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This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- The UK's plan to put green plates on electric cars is dumb hypocrisyhttps://www.wired.co.uk/article/electric-car-green-number-plate- Red Dwarf is coming back with a made-for-TV moviehttps://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2019/10/red-dwarf-is-getting-a-tv-movie/- NHS to fully digitise prescriptions under plan to save £300mhttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/oct/19/nhs-to-scrap-paper-prescriptions-under-plan-to-save-300m-over-two-yearsPatreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: - Rural 'not spots' targeted through £1bn 4G mobile coverage dealhttps://news.sky.com/story/rural-not-spots-targeted-through-1bn-4g-mobile-coverage-deal-11844524- Our favourite tech and gadgets in Red Dwarf, and why- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit 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.

Special guest Tom Merritt of Daily Tech News Show.This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- UK porn blacklist is dead after government abandons age verificationhttps://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2019/10/uk-government-abandons-planned-porn-age-verification-scheme/ - Fury as Facebook pays just £28m of UK tax despite record £1.7bn revenueshttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2019/10/11/fury-facebook-pays-just-29m-uk-tax-despite-record-17bn-revenues/ - Jessops is Today's Doom-Threatened High Street Namehttps://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2019/10/jessops-high-street-closures/ Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Banning out-of-hours email 'could harm employee wellbeing’https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-50073107 - The story of the Radio Shack portable alarm at school discos- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit Us: UKTechShow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- Sony confirms the PlayStation 5 is coming in 2020- Dyson cancels its electric car- Andy Pandy’s Handy Guide to iPhone 11 PhotographyCheck out Andy’s new photography YouTube channel here. Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: 'Uber Pet' will let drivers know your furry friend is coming too- Extended discussion around strangely permitted support animals on flights- Nate’s story of taking a cat into a taxi driven by a man with a phobia of cats- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit 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.

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- The technology story behind Thomas Cook’s collapse- 'Sadfishing' social media warning from school heads- Scooters and Skirts, or lack thereofPatreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Letters to the Editors: Bird Fans- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit 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.

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- Sainsbury's reinstalls tills in till-free store- The UK may ban all watches during exams to prevent cheating- Letters To The Editors: Reusing a BlackBerryPatreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: - Hands-on with the NEW Samsung Galaxy Fold- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit 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.

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- World's first facial recognition bar opens in UK to end queue-jumping- Europe’s Cobbled Streets Are Breaking Scooters- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Plus hands-onPatreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Apple Music unveils ‘Digital Masters’ catalog as the future of ‘Mastered for iTunes’- Is the future of streaming music high-resolution lossless?- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit 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.

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- Microsoft Sets Up Shop Next to Apple With First European Store- WarnerMedia announces ‘HBO Max’ with new original TV, ‘Friends’ leaving Netflix- 30,000 followers makes you an Internet “celebrity,” says UK ad regulatorPatreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: What we’re buying on Prime Day and what you should too- Gaming chairs: pointless, or pointful?- What is a pretty little liars?- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit Us: UKTechShow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- Vodafone switches on 5G network with unlimited data plans in seven UK cities- BT to launch 5G services this autumn- Frustrated Brits can dump mobile providers by text as of todayPatreon supporters have access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Price Hikes as Virgin Media Start Boosting Broadband Upload Speeds- EXTRA STORY: Harry Potter: Wizards Unite — can it succeed how Pokemon Go succeeded?- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisRecurring Guest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikPublisher: AcastVisit 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.

This week on the regular version of Tech’s Message:- Facebook and eBay told to take action over fake reviewshttps://www.theguardian.com/business/2019/jun/21/facebook-and-ebay-told-to-take-action-over-fake-reviews-cma & some readings of amusing fake reviews from Amazon- Tesco turns to cashierless stores as competition with Amazon heats uphttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/2019/06/26/tesco-turns-cashierless-stores-competition-amazon-heats/ - Cashless Monopoly: Is this the final nail in the coffin for physical money?https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/shortcuts/2019/jun/25/cashless-monopoly-is-this-the-final-nail-in-the-coffin-for-physical-money Patreon supportershave access to our ad-free, longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Uber's latest app update is great for drivers, but terrible for ridershttps://www.wired.co.uk/article/uber-upfront-destinations- Uber food service’s dirty little secret https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/uber-food-service-s-dirty-little-secret-b0hv0x73g- Extra readings of funny fake Amazon reviews- Outtakes and more!TECH’S MESSAGE IS: Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisGuest Hosts: Andy Hoyle, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekCertain Artwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / Freepik Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:UK porn block delayed once again  https://www.wired.co.uk/article/uk-porn-block-delayedHeathrow Airport's New Scanners Will Let You Keep All Your Stuff in Your Bag at Security https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-48526019New Dolby Cinemas coming to Manchester and Birmingham  https://www.pocket-lint.com/tv/news/dolby/148393-new-dolby-cinemas-coming-to-manchester-and-birmingham-as-part-of-uk-rollout  Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:EXTRA STORY: Music industry targets troll farms distorting streaming revenues https://www.ft.com/content/371b7b96-92e1-11e9-aea1-2b1d33ac3271?segmentId=776b81d7-dd92-c731-e669-99cdd37d3a96#myft:my-news:rss PATREON-ONLY DISCUSSIONS ABOUT: - Nate's experience with a security guard and a glove at an airport- Slightly extended discussion about the UK porn law- The problem with fake podcast streams- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekArtwork Elements Designed By: macrovector / FreepikWANT 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.

Special guest: Charles Black. The founder of SEN.com joins us to talk about his success streaming live 4K video from a satellite orbiting Earth. What are his ambitions? How will he get to the moon? What makes live-streaming from space so unexpectedly difficult, besides the obvious challenges? Charles will explain all.This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian also discuss:Amazon brings online sellers to UK high street in pop-up stores  https://www.reuters.com/article/us-britain-amazon-shops/amazon-brings-online-sellers-to-uk-high-street-in-pop-up-stores-idUSKCN1T30W5? Dark net drug sales on the rise in England  https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-48466271 Interview with Charles Black, founder of SEN.com https://sen.com/press/press-release Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:EXTRA STORY: Deep dive on our view on Apple's latest announcementsFEATURE: Extended interview with Charles BlackPATREON-ONLY DISCUSSIONS ABOUT: - Why have men stopped wearing socks?- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

WANT 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!GET IN TOUCH using [email protected]. All messages sent will be read and considered for inclusion on a future show. This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Andy Hoyle discuss:BBC Goes to Conduct Its First Broadcast Over 5G, Immediately Hits Data Cap  https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-48426481 Why is the cost of Netflix UK going up?  https://www.wired.co.uk/article/netflix-price-increase-uk-2019 Google Maps speed limits and radar locations arrive in 40 countries  https://www.engadget.com/2019/05/30/google-speed-limits-radar-trap-locations/ Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:EXTRA STORY: Laser drones protect Scottish forestshttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-48380213 PATREON-ONLY DISCUSSIONS ABOUT: - How not to crash a drone while snowboarding- Extended discussion aroud conservation efforts- The misery of an empty teacup- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Andy HoyleProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

WANT 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!GET IN TOUCH using [email protected]. All messages sent will be read and considered for inclusion on a future show. This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:EE to launch UK's first 5G service in May https://www.cnet.com/news/ee-to-switch-on-uks-first-5g-network-on-may-30/ The UK impact of the Huawei meltdown https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-05-22/softbank-s-arm-to-comply-with-huawei-supply-blacklisting Uber Brings Its Jump Electric-Bicycle Rental Service to Britain https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-05-23/uber-brings-its-jump-electric-bike-rental-service-to-britainPatreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show -- 30 minutes of extra content this week -- which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:EXTRA STORY: There Were 140 Piracy ‘Incidents’ in UK Cinemas Last Yearhttps://torrentfreak.com/there-were-140-piracy-incidents-in-uk-cinemas-last-year/ PATREON-ONLY DISCUSSIONS ABOUT: - Debate on the cost of modern cinemas- What makes a Dolby cinema so great?- Twitter + Eurovision = great opportunity- Why was HD DVD better than Blu-ray in the past, but not today?- Everything wrong with SCART cables- The tourble with zoos- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Netflix creates UK-only popularity chart -- why?- Phone and internet users to get end-of-contract alerts -- https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-48268427 - San Francisco votes to ban city use of facial recognition technology while Britain embraces it -- https://www.reuters.com/article/us-san-francisco-facial-recognition/san-francisco-votes-to-ban-city-use-of-facial-recognition-technology and https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/technology-48228677/could-facial-recognition-cut-crime- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Thomas the wank engine: London rail passengers played pr0n grunts over PA system -- https://www.theregister.co.uk/2019/05/13/london_rail_passengers_played_pron_noises_over_tannoy/- Big discussion around HD remaasters- The big problem with Amazon Prime Video- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- U.K. May Face 5G Delay on Huawei Review, Culture Secretary Says- The UK government will now accept Apple and Google Pay- eBay to open new 'concept store' in Midlands- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Google Pixel 3a Review!- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- The UK gets its first checkout-free grocery store- Drone owners to be charged annual fee under new proposals- BBC really wants the iPlayer to hold content for at least a year- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Netflix high-quality audio makes shows and films sounds better- Extended discussion around experience of app-only shopping- Deep dive into HQ audio- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Facebook Says First-Person Christchurch Video Foiled AI System- NatWest launches the UK's 'first biometric fingerprint debit card'- Bumble will use AI to detect unwanted nudes- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: IPad Pro as a laptop replacement- A 10-minute discussion about Giant African Land Snails (seriously)- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- UK to introduce porn age-checks in July- Lush quits social media in UK- Browsing the Web In Europe Really Is Total Crap- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Google Offers Europeans Choice to Download Rival Web Browser - Tasteful digression into our first internet porn experiences as teens- Internet porn versus newsagent-bought magazine porn- Nate's first bathtime experience with a fizzzing Lush bath bomb- Which American business doesn't deserve to be in business according to Ian?- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekWANT 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.

Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. GET IN TOUCH using [email protected]. All messages sent will be read and considered for inclusion on a future show. This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- UK ISPs now automatically refund customers £8 a day for Internet outages- Tech Giants Are Not Fixing Their U.K. Gender Pay Gap Problem- The Internet Archive will host 490,000 music tracks 'lost' by MySpace - Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Facebook considering hiring editors to pick quality news for users- Who would we impersonate on Stars In Their Eyes?- Almost 30 minutes of additional discussion- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian Morris, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:BBC wants to add 3rd parties to its Sounds apphttps://techcrunch.com/2019/03/28/bbc-wants-to-add-3rd-parties-to-its-sounds-app-to-balance-apple-and-spotify-dominance-in-podcasts-and-music/With 1.5 Million UK Workers Slated to Lose Their Jobs to Automation, Calls for a Shorter Work Week Intensify https://www.ons.gov.uk/employmentandlabourmarket/peopleinwork/employmentandemployeetypes/articles/theprobabilityofautomationinengland/2011and2017 Britain's 'bullied' chatbots fight backhttps://www.bbc.com/news/technology-47718967Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supportershave access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:Apple Arcade and Apple TV+We’ll talk about how Apple Arcade is giving Nate a lot to be excited about, and how Apple needs to de-Americanise its TV offerings if it wants a hope in hell’s chance of anyone giving a monkey’s uncle in Europe.- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian Morris, Naomi KerbelProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta Svetek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. GET IN TOUCH using [email protected]. All messages sent will be read and considered for inclusion on a future show. This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- U.K. to Review 184-Year-Old Law That Bans E-Scooters- Cornwall MP ridiculed over knife GPS tweet- U.K. Police Are Using Three Words to Speed Up Response Times- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Google Stadia: Phil Harrison answers our biggest questions- SPECIAL FEATURE:- Extended discussion about What3Words and global addressing systems- Ian offers to scream into the abyss- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. GET IN TOUCH using [email protected]. All messages sent will be read and considered for inclusion on a future show. This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Kate Lanxon discuss:- Argos lets shoppers buy products with just a smartphone picture- The Galaxy S10’s face unlock fooled by pictures, siblings- Smart speakers are being used to help measure inflation in the UK- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Spotify’s Apple Music Complaint Was a Near Decade in the Making- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Kate LanxonProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Naomi Kerbel discuss:- BBC and ITV confirm proposals for BritBox- Facebook turns attention to becoming a private network- Female founders struggle to get funding, but investors pledge to improve- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Barclays to merge BPay and Pingit: Why do banks continue to fight this fight?- The business idea better known as “babysitting using the Ocado or Uber model”- Outtakes and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S10 range- Hands-on with the world’s first 5G phone- Hands-on with the Huawei Mate X folding phone at MWC- Walking tour of some of the stranger sights at MWC Barcelona 2019- Your emails and questions answered!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta Svetek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode marks our two-year anniversary of being on Patreon -- something that we never expected to be as crucial to the show's survival as it's become. Thank you for the support over the last 24 months, and letting us continue being able to bring the show to you every week.Producing Tech's Message on top of my full-time job as an editor at Bloomberg takes anywhere between eight and 12 hours a week, most of which tends to take place at the weekends. The Patreon community, along with the valuable word-of-mouth promotion of our free listeners, has made this extra workload feel manageable. Thank you!This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- INTERVIEW: Jack Conte, CEO and co-founder of Patreon- Addictive Tech Under Investigation in U.K. by Senior Lawmakers- Tinder-style app for cows tries to help the meat market- FEATURE: On the farm with facial recognition technology for cows, with CainthusCEO David Hunt- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supportershave access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY:'Upskirting' is now a crime in the UK- SPECIAL FEATURE: Extended interview with Jack Conte of Patreon- Valentine’s Day insights!- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta Svetek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. GET IN TOUCH using [email protected]. All messages sent will be read and considered for inclusion on a future show. This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Virgin Media tests 8Gbps broadband- O2 rapped by Ofcom for slowing down video streaming- Hotel booking sites to end 'misleading' sales- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Spotify looks to invest heavily in podcasts in bid to take on Apple- Downloading Slipknot music videos over dial-up was a real slog- True facts about Papworth- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NOTE: The alternative Patreon version of this week's show is 20 minutes longer than this free version. Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. GET IN TOUCH using [email protected]. All messages sent will be read and considered for inclusion on a future show. This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Interview with Charlotte Steggz: What is an influencer and how does the law and public treat them?- Liberty Global and Virgin Media to trial electric car charging- Mail Online web browser warning reversed- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Babylon experience: first-person account of using the future of healthcare (in our opinion)- Lengthy discussion around games console technology- On the joy of puns and wordplay in technology article headlines- The 30 things Nate didn’t like about Manchester according to his 1998 internet newsletter- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Andy discuss:- Social media stars agree to declare when they post ads- WhatsApp limits forwarding worldwide to fight hoaxes and rumors- UK.gov plans £2,500 fines for kids flying toy drones within 3 MILES of airports- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Meizu made a smartphone without any ports- EXTRA STORY: Xiaomi reveals fold-in-three smartphone- Who remembers Henry Kelly’s Going For Gold?- Hans Zimmer’s TV talents- Extended discussion around online advertising, and podcast advertising- The most expensive person to pay on Instagram to promote your brand- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and CNET’s Andy Hoyle discuss:- O2’s All-Day Outage Caused Havoc in Ways Consumers Didn’t Expect- Britain's data commissioner launches investigation into UK use of facial recognition- EE signs deal with Chinese smartphone firm OnePlus in bid for UK's first 5G coverage- Your emails and questions answered!Thank you to Roy Mathur and Captain Roy's Rocket Radio Show for the Lime e-bike segment!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Tiny phone that fits in the PALM of your hand is on sale now- SPECIAL FEATURE: Have phones got so big we now want them to be tiny?- What would a shoehorn-related injury possibly be?- Battered sausage of fish with chips?- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Amazon parcels could be delivered to passengers' seats on HS2- Scooter-Rental Startup Lime Launches E-Bike Service in UK- 'Rip-off' 118 calls spark price crackdown- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: This reusable coffee cup has contactless payments built in- SPECIAL FEATURE: The greatest inventions not yet invented!- Extended and deeper talk around personal experiences with electric bicycles- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Google helps boost High Street spending with search- Number of child gamblers quadruples, loot boxes and social media blamed- FEATURE: Interview with Sten Kirkbak, the founder of Xplora- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Google, Apple, and Uber must share mapping data with rivals, says UK data group- SPECIAL FEATURE: Interview with Sten Kirkbak, the founder of Xplora- What exactly is “Zippy Santa?”- That time we asked for hotel Wi-Fi and the hotel sent us a doctor- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Andy discuss:- Brits shun country life over phone not-spot fears- Alarm over talks to implant UK employees with microchips- UK's largest mobile carrier will launch 5G in 16 cities next year- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Bendable tablets and phones: what are they, do we want them, and when will we get them? - Lengthy additional discussion around biometric implants- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Andy HoyleProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and CNET’s Andy Hoyle discuss:- Bird Launches London Pilot to Win Support for U.K. Scooters- China's Xiaomi enters UK with phones, wristband and scooter- Thousands still watch TV in black and white- FEATURE: Red Dead Redemption II versus Life Is Strange- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Apple iPad Pro 11-inch Review & future of professional tablet computing discussed- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- John Lewis pulls the plug on DVD players- Amazon's try-before-you-buy clothing service lands in the UK- Apple Announces New 11-Inch iPad And Nate & Ian Swoon- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Are Apple, Samsung and Microsoft’s tablets really gaming consoles?- Discussion around our first ever DVDs and fond retro memories of the format- Why dial-up internet was responsible for poor music quality today- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Facebook hires former deputy PM Sir Nick Clegg- Online sellers 'pay for positive reviews’- UK public broadcasters want top billing on streaming services- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Winamp plans a streaming-friendly revival in 2019- Vastly extended section about professional tech reviews: how it works, what the secrets are- Outtakes and more!Hosts: Nate Lanxon, Ian MorrisProduction and Editing: Nate LanxonVoiceover Artist: Marta SvetekPlease support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Amazon scours high street to open shops- EE launches the first 5G network trial in Canary Wharf- UK stores will sell 'Black Ops 4' early due to massive day one patch- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Samsung thinks you want a phone with four rear cameras- SPECIAL FEATURE: Nokia 7.1 phone launch with Andrew Hoyle and Ian Morris- Extended post-show outro- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Three and O2 to pump 5G data through London's sewers- App flaw let anyone access UK Conservative politicians' data- Nearly half of Brits think their partners overuse their devices- Apple iPhone Xs Max reviewed in full- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: With Appeal Looming, Uber Wheels in Academics and Happy Drivers- SPECIAL FEATURE:- Wildly extended post-show discussion around a variety of topics- Extended discussion around London’s sewer system history- Small extra story around Facebook’s recent hacks- Phones or tablets in meetings and college: which looks less professional?- Small chat about Futurama mobile game- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A special live recording from the EdTech Podcast Festival in which Nate interviews three experts in the field of AI and education, about how these two fields are coming closer to gather to help young people learn, and older students move into careers.PANELNate LanxonFrancesca Ooi, Century TechBenedict du Boulay (Emeritus Professor), University of SussexChristina He, Investment Manager, Navitas VenturesRecorded at The EdTech Podcast Festival on September 22nd. https://theedtechpodcast.com/?page_id=3445  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- No-Deal Brexit Could, But Probably Won’t, Mean The End of Free Roaming- Vodafone Uses Latest Apple Watch to Catch Up to Rival EE in U.K.- The BBC has 'solved' the lag between live streams and TV- Sky partners with The Walking Dead producer for joint mobile venture- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show -- 44 percent longer this week -- which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Plex is shutting down its personal cloud streaming service. What are the alternatives?- SPECIAL FEATURE: First thoughts on Apple’s latest product announcements and how they stack up- The benefits of no-latency Eurovision streaming- RealVideo! Big Brother 1! The late-90s!! Also: why is Ian such a miserable git at times?- What would Ian Morris Simulator involve?- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- BA apologizes after 380,000 customers hit in cyber attack- Video games that allow in-game purchases to carry Pegi warning- Argos launches 'voice shopping' with Google Home- SPECIAL FEATURE: CNET's Andy Hoyle and Katie Collins join to discuss IFA highlights- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and extended version of the show -- over 34 percent longer this week -- which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Netflix and Amazon will have to make more European content by law- Everything you want to know about what Nate and Ian did last (i.e. this) summer- Extended discussion about the PEGI in-app payments warning decision- More details about Nate's historical friendship and tech rivalry with David Shore- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- YouTube's paid music and video services come to UK- Wimbledon tennis to be screened in 4K HDR by BBC- Vodafone sets 5G trials in seven of Britain's 10 big cities- SPECIAL FEATURE: Nate interviews Benedictine nun Sister Catherine Wybourneon tech, coding, and monastery broadband struggles. Read her blog at ibenedictines.org and read more about her monastery at benedictinenuns.org.uk.- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supportershave access to our ad-free and longer version of the show -- over 11 minutes longer this week -- which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Google StreetView cars to help map pollution in London- SPECIAL FEATURE: Nate interviews Benedictine nun Sister Catherine Wybourneon tech, coding, and monastery broadband struggles. Read her blog at ibenedictines.org and read more about her monastery at benedictinenuns.org.uk.- The truth about Ian's underground blast-proof ostrich farm- Bitrates! MP3! AAC! What's the difference and why is it remotely important?- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktechfor access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and CNET's Andy Hoyle discuss:- Upskirting law to be passed soon, says Theresa May- Police face legal action over use of facial recognition cameras- Dixons Carphone discloses data breach affecting 5.9M payment cards- Sega is crowdfunding a Sonic the Hedgehog toaster- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supportershave access to our ad-free and 20-minute longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Sex robots won’t solve loneliness- Discussion around 4G at music festivals, and ditching Vodafone from a tent- Fond memories of Dixons, Mini Disc, and Amstrad Emailers- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktechfor access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- World Cup 2018: BBC iPlayer to stream matches in 4K HDR- Nuisance call bosses could be fined up to £500,000- Google launches solar power service in UK- Carphone Warehouse to close 92 outlets as smartphone users upgrade less often- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supportershave access to our ad-free and longer version of the show -- over 19 minutes longer this week -- which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Canon ends film camera sales for good- SPECIAL FEATURE: Who still makes film and film cameras, and why?- Clarification on GDPR statement on episode 139's extended episode- Extended theories on how to punish nuisance call offenders- Helium: an unplanned yet fascinating tangent into the the gas, "balloon gas", and more- Why does Nate have unused solar panels on his roof?- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktechfor access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian (plus special guest Andy Hoyle) discuss:- Facebook wants your naked photos to stop revenge porn- Buskers in London are the first to accept tap-to-pay cards- UK Amazon Prime members can order a Volvo test-drive (with Andy Hoyle)- Pornhub creates VPN service to circumvent blocksPatreon supportershave access to our ad-free and longer version of the show -- over 14 minutes longer this week -- which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Blocking 500 Million Users Is Easier Than Complying With Europe’s New Rules- SPECIAL FEATURE: Behind the scenes of GDPR, Christopher Wylie, and data protection flaws- Longer intro feature involving dogs, sort of- Extended discussion around Facebook nudes, involving prudish Brits and flatbed scanners- Why does Ian hate buskers? What is he such a killjoy?- Do toilet attendants take contactless payments? - Ian wants to live on the moon- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and CNET's Andy Hoyle discuss:- UK network Three to kill off 3G-only phones- OnePlus smartmobe brand modelled on 'a religion' & OnePlus 6 overview- The last 22 years of UK politics just became searchable online- SPECIAL FEATURE: Olivia_Solon, Liat Clark and Katie Collins join the show to talk about the connection between bitcoin and carnivores, retraining young cybercriminal offenders for good, and how 3D printing breasts could help new mothers.- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our ad-free and longer version of the show -- over 15 minutes longer this week -- which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Vatican tells nuns to limit time on social media - who are the digital nuns?- Significantly extended OnePlus segment, discussing cults and co-founder- Brief royal wedding discussion- Would the Pope play Flappy Bird? And if so, why?- Multiple extended discussions during internet archive section- Outtakes and more!Here's Olivia's story about meat.Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more.Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Anti-abortion activists cry foul as Google pulls all referendum ads- Shining lasers at planes in the UK could now get you up to 5 years in jail- UK broadband speeds leap ahead, according to Ofcom study- HomePod likely gaining Calendar support (and why smart isn't smart enough)- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Spotify to Offer Audiobooks About Springsteen, Bowie Albums- OPINION QUAKE: 'Roommates' should be violently evicted- Parker pens and James Bond- Significantly extended section in Google voting story- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Xiaomi is officially coming to the UK and Europe- BBC podcasts will run adverts outside UK to boost income- Sky uses AWS in 21st-century Guess Who at Royal Wedding- Adverts for broadband speeds to face new rules- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supporters have access to our longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Parliament could demand Zuckerberg spend the night in the clock tower- EXTRA STORY: The YouTube stars being paid to sell cheating- SPECIAL FEATURE: Retro Review: Time to kill the video star as YouTube jumps the shark- Odd MI6 James Bond tangent- Ian's adventures behind a man buying a commemorative royal wedding plate- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktech for access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, instant access to our entire back catalogue of extended shows, access to our Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, zero commitment required, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Euro idiocrats backtrack on plan to kill off Brits' 300,000 .eu domains- ‘Your Company Is the Problem,’ U.K. Lawmaker Tells Facebook CTO- Audiophiles have really taken to the warm digital tone of streaming music- Spotify tests filter to block swearing in songs - what else could they do?- Your emails and questions answered!The song Nate referred to with on lyric changed was Bigger Than Big(feat. Luciana) by Supermal.Patreon supportershave access to our longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Google's Gmail gets self-destruct option ahead of GDPR- SPECIAL FEATURE: Opinion Quake: Opera Mini retrospective- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktechfor access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, additional weekly special features in the programme, live-streaming, access to Discord member’s club, higher quality MP3s, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- WhatsApp photo drug dealer caught by 'groundbreaking' work- BT pushes ahead with plans to switch off telephone network- Ofcom seeks to scrap local TV roll-out- SPECIAL FEATURE:Ian's 'unlimited wording blog', 10 years later- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supportershave access to our longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: China's ZTE 'poses risk to UK security’- What happened when Nate met Chris Wiley (extended conversation)?- Much extended version of BT story, covering ISDN impacts and more- Four minutes of outtakes and more!In the show we reference another blog of Ian's, about his office PC. Here's a link to that story.Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktechfor access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, live-streaming, access to Discord member’s club, weekly columns from Nate, higher quality MP3s, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the regular version of TECH'S MESSAGE Nate and Ian discuss:- Google loses 'right to be forgotten' case over man's past conviction- Online political adverts to state who paid for them in crackdown- Layman's GDPR 101 feature with Julian Saundersof PORT.im- ‘How Could Buses Not Be As Crap As Buses Are Today?'- Your emails and questions answered!Patreon supportershave access to our longer version of the show, which includes the above as well as additional discussions about:- EXTRA STORY: Android Is Still Failing Where Apple's iOS Is Winning- Long discussion around Amazon customer service and Nate's recent experiences with it- Extended chat around improving buses- Outtakes and more!Please support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/uktechfor access to our exclusive ad-free extended version of the show, live-streaming, access to Discord member’s club, weekly columns from Nate, higher quality MP3s, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.