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Tech's Message is the Webby Award-shortlisted technology podcast from London-based journalist Nate Lanxon (Bloomberg, Wired, CNET). Hear news, insight & nostalgia inspired by the week's UK-focussed technology headlines, presented with heart, humour and irreverent personalities. Hundreds of five-star reviews don't lie. Listen now!
I am a writer and broadcaster specialising in video games and technology, and the resident video game expert on BBC 5 live and Sky News. My work has appeared in Wired, The Independent and The Telegraph, and I regularly comment for outlets such as CNN, Yahoo! and The Metro. I also have experience hosting gaming events at BAFTA, MCM Expo and the London IMAX. Prior to this, I also launched the websites CNET and GameSpot in the UK, editing GameSpot for four years. Under my leadership, it became ...
Cooley On Cars is the only show all about high-tech cars and modern driving, hosted by Brian Cooley.
Cooley On Cars is the only show all about high-tech cars and modern driving, hosted by Brian Cooley.
Cooley On Cars is the only show all about high-tech cars and modern driving, hosted by Brian Cooley.
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It's Time To Delete WhatsApp And Lose Weight: TM 226 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message Nate is joined by Andy Hoyle to discuss: WhatsApp gives users an ultimatum: Share data with Facebook or stop using the app https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2021/01/whatsapp-users-must-share-their-data-with-facebook-or-stop-using-the-app/ https://www.wired.co.uk/article/signal-vs-whatsapp Tacklin…
Air conditioning, heat and braking can make a big difference in your EV's range per charge.By CNET
Air conditioning, heat and braking can make a big difference in your EV's range per charge.By CNET
Air conditioning, heat and braking can make a big difference in your EV's range per charge.By CNET
Happy new year! Here’s an update on the return of Tech’s Message and what Nate’s been up to during the downtime. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
And a few reasons why it may not last.By CNET
And a few reasons why it may not last.By CNET
And a few reasons why it may not last.By CNET
They come in six flavors, from self-braking to self-driving.By CNET
They come in six flavors, from self-braking to self-driving.By CNET
They come in six flavors, from self-braking to self-driving.By CNET
These are the codes you need to know when you buy new tires.By CNET
These are the codes you need to know when you buy new tires.By CNET
These are the codes you need to know when you buy new tires.By CNET
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In the UK, fuel is sold by the liter, but its use is measured by MPG. What's that all about?By CNET
In the UK, fuel is sold by the liter, but its use is measured by MPG. What's that all about?By CNET
In the UK, fuel is sold by the liter, but its use is measured by MPG. What's that all about?By CNET
Rotated tires can last thousands of miles longer.By CNET
Rotated tires can last thousands of miles longer.By CNET
Rotated tires can last thousands of miles longer.By CNET
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Why Dolby Vision HDR Is Such A Big Deal For Mobile Phones: TM 225 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: IPhone 12 Pro Adds 10 Bit Dolby Vision HDR ASA bans misleading Homescapes, Gardenscapes ads https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2020-10-13-asa-bans-misleading-homescapes-gardenscapes-ads Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well …
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“The Gloved Finger Is On The Periphery Of The Problematic Orifice”: TM 224 Short Version
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NOTE: This is probably one of the most fun-yet-informative shows in TM history, according to hosts and live listeners at the time. Short version is good, Extended version is better, Unedited version is a blast. Enjoy! This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: Health Records on iPhone now available in UK https://9to5mac.com/2020/10/07/heal…
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PayPal’s New ‘Inactivity Fees’ Mean Brits Must Spend It Or Lose It: TM 223 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: Tube will soon be entirely cashless, says TfL boss https://www.standard.co.uk/news/transport/tube-london-cashless-andy-byford-a4560826.html PayPal introducing inactivity fee in the UK https://www.paypalobjects.com/marketing/ua/pdf/GB/en/ua-121620.pdf#page90 New UK app records police encounters and…
There are a lot of terms used to describe the features of a car, do you know which ones you can ignore and which ones to pay attention to?By CNET
There are a lot of terms used to describe the features of a car, do you know which ones you can ignore and which ones to pay attention to?By CNET
There are a lot of terms used to describe the features of a car, do you know which ones you can ignore and which ones to pay attention to?By CNET
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Behind The Mystery Of Broadband That Stops Working At 7 AM: TM 222 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: The pandemic has killed cash https://www.wired.co.uk/article/pandemic-cashless-society Old TV caused village broadband outages for 18 months https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-54239180 Zen Internet explainer: https://support.zen.co.uk/kb/Knowledgebase/Broadband-Understanding-REIN-and-SHINE Sir Davi…
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UK Police On TikTok, Guardian Shuts Down Parody Site, ARM Goes To Nvidia: TM 221 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: TikTok: Cambridgeshire police officers warned over 'offensive' videos https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-54154832 SEE ALSO: https://www.reddit.com/r/policeuk/comments/itpfc1/bbc_news_tiktok_cambridgeshire_police_officers/ AND: https://www.cambs.police.uk/assets/PDFs/About/Miscond…
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Robot Care Workers, Drone-Delivered Condoms, Xbox Game Pass: TM 220 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: Robots to be used in UK care homes to help reduce loneliness https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/sep/07/robots-used-uk-care-homes-help-reduce-loneliness Tesco to trial drone delivery service https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-54102580 Xbox Game Pass is adding EA Play games to its lineup ht…
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EE Goes All-In With Apple, Fake Reviewers Busted, IFA’s Folds: TM 219 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message Nate is joined by CNET.com’s Andy Hoyle! Check out Andy’s photography YouTube channel and his CNET IFA experience video. UK carrier EE launches ‘first of its kind’ iPhone cell plan bundling Apple Music, TV+ and Arcade https://9to5mac.com/2020/09/02/ee-full-works-iphone-bundle-plan/ Amazon takes dow…
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Napster Goes British, Drink Driving Tech, Windows 95: TM 218 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: Napster sold for a song to UK virtual events company https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2020/08/napster-sold-for-a-song-to-uk-virtual-events-company/ Phones could detect drinking over legal driving limit https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-53834476 Happy Birthday, Windows 95 https://www.gizmodo.co.…
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There Will Be No Teenage Debauchery In My Guesthouse: TM 217 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: Eurostar blames Covid-19 for premium seat only wi-fi https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-53737400 Airbnb to limit UK bookings for under-25s https://www.cityam.com/party-poopers-airbnb-to-limit-uk-bookings-for-under-25s/ Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, w…
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The New Use For Cinemas Is Not Movies: TM 216 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: UK Cinemas Disappointed That Mulan Will Release on Disney+ Instead https://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2020/08/uk-cinemas-disappointed-that-mulan-will-release-on-disney-instead/ Jurors could watch trials on cinema screens after successful test atOdeon in Edinburgh https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/news/scott…
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There Is A Death To Mourn And Its Name Is Argos Catalogue: TM 215 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: Argos axes 'book of dreams' catalogue after 48 years https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-53592591 Browse old Argos catalogues here: http://dev.argosbookofdreams.co.uk Sainsbury's to try out virtual queuing system https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-53569086 This iPhone accessory might be the big…
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Cassettes Are Back, It’s No Wind Up: TM 214 Short Version
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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message: UK music fans snap up 65,000 cassettes in 2020 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-53472748 With no Olympics to gawp at, we’re all buying smaller, cheaper TVs https://www.wired.co.uk/article/how-coronavirus-killed-television-sales Vodafone Adds Amazon Prime and YouTube Premium as New Benefits ht…