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National & Local

UK Wi-Fi warning as simple error is killing your broadband speeds, check your router now

UK homeowners are advised to check their routers for 'phantom devices' that may be negatively impacting broadband speeds.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Free internet in Cubatรฃo? City Council proposes Wi-Fi at bus stops and public offices

Cubatรฃo's city council is proposing free Wi-Fi at public bus stops and government offices to promote digital inclusion.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Free WiFi Trap: Be Aware! Hackers Are Now Conducting Such Scams

The article warns about the dangers of using free WiFi networks at places like airports and cafes, outlining potential cyber fraud risks.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

At 3,500 meters high: Four days of hiking among hills, without wifi and sleeping in isolated villages

An immersive four-day hiking excursion through the remote villages of Salta province in Argentina, exploring the rich traditions of the region while facing challenges posed by altitude.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

How to detect if someone is using your Wi-Fi

The article discusses common signs of unauthorized Wi-Fi usage and provides tips for users to check their connected devices easily.

Feb 11 โ€ข 19:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Fighter jets escorted a Wizz Air flight because a child named the WiFi 'terrorist'

Israeli fighter jets escorted a Wizz Air flight from London to Tel Aviv after a child renamed their parents' phone WiFi to 'terrorist.'

Feb 9 โ€ข 17:16 UTC
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National & Local

Wizz Air flight intercepted by fighter jets after child renames WiFi 'terrorist'

A Wizz Air flight was intercepted by fighter jets after a child onboard renamed the WiFi hotspot to 'terrorist', leading to a significant security response.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:37 UTC
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National & Local

Fighter jets intercept Wizz Air plane after 'passenger's sick choice of WiFi name'

Fighter jets intercepted a Wizz Air flight from Luton to Tel Aviv after a passenger changed their WiFi name to 'terrorist', prompting concerns over potentially threatening messages.

Feb 8 โ€ข 19:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Testing the latest generation 5g router ZTE G5 Ultra: Finally proper wifi features

The new ZTE G5 Ultra router finally introduces much-needed six gigahertz wifi networks to 5g routers, enhancing wireless connectivity support.

Feb 7 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Crime & Justice

A person affiliated with Daesh arrested for using public wifi networks to download terrorist content

A 37-year-old man of Maghrebi descent was arrested in Madrid for using public wifi networks to access jihadist propaganda.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Researchers warn that WiFi can turn into an invisible mass surveillance system

A team of researchers has demonstrated that it is possible to identify individuals solely through WiFi signals, raising concerns about potential mass surveillance.

Feb 4 โ€ข 15:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Our WiFi spies on us even when we donโ€™t have a mobile phone with us

A research team in Germany reports that new technology can identify individuals by passively capturing signals in radio networks, raising significant privacy concerns and prompting calls for stronger protection systems.

Feb 4 โ€ข 08:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Who is stealing your internet? Here's how to disconnect the person using your WiFi without your authorization step by step

The article provides a step-by-step guide to check and disconnect unauthorized users from your Wi-Fi network using your mobile device.

Feb 3 โ€ข 14:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

This Scandinavian heater warms up my room in moments and saves me hundreds

A review highlights the efficiency and cost-saving benefits of a portable, WiFi-controlled Scandinavian heater for winter months.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

An Unexpected Reason Why You Should Leave Your Coffee Cup Outside the Hotel Room

Many travelers feel unsafe sleeping in a hotel, especially with valuable items, drawing attention to the importance of hotel security over common inconveniences like uncomfortable pillows or slow WiFi.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:44 UTC
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World

NATO fighter jets scrambled over Turkish Airlines passenger's WiFi hotspot name

NATO fighter jets were deployed to intercept a Turkish Airlines flight after a passenger named their WiFi hotspot 'bomb threat,' prompting emergency responses from multiple countries.

Jan 16 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Passengerโ€™s Wi-Fi name triggers bomb scare, forces Turkish Airlines emergency landing

A Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Barcelona made an emergency landing after a passenger's Wi-Fi hotspot name suggested a bomb threat, prompting emergency protocols.

Jan 16 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

New testimony about Laura, police took a statement and video in Vari

A new witness report complicates the mystery surrounding the missing 16-year-old Laura, who was last seen at a cafe in Vari asking for WiFi.

Jan 15 โ€ข 19:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

Airplane forced to land in Barcelona due to passenger's WiFi network name

A Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Barcelona was forced to land after a security threat was triggered by a passenger's WiFi network name, with checks being carried out after landing while the airport resumed normal operations.

Jan 15 โ€ข 12:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

How to know when you need a more powerful router or an amplifier to strengthen the WiFi signal at home

The article discusses how to identify when to upgrade to a more powerful router or add an amplifier to improve WiFi coverage in the home due to physical barriers and interference.

Jan 12 โ€ข 11:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

I have tried various wifi electricity consumption meters and this is the best

This article reviews various wifi electricity consumption meters and identifies the best one for monitoring household energy usage through a mobile app.

Jan 12 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Major airline is introducing free and 'essential' in-flight Wi-Fi for millions of travelers

American Airlines is set to offer free satellite-based Wi-Fi on most flights for AAdvantage members, starting this month.

Jan 9 โ€ข 19:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

Urban Vestiges of a Fraud: Gowex, the Company That Promised Free Wi-Fi Throughout Madrid and Continues in Its Kiosks

The article discusses the remnants of Gowex, a company that claimed to provide free Wi-Fi across Madrid but was involved in a fraudulent scheme, reflecting on urban memory and historical narratives of the city.

Jan 8 โ€ข 21:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

The lighthouse of Vierge Island, the Lofoten Islands, the monastery of Santo Domingo de Silos and other destinations where wifi does not reach (and you don't need it)

This article explores various tech-free destinations where digital detox is possible, including the lighthouse of Vierge Island and the monasteries of Santo Domingo de Silos.

Jan 8 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Simple Wi-Fi router error kills broadband speeds, don't make this one mistake

The article discusses a common Wi-Fi router error that can drastically reduce broadband speeds, especially during times when saving energy is crucial due to rising costs.

Jan 5 โ€ข 07:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Some biscuits, no electricity or wifi: a sleepless night without champagne on the Eurostar before New Year's Eve

Passengers on the Eurostar experienced a challenging night before New Year's Eve, stranded for nearly 12 hours due to technical issues, with only biscuits to snack on and no access to electricity or wifi.

Dec 31 โ€ข 17:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Aerolinky Air France install wifi from Musk's Starlink in their fleet. They face criticism.

Air France airlines are integrating Starlink wifi into their fleet, receiving criticism for the decision.

Dec 27 โ€ข 00:10 UTC

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