorite-service-that-stops-data-brokers-from-selling-your-info-and-its-58-off/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/incogni-is-our-favorite-service-that-stops-data-brokers-from-selling-your-info-and-its-58-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI to help planes avoid climate-warming 'sky graffiti']]></title><description><![CDATA[A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-to-help-planes-avoid-climate-warming-sky-graffiti/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-to-help-planes-avoid-climate-warming-sky-graffiti/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finally, smart blinds that actually match my home's decor - here's why they're worth it]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SelectBlinds window treatments come in dozens of styles and designs, so you don't have to sacrifice aesthetics for convenience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/finally-smart-blinds-that-actually-match-my-homes-decor-heres-why-theyre-worth-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/finally-smart-blinds-that-actually-match-my-homes-decor-heres-why-theyre-worth-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Planning for datacentres needs evidence, not guesswork]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK digital infrastructure growth requires an evidence-led, transparent and dynamic planning framework rather than reliance on speculative forecasts and fragmented local data]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/planning-for-datacentres-needs-evidence-not-guesswork/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/planning-for-datacentres-needs-evidence-not-guesswork/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US states call for big changes to Instagram and Facebook as Meta child privacy trial begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/us-states-call-for-big-changes-to-instagram-and-facebook-as-meta-child-privacy-trial-begins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/us-states-call-for-big-changes-to-instagram-and-facebook-as-meta-child-privacy-trial-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop paying for smartphone storage you don't need - here's a better approach]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to stop wasting money on storage: Think in dollars, not gigabytes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/stop-paying-for-smartphone-storage-you-dont-need-heres-a-better-approach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/stop-paying-for-smartphone-storage-you-dont-need-heres-a-better-approach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lanarkshire gets £300m to fund AI growth zone]]></title><description><![CDATA[DataVita set to exand datacentre capacity while Dell Scotland relocates main office to Lanarkshire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lanarkshire-gets-300m-to-fund-ai-growth-zone/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lanarkshire-gets-300m-to-fund-ai-growth-zone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business adoption of AI agents tripled this year - as measurable ROI emerges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industries are finding the strategies that work best for their business needs, according to Salesforce's latest Agentic Enterprise Index.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/business-adoption-of-ai-agents-tripled-this-year-as-measurable-roi-emerges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/business-adoption-of-ai-agents-tripled-this-year-as-measurable-roi-emerges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI-enriched Linux 7.2 delivers cache-aware scheduling - here's everything new]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest stable kernel also brings filesystem and I/O improvements, and substantial new support across AMD, Intel, Apple, Nvidia, USB4, and laptop hardware.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-enriched-linux-72-delivers-cache-aware-scheduling-heres-everything-new/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-enriched-linux-72-delivers-cache-aware-scheduling-heres-everything-new/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You can turn an old Android into a Raspberry Pi alternative - but know this first]]></title><description><![CDATA[With AI-driven RAM shortages pushing Raspberry Pi prices sky high, here's how to repurpose your old handset into a portable powerhouse for your projects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-turn-an-old-android-into-a-raspberry-pi-alternative-but-know-this-first/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-turn-an-old-android-into-a-raspberry-pi-alternative-but-know-this-first/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google wants you to use its phones less and its AI more - but who's buying it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google is leveraging our poor relationship to technology to sell its new phones - the same relationship it had a hand in creating.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-wants-you-to-use-its-phones-less-and-its-ai-more-but-whos-buying-it/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-wants-you-to-use-its-phones-less-and-its-ai-more-but-whos-buying-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google wants you to use its phones less and its AI more - but I'm skeptical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google is leveraging our poor relationship to technology to sell its new phones - the same relationship it had a hand in creating.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-wants-you-to-use-its-phones-less-and-its-ai-more-but-im-skeptical/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-wants-you-to-use-its-phones-less-and-its-ai-more-but-im-skeptical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I turned an old Android phone into a server for my LAN - here's how and why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Got an old Android phone or tablet lying around? Turn it into a test server for experiments and development - it's simpler than you think.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-turned-an-old-android-phone-into-a-server-for-my-lan-heres-how-and-why/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-turned-an-old-android-phone-into-a-server-for-my-lan-heres-how-and-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multiple organisations investigating fresh wave of Cl0p breaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Multinational giants such as Philips and Shell may have been affected after the Cl0p cyber extortion gang hacked a popular piece of PLM software.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/multiple-organisations-investigating-fresh-wave-of-cl0p-breaches/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/multiple-organisations-investigating-fresh-wave-of-cl0p-breaches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Google Play Store trick saved me over $100 on the Pixel 11 Pro XL - here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's how I saved hundreds on a new phone and watch in just a few seconds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-google-play-store-trick-saved-me-over-100-on-the-pixel-11-pro-xl-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-google-play-store-trick-saved-me-over-100-on-the-pixel-11-pro-xl-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Workspace lets Gemini access your company data by default - how to shut it down]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Google Workspace, Gemini has access to Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Chat, and more by default. Here's why it matters, and how administrators can disable it today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-workspace-lets-gemini-access-your-company-data-by-default-how-to-shut-it-down/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-workspace-lets-gemini-access-your-company-data-by-default-how-to-shut-it-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural History Museum’s ‘living laboratory’ logs 11 million environmental records in first year]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 50 sensors feed temperature, humidity and acoustic readings into the Museum&rsquo;s AWS Data Ecosystem, which found woodland soils stayed 10&deg;C cooler in June&rsquo;s heatwave]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/natural-history-museums-living-laboratory-logs-11-million-environmental-records-in-first-year-2/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/natural-history-museums-living-laboratory-logs-11-million-environmental-records-in-first-year-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Natural History Museum’s “living laboratory” logs 11 million environmental records in first year]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 50 sensors feed temperature, humidity and acoustic readings into the Museum&rsquo;s AWS Data Ecosystem, which found woodland soils stayed 10&deg;C cooler in June&rsquo;s heatwave]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/natural-history-museums-living-laboratory-logs-11-million-environmental-records-in-first-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/natural-history-museums-living-laboratory-logs-11-million-environmental-records-in-first-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've tested dozens of tablets - this $300 TCL is a back-to-school powerhouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Tab A1 Plus Nxtpaper is a new offering from TCL that has arrived just in time to become a partner for school productivity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-tested-dozens-of-tablets-this-300-tcl-is-a-back-to-school-powerhouse/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-tested-dozens-of-tablets-this-300-tcl-is-a-back-to-school-powerhouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Privacy vs Grok GenAI: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[In June, MP Jess Asato began a legal case over AI-generated explicit images of herself generated without her permission by the xAI Grok AI engine]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/privacy-vs-grok-genai-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/privacy-vs-grok-genai-a-computer-weekly-downtime-upload-podcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: Choosing change, building confidence - leading with clarity and resilience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technology is only as strong as the confidence people have in it. Building truly resilient organisations requires a deliberate blend of cultural adaptability, clear leadership, and systems designed for consistency under pressure]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-choosing-change-building-confidence-leading-with-clarity-and-resilience/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-choosing-change-building-confidence-leading-with-clarity-and-resilience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Revealed: Cyber spies used malware from GitHub to hack EncroChat cryptophone network]]></title><description><![CDATA[Computer Weekly reveals for the first time how French cyber spies hacked EncroChat phones used by organised crime groups]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/revealed-cyber-spies-used-malware-from-github-to-hack-encrochat-cryptophone-network/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/revealed-cyber-spies-used-malware-from-github-to-hack-encrochat-cryptophone-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Pixel's new 'HiLight' reminds me of the golden days of Android phones]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google's new LED feature on the Pixel 11 Pro models pays homage to classic notification LEDs, but so far it's subtle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-pixels-new-hilight-reminds-me-of-the-golden-days-of-android-phones/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-pixels-new-hilight-reminds-me-of-the-golden-days-of-android-phones/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Pixel 11 Pro vs. Apple iPhone 17 Pro: How the new Pixel competes with its biggest rival]]></title><description><![CDATA[I've tested both phones, and they're neck and neck. Here's where they each succeed (and have room for improvement).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-pro-vs-apple-iphone-17-pro-how-the-new-pixel-competes-with-its-biggest-rival/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-pro-vs-apple-iphone-17-pro-how-the-new-pixel-competes-with-its-biggest-rival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Pixel 11 vs. Pixel 9: Why I'm considering the upgrade this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you didn't upgrade last year (or the year before), there's a good case to be made for the new Pixel 11.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-vs-pixel-9-why-im-considering-the-upgrade-this-year/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-vs-pixel-9-why-im-considering-the-upgrade-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I survived two years as prime minister in a hit new game - then my cabinet deserted me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mobile game No 10: Full Confidence recently ranked above Minecraft on the UK App Store paid games chart]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-survived-two-years-as-prime-minister-in-a-hit-new-game-then-my-cabinet-deserted-me/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-survived-two-years-as-prime-minister-in-a-hit-new-game-then-my-cabinet-deserted-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Booksellers are reporting mysterious bulk orders. It's thought the books are being used to train AI - and ending up pulped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/secondhand-book-sales-are-booming-is-it-because-of-ai/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/secondhand-book-sales-are-booming-is-it-because-of-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No space for bookshelf speakers? The Victrola Soundstage sits neatly under my turntable]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Victrola Soundstage is ideal for those who want to build their vinyl system up rather than out, with plenty of digital and analog connections for every kind of listener.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/no-space-for-bookshelf-speakers-the-victrola-soundstage-sits-neatly-under-my-turntable/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/no-space-for-bookshelf-speakers-the-victrola-soundstage-sits-neatly-under-my-turntable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why tech bosses keep sharing their manifestos about AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg is the latest Big Tech name to pen a letter thousands of words long about AI.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-tech-bosses-keep-sharing-their-manifestos-about-ai/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-tech-bosses-keep-sharing-their-manifestos-about-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Meet can take notes for your in-person meetings now - here's how it works]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google's Gemini-driven meeting software can now save a transcript, send it to Google Drive, and email you a copy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-meet-can-take-notes-for-your-in-person-meetings-now-heres-how-it-works/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-meet-can-take-notes-for-your-in-person-meetings-now-heres-how-it-works/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested an Android app that lets anyone fight censorship - and shows your impact in real time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most apps make our personal lives easier. This one helps the oppressed communicate by turning your phone into a Tor proxy. No technical knowledge needed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-an-android-app-that-lets-anyone-fight-censorship-and-shows-your-impact-in-real-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-an-android-app-that-lets-anyone-fight-censorship-and-shows-your-impact-in-real-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple is warning users of new spyware attacks - what to do if you're a target]]></title><description><![CDATA[New spyware attacks are aimed at journalists, activists, politicians, diplomats, and others. Here's how Apple is notifying them and what they should do - after turning on Lockdown Mode.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-is-warning-users-of-new-spyware-attacks-what-to-do-if-youre-a-target/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-is-warning-users-of-new-spyware-attacks-what-to-do-if-youre-a-target/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dell XPS 13 review: The first budget laptop to rival Neo raises the bar for all PCs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Dell XPS 13 flaunts build quality rarely seen at this price point, but not without trade-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dell-xps-13-review-the-first-budget-laptop-to-rival-neo-raises-the-bar-for-all-pcs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dell-xps-13-review-the-first-budget-laptop-to-rival-neo-raises-the-bar-for-all-pcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ChatGPT's new Computer History tracks your Mac activity to create a timeline -  but should you let it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rolling out to ChatGPT's Mac app, Computer History creates a timeline from your activities across the apps and websites you use on your Mac. Is that a privacy risk?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/chatgpts-new-computer-history-tracks-your-mac-activity-to-create-a-timeline-but-should-you-let-it/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/chatgpts-new-computer-history-tracks-your-mac-activity-to-create-a-timeline-but-should-you-let-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I used OpenFactory to build my own Linux distro overnight - this AI tool is going to be big]]></title><description><![CDATA[Need a custom Linux distribution, but don't have time to learn how to build one? OpenFactory can help you.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-used-openfactory-to-build-my-own-linux-distro-overnight-this-ai-tool-is-going-to-be-big/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-used-openfactory-to-build-my-own-linux-distro-overnight-this-ai-tool-is-going-to-be-big/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quintas Energy deploys AI through Box to power workflows]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company is using artifical intelligence with Box to help it classify and understand documentation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/quintas-energy-deploys-ai-through-box-to-power-workflows/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/quintas-energy-deploys-ai-through-box-to-power-workflows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Most Influential Women in UK Tech: The 2026 longlist]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Computer Weekly&rsquo;s search for this year&rsquo;s top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech, hundreds of women have been put forward for consideration. Here, we look at a list of everyone nominated in 2026]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/most-influential-women-in-uk-tech-the-2026-longlist/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/most-influential-women-in-uk-tech-the-2026-longlist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: Still amazed - three times computers changed my life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite disappointment at the pollution of the internet's utopian ideals, cyber security expert Martin Lee sees hope in future generations experiencing the spark of amazement that launched his career in tech]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-still-amazed-three-times-computers-changed-my-life/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-still-amazed-three-times-computers-changed-my-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This free Android assistant fixes my biggest Gemini frustration - and keeps my data private]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Google set to retire Assistant, and Gemini not exactly the replacement many of us want, Dicio is a solid option. There's one catch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-android-assistant-fixes-my-biggest-gemini-frustration-and-keeps-my-data-private/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-android-assistant-fixes-my-biggest-gemini-frustration-and-keeps-my-data-private/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried the new ChatGPT Desktop App for Linux - but I'll stick to my browser for now]]></title><description><![CDATA[This preview release of ChatGPT Desktop for Linux supports Ubuntu, Debian, and Fedora is here.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-the-new-chatgpt-desktop-app-for-linux-but-ill-stick-to-my-browser-for-now/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-the-new-chatgpt-desktop-app-for-linux-but-ill-stick-to-my-browser-for-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gemini voice calling on Android Auto keeps failing me - and Google has until September to fix it]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Google Assistant shutting down this fall, Android users will be left with inferior voice calling, thanks to Gemini.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gemini-voice-calling-on-android-auto-keeps-failing-me-and-google-has-until-september-to-fix-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gemini-voice-calling-on-android-auto-keeps-failing-me-and-google-has-until-september-to-fix-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Micro RGB TV rivals pricier OLED models - and I'd recommend it, especially on sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Samsung R95H is built with an all-new Micro RGB panel that delivers truly impressive color and contrast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-micro-rgb-tv-rivals-pricier-oled-models-and-id-recommend-it-especially-on-sale/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-micro-rgb-tv-rivals-pricier-oled-models-and-id-recommend-it-especially-on-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I wore Samsung's and Apple's Ultra smartwatches for 3 weeks - apps made all the difference]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are top-tier rugged smartwatches with similar features, but one stands out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-wore-samsungs-and-apples-ultra-smartwatches-for-3-weeks-apps-made-all-the-difference/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-wore-samsungs-and-apples-ultra-smartwatches-for-3-weeks-apps-made-all-the-difference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You're using DND all wrong: 5 powerful Do Not Disturb settings to try on your iPhone today]]></title><description><![CDATA[DND is so much more than a way to silence your phone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/youre-using-dnd-all-wrong-5-powerful-do-not-disturb-settings-to-try-on-your-iphone-today/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/youre-using-dnd-all-wrong-5-powerful-do-not-disturb-settings-to-try-on-your-iphone-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bumble divides users by ditching its signature 'women-first' chat rule]]></title><description><![CDATA[The dating app's boss says the move is in response to a successful trial and a change in what users want.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/bumble-divides-users-by-ditching-its-signature-women-first-chat-rule/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/bumble-divides-users-by-ditching-its-signature-women-first-chat-rule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft is merging Copilot and Copilot 365 into one unified app - and retiring 3 features]]></title><description><![CDATA[The move should cut down on the confusion between the two apps, especially for anyone who bounces back and forth between the two of them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-is-merging-copilot-and-copilot-365-into-one-unified-app-and-retiring-3-features/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-is-merging-copilot-and-copilot-365-into-one-unified-app-and-retiring-3-features/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flock boss admits surveillance firm took too long to act over police abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[US police officers have quit after using licence plate-reading cameras to track romantic partners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/flock-boss-admits-surveillance-firm-took-too-long-to-act-over-police-abuse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/flock-boss-admits-surveillance-firm-took-too-long-to-act-over-police-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[75% of developers I surveyed prefer Claude Code - here's why they choose it over Codex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three out of four of the 138 developers I surveyed use Claude Code. Here's what they say matters in daily AI coding workflows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/75-of-developers-i-surveyed-prefer-claude-code-heres-why-they-choose-it-over-codex/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/75-of-developers-i-surveyed-prefer-claude-code-heres-why-they-choose-it-over-codex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Android can now tap to share for contact info, photos, and more - which phones get it first]]></title><description><![CDATA[The process of sending someone a file or sharing your information on Android just got a lot simpler.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/android-can-now-tap-to-share-for-contact-info-photos-and-more-which-phones-get-it-first/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/android-can-now-tap-to-share-for-contact-info-photos-and-more-which-phones-get-it-first/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twitch users outraged as Amazon uses their content to train AI in opt-out feature]]></title><description><![CDATA[Users of the popular streaming platform criticised allowing Amazon to use their data by dafault.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/twitch-users-outraged-as-amazon-uses-their-content-to-train-ai-in-opt-out-feature/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/twitch-users-outraged-as-amazon-uses-their-content-to-train-ai-in-opt-out-feature/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon is using Twitch to train generative AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[The streaming platform's users criticised the move to allow the use of channel content for AI training.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-is-using-twitch-to-train-generative-ai/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-is-using-twitch-to-train-generative-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-level computing on the rise as more girls choose to code]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of students choosing to study computing at A-level has increased slightly this year, and the number of girls taking the subject has grown for the seventh year running]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/a-level-computing-on-the-rise-as-more-girls-choose-to-code/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/a-level-computing-on-the-rise-as-more-girls-choose-to-code/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rimini Street bids to broaden CIO appeal with agentic AI 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Here's how they compare.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-i-compared-the-latest-flagships-heres-my-take/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-i-compared-the-latest-flagships-heres-my-take/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: I compared both - this one pulls ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both models are large and boast the best from each manufacturer, but which one makes the most sense for your needs?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-pro-xl-vs-samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-i-compared-both-this-one-pulls-ahead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-pro-xl-vs-samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-i-compared-both-this-one-pulls-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Pixel 11 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S26: I compared the two Android flagships, here's my pick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google's new Pixel 11 Pro has a lot going for it, but how does it stack against Samsung's Galaxy S26?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-s26-i-compared-the-two-android-flagships-heres-my-pick/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-pixel-11-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-s26-i-compared-the-two-android-flagships-heres-my-pick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every Pixel device announced at Made by Google 2026: 11 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 5, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google's latest Pixel lineup is a little pricier, has a new LED lighting feature, and debuts alongside a new finder tag.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/every-pixel-device-announced-at-made-by-google-2026-11-pro-fold-pixel-watch-5-and-more/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/every-pixel-device-announced-at-made-by-google-2026-11-pro-fold-pixel-watch-5-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Claude Code vs. Codex: Why I use both and how to choose one (if you must)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both are astonishingly capable, but subscription choices, coding environments, and hidden ecosystem advantages could make one better for you personally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/claude-code-vs-codex-why-i-use-both-and-how-to-choose-one-if-you-must/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/claude-code-vs-codex-why-i-use-both-and-how-to-choose-one-if-you-must/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Aptoide safe? 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So why pay a lot more for basically the same service?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-ditched-t-mobile-for-mint-after-10-years-and-saved-120month-without-any-service-issues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-ditched-t-mobile-for-mint-after-10-years-and-saved-120month-without-any-service-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I use Google Magnifier to see very small print (when I can't find my glasses)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you regularly find yourself in a situation where you've left your glasses behind and you need to read fine print or something far away, Google has an app right up your alley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-use-google-magnifier-to-see-very-small-print-when-i-cant-find-my-glasses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-use-google-magnifier-to-see-very-small-print-when-i-cant-find-my-glasses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Magnifier helps me see very small print (when I can't find my glasses)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you regularly find yourself in a situation where you've left your glasses behind and you need to read fine print or something far away, Google has an app right up your alley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-magnifier-helps-me-see-very-small-print-when-i-cant-find-my-glasses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-magnifier-helps-me-see-very-small-print-when-i-cant-find-my-glasses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dubai ranks second globally in AI adoption as investment in digital infrastructure accelerates]]></title><description><![CDATA[BCG&rsquo;s Intelligent Cities Index highlights how the emirate is translating artificial intelligence ambitions into large-scale deployment, supported by investments in datacentres, sovereign AI initiatives and digital infrastructure]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dubai-ranks-second-globally-in-ai-adoption-as-investment-in-digital-infrastructure-accelerates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dubai-ranks-second-globally-in-ai-adoption-as-investment-in-digital-infrastructure-accelerates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NBN Co passes fibre tipping point as speed uplift carries FY26 growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia&rsquo;s wholesale broadband operator met or beat its full-year guidance as copper-to-fibre migration hit record levels]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nbn-co-passes-fibre-tipping-point-as-speed-uplift-carries-fy26-growth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nbn-co-passes-fibre-tipping-point-as-speed-uplift-carries-fy26-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: Information management in a world of ‘too much to know’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Information management goes back several centuries &ndash; long before what we now call information technology. For Computer Weekly journalist Brian McKenna, it&rsquo;s a perfect parallel for contextualising modern techniques]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-information-management-in-a-world-of-too-much-to-know/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-information-management-in-a-world-of-too-much-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: A ringside seat as computers transformed banking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Few industries have been transformed by technology as much as financial services - and banking veteran James Martin has been there to see it happen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-a-ringside-seat-as-computers-transformed-banking/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cw60-a-ringside-seat-as-computers-transformed-banking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where next for digital government?]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this week&rsquo;s Computer Weekly, after new UK prime minister Andy Burnham scrapped the Whitehall department responsible for technology, we examine the future for digital government. As pressure grows on cyber security leaders, we find out how security chiefs can avoid burnout. And the CTO of Thomson Reuters discusses how to keep up with the pace of AI developments. Read the issue now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/where-next-for-digital-government/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/where-next-for-digital-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sovereignty beyond residency: Why Gulf governments must rethink AI control]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vast Data&rsquo;s Haider Aziz argues that auditability, portability and governance will determine the success of sovereign artificial intelligence initiatives across the Middle East]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sovereignty-beyond-residency-why-gulf-governments-must-rethink-ai-control/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sovereignty-beyond-residency-why-gulf-governments-must-rethink-ai-control/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why sexualisation of women by Grok’s GenAI is a data privacy issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[MP Jess Asato discusses her landmark legal case against xAI, explaining why she believes AI companies must be held accountable for privacy violations]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-sexualisation-of-women-by-groks-genai-is-a-data-privacy-issue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-sexualisation-of-women-by-groks-genai-is-a-data-privacy-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why software factories are back - and how they work in the age of AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Imagine submitting your vibe-coded app to a service that validates, tests, and then mass-produces it in a repeatable, automated fashion for delivery to a wide audience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-software-factories-are-back-and-how-they-work-in-the-age-of-ai/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-software-factories-are-back-and-how-they-work-in-the-age-of-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to create flyers with AI that people won't hate: 8 tips (and prompts) that really work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most AI flyers are still a mess, but the right prompts can make all the difference.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-create-flyers-with-ai-that-people-wont-hate-8-tips-and-prompts-that-really-work/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-create-flyers-with-ai-that-people-wont-hate-8-tips-and-prompts-that-really-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A developer got Word 1.1a from 1990 to run on Windows 11 - try it yourself]]></title><description><![CDATA[Longing for a plain, old-fashioned version of Microsoft Word without all the bells, whistles, and AI slop? One developer managed to coax Word 1.1a to run on today's Windows.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/a-developer-got-word-11a-from-1990-to-run-on-windows-11-try-it-yourself/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/a-developer-got-word-11a-from-1990-to-run-on-windows-11-try-it-yourself/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Linux desktop use surged to 22% on one workday, Cloudflare data shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Linux desktop's popularity is growing fast, and there are a few reasons why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/linux-desktop-use-surged-to-22-on-one-workday-cloudflare-data-shows/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/linux-desktop-use-surged-to-22-on-one-workday-cloudflare-data-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried Opera's new vertical tabs - and it might be the best implementation yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[If the lack of vertical tabs has kept you from adopting the Opera browser, you might want to take another look.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-operas-new-vertical-tabs-and-it-might-be-the-best-implementation-yet/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-operas-new-vertical-tabs-and-it-might-be-the-best-implementation-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nvidia's open Nemotron 3.5 Lightning model is all about specialized, local agentic AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidias-open-nemotron-35-lightning-model-is-all-about-specialized-local-agentic-ai/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidias-open-nemotron-35-lightning-model-is-all-about-specialized-local-agentic-ai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This $50 power bank is safer than my lithium-ion battery - and it's coming on my next flight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lithium-ion power banks keep catching fire. Is semi-solid-state the safer solution?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-50-power-bank-is-safer-than-my-lithium-ion-battery-and-its-coming-on-my-next-flight/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-50-power-bank-is-safer-than-my-lithium-ion-battery-and-its-coming-on-my-next-flight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI agent hacks gym to get its user a spot in pilates class]]></title><description><![CDATA[The incident is being seen as the latest example of the AI tools going to any lengths to complete their tasks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-agent-hacks-gym-to-get-its-user-a-spot-in-pilates-class/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-agent-hacks-gym-to-get-its-user-a-spot-in-pilates-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best robot mowers of 2026: Expert tested]]></title><description><![CDATA[I went hands-on with the best robot mowers that can cut your lawn regularly, so you can kick back and relax this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-robot-mowers-of-2026-expert-tested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-robot-mowers-of-2026-expert-tested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 simple gadgets that can make your home smarter for under $100]]></title><description><![CDATA[You don't have to spend lots of money to make your home smarter. Here are the best affordable gadgets to upgrade your space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/7-simple-gadgets-that-can-make-your-home-smarter-for-under-100/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/7-simple-gadgets-that-can-make-your-home-smarter-for-under-100/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wall Street giants hand Nvidia $500bn to fund boom in AI projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The money will be used to develop new data centres to house, operate, and cool miles of stacked computer chips that process AI data and actions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/wall-street-giants-hand-nvidia-500bn-to-fund-boom-in-ai-projects/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/wall-street-giants-hand-nvidia-500bn-to-fund-boom-in-ai-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 60% of people regretted taking social media financial advice]]></title><description><![CDATA[TSB survey of 2,000 people found that one in four have used artificial intelligence for financial advice]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nearly-60-of-people-regretted-taking-social-media-financial-advice/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nearly-60-of-people-regretted-taking-social-media-financial-advice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why the next AI race will be won at the inference layer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Growing adoption of agentic AI is exposing the limitations of single-stack infrastructure, prompting enterprises to rethink how models, hardware and sovereignty are managed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-the-next-ai-race-will-be-won-at-the-inference-layer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-the-next-ai-race-will-be-won-at-the-inference-layer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gartner: Why cyber security must shift to outcomes against AI-led attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthropic&rsquo;s revelation that a model broke out of its test environment three times and accessed external systems shows the power of these models]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gartner-why-cyber-security-must-shift-to-outcomes-against-ai-led-attacks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gartner-why-cyber-security-must-shift-to-outcomes-against-ai-led-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried Google Wallet's new allowance feature, and my kid already ditched their debit card]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new feature lets you send money to your children without them needing a card or separate account.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-google-wallets-new-allowance-feature-and-my-kid-already-ditched-their-debit-card/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-google-wallets-new-allowance-feature-and-my-kid-already-ditched-their-debit-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This pocket-sized gadget helped cut down our editor's screen time - and it's on sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brick can curb your screen time, and it's on sale for a limited time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-pocket-sized-gadget-helped-cut-down-our-editors-screen-time-and-its-on-sale/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-pocket-sized-gadget-helped-cut-down-our-editors-screen-time-and-its-on-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why recovery readiness has become the new standard for cyber resilience]]></title><description><![CDATA[As outages become more expensive and frequent, recovery readiness is emerging as the true measure of resilience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-recovery-readiness-has-become-the-new-standard-for-cyber-resilience/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-recovery-readiness-has-become-the-new-standard-for-cyber-resilience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried Google Wallet's new allowance feature, and my kid's already ditched their debit card]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new feature lets you send money to your children without them needing a card or separate account.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-google-wallets-new-allowance-feature-and-my-kids-already-ditched-their-debit-card/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-google-wallets-new-allowance-feature-and-my-kids-already-ditched-their-debit-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why managers are ransomware's top targets now - and 6 ways to stay safe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost two-thirds of the victims targeted in a single ransomware campaign held managerial positions or higher.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-managers-are-ransomwares-top-targets-now-and-6-ways-to-stay-safe/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-managers-are-ransomwares-top-targets-now-and-6-ways-to-stay-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This blazing-fast, super-private browser delivers a brand new beta - try it for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[The zero-telemetry Orion browser finally makes its way to Linux as a beta release. It's also available for MacOS, iOS, and iPadOS, with a Windows version coming soon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-blazing-fast-super-private-browser-delivers-a-brand-new-beta-try-it-for-free/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-blazing-fast-super-private-browser-delivers-a-brand-new-beta-try-it-for-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried a solar-powered AirTag alternative that lasts 2 years - and looks like my Apple Watch]]></title><description><![CDATA[This finder tag has excellent range, and it's built for the outdoors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-a-solar-powered-airtag-alternative-that-lasts-2-years-and-looks-like-my-apple-watch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-a-solar-powered-airtag-alternative-that-lasts-2-years-and-looks-like-my-apple-watch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Mac dock gives me lag-free dual displays with no sketchy drivers - for $150]]></title><description><![CDATA[I finally get full support for two displays - without paying Thunderbolt prices. But there is a catch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-mac-dock-gives-me-lag-free-dual-displays-with-no-sketchy-drivers-for-150/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-mac-dock-gives-me-lag-free-dual-displays-with-no-sketchy-drivers-for-150/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We lab-tested Ecovac's next-gen robot mop - here's where it shines (and struggles)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone is not just a mouthful; it's a market leader in features and intelligence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/we-lab-tested-ecovacs-next-gen-robot-mop-heres-where-it-shines-and-struggles/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/we-lab-tested-ecovacs-next-gen-robot-mop-heres-where-it-shines-and-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Claude's Record-a-Skill cut my research from hours to 30 minutes - but the magic has limits]]></title><description><![CDATA[I used Claude Cowork to automate a workflow, and the result was remarkably effective, but it exposed four drawbacks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/claudes-record-a-skill-cut-my-research-from-hours-to-30-minutes-but-the-magic-has-limits/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/claudes-record-a-skill-cut-my-research-from-hours-to-30-minutes-but-the-magic-has-limits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tech leaders say AI means less work - their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/tech-leaders-say-ai-means-less-work-their-staff-say-they-work-up-to-90-hours-a-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/tech-leaders-say-ai-means-less-work-their-staff-say-they-work-up-to-90-hours-a-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CW@60: From the absurd to the obvious - 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and loads it with debt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/saudi-led-group-completes-55bn-purchase-of-gaming-giant-ea/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/saudi-led-group-completes-55bn-purchase-of-gaming-giant-ea/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpaceX's first-ever earnings show higher revenues and huge spending]]></title><description><![CDATA[Elon Musk said during a call with financial analysts that people were "underestimating" his company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/spacexs-first-ever-earnings-show-higher-revenues-and-huge-spending/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/spacexs-first-ever-earnings-show-higher-revenues-and-huge-spending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marshall Stanmore IV vs. Sonos Era 300: I tested both to find the ultimate home speaker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both Marshall and Sonos speakers play to their strengths, but the right one for you depends on more than their price tags.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/marshall-stanmore-iv-vs-sonos-era-300-i-tested-both-to-find-the-ultimate-home-speaker/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/marshall-stanmore-iv-vs-sonos-era-300-i-tested-both-to-find-the-ultimate-home-speaker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[15+ gadgets that can upgrade your dorm room from basic to better]]></title><description><![CDATA[We rounded up all the best tech essentials for a college dorm you may need this back-to-school season, from smart speakers to wireless chargers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/15-gadgets-that-can-upgrade-your-dorm-room-from-basic-to-better/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/15-gadgets-that-can-upgrade-your-dorm-room-from-basic-to-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ninja Slushi makes vacation-worthy frozen drinks, and I highly recommend it (especially on sale)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The popular Ninja Slushi is on sale for under $300 once again. Here's where to find the deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-ninja-slushi-makes-vacation-worthy-frozen-drinks-and-i-highly-recommend-it-especially-on-sale/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-ninja-slushi-makes-vacation-worthy-frozen-drinks-and-i-highly-recommend-it-especially-on-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sennheiser Momentum 5 vs. Bowers &amp; Wilkins Px7 S3: I tested both, and one wins nearly every metric]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Momentum 5 and the Px7 S3 have similar spec sheets, but their real-life use cases set them apart.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sennheiser-momentum-5-vs-bowers-amp-wilkins-px7-s3-i-tested-both-and-one-wins-nearly-every-metric/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sennheiser-momentum-5-vs-bowers-amp-wilkins-px7-s3-i-tested-both-and-one-wins-nearly-every-metric/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Android launcher made my home screen fun again - and I'm using the free version]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're in the mood for some whimsy, Mango Launcher is what you want.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-android-launcher-made-my-home-screen-fun-again-and-im-using-the-free-version/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-android-launcher-made-my-home-screen-fun-again-and-im-using-the-free-version/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I bought cheap smoke detectors and soon regretted it - here's what I recommend now]]></title><description><![CDATA[The X-Sense smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are easy to install and offer good value for money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-bought-cheap-smoke-detectors-and-soon-regretted-it-heres-what-i-recommend-now/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-bought-cheap-smoke-detectors-and-soon-regretted-it-heres-what-i-recommend-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I switched to this SSD enclosure - and immediately saw faster rendering speeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[TerraMaster's D1 SSD Pro keeps your drives cool enough to perform at their peak.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-switched-to-this-ssd-enclosure-and-immediately-saw-faster-rendering-speeds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-switched-to-this-ssd-enclosure-and-immediately-saw-faster-rendering-speeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 overlooked CarPlay features you'll wish you tried sooner - and why]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can get more from CarPlay - beyond Maps and Music - with these free features.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/3-overlooked-carplay-features-youll-wish-you-tried-sooner-and-why/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/3-overlooked-carplay-features-youll-wish-you-tried-sooner-and-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home batteries cost thousands. So why would 91% of owners buy one again?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Up-front cost is a big barrier for those considering battery systems, but homeowner experience shows why the value overshadows the sticker shock almost every time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/home-batteries-cost-thousands-so-why-would-91-of-owners-buy-one-again/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/home-batteries-cost-thousands-so-why-would-91-of-owners-buy-one-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Got an Intel Mac? 6 ways you can repurpose it after support ends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tahoe is the last update for your Intel Mac, but you can still find creative uses for it when support ends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/got-an-intel-mac-6-ways-you-can-repurpose-it-after-support-ends/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/got-an-intel-mac-6-ways-you-can-repurpose-it-after-support-ends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hatch's new clock skips the sleep score and tracks you at night instead - here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hatch's latest clock doubles as a sleep tracker that provides you with actual ways to get a better night's sleep, not just more data.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/hatchs-new-clock-skips-the-sleep-score-and-tracks-you-at-night-instead-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/hatchs-new-clock-skips-the-sleep-score-and-tracks-you-at-night-instead-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft finally realized Windows 11 is too annoying. Can it be fixed?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Microsoft's latest progress report details much-needed Windows 11 improvements in reliability, performance, stability, and usability. But pressure to monetize key features remains.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-finally-realized-windows-11-is-too-annoying-can-it-be-fixed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-finally-realized-windows-11-is-too-annoying-can-it-be-fixed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best anti-AI smartphones in 2026: Expert tested and recommended]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sick to death of unwanted AI features getting stuffed into your smartphone? We tested the best models from Apple, Samsung, and more that forego AI in favor of features you actually need.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-anti-ai-smartphones-in-2026-expert-tested-and-recommended/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-anti-ai-smartphones-in-2026-expert-tested-and-recommended/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple issues new challenge against UK order for access to private user data]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is the latest development in the ongoing dispute between Apple and the Home Office over data privacy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-issues-new-challenge-against-uk-order-for-access-to-private-user-data/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:22:00 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theaters with new technology like RGB Mini LED panels and AI integration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-hisense-tvs-of-2026-expert-tested-for-streaming-gaming-and-more/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-hisense-tvs-of-2026-expert-tested-for-streaming-gaming-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI is finding bugs faster than humans can fix them: How enterprise security teams must adapt]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's far easier to find security holes than to fix them, and leaving it to AI can introduce 9 times as many new vulnerabilities as developers do.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-is-finding-bugs-faster-than-humans-can-fix-them-how-enterprise-security-teams-must-adapt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:00:00 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experimentation to operational scale]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/adnoc-shifts-ai-strategy-from-isolated-pilots-to-enterprise-wide-operations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/adnoc-shifts-ai-strategy-from-isolated-pilots-to-enterprise-wide-operations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time to rethink US frontier AI model dominance]]></title><description><![CDATA[DeepSeek has done it again, usurping US AI power when it comes to cost by demonstrating that artificial intelligence can be done on the cheap]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/time-to-rethink-us-frontier-ai-model-dominance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/time-to-rethink-us-frontier-ai-model-dominance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nvidia-backed Open Secure AI Alliance puts AI security and sovereignty in focus for Middle East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industry coalition aims to develop open tools for securing artificial intelligence systems, a model that could resonate strongly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as governments and enterprises seek greater control over AI infrastructure, data and cyber risk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidia-backed-open-secure-ai-alliance-puts-ai-security-and-sovereignty-in-focus-for-middle-east/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/nvidia-backed-open-secure-ai-alliance-puts-ai-security-and-sovereignty-in-focus-for-middle-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Payment fraud a ‘fully fledged’ transnational security threat, says think tank]]></title><description><![CDATA[Authorised payment fraud has moved way beyond being a consumer protection issue, says the Royal United Services Institute]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/payment-fraud-a-fully-fledged-transnational-security-threat-says-think-tank/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/payment-fraud-a-fully-fledged-transnational-security-threat-says-think-tank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The King spoke not a word on AI - then the end of term turned]]></title><description><![CDATA[The UK government went through a whole parliamentary term without consideration of AI legislation - will a new prime minister take a different approach?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-king-spoke-not-a-word-on-ai-then-the-end-of-term-turned/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-king-spoke-not-a-word-on-ai-then-the-end-of-term-turned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How AI kicked in for the 2026 FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this week&rsquo;s Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes at the technology operations centre for the FIFA World Cup to find out how AI helped make the football even better for fans. Our latest buyer&rsquo;s guide looks at the impact that AI is having on cyber security. And Virgin Atlantic explains the safety-first approach it&rsquo;s taking for its customer service AI chatbot. Read the issue now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-ai-kicked-in-for-the-2026-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 06:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-ai-kicked-in-for-the-2026-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tokenomics: Why making AI pay is tricky]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/tokenomics-why-making-ai-pay-is-tricky/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 01:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/tokenomics-why-making-ai-pay-is-tricky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ember Smart Mug 2 will keep your coffee warm for hours - and it's on sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keep your coffee, tea, or hot chocolate at the perfect temperature with the Ember self-heating mug.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-ember-smart-mug-2-will-keep-your-coffee-warm-for-hours-and-its-on-sale/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-ember-smart-mug-2-will-keep-your-coffee-warm-for-hours-and-its-on-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T-Mobile will give you the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip for practically nothing if you preorder now]]></title><description><![CDATA[New and existing T-Mobile customers can save up to $1,100 on Samsung's latest flip phone now (including the pink color). Here's how.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/t-mobile-will-give-you-the-new-samsung-galaxy-z-flip-for-practically-nothing-if-you-preorder-now/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/t-mobile-will-give-you-the-new-samsung-galaxy-z-flip-for-practically-nothing-if-you-preorder-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried buying a MacBook Air from Apple today - shipping was delayed by over a month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple is starting to feel the global memory shortage, with MacBook Air shipments delayed by a month or more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-buying-a-macbook-air-from-apple-today-shipping-was-delayed-by-over-a-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-buying-a-macbook-air-from-apple-today-shipping-was-delayed-by-over-a-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI is both a cyber weapon and a massive target, CrowdStrike warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[The same AI tools triggering suspicious alerts are being attacked by cybercriminals in droves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-is-both-a-cyber-weapon-and-a-massive-target-crowdstrike-warns/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-is-both-a-cyber-weapon-and-a-massive-target-crowdstrike-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple files fresh claim against Home Office move to access encrypted cloud data]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple has filed another legal complaint over a secret Home Office order requiring the supplier to provide access to encrypted iCloud data stored by UK customers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-files-fresh-claim-against-home-office-move-to-access-encrypted-cloud-data/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-files-fresh-claim-against-home-office-move-to-access-encrypted-cloud-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI shopping searches surged 200% in one year - and it's a top priority for commerce leaders now]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eighty-six percent of commerce leaders believe AI is raising the bar for customer expectations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-shopping-searches-surged-200-in-one-year-and-its-a-top-priority-for-commerce-leaders-now/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-shopping-searches-surged-200-in-one-year-and-its-a-top-priority-for-commerce-leaders-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This free Linux tool makes it easy to check your PC battery and disk usage - here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Mission Center system monitor for Linux adds some new features that will appeal to a broader user base, especially those with laptops.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-linux-tool-makes-it-easy-to-check-your-pc-battery-and-disk-usage-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-linux-tool-makes-it-easy-to-check-your-pc-battery-and-disk-usage-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to keep your conversations with ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude as private as possible]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worried about your personal AI chats being exposed? 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Lucky us.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-rogue-agent-didnt-stop-at-hugging-face-heres-what-we-know/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-rogue-agent-didnt-stop-at-hugging-face-heres-what-we-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Field service is 95% on board with AI but these legacy issues need attention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost all field service organizations use AI, and revenue gains in key areas offer insights for professionals in other business functions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/field-service-is-95-on-board-with-ai-but-these-legacy-issues-need-attention/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/field-service-is-95-on-board-with-ai-but-these-legacy-issues-need-attention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Xbox tech boss says 'unacceptable' outage should not have affected disc games]]></title><description><![CDATA[The outage meant Xbox users had trouble signing into their accounts, seeing their game library and launching games]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/xbox-tech-boss-says-unacceptable-outage-should-not-have-affected-disc-games/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/xbox-tech-boss-says-unacceptable-outage-should-not-have-affected-disc-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is so good, I don't see the point of flip phones any more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samsung is betting on an unorthodox form factor to take its foldables forward - and its own Z Flip could be the first casualty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-galaxy-z-fold-8-is-so-good-i-dont-see-the-point-of-flip-phones-any-more/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-galaxy-z-fold-8-is-so-good-i-dont-see-the-point-of-flip-phones-any-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Earth added Nano Banana, and I immediately reimagined Philly with zombies and evil clowns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can Google Earth's new AI accurately redesign homes, recreate history, and imagine the future? I tested Nano Banana across several locations, and the results ranged from useful to gloriously absurd.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-earth-added-nano-banana-and-i-immediately-reimagined-philly-with-zombies-and-evil-clowns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-earth-added-nano-banana-and-i-immediately-reimagined-philly-with-zombies-and-evil-clowns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I free up Windows disk space and shred sensitive data for free with open-source BleachBit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Running low on hard disk space or just want to get rid of junk files? The free BleachBit utility can easily handle that assignment. Here's why it beats Storage Sense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-free-up-windows-disk-space-and-shred-sensitive-data-for-free-with-open-source-bleachbit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-free-up-windows-disk-space-and-shred-sensitive-data-for-free-with-open-source-bleachbit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon is selling this Samsung 2TB SATA SSD for over 60% off right now]]></title><description><![CDATA[While not as speedy as its NVMe cousins, the Samsung 870 Evo 2TB SSD is still a great choice for both work and play - especially at this price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-is-selling-this-samsung-2tb-sata-ssd-for-over-60-off-right-now/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-is-selling-this-samsung-2tb-sata-ssd-for-over-60-off-right-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This docking station's 'hidden compartment' disrupted my desktop - for the better]]></title><description><![CDATA[Satechi's CubeDock combines a high-speed docking station with a built-in SSD enclosure - and it works so well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-docking-stations-hidden-compartment-disrupted-my-desktop-for-the-better/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-docking-stations-hidden-compartment-disrupted-my-desktop-for-the-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump considering AI controls after OpenAI hacking incidents]]></title><description><![CDATA[It marks a change of tone for his administration, which has taken a more hands-off approach to the technology.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/trump-considering-ai-controls-after-openai-hacking-incidents/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/trump-considering-ai-controls-after-openai-hacking-incidents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta shares fall as frustration grows over AI spending plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the firm intends to sell its AI tools to other companies for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-shares-fall-as-frustration-grows-over-ai-spending-plans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-shares-fall-as-frustration-grows-over-ai-spending-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What 'mAh' means for your phone's battery, and why I focus on another metric instead]]></title><description><![CDATA[New smartphones boast batteries with higher-than-ever mAh numbers, but it's actually a small factor in how long the battery lasts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/what-mah-means-for-your-phones-battery-and-why-i-focus-on-another-metric-instead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/what-mah-means-for-your-phones-battery-and-why-i-focus-on-another-metric-instead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I replaced my paid streaming apps with free ones - here's what surprised me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are free streaming services that bad? I swapped my paid subscriptions for free ones to see.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-replaced-my-paid-streaming-apps-with-free-ones-heres-what-surprised-me/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-replaced-my-paid-streaming-apps-with-free-ones-heres-what-surprised-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ZDNET readers are skeptical of a foldable iPhone in 2026. Here's what they think instead]]></title><description><![CDATA[We asked ZDNET readers to predict the iPhone 18 specs for a chance to win a new Apple Watch. Hot takes welcome.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/zdnet-readers-are-skeptical-of-a-foldable-iphone-in-2026-heres-what-they-think-instead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/zdnet-readers-are-skeptical-of-a-foldable-iphone-in-2026-heres-what-they-think-instead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google Home vs. Sonos Era 100: I used both smart speakers, here's what I recommend]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the new Google Home Speaker hitting store shelves, you may wonder if the Sonos Era 100 is still the best choice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-home-vs-sonos-era-100-i-used-both-smart-speakers-heres-what-i-recommend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-home-vs-sonos-era-100-i-used-both-smart-speakers-heres-what-i-recommend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best smartwatches of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed]]></title><description><![CDATA[I've tested the best smartwatches, including the newest Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. Here's how to choose the right one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-smartwatches-of-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-smartwatches-of-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Open weights vs. closed: An AI civil war's afoot, and the stakes are existential]]></title><description><![CDATA[It started as China vs. the US, but it's become a face-off between two fundamentally different ways of building LLMs. And the safety of everything is on the line.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/open-weights-vs-closed-an-ai-civil-wars-afoot-and-the-stakes-are-existential/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/open-weights-vs-closed-an-ai-civil-wars-afoot-and-the-stakes-are-existential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested a premium Linux laptop that's as light as it is powerful - here's why I love it]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ar Gen 1 is an impressive device, suitable for anyone from students to developers to business owners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-a-premium-linux-laptop-thats-as-light-as-it-is-powerful-heres-why-i-love-it/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-a-premium-linux-laptop-thats-as-light-as-it-is-powerful-heres-why-i-love-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to remap the Windows 11 Copilot key and restore your missing Right Ctrl button]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pressing the Copilot key on your laptop keyboard launches Copilot. But whether or not you use Microsoft's AI, you can remap the key to trigger a different feature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-remap-the-windows-11-copilot-key-and-restore-your-missing-right-ctrl-button/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-remap-the-windows-11-copilot-key-and-restore-your-missing-right-ctrl-button/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried ArchEZ to see if it really makes Arch Linux easy for beginners - and it delivered]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arch Linux doesn't have to be challenging, and ArchEZ proves that point with point-and-click ease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-archez-to-see-if-it-really-makes-arch-linux-easy-for-beginners-and-it-delivered/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-archez-to-see-if-it-really-makes-arch-linux-easy-for-beginners-and-it-delivered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[75% of workers ask AI questions instead of colleagues - with potentially serious consequences]]></title><description><![CDATA[A series of studies revealed that employees are spending less time asking their coworkers for help. Here's how that tactic could backfire and how organizations need to adapt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/75-of-workers-ask-ai-questions-instead-of-colleagues-with-potentially-serious-consequences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/75-of-workers-ask-ai-questions-instead-of-colleagues-with-potentially-serious-consequences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[74% of workers ask AI questions instead of colleagues - with potentially serious consequences]]></title><description><![CDATA[A series of studies revealed that employees are spending less time asking their coworkers for help. Here's how that tactic could backfire and how organizations need to adapt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/74-of-workers-ask-ai-questions-instead-of-colleagues-with-potentially-serious-consequences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/74-of-workers-ask-ai-questions-instead-of-colleagues-with-potentially-serious-consequences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The regulator said a fee of between &pound;237,500 to &pound;712,500 per megawatt should be charged for upcoming projects.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/data-centres-could-pay-hundreds-of-millions-in-deposits-for-power-demands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/data-centres-could-pay-hundreds-of-millions-in-deposits-for-power-demands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get Apple Music's student discount plus Apple TV for just $6 a month - here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students can save big on an Apple Music subscription. Here's how to get it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/get-apple-musics-student-discount-plus-apple-tv-for-just-6-a-month-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/get-apple-musics-student-discount-plus-apple-tv-for-just-6-a-month-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested the Ultrahuman Ring Pro: Rich in features, but still a hard sell]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest ring from Ultrahuman is packed with features, but it's both larger and more expensive than its predecessor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-the-ultrahuman-ring-pro-rich-in-features-but-still-a-hard-sell/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-the-ultrahuman-ring-pro-rich-in-features-but-still-a-hard-sell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The out-of-control AI found four logins which allowed it to access multiple unnamed online services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openai-says-its-rogue-ai-tried-to-hack-other-companies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openai-says-its-rogue-ai-tried-to-hack-other-companies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 ways I speed up my Android phone beyond clearing system cache - all for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's how I improve the performance of my Google Pixel, Samsung, and even Motorola. Or at least make it seem that way.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/5-ways-i-speed-up-my-android-phone-beyond-clearing-system-cache-all-for-free/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/5-ways-i-speed-up-my-android-phone-beyond-clearing-system-cache-all-for-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brits urged to avoid dangerous plug adaptors this summer - what to watch out for]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campaign group Electrical Safety First has urged those "heading abroad this summer to think before they buy".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/brits-urged-to-avoid-dangerous-plug-adaptors-this-summer-what-to-watch-out-for/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/brits-urged-to-avoid-dangerous-plug-adaptors-this-summer-what-to-watch-out-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[12 keychain gadgets worth carrying every day (and why they're worth it)]]></title><description><![CDATA[We test dozens of gadgets each year - these are some of our favorite keychain accessories we're still using.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/12-keychain-gadgets-worth-carrying-every-day-and-why-theyre-worth-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/12-keychain-gadgets-worth-carrying-every-day-and-why-theyre-worth-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You can lease an iPhone through Klarna now - but should you? I did the math]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple Upgrade allows customers to lease their devices ahead of a future upgrade -- but does it make sense for you?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-lease-an-iphone-through-klarna-now-but-should-you-i-did-the-math/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-lease-an-iphone-through-klarna-now-but-should-you-i-did-the-math/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much storage does your phone really need in 2026? Probably less than you think]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phones today are coming with massive amounts of storage, but is it overkill? Let's break it down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-much-storage-does-your-phone-really-need-in-2026-probably-less-than-you-think/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-much-storage-does-your-phone-really-need-in-2026-probably-less-than-you-think/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft's new AI model beats Mythos on security benchmark]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsofts-new-ai-model-beats-mythos-on-security-benchmark/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsofts-new-ai-model-beats-mythos-on-security-benchmark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to remap the Copilot key on your keyboard to something more helpful]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pressing the Copilot key on your laptop keyboard launches Copilot. But whether or not you use Microsoft's AI, you can remap the key to trigger a different feature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-remap-the-copilot-key-on-your-keyboard-to-something-more-helpful/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-remap-the-copilot-key-on-your-keyboard-to-something-more-helpful/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is your smart TV a secret proxy? LG to suspend rogue apps, Samsung sets impacted too]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of your smart TV's apps could be relaying someone else's internet traffic. Here's how to check if you're affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-your-smart-tv-a-secret-proxy-lg-to-suspend-rogue-apps-samsung-sets-impacted-too/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-your-smart-tv-a-secret-proxy-lg-to-suspend-rogue-apps-samsung-sets-impacted-too/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Did ransomware attacks really decline? Here are your business' 4 best defenses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did it look like the ransomware threat was receding last year? 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Let's compare.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-vs-z-flip-8-how-samsungs-two-new-foldables-compare/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-vs-z-flip-8-how-samsungs-two-new-foldables-compare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Motorola Razr Ultra: How Samsung fares against its foldable rival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samsung isn't the only brand with flagship foldables. 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We were on the ground in London - here's our analysis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/everything-announced-at-galaxy-unpacked-2026-can-samsung-compete-with-the-rumored-foldable-iphone/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/everything-announced-at-galaxy-unpacked-2026-can-samsung-compete-with-the-rumored-foldable-iphone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning shot or publicity stunt - how worried should we be about the OpenAI hack?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hugging Face said the hack was done at superhuman speed by an AI with little or no human guidance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/warning-shot-or-publicity-stunt-how-worried-should-we-be-about-the-openai-hack/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/warning-shot-or-publicity-stunt-how-worried-should-we-be-about-the-openai-hack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PlayStation Network outage resolved after thousands of gamers unable to play]]></title><description><![CDATA[The outage affected gamers' ability to launch games, apps or network features on their PlayStation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/playstation-network-outage-resolved-after-thousands-of-gamers-unable-to-play/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/playstation-network-outage-resolved-after-thousands-of-gamers-unable-to-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The US president says fines against Google, as well as Apple, Meta and Amazon, should be "entirely reversed."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/trump-vows-to-investigate-eu-over-fining-of-us-tech-companies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/trump-vows-to-investigate-eu-over-fining-of-us-tech-companies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon will give you a $350 gift card when you buy a new Samsung phone - here's what to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samsung just launched its latest lineup of phones, and Amazon has free gift card offers on every single one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-will-give-you-a-350-gift-card-when-you-buy-a-new-samsung-phone-heres-what-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-will-give-you-a-350-gift-card-when-you-buy-a-new-samsung-phone-heres-what-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Claude Opus 5 arrives with near Fable performance at half the price]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthropic's latest Claude upgrade targets developers and enterprises with stronger coding, better reasoning efficiency, prompt-cache-friendly tool changes, and near-Fable performance at Opus pricing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/claude-opus-5-arrives-with-near-fable-performance-at-half-the-price/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/claude-opus-5-arrives-with-near-fable-performance-at-half-the-price/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I fixed my home office's spotty Wi-Fi with Samsung's free diagnostic tool - and it took just minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recent uptick in lag and disconnects led me to reevaluate my home office setup. Here's how I validated my solution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-fixed-my-home-offices-spotty-wi-fi-with-samsungs-free-diagnostic-tool-and-it-took-just-minutes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-fixed-my-home-offices-spotty-wi-fi-with-samsungs-free-diagnostic-tool-and-it-took-just-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 3 types of people who will excel in the AI agent era, according to tech leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[The autonomous business of the future is being built. 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It nails the sweet spot of price and performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dell's 14S pairs a sleek design with excellent battery life, making it one of the best midrange PC I've tested in 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-dells-new-midrange-work-pc-it-nails-the-sweet-spot-of-price-and-performance/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-dells-new-midrange-work-pc-it-nails-the-sweet-spot-of-price-and-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested a $14 emergency radio with solar and hand-crank power - it's in my survival kit now]]></title><description><![CDATA[AM/FM, NOAA weather band, solar and hand-crank charging, and a power bank - this tech is what actually works when the grid doesn't.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-a-14-emergency-radio-with-solar-and-hand-crank-power-its-in-my-survival-kit-now/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-a-14-emergency-radio-with-solar-and-hand-crank-power-its-in-my-survival-kit-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 little-known Google Calendar tricks I use to plan my workweek - 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We'll break down just how good of a deal you can get.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/these-3-fire-tv-sticks-are-on-sale-at-best-buy-heres-the-one-i-recommend-and-why/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/these-3-fire-tv-sticks-are-on-sale-at-best-buy-heres-the-one-i-recommend-and-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dell just dropped the price of this award-winning laptop to 50% off - and I highly recommend it]]></title><description><![CDATA[We granted the Dell 14 Plus an Editors' Choice award for great hardware and design. Now, the high-end version of the PC is over $1,000 off.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dell-just-dropped-the-price-of-this-award-winning-laptop-to-50-off-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dell-just-dropped-the-price-of-this-award-winning-laptop-to-50-off-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off - and I recommend it]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may be one generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price during the Black Friday in July sale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-the-lg-c5-oled-for-nearly-50-off-and-i-recommend-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-the-lg-c5-oled-for-nearly-50-off-and-i-recommend-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've used Linux for 30 years, and this free security suite does it all - almost perfectly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Linux may be the most secure OS available, but it can always use extra security. 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Which proposed standard will dominate?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-image-fraud-will-cost-40-billion-next-year-can-these-international-standards-help/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-image-fraud-will-cost-40-billion-next-year-can-these-international-standards-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI's agent breached Hugging Face before an AI defender caught it: What users should do next]]></title><description><![CDATA[An agentic AI infiltrated the production infrastructure of an AI project. Then an AI detected it. 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I've found a way to avoid this problem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-use-themes-in-google-messages-so-you-never-text-the-wrong-person-again/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-use-themes-in-google-messages-so-you-never-text-the-wrong-person-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI's attack agent did exactly what it was told - just more relentlessly than expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[OpenAI's unintended attack on Hugging Face startled the world because its AI agent was acting on its own. But that's exactly what agentic AI is designed to do. We just didn't expect it to do it so well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-attack-agent-did-exactly-what-it-was-told-just-more-relentlessly-than-expected/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-attack-agent-did-exactly-what-it-was-told-just-more-relentlessly-than-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon gaming boss predicts future where players no longer need consoles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeff Gattis said the rising cost of gaming tech is likely to mean more people will stream their games online.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-gaming-boss-predicts-future-where-players-no-longer-need-consoles/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/amazon-gaming-boss-predicts-future-where-players-no-longer-need-consoles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I use Anthropic's Claude AI tools for very different jobs: How to pick between models, Code, and Cowork]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's how Anthropic's AI tools work, what they can accomplish, and why security, cost, and your oversight still matter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-use-anthropics-claude-ai-tools-for-very-different-jobs-how-to-pick-between-models-code-and-cowork/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-use-anthropics-claude-ai-tools-for-very-different-jobs-how-to-pick-between-models-code-and-cowork/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Let's enjoy the ride' says Elon Musk, as AI fears mount]]></title><description><![CDATA[Talking to The Economist, Musk said he doesn't care if people hate him and said he was not a racist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lets-enjoy-the-ride-says-elon-musk-as-ai-fears-mount/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lets-enjoy-the-ride-says-elon-musk-as-ai-fears-mount/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best Wi-Fi routers of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The best Wi-Fi routers provide a strong internet connection, rapid speeds, and plenty of coverage for working, streaming, gaming, and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-wi-fi-routers-of-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-wi-fi-routers-of-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We tested 15 Wi-Fi 7 routers in our lab - this one had the best coverage]]></title><description><![CDATA[ZDNET's latest Lab Award goes to the Wi-Fi router with the widest coverage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/we-tested-15-wi-fi-7-routers-in-our-lab-this-one-had-the-best-coverage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/we-tested-15-wi-fi-7-routers-in-our-lab-this-one-had-the-best-coverage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google will let you upload a video selfie to recover your account - but should you?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google's new account recovery option prompts users to upload a selfie to prove their identity. 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It's a problem for your tech, too. That's where ESR's phone charger with active cooling shines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-this-fan-equipped-magsafe-charger-in-a-heat-wave-and-it-actually-kept-my-iphone-cool/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-this-fan-equipped-magsafe-charger-in-a-heat-wave-and-it-actually-kept-my-iphone-cool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager drops social media addiction lawsuit against Meta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Claims from a 15-year-old boy were set to go to trial next week in Los Angeles, but the case has now been dropped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/teenager-drops-social-media-addiction-lawsuit-against-meta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/teenager-drops-social-media-addiction-lawsuit-against-meta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I gave Perplexity's agentic AI 5 complex tasks to run on my Mac - and I'll do it again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Perplexity's Mac app offers its own agentic AI, Personal Computer, which can handle multi-step tasks on your computer from start to finish. 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Try this and see if you don't agree!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-tag-my-files-to-avoid-endless-searching-and-disorganized-folders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-tag-my-files-to-avoid-endless-searching-and-disorganized-folders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested Alienware's new budget gaming laptop, but these 3 might be smarter buys]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Alienware 15 sets out to balance affordability and performance, but whether it succeeds depends on personal preferences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-alienwares-new-budget-gaming-laptop-but-these-3-might-be-smarter-buys/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-alienwares-new-budget-gaming-laptop-but-these-3-might-be-smarter-buys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I loved ChatGPT Desktop until OpenAI gutted it to make room for Codex and Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[OpenAI just merged the ChatGPT desktop app with Codex - and removed my favorite productivity features. 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Here's what I learned after testing the Fitbit Air's heart rate data against a gold standard heart rate monitor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/my-fitbit-air-test-revealed-the-flaws-of-calorie-counting-with-a-health-tracker-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/my-fitbit-air-test-revealed-the-flaws-of-calorie-counting-with-a-health-tracker-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta pulls new AI image feature after days of backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meta's release this week of an AI feature that let people alter Instagram content drew swift blowback.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-pulls-new-ai-image-feature-after-days-of-backlash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 03:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-pulls-new-ai-image-feature-after-days-of-backlash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake worth the 13 year wait?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC's Tom Gerken plays the much-anticipated pirate game which has been remade from the ground up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-the-assassins-creed-black-flag-remake-worth-the-13-year-wait/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 02:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/is-the-assassins-creed-black-flag-remake-worth-the-13-year-wait/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apple sues OpenAI, its employees claiming theft of trade secrets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Apple said in a Friday lawsuit that OpenAI&rsquo;s nascent hardware business is &ldquo;rotten to its core.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-sues-openai-its-employees-claiming-theft-of-trade-secrets/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/apple-sues-openai-its-employees-claiming-theft-of-trade-secrets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Hat will support your RHEL forever now - for a price]]></title><description><![CDATA[Red Hat's new Long-Life Add-On extends support on a specific release for as long as you're willing to pay for it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/red-hat-will-support-your-rhel-forever-now-for-a-price/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/red-hat-will-support-your-rhel-forever-now-for-a-price/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SpaceX wants to launch 100,000 more Starlink satellites - for 100x the bandwidth]]></title><description><![CDATA[It could mean faster internet for rural customers, but not everyone is happy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/spacex-wants-to-launch-100000-more-starlink-satellites-for-100x-the-bandwidth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/spacex-wants-to-launch-100000-more-starlink-satellites-for-100x-the-bandwidth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sony 1000X The Collexion vs. Bowers &amp; Wilkins Px8 S2: Both wow, but one is comfier]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sony's and Bowers &amp; Wilkins' premium headphones deliver an elevated experience, but choosing the right pair isn't as cut-and-dry as you'd think.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sony-1000x-the-collexion-vs-bowers-amp-wilkins-px8-s2-both-wow-but-one-is-comfier/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sony-1000x-the-collexion-vs-bowers-amp-wilkins-px8-s2-both-wow-but-one-is-comfier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I ditched Google Drive for my own self-hosted storage - and I wish I'd done it sooner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nextcloud is a free and open-source storage option that offers several advantages. Here's how it works.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-ditched-google-drive-for-my-own-self-hosted-storage-and-i-wish-id-done-it-sooner/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-ditched-google-drive-for-my-own-self-hosted-storage-and-i-wish-id-done-it-sooner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Buy is selling a 70-inch Fire TV for just $350 right now - and it's a model I recommend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Upgrade your home theater with a big-screen Insignia F50 for less than $400 right now at Best Buy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-a-70-inch-fire-tv-for-just-350-right-now-and-its-a-model-i-recommend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-a-70-inch-fire-tv-for-just-350-right-now-and-its-a-model-i-recommend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'learn to code' era is over - and employers are on the hook for reskilling now]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI's ushered in a new era of reskilling. Here's what the industry can learn from the last decade's drive to put people in tech jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-learn-to-code-era-is-over-and-employers-are-on-the-hook-for-reskilling-now/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-learn-to-code-era-is-over-and-employers-are-on-the-hook-for-reskilling-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You're using 3M Command strips all wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[3M Command strips are incredibly useful, if you use them right. These tips can turn 'it fell off the wall' into 'it's still there' years later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/youre-using-3m-command-strips-all-wrong/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/youre-using-3m-command-strips-all-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EU threatens Meta with fines over 'addictive' Facebook and Instagram]]></title><description><![CDATA[Regulators say features such as infinite scroll contribute to "compulsive use" and "unhealthy habits".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/eu-threatens-meta-with-fines-over-addictive-facebook-and-instagram/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/eu-threatens-meta-with-fines-over-addictive-facebook-and-instagram/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best wireless chargers of 2026: Expert tested]]></title><description><![CDATA[We tested the top wireless chargers from brands like Anker and Nomad to find the ones that make powering your devices easier than ever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-wireless-chargers-of-2026-expert-tested/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-wireless-chargers-of-2026-expert-tested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I run Linux GUI apps on my Android phone - and what to consider before you do it, too]]></title><description><![CDATA[Android is oh-so-close to being a full-blown Linux desktop. There's just one problem with the feature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-run-linux-gui-apps-on-my-android-phone-and-what-to-consider-before-you-do-it-too/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-run-linux-gui-apps-on-my-android-phone-and-what-to-consider-before-you-do-it-too/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best HDMI cables of 2026: Expert reviewed]]></title><description><![CDATA[I tested the top HDMI cables from leading brands to find the most dependable options for clear audio and video.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-hdmi-cables-of-2026-expert-reviewed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-hdmi-cables-of-2026-expert-reviewed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big tech must deal with scam ads under Ofcom proposals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ofcom says more than half of UK adults have encountered potentially fraudulent ads online.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/big-tech-must-deal-with-scam-ads-under-ofcom-proposals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/big-tech-must-deal-with-scam-ads-under-ofcom-proposals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best smart rings of 2026: Expert tested]]></title><description><![CDATA[I tested several top smart rings including the new Oura Ring 5. These are the ones I recommend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-smart-rings-of-2026-expert-tested/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-smart-rings-of-2026-expert-tested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested my Fitbit Air against an 'EKG-accurate' heart rate monitor - the results surprised me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Accuracy is the name of the health tracker game, so I put Google's latest device to the test.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-my-fitbit-air-against-an-ekg-accurate-heart-rate-monitor-the-results-surprised-me/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-my-fitbit-air-against-an-ekg-accurate-heart-rate-monitor-the-results-surprised-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested my Fitbit Air against an 'ECG-accurate' heart rate monitor - the results surprised me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Accuracy is the name of the health tracker game, so I put Google's latest device to the test.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-my-fitbit-air-against-an-ecg-accurate-heart-rate-monitor-the-results-surprised-me/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-my-fitbit-air-against-an-ecg-accurate-heart-rate-monitor-the-results-surprised-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cool in 90 seconds' - the fake portable air conditioners sweeping the internet]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ASA says adverts claiming small devices can rapidly cool rooms were too good to be true.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cool-in-90-seconds-the-fake-portable-air-conditioners-sweeping-the-internet/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/cool-in-90-seconds-the-fake-portable-air-conditioners-sweeping-the-internet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I'm a Windows user who installed Linux for the first time - here's how the experience changed me]]></title><description><![CDATA[I put Ubuntu on an old Dell laptop to see if Linux could really replace Windows 11. See why my final destination was so worth the speed bumps.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/im-a-windows-user-who-installed-linux-for-the-first-time-heres-how-the-experience-changed-me/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/im-a-windows-user-who-installed-linux-for-the-first-time-heres-how-the-experience-changed-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I set up a solar panel security camera in my yard - and the image quality beat my Ring]]></title><description><![CDATA[The TP-Link Tapo C465 is a wireless security camera with a built-in solar panel for power, and it doesn't require a subscription.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-set-up-a-solar-panel-security-camera-in-my-yard-and-the-image-quality-beat-my-ring/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-set-up-a-solar-panel-security-camera-in-my-yard-and-the-image-quality-beat-my-ring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pressure builds on Europe's biggest port to be greener]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lawsuit demands that the Port of Rotterdam moves faster to cut its dependence on fossil fuel firms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/pressure-builds-on-europes-biggest-port-to-be-greener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/pressure-builds-on-europes-biggest-port-to-be-greener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI Model Release Tracker: GPT-5.6 rivals Fable 5, Muse Spark 1.1 pursues 'personal intelligence']]></title><description><![CDATA[Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-model-release-tracker-gpt-56-rivals-fable-5-muse-spark-11-pursues-personal-intelligence/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ai-model-release-tracker-gpt-56-rivals-fable-5-muse-spark-11-pursues-personal-intelligence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI's GPT-5.6 and ChatGPT Work aim to beat Anthropic on price, speed, and productivity]]></title><description><![CDATA[OpenAI's latest announcement looks like a lot more than a model upgrade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-gpt-56-and-chatgpt-work-aim-to-beat-anthropic-on-price-speed-and-productivity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-gpt-56-and-chatgpt-work-aim-to-beat-anthropic-on-price-speed-and-productivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LG is giving away free soundbars with this CineBeam Q projector deal - how to qualify]]></title><description><![CDATA[Upgrade your entire home theater at once with this LG CineBeam Q and soundbar bundle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lg-is-giving-away-free-soundbars-with-this-cinebeam-q-projector-deal-how-to-qualify/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lg-is-giving-away-free-soundbars-with-this-cinebeam-q-projector-deal-how-to-qualify/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested ChatGPT's Live Voice upgrade, and it almost felt human - how to try it]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest GPT Live Voice models can listen, speak, and conduct online research all at the same time. Does it feel like you're talking with a real person? Almost.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-chatgpts-live-voice-upgrade-and-it-almost-felt-human-how-to-try-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-chatgpts-live-voice-upgrade-and-it-almost-felt-human-how-to-try-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Buy is selling a 70-inch Insignia TV for just $350 - why I recommend it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Upgrade your home theater with a big-screen Insignia F50 for less than $400 right now at Best Buy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-a-70-inch-insignia-tv-for-just-350-why-i-recommend-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-a-70-inch-insignia-tv-for-just-350-why-i-recommend-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This iPhone bug won't let me save cropped screenshots - but I found a fix]]></title><description><![CDATA[My cropped iPhone screenshots kept reverting to the full image, revealing details I tried to hide. And that's a problem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-iphone-bug-wont-let-me-save-cropped-screenshots-but-i-found-a-fix/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-iphone-bug-wont-let-me-save-cropped-screenshots-but-i-found-a-fix/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft goes all in on new AI-powered Windows security strategy - what it means for you]]></title><description><![CDATA[An elite security team at Microsoft has built an AI-powered pipeline to find vulnerabilities in Windows and get them to engineers to build fixes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-goes-all-in-on-new-ai-powered-windows-security-strategy-what-it-means-for-you/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsoft-goes-all-in-on-new-ai-powered-windows-security-strategy-what-it-means-for-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LG is giving away free soundbars with this projector - how to get one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Upgrade your entire home theater at once with this LG CineBeam Q and soundbar bundle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lg-is-giving-away-free-soundbars-with-this-projector-how-to-get-one/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/lg-is-giving-away-free-soundbars-with-this-projector-how-to-get-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best digital notebooks of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed]]></title><description><![CDATA[I went hands-on with the best smart notebooks to see which ones actually make it easier to capture ideas without paper clutter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-digital-notebooks-of-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-digital-notebooks-of-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Tenda router could have a hidden firmware backdoor - disable this setting ASAP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Until Tenda patches the backdoor to its popular routers, you have one defense option.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-tenda-router-could-have-a-hidden-firmware-backdoor-disable-this-setting-asap/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-tenda-router-could-have-a-hidden-firmware-backdoor-disable-this-setting-asap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I found an Android launcher so good that I don't miss Nova anymore]]></title><description><![CDATA[After spending just 5 minutes with Octopi, I made it my default home screen launcher - it's that perfect! There are free and Pro versions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-found-an-android-launcher-so-good-that-i-dont-miss-nova-anymore/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-found-an-android-launcher-so-good-that-i-dont-miss-nova-anymore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This TP-Link solar camera is so easy to install - and beats my Ring in image quality]]></title><description><![CDATA[The TP-Link Tapo C465 is a wireless security camera with a built-in solar panel for power, and it doesn't require a subscription.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-tp-link-solar-camera-is-so-easy-to-install-and-beats-my-ring-in-image-quality/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-tp-link-solar-camera-is-so-easy-to-install-and-beats-my-ring-in-image-quality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've used Linux for 30 years - here's how I'd rank DistroWatch's top 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[DistroWatch says these are the top Linux distros. I say this order is better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-used-linux-for-30-years-heres-how-id-rank-distrowatchs-top-10/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-used-linux-for-30-years-heres-how-id-rank-distrowatchs-top-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta's new AI tool lets others use your Instagram posts for image generation - how to opt out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Any public Instagram account is fair game to be used for AI generation with Meta's new Muse Image.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/metas-new-ai-tool-lets-others-use-your-instagram-posts-for-image-generation-how-to-opt-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/metas-new-ai-tool-lets-others-use-your-instagram-posts-for-image-generation-how-to-opt-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Companies embracing AI the most are hiring more people - including entry-level, report finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new report reveals growth at companies deemed 'high intensity adopters' of AI.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/companies-embracing-ai-the-most-are-hiring-more-people-including-entry-level-report-finds/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/companies-embracing-ai-the-most-are-hiring-more-people-including-entry-level-report-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested Norton Antivirus on my PC - and it found a hidden Trojan in 15 minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[After decades in the cybersecurity space, Norton remains one of the most capable antivirus suites thanks to its powerful security tools.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-norton-antivirus-on-my-pc-and-it-found-a-hidden-trojan-in-15-minutes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-norton-antivirus-on-my-pc-and-it-found-a-hidden-trojan-in-15-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I gave Claude Cowork 7 non-coding jobs, and it earned a spot in my toolbox]]></title><description><![CDATA[Claude Cowork is brilliant, unnerving, and far more useful than I expected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-gave-claude-cowork-7-non-coding-jobs-and-it-earned-a-spot-in-my-toolbox/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-gave-claude-cowork-7-non-coding-jobs-and-it-earned-a-spot-in-my-toolbox/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested Norton Antivirus for six weeks - and its biggest strength wasn't what I expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[After decades in the cybersecurity space, Norton remains one of the most capable antivirus suites thanks to its powerful security tools.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-norton-antivirus-for-six-weeks-and-its-biggest-strength-wasnt-what-i-expected/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-norton-antivirus-for-six-weeks-and-its-biggest-strength-wasnt-what-i-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Porn site company fined £630,000 over failed age checks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ofcom has fined a slew of sites it says are failing to prevent children accessing their adult content.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/porn-site-company-fined-630000-over-failed-age-checks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/porn-site-company-fined-630000-over-failed-age-checks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta's new AI feature lets people create images from your Instagram posts - how to opt out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Any public Instagram account is fair game to be used for AI generation with Meta's new Muse Image.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/metas-new-ai-feature-lets-people-create-images-from-your-instagram-posts-how-to-opt-out/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/metas-new-ai-feature-lets-people-create-images-from-your-instagram-posts-how-to-opt-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft's new Windows 11 recovery tool is the ultimate Undo button - how to enable it]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a CrowdStrike update caused millions of Windows PCs worldwide to crash in July 2024, Microsoft announced the Windows Resiliency Initiative. The new Point-in-time Restore feature is a key part of that.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsofts-new-windows-11-recovery-tool-is-the-ultimate-undo-button-how-to-enable-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsofts-new-windows-11-recovery-tool-is-the-ultimate-undo-button-how-to-enable-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I overhauled my WFH office - these 5 gadgets made the cut (including a cheap cord wrangler)]]></title><description><![CDATA[After moving and obtaining a new health diagnosis, I made a few changes to my WFH setup. Here's what changed (and why).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-overhauled-my-wfh-office-these-5-gadgets-made-the-cut-including-a-cheap-cord-wrangler/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-overhauled-my-wfh-office-these-5-gadgets-made-the-cut-including-a-cheap-cord-wrangler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I use Android Auto in my living room now - and it solves ones of my biggest productivity problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[My new favorite use of Android Auto happens outside my car. Here's why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-use-android-auto-in-my-living-room-now-and-it-solves-ones-of-my-biggest-productivity-problems/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-use-android-auto-in-my-living-room-now-and-it-solves-ones-of-my-biggest-productivity-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm not a programmer' anymore: Linus Torvalds on the only two tools he uses now]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the Open Source Summit in Mumbai, Torvalds discusses the pain and power of AI in the kernel, and why Linux no longer supports 'museum' technology.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/im-not-a-programmer-anymore-linus-torvalds-on-the-only-two-tools-he-uses-now/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/im-not-a-programmer-anymore-linus-torvalds-on-the-only-two-tools-he-uses-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I replaced my Sonos home theater with this Sony system - here's why innovation is king]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sony's Bravia Theater Trio arrives in a unique form and doesn't let traditional home theater rules hinder its performance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-replaced-my-sonos-home-theater-with-this-sony-system-heres-why-innovation-is-king/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-replaced-my-sonos-home-theater-with-this-sony-system-heres-why-innovation-is-king/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested Qi2 wireless chargers with cooling solutions - here's how my buying advice changed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charging stands now come with new technology designed to keep my phone cool. So I put three of them to the test.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-qi2-wireless-chargers-with-cooling-solutions-heres-how-my-buying-advice-changed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-qi2-wireless-chargers-with-cooling-solutions-heres-how-my-buying-advice-changed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off right now - and I highly recommend it]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-the-lg-c5-oled-for-nearly-50-off-right-now-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buy-is-selling-the-lg-c5-oled-for-nearly-50-off-right-now-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IBM and Red Hat launch Lightwell to defend open-source code from AI attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Their plan to protect open-source projects from AI-discovered security holes has led to the launch of two commercial offerings: Lightwell Network and Lightwell Clearinghouse Premier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ibm-and-red-hat-launch-lightwell-to-defend-open-source-code-from-ai-attacks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ibm-and-red-hat-launch-lightwell-to-defend-open-source-code-from-ai-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sony's True RGB display made this one of the most impressive TVs I've tested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Outfitted with Sony's new Micro RGB panels, the Bravia 9 II is well on its way to usurping its OLED cousin's supremacy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sonys-true-rgb-display-made-this-one-of-the-most-impressive-tvs-ive-tested/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sonys-true-rgb-display-made-this-one-of-the-most-impressive-tvs-ive-tested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OpenAI's new GPT-Live-1 voice model won't interrupt you - why that's a big deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-new-gpt-live-1-voice-model-wont-interrupt-you-why-thats-a-big-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/openais-new-gpt-live-1-voice-model-wont-interrupt-you-why-thats-a-big-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried DuckDuckGo's new video player, and it blocks YouTube ads for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even as Chrome is killing ad blockers, DuckDuckGo's new video player now blocks ads by default on YouTube and elsewhere. Duck Player is available for MacOS, Windows, Android, and iOS.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-duckduckgos-new-video-player-and-it-blocks-youtube-ads-for-free/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-duckduckgos-new-video-player-and-it-blocks-youtube-ads-for-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried Claude Cowork on my Gmail inbox after Gemini choked - and it saved me hours of work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gmail's AI failed at a nuanced research task, but Claude Cowork found the right pitches, quotes, and permissions, proving connected AI assistants may finally help tackle some aspects of email overload.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-claude-cowork-on-my-gmail-inbox-after-gemini-choked-and-it-saved-me-hours-of-work/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-claude-cowork-on-my-gmail-inbox-after-gemini-choked-and-it-saved-me-hours-of-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested the Roborock Saros 20, and I'd trust it for the next decade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roborock took its flagship robot vacuum and really improved it, while keeping the same price. 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Here's what you need to know about it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-windows-11-pc-might-be-hiding-a-500gb-storage-bug-how-to-check/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-windows-11-pc-might-be-hiding-a-500gb-storage-bug-how-to-check/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I connected ChatGPT to my bank, and it's my go-to finance app now - here's how (and why)]]></title><description><![CDATA[With ChatGPT Finances, I can see all my money, investments, and debts in one place - and I can ask AI what it all means.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-connected-chatgpt-to-my-bank-and-its-my-go-to-finance-app-now-heres-how-and-why/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-connected-chatgpt-to-my-bank-and-its-my-go-to-finance-app-now-heres-how-and-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You can soon restore Windows 11 from scratch even if it can't boot up - here's how]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now in preview mode, the new Cloud rebuild option will restore Windows to a clean state if some glitch prevents it from even loading.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-soon-restore-windows-11-from-scratch-even-if-it-cant-boot-up-heres-how/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/you-can-soon-restore-windows-11-from-scratch-even-if-it-cant-boot-up-heres-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Got a spare PC? How I turned mine into an open-source smart home hub for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Home Assistant OS can serve as a user-friendly control hub for your smart devices. Here's how to get started.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/got-a-spare-pc-how-i-turned-mine-into-an-open-source-smart-home-hub-for-free/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/got-a-spare-pc-how-i-turned-mine-into-an-open-source-smart-home-hub-for-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best robot vacuums for 2026: Expert tested and reviewed]]></title><description><![CDATA[I tested the best robot vacuums from brands like Ecovacs, Roborock, Mova, and more in lab and home settings - here are the top ones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-robot-vacuums-for-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-best-robot-vacuums-for-2026-expert-tested-and-reviewed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Linux Mint vs. RefreshOS: I compared the two best distros for new users - this one's better]]></title><description><![CDATA[These two user-friendly distributions take different routes to the 'best Linux' crown. The winner comes down to this.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/linux-mint-vs-refreshos-i-compared-the-two-best-distros-for-new-users-this-ones-better/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/linux-mint-vs-refreshos-i-compared-the-two-best-distros-for-new-users-this-ones-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This free Android app makes sharing files so easy - available for Windows, Mac, and iOS too]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're looking for an effortless way of transferring files from Android to your other devices, look no further than Blip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-android-app-makes-sharing-files-so-easy-available-for-windows-mac-and-ios-too/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-free-android-app-makes-sharing-files-so-easy-available-for-windows-mac-and-ios-too/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sennheiser Momentum 5 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: I compared the two and found a winner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sennheiser's and Bose's flagship headphones are both solid choices, and the best pair boils down to your personal preferences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sennheiser-momentum-5-vs-bose-quietcomfort-ultra-2-i-compared-the-two-and-found-a-winner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sennheiser-momentum-5-vs-bose-quietcomfort-ultra-2-i-compared-the-two-and-found-a-winner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've finally found an Android TV remote that is easy to use - and it's free]]></title><description><![CDATA[When a remote that ships with a TV is just horribly designed, you can always turn to your phone to make your entertainment life a bit easier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-finally-found-an-android-tv-remote-that-is-easy-to-use-and-its-free/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-finally-found-an-android-tv-remote-that-is-easy-to-use-and-its-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's new with iPhone 18 Pro Max? 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Stay tuned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/anthropics-claude-cowork-heads-to-the-cloud-as-data-shows-90-of-sessions-arent-for-coding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/anthropics-claude-cowork-heads-to-the-cloud-as-data-shows-90-of-sessions-arent-for-coding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why this fully agentic ransomware attack is giving researchers nightmares]]></title><description><![CDATA[JadePuffer could be the first reported case of a ransomware attack driven by AI from start to finish. 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There's just one problem with the feature.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-run-linux-gui-apps-on-android-when-it-actually-works/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-run-linux-gui-apps-on-android-when-it-actually-works/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After 30 years with Linux, here's my way of convincing Windows users to switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[After decades of using Linux, I've found that this is the best way to show Windows users what they're missing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/after-30-years-with-linux-heres-my-way-of-convincing-windows-users-to-switch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/after-30-years-with-linux-heres-my-way-of-convincing-windows-users-to-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I enabled Android's new security feature that detects fake cell towers - here's why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connecting to the wrong network can put your data at risk. 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Here's what that means for the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/fable-5-just-set-a-new-ai-freelance-work-performance-record-but-it-cant-replace-humans-yet/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/fable-5-just-set-a-new-ai-freelance-work-performance-record-but-it-cant-replace-humans-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Considering plug-in solar at home? Electrical experts say to watch for these 6 safety risks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several industry groups have raised public safety concerns about consumer plug-in solar kits. 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If in doubt about your installation, here's what to do.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/plug-in-solar-poses-6-safety-risks-say-electrical-industry-groups-heres-when-to-call-a-pro/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/plug-in-solar-poses-6-safety-risks-say-electrical-industry-groups-heres-when-to-call-a-pro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 10 most popular products ZDNET readers bought last month (including during Prime Day)]]></title><description><![CDATA[From gadgets to streaming, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased in June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-10-most-popular-products-zdnet-readers-bought-last-month-including-during-prime-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-10-most-popular-products-zdnet-readers-bought-last-month-including-during-prime-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finally, I found a robot vacuum that leaves my two-year-old model in the dust]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Eufy Omni S2 improves on its predecessor with four times the suction power, and an odor-free mop roller.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/finally-i-found-a-robot-vacuum-that-leaves-my-two-year-old-model-in-the-dust/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/finally-i-found-a-robot-vacuum-that-leaves-my-two-year-old-model-in-the-dust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested the LG C6 OLED for a week, and the colors made me question my Mini LED loyalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of LG's flagship OLED TVs got a refresh with the C6, and continues to prove why OLED is worth the high asking price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-the-lg-c6-oled-for-a-week-and-the-colors-made-me-question-my-mini-led-loyalty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-the-lg-c6-oled-for-a-week-and-the-colors-made-me-question-my-mini-led-loyalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HP's new OmniBook is a smart buy in this economy - here's what convinced me]]></title><description><![CDATA[HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 combines a sleek design and OLED display with the kind of performance professionals appreciate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/hps-new-omnibook-is-a-smart-buy-in-this-economy-heres-what-convinced-me/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/hps-new-omnibook-is-a-smart-buy-in-this-economy-heres-what-convinced-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meta glasses wearers hit with paywall to use built-in feature]]></title><description><![CDATA[A feature in Meta's glasses which boosts the voice of people will be capped at three hours for free use.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-glasses-wearers-hit-with-paywall-to-use-built-in-feature/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/meta-glasses-wearers-hit-with-paywall-to-use-built-in-feature/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I wore the Oura Ring 5 for a month, and two big upgrades make it so much better than the 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[But there's one feature that makes the Oura Ring 5 truly worth buying.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-wore-the-oura-ring-5-for-a-month-and-two-big-upgrades-make-it-so-much-better-than-the-4/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-wore-the-oura-ring-5-for-a-month-and-two-big-upgrades-make-it-so-much-better-than-the-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ExpressVPN's password manager just got a big upgrade with secure sharing, passkey support, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Available today, ExpressKeys now delivers more secure sharing, passkey support, and improved cross-device management.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/expressvpns-password-manager-just-got-a-big-upgrade-with-secure-sharing-passkey-support-and-more/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/expressvpns-password-manager-just-got-a-big-upgrade-with-secure-sharing-passkey-support-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I set OpenAI API usage limits to stop agent overspending and other AI billing nightmares]]></title><description><![CDATA[OpenAI API costs can spiral when agents run wild. Here's how to set spend limits, enable hard caps, and avoid surprise AI bills.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-set-openai-api-usage-limits-to-stop-agent-overspending-and-other-ai-billing-nightmares/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-set-openai-api-usage-limits-to-stop-agent-overspending-and-other-ai-billing-nightmares/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Microsoft's new Azure Linux 4.0 is here, and it could replace Windows Server in the enterprise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Microsoft's Linux server distribution is now available as an ISO to install on your own server or virtual machine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsofts-new-azure-linux-40-is-here-and-it-could-replace-windows-server-in-the-enterprise/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/microsofts-new-azure-linux-40-is-here-and-it-could-replace-windows-server-in-the-enterprise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tried Brave's new stripped down Origin browser, and now it's my top Chromium-based pick]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you like the idea of Brave's browser security, but all of the other features just get in your way, the developers have created a solution for you.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-braves-new-stripped-down-origin-browser-and-now-its-my-top-chromium-based-pick/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tried-braves-new-stripped-down-origin-browser-and-now-its-my-top-chromium-based-pick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google must pay &euro;4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Google spokesperson said the judgement "fails to recognise" the firm's "significant investment to ensure Android remains open."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-must-pay-euro41bn-fine-for-using-android-to-block-rivals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/google-must-pay-euro41bn-fine-for-using-android-to-block-rivals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[If you like COSMIC Desktop, you'll love its new system monitor]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you like to see and manage your system processes on Linux, but aren't happy with the tool you're using, System76 might have just the app you've been looking for (and a reason to switch to either COSMIC Desktop or Pop!_OS).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/if-you-like-cosmic-desktop-youll-love-its-new-system-monitor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:00:00 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location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dont-expect-connected-car-apps-to-save-your-stolen-car-experts-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/dont-expect-connected-car-apps-to-save-your-stolen-car-experts-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested the LG C6 OLED for a week, and its color accuracy and contrast levels left me in awe]]></title><description><![CDATA[LG's flagship OLED TV got a refresh with the C6, and continues to prove why OLED is worth the high asking price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-the-lg-c6-oled-for-a-week-and-its-color-accuracy-and-contrast-levels-left-me-in-awe/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:00 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Consider the super-fast, modular, and immutable Slackware-based PorteuX.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-tested-many-portable-linux-distros-but-porteux-is-the-one-i-keep-on-my-usb-drive/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-tested-many-portable-linux-distros-but-porteux-is-the-one-i-keep-on-my-usb-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I wore the Oura Ring 5 for a month, and it's an even bigger upgrade than expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[However, you're really buying the Oura Ring 5 for one reason.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-wore-the-oura-ring-5-for-a-month-and-its-an-even-bigger-upgrade-than-expected/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-wore-the-oura-ring-5-for-a-month-and-its-an-even-bigger-upgrade-than-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your old Android phone can be turned into a dashcam for free - how I did it in 5 easy steps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Want a dashcam? Before buying one, repurpose an old phone. It's free, takes minutes, and works well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-old-android-phone-can-be-turned-into-a-dashcam-for-free-how-i-did-it-in-5-easy-steps/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-old-android-phone-can-be-turned-into-a-dashcam-for-free-how-i-did-it-in-5-easy-steps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested Lenovo's new modular ThinkPad, and it renewed my faith in repairable laptops]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 14th-gen Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Aura Edition features a redesigned double-sided motherboard and modular components.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-lenovos-new-modular-thinkpad-and-it-renewed-my-faith-in-repairable-laptops/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-lenovos-new-modular-thinkpad-and-it-renewed-my-faith-in-repairable-laptops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I always keep PorteuX portable Linux distro on a USB - here's why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ever longed for a Linux distro to have with you at all times? Consider the super-fast, modular, and immutable Slackware-based PorteuX.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-always-keep-porteux-portable-linux-distro-on-a-usb-heres-why/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-always-keep-porteux-portable-linux-distro-on-a-usb-heres-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I bricked my iPhone to prevent doomscrolling - how life has been after six months of use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brick is one of the few new devices that positively changed my daily content consumption. You can finally buy it on Amazon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-bricked-my-iphone-to-prevent-doomscrolling-how-life-has-been-after-six-months-of-use/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-bricked-my-iphone-to-prevent-doomscrolling-how-life-has-been-after-six-months-of-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I changed 12 Hisense TV settings to significantly improve the picture quality]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your Hisense TV may already look great, but a few setting tweaks can make it even better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-changed-12-hisense-tv-settings-to-significantly-improve-the-picture-quality/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-changed-12-hisense-tv-settings-to-significantly-improve-the-picture-quality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Déjà Dup and these 4 other tiny Linux tools have become essential to my daily routine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Linux has a wealth of applications, but sometimes the smaller tools get overlooked. Here's a list of those I'd prefer never to be without.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-dj-dup-and-these-4-other-tiny-linux-tools-have-become-essential-to-my-daily-routine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/why-dj-dup-and-these-4-other-tiny-linux-tools-have-become-essential-to-my-daily-routine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PlayStation will stop releasing games on discs in 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firm said future games would still be sold in shops, but they would come with a digital code only.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/playstation-will-stop-releasing-games-on-discs-in-2028/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/playstation-will-stop-releasing-games-on-discs-in-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I had Gemini and Claude write my email replies - but only one sounds like me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gemini and Claude have their own strong suits, but for assistance in writing emails, there is only one clear winner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-had-gemini-and-claude-write-my-email-replies-but-only-one-sounds-like-me/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-had-gemini-and-claude-write-my-email-replies-but-only-one-sounds-like-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've subscribed to Netflix and Peacock for years - but only one service is worth resubscribing to]]></title><description><![CDATA[Netflix has award-winning originals and a smart algorithm, but Peacock counters with live sports and a lower price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-subscribed-to-netflix-and-peacock-for-years-but-only-one-service-is-worth-resubscribing-to/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/ive-subscribed-to-netflix-and-peacock-for-years-but-only-one-service-is-worth-resubscribing-to/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I found the 20+ best 4th of July phone deals: Save big on Galaxy, Pixel, iPhone, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Score big Fourth of July savings on flagship smartphones from Samsung, Google, Apple, and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-found-the-20-best-4th-of-july-phone-deals-save-big-on-galaxy-pixel-iphone-and-more/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-found-the-20-best-4th-of-july-phone-deals-save-big-on-galaxy-pixel-iphone-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Want a private ChatGPT alternative? How Proton's Lumo 2.0 locks down your data, EU style]]></title><description><![CDATA[The maker of ProtonMail and ProtonVPN says its second-generation chatbot is never trained on user data.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/want-a-private-chatgpt-alternative-how-protons-lumo-20-locks-down-your-data-eu-style/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/want-a-private-chatgpt-alternative-how-protons-lumo-20-locks-down-your-data-eu-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI Model Release Tracker: Anthropic releases Sonnet 5, plus Fable 5 is back]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not every new model is all it's cracked up to be. 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Here's how to achieve that for free.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-make-linux-look-like-macos-for-free-with-a-few-simple-zorinos-tweaks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-to-make-linux-look-like-macos-for-free-with-a-few-simple-zorinos-tweaks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prime Day is over, but these 5 deals are still live (and you don't want to miss them)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amazon Prime Day is over, but some of my favorite offers are still available, including deals on the Ninja Slushi, Garmin Fenix 8 Pro, Walmart Plus, and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/prime-day-is-over-but-these-5-deals-are-still-live-and-you-dont-want-to-miss-them/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/prime-day-is-over-but-these-5-deals-are-still-live-and-you-dont-want-to-miss-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I built a whole-home ad blocker with a $7 ESP32-S3 board - and it took just minutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raspberry Pi boards have gotten expensive, so I found a cheap alternative in a tiny ESP32-S3 board.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-built-a-whole-home-ad-blocker-with-a-7-esp32-s3-board-and-it-took-just-minutes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-built-a-whole-home-ad-blocker-with-a-7-esp32-s3-board-and-it-took-just-minutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Years of living with solar power taught me these 12 myths are simply wrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Knowing the facts about home solar power can help you make better-informed choices, save money, and stay safe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/years-of-living-with-solar-power-taught-me-these-12-myths-are-simply-wrong/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/years-of-living-with-solar-power-taught-me-these-12-myths-are-simply-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thermal cameras can spot problems you can't see - what I've learned after years of testing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thermal cameras have saved me thousands over the years. Just the other day, one simple check saved me $1,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/thermal-cameras-can-spot-problems-you-cant-see-what-ive-learned-after-years-of-testing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/thermal-cameras-can-spot-problems-you-cant-see-what-ive-learned-after-years-of-testing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I looked into OBD2 fuel savers, and found a much safer solution to save car gas instead]]></title><description><![CDATA[No, there's no cheap dongle that you can plug into your car to save you money. Here's the truth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-looked-into-obd2-fuel-savers-and-found-a-much-safer-solution-to-save-car-gas-instead/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-looked-into-obd2-fuel-savers-and-found-a-much-safer-solution-to-save-car-gas-instead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested two of the best location-sharing apps for a month - this one was most accurate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surfshark's HeyPolo is taking on the popular Life360. Here's how this latest contender in the location-sharing space competes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-two-of-the-best-location-sharing-apps-for-a-month-this-one-was-most-accurate/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-two-of-the-best-location-sharing-apps-for-a-month-this-one-was-most-accurate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I tested MSI's Windows handheld PC, and it beats the Legion Go in a major way]]></title><description><![CDATA[MSI's Claw 8 EX AI+ is a worthy sequel, with stronger performance, better ergonomics, and highly effective cooling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-msis-windows-handheld-pc-and-it-beats-the-legion-go-in-a-major-way/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-tested-msis-windows-handheld-pc-and-it-beats-the-legion-go-in-a-major-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Use Android Auto? How to limit what information Gemini learns about you]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google's AI offers a lot of convenience in your car, but you're offering up a lot of sensitive information.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/use-android-auto-how-to-limit-what-information-gemini-learns-about-you/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/use-android-auto-how-to-limit-what-information-gemini-learns-about-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tech firms are blaming AI for mega device and console price rises]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xbox consoles, Nintendo's new Switch 2 and Valve's Steam Deck are just some of the gadgets seeing price hikes in recent months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/tech-firms-are-blaming-ai-for-mega-device-and-console-price-rises/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/tech-firms-are-blaming-ai-for-mega-device-and-console-price-rises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The E Ink tablet that successfully replaced my iPad and Kindle is still 30% off on Amazon right now]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're in the market for a tablet, you literally need look no further than the TCL Nxtpaper 11 Plus, especially at this price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-e-ink-tablet-that-successfully-replaced-my-ipad-and-kindle-is-still-30-off-on-amazon-right-now/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-e-ink-tablet-that-successfully-replaced-my-ipad-and-kindle-is-still-30-off-on-amazon-right-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Buy's gaming deals are still live after Prime Day - Nintendo Switch, PS5, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Best Buy's competing Prime Day 2026 gaming deals will run through Sunday with massive savings on Alienware, Nintendo Switch, and Lenovo tech.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buys-gaming-deals-are-still-live-after-prime-day-nintendo-switch-ps5-and-more/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/best-buys-gaming-deals-are-still-live-after-prime-day-nintendo-switch-ps5-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sony is still selling last year's flagship OLED TV for $600 off - and I highly recommend it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sony's Bravia 8 II might be a generation behind, but it still offers plenty of reasons to buy - especially at this price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sony-is-still-selling-last-years-flagship-oled-tv-for-600-off-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/sony-is-still-selling-last-years-flagship-oled-tv-for-600-off-and-i-highly-recommend-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some of the best Amazon Prime Day SSD and storage deals are still live - Samsung, WD, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[I track SSD deals, and found huge markdowns from top brands for Amazon Prime Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/some-of-the-best-amazon-prime-day-ssd-and-storage-deals-are-still-live-samsung-wd-and-more/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/some-of-the-best-amazon-prime-day-ssd-and-storage-deals-are-still-live-samsung-wd-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prime Day is over, but Walmart's big sale is still on: Up to 50% off laptops, TVs, &amp; more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walmart's massive rival Prime Day sale ends Sunday night, but great deals on 4K smart TVs, Apple tech, and laptops are still live.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/prime-day-is-over-but-walmarts-big-sale-is-still-on-up-to-50-off-laptops-tvs-amp-more/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/prime-day-is-over-but-walmarts-big-sale-is-still-on-up-to-50-off-laptops-tvs-amp-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Garmin smartwatch is a top-selling Prime Day deal (that's still live) - here's why I recommend it]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro is a luxury smartwatch with rugged features - and ZDNET readers are taking advantage of the current all-time low price, even though Prime Day is over.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-garmin-smartwatch-is-a-top-selling-prime-day-deal-thats-still-live-heres-why-i-recommend-it/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-garmin-smartwatch-is-a-top-selling-prime-day-deal-thats-still-live-heres-why-i-recommend-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prime Day is over, but these 60+ top deals are still live (for now): Apple, Garmin, LG, more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amazon Prime Day 2026 deals have come and gone, but we're still seeing some of the same discounts live on editor-approved products like TVs, laptops, and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/prime-day-is-over-but-these-60-top-deals-are-still-live-for-now-apple-garmin-lg-more/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/prime-day-is-over-but-these-60-top-deals-are-still-live-for-now-apple-garmin-lg-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I turned my old Android phone into a streaming stick for free - in 6 easy steps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Skip the streaming stick - here's how I used a spare Pixel phone to watch movies on my TV.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-turned-my-old-android-phone-into-a-streaming-stick-for-free-in-6-easy-steps/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/how-i-turned-my-old-android-phone-into-a-streaming-stick-for-free-in-6-easy-steps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I made Linux look like Windows 11 for free - with a few simple tweaks to Zorin OS]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you fancy a Windows 11 layout, but want to use Linux, you're in luck.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-made-linux-look-like-windows-11-for-free-with-a-few-simple-tweaks-to-zorin-os/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-made-linux-look-like-windows-11-for-free-with-a-few-simple-tweaks-to-zorin-os/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[13 Google Photos settings I always change on every new device - and why]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before I let Google Photos loose on my Android or iPhone camera roll, I check these backup, privacy, and AI settings first.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/13-google-photos-settings-i-always-change-on-every-new-device-and-why/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/13-google-photos-settings-i-always-change-on-every-new-device-and-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Linux Mint vs RefreshOS: I found the best distro for new users]]></title><description><![CDATA[These two user-friendly distributions take different routes to the 'best Linux' crown. In the end, it all comes down to the desktop.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/linux-mint-vs-refreshos-i-found-the-best-distro-for-new-users/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/linux-mint-vs-refreshos-i-found-the-best-distro-for-new-users/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This mesh system will make your at-home Wi-Fi lightning fast - and it's still 30% off for Prime Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[The TP-Link Deco 7 Pro is perfect for large houses with many devices, and each configuration is on sale right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-mesh-system-will-make-your-at-home-wi-fi-lightning-fast-and-its-still-30-off-for-prime-day/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 03:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-mesh-system-will-make-your-at-home-wi-fi-lightning-fast-and-its-still-30-off-for-prime-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This massive 8TB SanDisk SSD is $1,200 off at Best Buy - but not for long]]></title><description><![CDATA[The price of SSDs has been skyrocketing, but you can still save nearly 64% on the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive external SSD from Best Buy - until the deal ends tomorrow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-massive-8tb-sandisk-ssd-is-1200-off-at-best-buy-but-not-for-long/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 03:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-massive-8tb-sandisk-ssd-is-1200-off-at-best-buy-but-not-for-long/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I always pack this palm-sized Kindle before I leave the house - and it's under $100 until Prime Day ends]]></title><description><![CDATA[The base-model Kindle is discounted on Amazon Prime Day. Buy one for under $100 before the sale ends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-always-pack-this-palm-sized-kindle-before-i-leave-the-house-and-its-under-100-until-prime-day-ends/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-always-pack-this-palm-sized-kindle-before-i-leave-the-house-and-its-under-100-until-prime-day-ends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GTA 6 will launch as download only - does that mean the disc is dead?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Music and films are now largely digital-only - does the lack of a disc for GTA 6 mean gaming is going the same way?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gta-6-will-launch-as-download-only-does-that-mean-the-disc-is-dead/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 01:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/gta-6-will-launch-as-download-only-does-that-mean-the-disc-is-dead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most popular products during Amazon Prime Day 4: JBL and Bose speakers, Garmin watches, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're tracking the items ZDNET readers have actually purchased during Prime Day sales so far today, and these deals are still here for a few more hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-most-popular-products-during-amazon-prime-day-4-jbl-and-bose-speakers-garmin-watches-and-more/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-most-popular-products-during-amazon-prime-day-4-jbl-and-bose-speakers-garmin-watches-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our lab tests prove the deals on these 5 Prime Day winners are worth the money]]></title><description><![CDATA[These five products were the tops in our lab testing, and some have discounts of up to 50% off on Amazon right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/our-lab-tests-prove-the-deals-on-these-5-prime-day-winners-are-worth-the-money/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/our-lab-tests-prove-the-deals-on-these-5-prime-day-winners-are-worth-the-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Apple Watch Series 11 is still under $280 on Amazon - but not for much longer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Apple Watch Series 11 arrived last year with a full suite of health-tracking features and an extended battery life, and it's on sale for 30% off for a few more hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-apple-watch-series-11-is-still-under-280-on-amazon-but-not-for-much-longer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/the-apple-watch-series-11-is-still-under-280-on-amazon-but-not-for-much-longer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My favorite Prime Day streaming stick deal will be gone soon - here's why you need it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amazon Prime Day ends tonight, and this $25 Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is one deal you won't want to miss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/my-favorite-prime-day-streaming-stick-deal-will-be-gone-soon-heres-why-you-need-it/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/my-favorite-prime-day-streaming-stick-deal-will-be-gone-soon-heres-why-you-need-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This coin-sized flash drive doubles my laptop's storage space - and it's cheaper than you think]]></title><description><![CDATA[SanDisk's ExtremeFit 512GB flash drive is PC and Mac-compatible and plug-and-play ready. Plus, it's $25 off - for now]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-coin-sized-flash-drive-doubles-my-laptops-storage-space-and-its-cheaper-than-you-think/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-coin-sized-flash-drive-doubles-my-laptops-storage-space-and-its-cheaper-than-you-think/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I bring this Bose speaker to every outdoor gathering - get it for 33% off before Prime Day ends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bose's SoundLink Plus is a great midsize speaker for indoor and outdoor use. It's on sale for Prime Day, but Amazon's sale ends tonight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-bring-this-bose-speaker-to-every-outdoor-gathering-get-it-for-33-off-before-prime-day-ends/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/i-bring-this-bose-speaker-to-every-outdoor-gathering-get-it-for-33-off-before-prime-day-ends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your last chance to score the $200 Ninja Slushi deal is at Best Buy - but hurry]]></title><description><![CDATA[The popular Ninja Slushi is officially sold out at Amazon and Walmart, but it's still in stock at Best Buy for its best price ever. But don't wait.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-last-chance-to-score-the-200-ninja-slushi-deal-is-at-best-buy-but-hurry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/your-last-chance-to-score-the-200-ninja-slushi-deal-is-at-best-buy-but-hurry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 smartwatch is 50% off on Amazon - while supplies lasts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 smartwatch is half off during Prime Day. Grab it before the sale ends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-garmin-epix-pro-gen-2-smartwatch-is-50-off-on-amazon-while-supplies-lasts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/ict/this-garmin-epix-pro-gen-2-smartwatch-is-50-off-on-amazon-while-supplies-lasts/</guid></item></channel></rss>