KANE'S TECH TIPS:
SUNDAY 27TH APRIL 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!
You can hear the feature On Air on a Sunday with Mark, and throughout the week.
OFCOM: New Rules for Social Media Platforms & Websites
Social media platforms and websites will be legally required to protect children from accessing harmful content online or risk facing fines, the communications watchdog has said.
Ofcom has published new regulations - known as the Children's Codes- that will require tech firms to instate age verification checks and change algorithm recommendations to continue operating in the UK.
Sites must adhere to the standards by 25 July.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5yljn2vkn1o
Source: BBC News
Marks and Spencer (M&S) Dealing With A "cyber incident"
Marks and Spencer (M&S) says it has been dealing with a "cyber incident" affecting some of its services over the last few days.
The UK retailer said its Click and Collect service had been impacted by technical issues along with its ability to collect contactless payments - with many customers taking to social media to complain about delays.
M&S chief executive Stuart Machin apologised to customers in a note.
He said the company had been forced to temporarily make "small changes" to store operations "to protect you and our business".
"There is no need for you to take any action at this time and if the situation changes, we will let you know," he said.
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's data watchdog, has been notified.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9djvzwn858o
Source: BBC News
Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Video game studio Bethesda has announced the long-rumoured launch of a remastered version of its 2006 hit Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
The fourth instalment of the series has maintained a cult following among fans despite it being almost two decades since its original release.
Now, gamers have been surprised as a remaster of the classic game has not only been announced - but released to digital stores immediately.
It comes as fans await the next game in the series, with the most recent entry - Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - having been released in 2011.
More than 600,000 people watched the live announcement on YouTube.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5y42wvjrd3o
Source: BBC News
App Of The Week
This week's app of the week is called Aworld in support of act now
The app was developed in partnership with the United Nations' ActNow campaign, with the aim of guiding individuals toward more sustainable lifestyles by providing personalized insights, educational content, and community engagement opportunities.
You will be able to calculate your annual CO₂ emissions and receive tailored suggestions to reduce your environmental impact.
This app is free to download on IOS and Android Devices
Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.aworld
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/app/aworld-in-support-of-actnow/id1462430336
🛡️ Security Corner 🛡️
Smart devices are electrical items that connect to the internet (or to your home network), usually via wifi. They include 'hi-tech' devices (think smart speakers, fitness trackers and security cameras) and also standard household items (such as fridges, thermostats, kettles and washing machines).
Unlike conventional electrical items, you can't just switch on a smart device and forget it; you'll need to check a few things before you start using it.
Your device is not secure if a criminal can guess the password used to access your smart device. This would allow them to log into your device, and use it to access your network, or to conduct cyber attacks.
