Apple facing near-£3bn UK lawsuit over cloud storage ‘monopoly’ Which? claims firm engaged in anti-competitive practices that led to 40 million people ‘being overcharged’ The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2024
Which? launches £3 billion legal claim against Apple over iCloud The consumer rights group believes the tech giant has broken competition law by ‘trapping’ people with Apple devices into using its iCloud service. The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024
Is your air fryer spying on you?! New report states that it could be... New research reveals the smart appliances in your home that could be spying on you T3 · Nov 11, 2024
As a jaded tech journalist, I’m in a battle to keep ‘smart’ devices out of my home – despite my partner’s efforts The good news is, your phone isn’t listening to you. But that’s because your doorbell has already sold all your secrets, says tech journalist Victoria Turk The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2024
Consumer watchdog urges Government to tackle barriers to heat pumps and EVs Which?’s sustainability tracker found that cost and insufficient information is deterring consumers from switching to greener home heating and cars. Evening Standard · Nov 7, 2024
Your air fryer might be spying on you, new report warns – and smart TVs are even hungrier for our data Some air fryers are overstepping the mark when it comes to privacy and surveillance, according to a new consumer report. TechRadar · Nov 6, 2024
The best and worst hotel brands revealed Iberostar, Paradores and RIU came joint-first in the Which? survey The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2024
Is your airfryer spying on you? Trackers found in everyday household gadgets Gadgets around our home are listening in to conversations and using the data, a study has claimed Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2024
Research Says Your Airfryer May Be Recording Your Conversations And Sending Data To China Air fryers, once a kitchen darling, are now under scrutiny. Recent reports suggest these popular appliances may listen to users and send data to China. International Business Times UK · Nov 5, 2024
Is my air fryer listening to me? The household smart devices which could be gathering your data The consumer advocacy group Which? assessed several popular types of smart gadgets over data and privacy The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2024
Many smart devices gathering ‘excessive’ amounts of personal data, says Which? The consumer group said its study showed firms were collecting data with ‘reckless abandon’ and called for stricter guidelines to be put in place. Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2024
Is your air fryer spying on you? Concerns over ‘excessive’ surveillance in smart devices UK consumer group Which? finds some everyday items including watches and speakers are ‘stuffed with trackers’ The Guardian - UK · Nov 5, 2024
Supermarket wars as Sainsbury’s makes price match promise across all stores Sainsbury’s said it was the first in the country to make such a commitment The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2024
This little-known hack will bag you extra legroom on easyJet and Ryanair It may be only up to an inch more... but why settle for less? The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2024
Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2024 UK watchdog to take mattress seller Emma to court over online discounting The competition watchdog said Emma has failed to make the changes to its sales tactics that it required.
Evening Standard · Oct 24, 2024 Some people being ‘excluded’ from stores’ loyalty schemes – Which? Vulnerable groups in society such as young carers and homeless people may find themselves excluded from lower prices at some stores, Which? said.
The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2024 Some mega cruise ships pump out as much CO2 as a small town, study finds Disney Cruise Line, Norwegian and Princess Cruises were among the worst polluters
The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2024 Study to probe whether people who borrow to pay for insurance receive fair deals The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a competition market study into premium finance for home and motor insurance.
TechRadar · Oct 15, 2024 Recycled phone numbers could leave users exposed to hacking Consumer group Which? warns recycled numbers leave users exposed to hacking or nuisance calls.
The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024 Scam warning over little-known phone number rule There are reports of people being bombarded with calls from debt collectors or people contacting them to buy drugs
The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2024 ‘Major step forward’ for bank transfer fraud victims as new refund rules launch The new scheme should ensure the vast majority of victims are reimbursed and treated in a fair and consistent way, consumer group Which? said.
The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2024 Calls for ban on ‘drip pricing’ as its revealed baggage and seat selection fees can quadruple cost of flights Which? claims Ryanair, easyJet and Wizz Air use sneaky tactics to advertise ultra-low prices
The Independent UK · Sep 30, 2024 Energy bill advice this winter from warm home discount to free electric blankets All the essential advice as energy bills rise for winter months
The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2024 How can I lower my energy bills and what help is there for me? Ofgem’s price cap is rising by £149 from the current £1,568 a year for a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales to £1,717.
The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2024 Revealed: Airport meet-and-greet operators speeding and stealing money from vehicles Parking providers at Heathrow and Gatwick are accused of petty theft and breaking speed limits