Here in the US, Google Pay is widely supported, and for that we’re grateful. In international markets, support isn’t always as easily found, but the list of partner banks is ever expanding. Over the past month, we’ve noticed that Google Pay has added support for a number of new banks for a handful of countries […]
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Brexit: The Test of the Ultras?
Theresa May had the cheek to push the Brexit calendar back a full two weeks plus, on the “Are you kidding?” excuse that she could wrest concessions from the EU on the Irish backstop. The Europeans had said in as many ways that they could that there would be no […]
Read MoreYou can now buy Oppo smartphones in the UK
Only available for pre-order up until now, Oppo smartphones are now officially available for purchase in the U.K. through phone retailer Carphone Warehouse. The three available Oppo smartphones are the Find X, RX17 Pro, and RX17 Neo. The Find X sells for 799 pounds, while the RX17 Pro and RX17 Neo sell for 549 and […]
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Rapyd raises $40 million to expand its payments network worldwide
Rapyd, a U.K.-based firm that helps companies and merchants of all sizes integrate a range of payment services into their platforms, has raised $40 million in series B funding to further expand its operations worldwide. The round was led by General Catalyst and Stripe and included participation from Target Global, […]
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Believing Six Impossible Things Before Brexit
Alice laughed: “There’s no use trying,” she said; “one can’t believe impossible things.” “I daresay you haven’t had much practice,” said the Queen. “When I was younger, I always did it for half an hour a day. Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.” Alice […]
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No Joke, What’s Happening to 21 Savage Is Pretty Damn Concerning
21 Savage attends the CFDA / Vogue Fashion Fund 15th Anniversary Event on November 5, 2018 in Brooklyn, New York.Photo: Roy Rochlin (Getty Images) It was all jokes… until it wasn’t. In fact, it never really was a joke. A bit of transparency here: when I first saw news of […]
Read MoreNo Deal Brexit will lead to “putrefying stockpiles of rubbish” and “slurry”
If the UK does not secure a Brexit deal, it will lose its export license for “millions of tonnes of waste,” meaning that the British Isles will have to find somewhere to stockpile all that waste, with concomitant “odours” and “runoff of leachates, causing secondary pollution.” But that’s nothing compared to the problems […]
Read MoreSky’s Now TV app for Android introduces offline viewing
Now TV is one of the UK’s most popular streaming services, particularly because it’s owned by Sky, the UK’s biggest pay-TV provider. The latest update to the Android app introduces a long-awaited feature — offline viewing. It was promised before Christmas but is now finally rolling out. The service allows you to watch some of […]
Read MoreBest Android phones you can buy in the UK right now (January 2019)
With Android thoroughly dominating the mobile industry, there are almost countless great Android smartphones to pick from in the U.K. phones market. From sleek devices that impress with premium design, to powerhouses brimming with features, to all-around great devices, and affordable phones that punch above their weight, the best Android phones in U.K. offer a […]
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Brexit: May Running Down the Clock by Backing Yet-Again-Nixed Renegotiation of Withdrawal Agreement
You have to give Theresa May credit for being clever, or at least more clever than the various MPs that were braying that Parliament would take control of Brexit yesterday. No such thing happened, not even close. For starters, all Parliament was voting on were motions, and motions are not […]
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Rare Rides: The Sports-Luxury 1966 Jaguar S-Type 3.8
Long before the Ford-based retro throwback began showing up on dealer lots, Jaguar produced a contemporary and modern sedan called the S-type. Let’s check out a brown example, this one hailing from 1966.The roots of the original S-Type lie within its predecessor, the Mark 2 (Mk. II). As with many […]
Read MoreHMD brings Nokia 8.1 to UK, starts at £379.99 from today!
HMD Global has announced it is bringing the Nokia 8.1 to the U.K. market from today. The company made the announcement in an emailed press release earlier this morning. The mid-range device will be available in blue/silver and steel/copper colors for £379.99 (~$498) from various U.K. retailers. It’s still shown as temporarily out of stock […]
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Brexit: May’s Sweatbox
When I searched on Brexit just now, I saw such a rehash of what ought to be old stories that I thought there must be something wrong with Google. “May to focus on Irish backstop.” “May mulls amending Good Friday Agreement.” “U.K. Parliament Moves Closer to Stopping a No-Deal Brexit” […]
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The UK government’s settled status app for EU nationals is an embarrassment
Brexit is imminent. While the debate around the terms of the UK’s departure from the European Union is framed as a battle between “leavers” and “remainers,” it’s often easy to forget that there are over three million EU citizens caught in the middle. Some of these people have lived in […]
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Brexit: Chasing Their Tails
Despite the high drama of the last two days, much less has changed on HMS Brexit than ought to have. For instance, even though the catastrophic defeat of May’s Withdrawal Agreement should have led the Prime Minister to get serious about a Plan B, it’s not evident that she’s unveil […]
Read More[Update: More and more countries] Google One’s storage plans start rolling out in the UK and Canada
Looks like the Google One love is already spreading, and now we get word that the service is now available to users in additional nations across Europe, including Spain, France, The rollout of Google One has been hitting more and more countries over the past few weeks. We’ve had reports from users in New Zealand, Taiwan, […]
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TransferWise applies for Belgian license amid Brexit fears
Transferwise, the cross-border payments unicorn, has announced it’s in the process of applying for a Belgian license, in order to ensure a continuity of service to its European customers in the event of a no-deal Brexit. The company also plans to open an office in the Belgian capital, although has […]
Read MoreUK Deal: OnePlus 6 down to £439 at Amazon (£30 off) in January sale
We recently crowned the OnePlus 6T the best value phone of 2018, but if you’re in the U.K. and want to save even more money on a 2018 OnePlus flagship you shouldn’t discount its excellent predecessor. To mark the January sales season, OnePlus has teamed up with Amazon to offer the OnePlus 6 for 439 GBP. […]
Read MoreFirst it was Xiaomi, now Oppo announces plans for UK launch
Xiaomi made a big splash in the U.K. late last year, when it finally brought its mobile wares to the country. Now, Oppo has committed to take on its rival Chinese brand in the British market, head on. The manufacturer announced the plan on Twitter, confirming a new Oppo U.K. Twitter account as well as […]
Read MoreUK Deals of the Week: £50 off Pocophone F1 (128GB), 2 Google Home Minis for £59
Welcome to your weekly round-up of the best Android phone deals and offers on Android accessories, Android tablets, smartwatches, general tech, and a little of whatever else is on offer in the world of mobile for buyers in the U.K.! Editor’s Pick Speed Test G: Pocophone F1 vs OnePlus 6T When it comes to competitively […]
Read MoreUK Deals of the Week: Save £120 on Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro, 40% off Lenovo Smart Display
Welcome to your weekly round-up of the best U.K. deals of the week for Android phones, network plans, accessories, smart home tech, and a little of whatever else is on offer in the world of mobile! Editor’s Pick Google Home Hub vs Lenovo Smart Display There are now a few choices if you’re in the […]
Read MoreUK Deals of the Week: Google Pixel 3 with free Home Mini, Samsung Galaxy Watch mega bundle
Welcome to your weekly round-up of the best U.K. deals of the week for Android phones, network plans, accessories, smart home tech, and a little of whatever else is on offer in the world of mobile! Editor’s Pick Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL vs the competition https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn7D48hRmCI After far too many leaks, Google’s new […]
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