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Watch out for mobile charges this Christmas

With mobile phones likely to be on many children’s Christmas lists, a new campaign has been launched to make parents and children more 'phone aware'.

Smartnav Mobile now on smartphones

Smartnav Mobile now on smartphones

Smartnav Mobile is now available on all the most popular smartphones including iPhone, Nokia and BlackBerry as well as all Windows-based GPS mobiles.

Public back tougher action against dishonest motorists

Motorists who break the law by using a mobile phone while driving are the biggest menace on the UK’s roads, according to opinion research published by the ABI.

Top tips for keeping costs down during Christmas

With Christmas fast approaching, moneysupermarket.com offers ten top tips for consumers looking to reduce the burden on their festive finances.

Trinity Mirror mobile sites launch on O2 network

Trinity Mirror's portfolio of 13 mobile sites have now been launched across the entire O2 mobile network.

Brightfilter Parental Control compatible with Windows 7

Brightfilter, a leading supplier of internet security solutions for protecting children online, has announced that its Parental Control software is now compatible with Windows 7.

Money troubles hurting more than just the British wallet

Money troubles hurting more than just the British wallet

As the economic downturn loosens its grip on the UK, the long term effect of its associated stresses and strains has begun to manifest itself on the physical and mental health of the nation. A new phenomenon - Recession Strain Injury - has been identified by Experian’s CreditExpert.co.uk and Chartered Physiotherapist Sammy Margo following a 25% increase in stress related injuries seen in her clinic - suggesting that many people are suffering physically as a result of increased financial strain.

Household energy bill could be less with online tariff

With the winter weather starting to bite, Brits looking to reduce their outgoings by cutting the cost of their utility bills should review their payment method, tariff and energy provider, says moneysupermarket.com.

Kids boost UK economy by £5 billion a year

Kids boost UK economy by £5 billion a year

Research published today by the London School of Economics (LSE) uncovers, for the first time, the spending power that Britain’s children and teenagers are wielding, even during times of recession. In total, young people are now worth £4.89 billion to the British economy each year.

Spotify launches Symbian mobile app

Spotify has launched its Symbian music application for Nokia and other smartphones, as the music service opens its mobile offering up to a huge new audience.

O2 and HTC bring the big screen to you

O2 and HTC bring the big screen to you

O2 has announced that the HTC HD2 will be on sale in-store today, bringing the eagerly awaited handset to the home of smartphones.

New Energy Bill to protect the consumer

New powers and clearer legislation will provide support for energy consumers, giving a greater amount of help to the poorest and most vulnerable, as well as introducing a new financial incentive for carbon capture and storage.

Tesco announces Cable & Wireless as broadband partner

Michael Phillips, product director, Broadbandchoices.co.uk, said: "This is an exciting development in Tesco's plans to become a leading consumer broadband supplier, allowing them for the first time to offer bundled packages of broadband and home phone services.

Shop online for perfume and electronical bargains

Cost-conscious shoppers should use the internet this Christmas - Which? saved almost £400 shopping online for 27 gifts.

Telstra unveils Australia's fastest cable broadband

Melbourne will become home to Australia's fastest cable broadband network after Telstra announced the completion of an upgrade of the hybrid fibre coaxial broadband network offering an ultra fast, multi-user experience.