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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.

18 Juli 202132min

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.

4 Juli 202129min

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.

27 Juni 202129min

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.

20 Juni 202126min

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.

13 Juni 202136min

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:Amazon to stream major National Theatre plays in UK and Irelandhttps://www.theguardian.com/stage/2021/may/25/amazon-to-stream-major-national-theatre-plays-in-uk-and-ireland'Irresponsible' London Underground Bitcoin advert bannedhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57254318Related: NatWest launches 'urgent' cryptocurrency scam alert https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57267199What the ad probably should have said is that it’s time to sell.** Exclusive for Patreon supporters **Access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:First impressions of new iPad ProFast, obviouslyWeird glow caused by the new screen technology’s local dimming16GB of RAM means everything stays in memory basically, most noticeably Safari tabsBattery life feels lower, anecdotallyCenter Stage camera feature really good but not easy to disable in-appCameras are unchanged physically, I’m toldProcessing RAWs in Lightroom is lightning quickBiggest limitation is iPadOS once againAlso 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.

30 Maj 202126min

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.

23 Maj 202126min

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.

16 Maj 202140min