Tech Advice

If you’ve ever written a CV, drafted an essay or thrown together a last-minute letter with a vague sense of urgency, chances are you’ve used a word processor. And in the world of word processors, two names tend to crop up again and again: Microsoft Word and Apple Pages. Word is the old reliable classic – the tool of choice for ... Read more...

As the world moves ever more online, it’s sensible to stay digitally savvy and develop at least a basic understanding of online privacy and how you can protect yours. But with everything from banking to booking hairdresser appointments requiring you to enter enough details to fill a memoir, it’s all too easy to fall prey to the various ... Read more...

Imagine you’re midway through drafting an important, time-sensitive email. There’s a lot riding on it. You’ve written and re-written, tweaked and pruned.   And you’re finally satisfied with it. But before you can send this crucial email, your laptop battery dies, and with no power outlet in sight, you’re, ... Read more...

Laptop running at a snail’s pace? We feel your frustration.  Whether you use your laptop for work or study, a slow laptop is an exasperating experience that puts a real dent in your productivity - or destroys it altogether.  It’s a widespread issue that literally wastes time. According to iolo, slow laptops waste up to ... Read more...

MacBooks are immensely powerful laptops, packed with all kinds of intuitive features designed to simplify your life, whether you’re using your machine for work, study, or leisure. Read more...

Take your photo editing to the next level with this selection of amazing free alternatives to Photoshop and Lightroom. Level up now with Stone Refurb. Read more...

In this article, we will explore the new features before explaining how to upgrade to Windows 11. We’ll also discuss what the upgrade will mean for refurbished devices and describe which devices are compatible with this software. Windows 11 Features | Can I Run Windows 11 | Windows 11 Laptops  |  Windows 11 Desktop PCsWindows 11 ... Read more...

Whatever you use your laptop for, screen size matters. Whether you use your device on the move or like to stream your favourite movies, the amount of screen space you have makes a difference to your user experience. In this guide, we discuss how to measure a laptop screen size and the average laptop screen sizes across devices. We’ll also ... Read more...

After 10 years of operation, Microsoft stopped supporting Windows 7 on January 14th 2020. Whilst people will still be able to use the operating system, there will be no updates or support from Microsoft, meaning people still using Windows 7 could potentially be putting themselves at risk of security threats and viruses. Read more...

There are a host of benefits to buying a refurbished laptop or desktop, not only for you and your budget, but also for the environment - it's a classic win-win! In this article, we explain just exactly what a refurbished PC is, as well as the benefits and considerations of purchasing one. What is a Refurbished Device? | How Do ... Read more...