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'Unless parents cure their own smartphone addiction, they won't be able to cure their kids'
An expert says parents need to lead by example.
Irish users may actually be starting to use their smartphones a little bit less
A new survey suggests people are attempting to address ‘our addiction to smartphones’.
Here's what you need to know about Apple's three new iPhones
The company has also launched an upgraded smartwatch that detects falls.
Number of ghost estates has 'decreased by 91% since 2010'
Meanwhile, a new app is set to let members of the public report vacant buildings.
With 'vulnerable' children contacting strangers, government launches 'internet safety resource' for schools
Most children aged between 8 and 13 own a smartphone.
Poll: Should children aged under 14 be banned from using smartphones?
The use of smartphones by children was brought into sharp focus this week.
Poll: Do you use your smartphone while walking?
Give it to us straight. Be honest.
Government looking to develop app for serious weather alerts
Many said they were caught completely off guard by the weather in Donegal last month.
Poll: How often do you make a phonecall on your smartphone?
Give it to us straight. Be honest.
Live A Better Life: 6 things you need to know about using your phone less
Want to use your phone less? We found out how.
Five big things to change about how you use your phone
Try these and see how you can make your phone work for you.
From coding to a new language, learn something new using your phone
With these apps, you can learn a new language, get fit, or become an astronomy expert.
Simple expert tips on how to make the most of your phone's camera
This week, we’re all about cultivating positivity with our phone. So why not get to know your camera?
Use your phone to journal - and improve your day
Let’s find out how to remember what on earth we did last week.
Here's how to stop lack of phone storage stressing you out
This will make your life a whole lot easier.
Here's how to take control over your phone bill
We have a consumer expert here to help answer questions on phone bills and contracts. Plus, we’ve a Facebook Live coming up today.
Is the data on your phone secure? Here's how to make sure it is
Security is always a major concern but you have the tools to help prevent the worst from happening.
Easy ways to stop your phone battery from ruining your day
Does your battery stress you out? Then read on for a solution.
Have questions about your phone bill or contract? Let us put them to an expert
We’ll be holding a Facebook Live event on Wednesday where your questions will be put to the consumer expert.
Challenge 5: Fix something that's bothering you about your phone
A small change can mean a peaceful mind.
Challenge 4: Make an app hard to get at
You need the app – but you don’t want to be instantly drawn to it. Here’s what to do.
Challenge 3: Drop the phone at dinner
Week two of Live A Better Life is all about challenging yourself.
Do you really need all those notifications?
Let’s see if a cull is needed. Plus, a chance to reflect on how the week has gone so far.
The sound sleep guide: Move your phone away from your bed tonight
Move it as far from your reach as possible.
Poll: Do you use your phone at mealtimes?
Your daily bite-sized ballot break.
Quiz: What is your relationship with your phone like?
Take our quiz and see whether you and your phone need a break – or get on just fine.
Want a better relationship with your phone? Let us help
Welcome to day one, week one of our Live A Better Life series on having a better relationship with your phone.
These are the easiest smartphone games to play with one hand
Or if you want to hold a cup of tea or coffee while you play. Your choice really.
Location apps could save your life if you get into trouble on a Christmas walk
The Coast Guard is asking people to use apps on their phone to provide them with specific GPS coordinates.
Know anyone who isn't tech-savvy? This is how you can help them this Christmas
It’s a tough job but someone has to do it.
Are you looking? Half of Irish people check their phones in the middle of the night
The study found that the vast majority of us have access to a smart device.
Poll: Should penalty points be increased for using a phone while driving?
The RSA says increased penalty points have resulted in changes in the behaviour of drivers.
Your smartphone could be making your sleep worse
Longer average screen-time was associated with poor sleep quality.
Using your smartphone at night could make you temporarily blind
This week, a woman from Fermanagh described her experience of Transient Smartphone Blindness.
Own a Samsung Galaxy Note 7? Turn it off
The smartphone company has called a halt to worldwide sales of the smartphone due to safety concerns.
Here are some handy iPhone and Android gestures you might not know about
What do you mean there’s more to my phone than tapping on apps?
From TheJournal.ie
If you're not using burst mode on your camera, you're missing a trick
Why try one photo when you can take loads of them in quick succession.
The latest major update for your iPhone is here, and this is what it brings
iOS 10 brings an expanded iMessages, rejigged lock screen and a handier way to check notifications.
Now aviation officials are telling passengers not to turn on Samsung's new phone
As Samsung deals with an exploding battery problem, US aviation safety officials are telling Note 7 owners not to use them on flights.
This is how much the new iPhone 7 is going to cost you
Make sure you have some deep pockets.
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