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Simple Technology Guides
Plain-English how-tos for video calling, smartphones, tablets, and staying safe online.
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All Simple Technology Guides articles
- In-depth guideA simple technology guide for people over 55Video calling, smartphones, online banking and staying safe online, a plain-English guide to everyday tech for over-55s in the UK.Published
- How-toHow to get the most out of a smart TVA plain-English guide to setting up a smart TV: connecting to Wi-Fi, watching BBC iPlayer, Netflix and YouTube, and adjusting subtitles, text size and audio description.Published
- How-toHow to set up an Android tablet if you are new to technologyA step-by-step guide to setting up an Android tablet from scratch: connecting to Wi-Fi, creating a Google account, adjusting text size and brightness, and installing your first apps.Published
- How-toHow to make a video call on an Android phone or tabletA plain-English guide to making video calls on Android using WhatsApp, Google Meet and Zoom - including what to do when the camera points the wrong way.Published
- How-toHow to use Zoom: a step-by-step guide for beginnersNew to video calling? This plain-English guide walks you through downloading Zoom, joining a meeting, and getting your camera and microphone working - on any device.Published
- How-toHow to use WhatsApp: a step-by-step guide for beginnersNew to WhatsApp? This step-by-step guide walks you through setting up the app, sending your first message, making calls and sharing photos - at your own pace.Published
- How-toHow to set up an Amazon Echo (Alexa) in your homeA plain-English guide to unboxing, connecting your Amazon Echo to Wi-Fi, and using it for daily tasks: reminders, timers, phone calls, audiobooks, and radio.Published
- How-toHow to back up photos and contacts on your phoneA plain-English guide to making sure your photos and contacts are safe - whether you use an iPhone or an Android phone - so a lost or broken phone doesn't mean losing everything.Published
- How-toSetting up and using email: a guide for complete beginnersA plain-English guide to creating your first email account, sending and receiving messages, handling attachments, and keeping your inbox under control. Written for UK readers new to email.Published
- GuideHow to spot and avoid online scams if you're over 55Online scams targeting older adults are rising fast. Here's how to recognise the most common types, protect your money and report anything suspicious.Published
- How-toHow to make a video call on an iPad: step by stepLearn how to make a FaceTime or video call on an iPad in a few straightforward steps, whether you're calling another Apple device or an Android phone.Published
- How-toHow to set up an iPhone if you're new to smartphonesA plain-English guide to setting up an iPhone for the first time, covering accessibility settings, Apple ID, iCloud backup and installing apps.Published