Tech’s Message Episode 240

This week on Tech’s Message:BT to phase out 3G in UK by 2023 for EE, Plusnet, BT Mobile subscribershttps://www.theregister.com/2021/07/15/bt_3g_shutdown/NOTE FOR MORE ON the 5G BIT: EE aims for 5G coverage everywhere in UK by 2028 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57811958Online racists face football ban of up to 10 years, vows Boris Johnsonhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-57837003The extended version available via Patreon or Apple Podcasts subscriptions also includes:The Steam Deck sold out in minutes, which suggests it's a very good ideahttps://www.t3.com/news/the-steam-deck-sold-out-in-minutes-which-suggests-its-a-very-good-ideaBecome a supporter to unlock bonus content and listen live: Patreon & Apple Podcasts.Full show notes, subscription options and more available at https://www.uktechshow.com.TECH’S MESSAGE IS:Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian Morris Production and Editing: Nate Lanxon Voiceover Artist: Marta SvetekMusic: Audio Network & Pond5 Certain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / Freepik Publisher (Free Version): Acast Copyright © Nate LanxonAds (on free version) are not endorsements, nor controlled by Tech’s Message. Read Nate’s ad policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week on Tech’s Message:Right to repair rules will extend lifespan of products, government sayshttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57665593Some specifics here on what’s included:https://www.which.co.uk/news/2021/06/new-right-to-repair-laws-introduced-what-do-they-actually-mean-for-you/Parents of children called Alexa challenge Amazonhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57680173https://www.latimes.com/business/la-xpm-2012-nov-30-la-fi-tn-apple-baby-names-mac-siri-20121130-story.htmlThe extended version available via Patreon or Apple Podcasts subscriptions also includes:Ian’s visit to a Dolby Atmos studioSee picture in this post as referenced in the episode.Become a supporter to unlock bonus content and listen live: Patreon & Apple Podcasts.Full show notes, subscription options and more available at https://www.uktechshow.com.TECH’S MESSAGE IS:Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekMusic: Audio Network & Pond5Certain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher (Free Version): AcastCopyright © Nate LanxonAds (on free version) are not endorsements, nor controlled by Tech’s Message. Read Nate’s ad policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week on Tech’s Message:Roaming fees are back. It’s time to switch networkhttps://www.wired.co.uk/article/uk-roaming-charges-eu https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45064268 BT Signs OneWeb Deal to Tackle UK Rural Broadband Slow Spotshttps://www.ispreview.co.uk/index.php/2021/06/bt-sign-oneweb-deal-to-tackle-uk-rural-broadband-slow-spots.html https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-06-27/bt-agrees-to-use-oneweb-satellites-for-u-k-rural-internet-push?sref=5hBiPAPDhttps://www.oneweb.world/media-center/oneweb-and-bt-sign-agreement-to-explore-rural-connectivity-solutions-in-the-uk-and-beyondThe extended version available via Patreon or Apple Podcasts subscriptions also includes:“I’m totally screwed.” WD My Book Live users wake up to find their data deletedhttps://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/06/mass-data-wipe-in-my-book-devices-prompts-warning-from-western-digital/ https://community.wd.com/t/help-all-data-in-mybook-live-gone-and-owner-password-unknown/268111Become a supporter to unlock bonus content and listen live: Patreon & Apple Podcasts.Full show notes, subscription options and more available at https://www.uktechshow.com.TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekMusic: Audio Network & Pond5Certain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher (Free Version): AcastCopyright © Nate LanxonAds (on free version) are not endorsements, nor controlled by Tech’s Message. Read Nate’s ad policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week on Tech’s Message:Nate is joined by Kate Lanxon. Find her website at https://www.snailscribbles.com and on Instagram @snail_scribbles.Three UK telco bug has customers receiving and making random callshttps://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/three-uk-telco-bug-has-customers-receiving-and-making-random-calls/ https://twitter.com/ThreeUK/status/1406186043708223491 Note recycled phone numbers. https://www.telesign.com/blog/number-deactivation-and-the-recycled-phone-number-dilemmaWoman gets calls daily for Elon Musk’s old number https://www.npr.org/2020/05/21/858155045/she-gets-calls-and-texts-meant-for-elon-musk-some-are-pretty-weirdhttps://www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-telecoms-and-internet/advice-for-consumers/advice/pay-as-you-go-mobile-use-it-or-lose-itChloe Khan and Jodie Marsh rapped by watchdoghttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57467777 FeedbackFROM MARKHey Nate and Ian,Just catching up on TM240 and listening to you discuss live-streamed theatre and I thought you might be interested to know that at least the Globe Theatre (the one on the southbank) kinds of did this for part of their children’s programme. My kids, 6 and 9 attended a version of Romeo and Juliet back in Feb on Zoom where about 50 families called in for each live show. It was a format that was half acting and half storytelling so only had 1-2 actors but was very well done and is similar to a format of live shows they did for kids before the pandemic. It was great live and we had organised to watch it with a couple of other families each in our own homes which worked surprisingly well. It looks like they may still be doing it if you wanted to read a bit more about it https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/seasons/telling-tales-2021/ The extended version available via Patreon or Apple Podcasts subscriptions also includes: Deliveroo couriers can train to spot crimeshttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57428966 Become a supporter to unlock bonus content and listen live: Patreon & Apple Podcasts.Full show notes, subscription options and more available at https://www.uktechshow.com. TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekMusic: Audio Network & Pond5Certain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher (Free Version): AcastCopyright © Nate LanxonAds (on free version) are not endorsements, nor controlled by Tech’s Message. Read Nate’s ad policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:Xbox Announced Streaming TV Sticks and Smart TV Appshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-06-10/microsoft-wants-to-offer-xbox-gaming-on-tvs-without-the-console?sref=5hBiPAPD Apple Lossless & Spatial AudioWe examine the features, the pros and the cons and determine what more needs to be done to make lossless and hi-res even greater.** Exclusive for Patreon supporters **Access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:Apple AirPods vs. Google Pixel Buds A-Series: which wireless earbuds are the best? https://www.tomsguide.com/uk/face-off/apple-airpods-vs-google-pixel-buds-a-seriesAlso each episode for Patreon supporters: Extended segmentsPersonal storiesFun outtakes and so much more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Host: Andy HoyleProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekMusic: Audio Network & Pond5Certain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastCopyright © Nate LanxonAds are not endorsements, nor controlled by Tech’s Message. Read Nate’s ad policy.Visit Us: UKTechShow.comWANT MORE? Access ad-free, extended versions of each episode, download our weekly sister show Extra Message, listen to us recording live or download a full uncensored copy on demand, and much more, by joining us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech. You’ll get instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, Extra Message, our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, and there’s zero commitment required. Give us a try and support me and the show in the process! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:London will open electric scooter trials in JuneSee press release https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/media/press-releases/2021/may/tfl-and-london-councils-announce-london-s-e-scooter-trial-will-begin-in-junehttps://www.engadget.com/e-scooter-trials-to-begin-in-london-starting-next-month-122007779.htmlThe UK plans to roll out an emergency alert system this yearhttps://www.engadget.com/uk-sms-emergency-alert-system-151502943.html** Exclusive for Patreon supporters ** Access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:Game streaming apps: They are very good. - Xbox vs. Steam - Nintendo Switch (apparently) - Google Stadia (aww) Also each episode for Patreon supporters:Extended segments Personal stories Fun outtakes and so much more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS:Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian Morris Recurring Guest Host: Andy Hoyle Production and Editing: Nate Lanxon Voiceover Artist: Marta Svetek Music: Audio Network & Pond5 Certain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / Freepik Publisher: Acast Copyright © Nate LanxonAds are not endorsements, nor controlled by Tech’s Message. Read Nate’s ad policy.Visit Us: UKTechShow.comWANT MORE? Access ad-free, extended versions of each episode, download our weekly sister show Extra Message, listen to us recording live or download a full uncensored copy on demand, and much more, by joining us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech. You’ll get instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, Extra Message, our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, and there’s zero commitment required. Give us a try and support me and the show in the process! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:Government publishes draft online harms billhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57071977Full PDF: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/985033/Draft_Online_Safety_Bill_Bookmarked.pdfHSBC plans Zoom-free Friday afternoons for some UK staffhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57057782** Exclusive for Patreon supporters ** Access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:Replacing Huawei's 5G Towers Begins… As Do The Crazieshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2021-05-14/replacing-huawei-s-5g-towers-video?sref=5hBiPAPDTwitter comments: https://twitter.com/Quicktake/status/1393133202307485698Also each episode for Patreon supporters:Extended segments Personal stories Fun outtakes and so much more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS:Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian Morris Recurring Guest Host: Andy Hoyle Production and Editing: Nate Lanxon Voiceover Artist: Marta Svetek Music: Audio Network & Pond5 Certain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / Freepik Publisher: Acast Copyright © Nate LanxonAds are not endorsements, nor controlled by Tech’s Message. Read Nate’s ad policy.Visit Us: UKTechShow.comWANT MORE? Access ad-free, extended versions of each episode, download our weekly sister show Extra Message, listen to us recording live or download a full uncensored copy on demand, and much more, by joining us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech. You’ll get instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, Extra Message, our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, and there’s zero commitment required. Give us a try and support me and the show in the process! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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