KANE'S TECH TIPS:
SUNDAY 17TH MARCH 2024
Welcome to another low down on all the latest Tech news, Tips and Tricks to help you keep up to date with the latest from the Tech world!
You can hear the feature On Air on a Sunday with Mark, and throughout the week.
Airbnb Ban On Security Cameras Inside Properties
Airbnb says it is introducing a worldwide ban on the use of security cameras inside rental properties.
The changes to the company's policy will come into effect at the end of next month.
The online rental platform says the move aims to simplify its rules on security cameras and prioritise the privacy of guests.
Airbnb users have previously voiced concerns about the use of indoor surveillance cameras.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68541161
Source: BBC News
Dungeons And Dragons (D&D) Help With Social Anxiety
Role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) "opens the door to help people with social anxiety", an event organiser has said.
Ashley Willson, from Charity Gaming Guild, said he had seen life-long friendships form during games.
The charity is hosting a 12-hour game of D&D in Ipswich in November.
"The D&D community is diverse and welcomes people from all walks of life - it truly is the most inclusive hobby in the world," Mr Willson said.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce7x01nyzggo
Source: BBC News
Neil Young Returning To Spotify
Neil Young has said his music will return to Spotify, ending a two-year boycott over Joe Rogan's podcast.
In 2022, Young told the streaming giant to remove hits like Harvest Moon and Heart of Gold, complaining that Rogan was spreading vaccine misinformation.
However, the singer said his return did not reflect a reversal of his stance.
Read More: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68552631
Source: BBC News
App Of The Week
This weeks app of the week is called Downdetector
Downdetector offers real-time status and uptime monitoring for numerous services, where over 45 different countries are supported.
You can even curate a list of your favourite services so that they remain on top of the list every time the app is launched.
Should a service outage happen, feel free to file a report as well as refer to problem reports from other users.
This app is available for Free on IOS and Android Devices
Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.serinus42.downdetector
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/downdetector/id816223770
🛡️ Security Corner 🛡️
You should apply updates to your apps and your device's software as soon as they are available.
Updates include protection from viruses and other kinds of malware, and will often include improvements and new features.
If you receive a prompt to update your device (or apps), don’t ignore it.
Applying these updates is one of the most important (and quickest) things you can do to keep yourself safe online.
You should also turn on 'automatic updates' in your device's settings, if available. This will mean you do not have to remember to apply updates.
