KANE'S TECH TIPS:
SUNDAY 15th JUNE 2025
Welcome to another low down on all the latest Tech news, Tips and Tricks to help you keep up to date with the latest from the Tech world!
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Trialling Driverless Taxis In UK By Uber
Uber will trial robotaxis - autonomous cars with no human safety driver at the wheel - in London next spring.
The ride-hailing app will work with the UK artificial intelligence (AI) firm Wayve, which has been testing out the technology on the city's streets with human oversight, in line with current legislation.
The announcement comes after the UK government changed its rules about driverless cars once again.
It was originally aiming for the tech to come to British roads in 2026, then the date was changed to the second half of 2027.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwynm4wl1j7o
Source: BBC News
Microsoft Revealed ROG Xbox Ally - Handheld Console
Microsoft has finally revealed its highly-anticipated handheld console, years after it was first rumoured.
The ROG Xbox Ally will let gamers access their Game Pass subscription library on-the-go, in effect meaning members will start off with hundreds of games.
It is being made in partnership with Asus, which has been making handheld gaming devices since 2023, and will be released at the end of 2025 - though it is unknown what it will cost.
Speculation over Microsoft making a handheld Xbox has been widespread for more than a decade, with the company starting and scrapping various efforts over the years.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1de113lkdpo
Source: BBC News
AI Scholarship
A new scholarship aimed at developing the next generation of artificial intelligence "pioneers" will open to applicants in spring 2026.
The Sparck AI scholarships, named after pioneering British computer scientist Karen Sparck Jones, will give master's degree university students access to industry-leading firms as the Government looks to boost the UK's AI credentials.
The University of Bristol will be one of nine universities to offer the fully-funded Government scholarship, alongside faculties in Newcastle, Manchester and Edinburgh.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8d136nrz3yo
Source: BBC News
App Of The Week
This weeks app of the week is called Anxiety and panic relief: carlmer
Key features of this app include guided breathing exercises to calm down, and they are well-instructed and easy to follow.
Emergency SOS Mode. This is a standout feature that boasts a "Panic Mode" button, which guides you through grounding exercises should ypu experience any acute anxiety episodes. This tool is particularly useful for those needing immediate assistance.
This app is free to download on IOS and Android Devices
Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.calmer.anxiety_panic_attack_relief
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/app/anxiety-panic-relief-calmer/id6502701857
🛡️ Security Corner 🛡️
You can research online shops to check they're legitimate, particularly if it’s a store you’ve not used before. Use consumer websites, or reviews from people (or organisations) that you trust.
You might receive suspicious emails or texts (known as phishing messages) that contain links to fake shops, with promotions that seem too good to be true. These days it’s easy for a criminal to duplicate the design of a legitimate website, which will often include logos, trademarks and products copied from a genuine store. Many will also use a deceptive website domain that can be easily mistaken for a genuine domain
