Wed. Nov 20th, 2024

Love them hate them or purely addicted most people have them! So how can we get more from our mobiles?

Waze

As tougher penalties begin for drivers using mobile phones. Waze, the free, real-time sat nav app gives advice on how to not fall foul of the new laws

Newly qualified drivers will lose their licence if caught using a handheld mobile phone at the wheel, under tougher penalties that come into force in England, Scotland and Wales. Penalty points and fines for using a phone while driving will double to six points and £200.

Programme your route before you turn your engine on. Waze has a function whereby you can include multiple destinations so you do not have to needlessly touch your phone.

Speed.  Waze has accurate road speed limits for all major roads in the UK, and will alert you if you are over the speed limit for a particular stretch of road.  This is designed to educate drivers on the speeds on the road where in lieu of road signs

Voice control. Waze enables you to complete many functions with voice alone, such as speaking the place or address you’re travelling to, and removing the need to type  www.waze.com/en.

 FLAVR’s new iPhone cases

FLAVR have spent a considerable amount of time researching the current hot fashion trends. Tropical greens and botanical prints alongside vibrant tattoo motifs to ensure the cases appeal to the fashion conscious who love to stand out from the crowd. The cases have been manufactured to enhance the iPhones looks. The case leaves the iconic apple logo and text clear to be viewed together under the case with a discreet FLAVR logo featured on the case.

The Spring/Summer collection includes the following designs: Hibiscus, Cherry Blossom, Poppy, Roses, Tiger, Coral Snake, Banana Leaves and Hummingbirds. FLAVR cases are available for £14.99 from shopflavr.com and selected retailers from the end of March

Dubleup

Truly portable power with Dubleup, the credit card sized  that fits into a purse or wallet  In an age where we increasingly rely on our smartphones for work, for keeping in touch with what’s going on in the world, chatting with our friends and checking social media, absolute power is an absolute necessity. The sheer panic many people feel when their phone is running out of juice and the mad scramble to find a power source can now be a thing of the past.

With a capacity of 1280mAH, there is more than enough juice to give a dead or dying iPhone 7 (1,960 mAH battery capacity) sufficient battery life to last the rest of the day.Dubleup.com

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By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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