Broadband Genie blog
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Alternatives to Sky Broadband for O2 and Be Broadband customers looking to switch
The news that Sky would be buying out O2's broadband business came as a shock to its many loyal users. Plenty of them aren’t happy about the change - O2 has admitted that 15.9 of its customer base has already fled ahead of the changeover later this year. But some of you have been with O2 or Be for a long while now, and finding another ISP to match the service you’ve been happy with...
by on 21 May 2013 -
Don’t want to wait for Windows 8.1? Get the Windows 8 start menu and desktop back right now
It took a while, but after all the middling reviews and figures showing falling PC sales Microsoft has finally admitted that Windows 8 is a bit of a damp squib. Windows 8 was supposed to herald a new era for its desktop and mobile operating systems by unifying the interfaces and making it easier for developers to create applications for both platforms But Windows users did not take kindly to...
by on 20 May 2013 -
Broadband and phone services: a guide to moving home
The internet is now such an integral part of our lives that it’s become an important consideration when moving home. According to Halifax, a third of people surveyed said broadband coverage would affect their home buying decisions and a fifth said they would even pay extra for decent broadband speeds. Clearly it's incredibly vital for many of us, so when moving the last thing you want is...
by on 16 May 2013 -
BT launch BT Sport! Get a years FREE HD TV when you join now.
Announced on 13 May 2013
Expires on 31 Jul 2013
BT has announced the launch of its new BT Sport TV product, which looks set to shake up the TV deals landscape over the coming months. From August, BT will be broadcasting amazing and exclusive sport...
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Review: Pebble smartwatch
Google Glass is now out in the wild and strapped to the heads of some of the world’s most eager geeks. The level of excitement over this futuristic headset shows that wearable computing is set to be the next big technology trend, but in the long term we don’t see devices like Glass having the biggest impact. It’s the more subtle gear like smartwatches that will hold mass-market appeal....
by on 07 May 2013 -
Competition: win a Globalgig mobile Wi-Fi dongle and 5GB international credit!
Going abroad and want to stay online, but put off by the cost of data roaming on a smartphone or mobile broadband dongle? Globalgig has the answer. Globalgig offer low cost internet access in the UK, Ireland, Denmark, Sweden, United States, Australia, Hong Kong and Australia. Prices start at just £10 per month for 1GB, up to only £29 for 10GB. That’s far cheaper than roaming on...
by on 26 April 2013 -
Using mobile broadband abroad - what does it cost to surf the internet on holiday?
Stories of people getting hit with massive bills while using a smartphone or mobile broadband dongle on holiday are unfortunately common, but while foreign net access is still pricier than staying within the UK recent changes have made data roaming far more affordable. Last year the EU put its foot down and told all European networks that they had to get their act together when it comes to the cost...
by on 26 April 2013 -
Google Fiber infographic: Will it take over the world?
Unless you've been under a tech news rock for the past couple of weeks, you've probably heard all the hype about Google Fiber. For the uninitiated, Google launched a fibre broadband service in Kansas offering 1Gb speeds for reasonable prices - blowing the US competition out of the water (details below). Hundreds of column inches have been dedicated to this 'new' superfast phenomenon; most...
by on 25 April 2013 3 Comments -
Guest post: Android vs Apple – which is the best platform for business?
Life moves pretty fast – especially in the world of mobile phones, where perpetual innovation is needed just to remain relevant to business users. In the eyes of the customer you’re only as good as your last device. The battle for supremacy Blackberry's phones and operating system looked unbeatable for a long time. However, all eyes are now focused on watching Android and Apple...
24 April 2013 -
The top 10 smartphones you can buy right now
A few years back choosing a smartphone was pretty straightforward. You either got an iPhone, or took a chance on one of the few Android handsets from HTC or Samsung that were worth considering. But now Android rivals iOS on the software front, Windows Phone 8 offers an interesting alternative, and manufacturers have made some incredibly powerful and attractive handsets. If you're shopping for...
by on 08 April 2013