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Scottish Sun
4 hours ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Crackdown on dodgy streaming as 100s of sites used for watching Hollywood films and sport for free BLOCKED for all Brits
People can sometimes evade restrictions by using a VPN - a service which keeps your internet activities private People can sometimes evade restrictions by using a VPN - a service which keeps your internet activities private OUT OF STREAM Crackdown on dodgy streaming as 100s of sites used for watching Hollywood films and sport for free BLOCKED for all Brits Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HUNDREDS of illegal streaming sites have reportedly been blocked for viewers in the UK - and will be impossible to access even with a virtual private network (VPN). Piracy sites with servers in the UK were blocked earlier this month by Cloudflare, an internet infrastructure giant that acts as the middleman between websites and their visitors, TechRadar reported. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The company uses geo-blocking, meaning the websites are simply unavailable in the UK Credit: Getty Those visiting the pirate streaming sites are expected to be met with Cloudflare's Error HTTP 451 - a block reserved for law-breaking websites only. Pirate streaming sites are already blocked by most internet service providers in the UK, such as BT, Virgin Media and Sky. People can sometimes evade restrictions by using a VPN - a service which keeps your internet activities private. But due to a recent legal order, Cloudflare has reportedly blocked access to up to 200 pirate streaming websites. READ MORE ON STREAMING STREAM OVER Dodgy streaming networks closed in raid as 'piracy barons' caught with £430k And this block cannot be bypassed with a simple VPN. Cloudflare is the company connecting web users to their desired websites - which means they can step in and block access at any time. The company uses geo-blocking, meaning the websites are simply unavailable in the UK. While the sites were barred earlier this month, the legal case calling for their blocking may have started as early as February 2024, TechRadar reported. A private law firm delivered a court order to Google, requesting to block 14 piracy sites, according to the Lumen Database. Watch as police seize wads of cash from illegal streaming kingpin who made £1 million However, Torrentfreak estimates that as many as 200 pirate domains could be affected. It forms part of a European crackdown on piracy. In May, French streaming giant Canal+ scored a legal victory when a landmark ruling ordered five popular VPN providers to block access to over 200 illegal sports streaming sites.
The Sun
4 hours ago
- The Sun
Crackdown on dodgy streaming as 100s of sites used for watching Hollywood films and sport for free BLOCKED for all Brits
HUNDREDS of illegal streaming sites have reportedly been blocked for viewers in the UK - and will be impossible to access even with a virtual private network (VPN). Piracy sites with servers in the UK were blocked earlier this month by Cloudflare, an internet infrastructure giant that acts as the middleman between websites and their visitors, TechRadar reported. 2 Those visiting the pirate streaming sites are expected to be met with Cloudflare's Error HTTP 451 - a block reserved for law-breaking websites only. Pirate streaming sites are already blocked by most internet service providers in the UK, such as BT, Virgin Media and Sky. People can sometimes evade restrictions by using a VPN - a service which keeps your internet activities private. But due to a recent legal order, Cloudflare has reportedly blocked access to up to 200 pirate streaming websites. And this block cannot be bypassed with a simple VPN. Cloudflare is the company connecting web users to their desired websites - which means they can step in and block access at any time. The company uses geo-blocking, meaning the websites are simply unavailable in the UK. While the sites were barred earlier this month, the legal case calling for their blocking may have started as early as February 2024, TechRadar reported. A private law firm delivered a court order to Google, requesting to block 14 piracy sites, according to the Lumen Database. Watch as police seize wads of cash from illegal streaming kingpin who made £1 million However, Torrentfreak estimates that as many as 200 pirate domains could be affected. It forms part of a European crackdown on piracy. In May, French streaming giant Canal+ scored a legal victory when a landmark ruling ordered five popular VPN providers to block access to over 200 illegal sports streaming sites. 2
Tom's Guide
15 hours ago
- Tom's Guide
This compact power bank will save your phone's lifespan — and it's currently 36% off in this post-Prime Day deal
If you're constantly on the go, then chances are you need to invest in one of the best power banks money can buy. But this great deal proves that you don't need to pay top dollar to ensure your phone is constantly at 100% when you're far from a power outlet. Hailing from a lesser-known brand, the INIU B6 power bank is now discounted by 36% on Amazon, down to just AU$29.99. Owning a portable charger is near critical nowadays, especially if you're commuting to and from work, school or university, or jetsetting abroad. Having a trusty portable charger will always come in handy, and this one even has some nice features that jazz it up. With a USB-C port, two USB-A ports and a large, easy-to-read display, the INIU B6 is small enough to fit inside your pocket or bag, is totally flight-safe and is extremely light, weighing just 210g. You'll need to act fast to pick this one up, though, as there's no guarantee stock will last at this price. If you're constantly on the go, be it commuting or travelling, there's no better accessory to have than a portable power bank for your devices. Our colleagues over at TechRadar give this INIU top marks in their best power banks guide, as it can fast charge your phone with its 10,000mAh battery and still have extra juice left over. TechRadar also gave this little pocket rocket a massive 5 stars in their review, as the B6 combined affordability and fast charging in one simple package. Their reviewer said that the B6 "has excellent voltage accuracy and can output 85% of its rated capacity at 20W," and comes with an added bonus of a built-in torch — though, they didn't find it to be very bright. And thanks to its 10,000mAh of power and 3A fast charging, this power bank can provide lots of juice when you're in a hurry. According to the maker, the B6 can fuel most smartphones at least twice without needing to recharge, which is great if you or your mates need an extra battery boost on your travels. The INIU B6 also acts as a phone stand, with a pull-out holder tucked away into the slim design. The B6 also comes with a great 3-year warranty, but if you're keen on draining its battery every day, or want to charge your laptop as well, you may want to consider the INIU B5, which holds more capacity for fast charging larger devices.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Apple iPhone 17 series new colour leaked: Check out the expected launch date, specifications, and price in India
iPhone 17 series colour leaked: iPhone 17 series new colours are generating serious buzz ahead of Apple's anticipated September 2025 launch, with leaks from trusted tipster Majin Bu and sources like TechRadar hinting at bold additions. Alongside refined classics—Black, Gray, Silver—the leak reveals fresh tones like Dark Blue and a striking Orange/Copper variant, suggesting Apple is leaning into vibrant personalization. Photorealistic renders showcase a redesigned, full-width camera bar and a shifted Apple logo, signaling a subtler yet meaningful aesthetic overhaul. With both style and durability in focus, these leaked colour options offer an early glimpse into how Apple plans to elevate its flagship's visual appeal. Stay tuned: this could redefine premium iPhone style in 2025. iPhone 17 series launch date in India (Expected) Apple usually follows a consistent launch schedule, and the iPhone 17 base model is expected to be revealed between September 11-13, 2025. Pre-orders could begin immediately after the official unveiling, and if Apple sticks to its traditional timeline, the iPhone 17 series may go on sale around September 19, 2025. iPhone 17 series new colour revealed Filipe Espósito claimed to have obtained an "internal document" that purports to list every color option for the next iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max models in a report published today for Macworld. Mockups of the color options and Pantone numbers are included in the report. Sonny Dickson and "Majin Bu" have previously revealed a number of the purported color possibilities, which are mentioned below. iPhone 17 The iPhone 17 comes with four additional color options, including a Steel Gray variation of Space Gray, in addition to the traditional Black and White color selections: Steel Gray Green Purple Light Blue Black White iPhone 17 Air It has been reported that the iPhone 17 Air's light blue color would be much paler than that of the iPhone 17. It appears that the iPhone 17 Air's color option will resemble the Sky Blue finish of the MacBook Air: White Black Light Blue Light Gold iPhone 17 Pro The highlight is a brand-new orange hue, and Dark Blue might resemble the Blue Titanium finish found on the iPhone 15 Pro two years ago: Orange Black White Gray Dark Blue iPhone 17 Pro Max The iPhone 17 Pro's color choices are the same: Gray White Black Orange with Dark Blue As always, lighting circumstances will affect how these colors seem. Overall, it is likely that the iPhone 17 series will come in the colors shown above, as three sources now concur on them. iPhone 17 series price in India (Expected) The iPhone 17 will cost approximately Rs 79,999 when it arrives in India. The Air model might launch for about Rs 89,999. The Pro Max will cost Rs 1,64,900, while the Pro model would cost approximately Rs 1,39,900. However, until Apple formally announces the price, it cannot be verified.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
I changed my whole diet to conquer Samsung's antioxidant index; here's how it works
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. One of the few Galaxy Watch 8 exclusives is its antioxidant index, which measures nutrients through your skin to determine whether you're eating healthily. I took it personally when Samsung estimated that I had "Low" antioxidants, so I spent the past week eating as healthily as possible to see if it made a difference. Samsung's multicolored health sensors look for carotenoids, the pigment that gives fruits and veggies their bright red, orange, or yellow coloring; once in your body, they counterbalance the "oxidative stress" generated from poor lifestyle habits like smoking, drinking, overeating, and stress. Hence the name "antioxidants." Generally speaking, the antioxidant index is intended to determine whether you're consuming your WHO-recommended 400g of fruits and vegetables per day. For health-conscious individuals who dislike logging their food daily, the Galaxy Watch 8 offers valuable context. But since I thought I was eating healthily enough, I decided to cram carotenoid-rich foods into my diet for a week to see whether Samsung would be able to detect the changes properly. How the Antioxidant Index score works on the Galaxy Watch 8 Your body stores carotenoids in the skin, where the Galaxy Watch 8's optical sensors can spot and measure them. Samsung told TechRadar that your wrist has too many capillaries, so your blood confuses the results; pressing your thumb against the sensor will "push away all the blood" and make it easier to check your carotenoid levels. Carotenoids are just one type of antioxidant, but their pigmentation allows Samsung to detect them. We've emailed Samsung to ask if it might eventually track other antioxidants, but for now, carotenoids are the best estimate to check non-invasively if your body has other healthy vitamins and nutrients. So, what foods have carotenoids? Samsung suggests root vegetables (carrots, sweet potatoes), leafy greens (spinach, kale), citrus fruits (oranges, mangoes), tomatoes, and bell peppers. Other carotenoid-rich foods include pumpkin, squash, cantaloupe, and corn; most red, orange, and yellow produce will likely have some. Samsung used data from clinical trials at Samsung Seoul Hospital to determine the "correlation between fruit and vegetable intake and the accumulation of carotenoids in the skin." Adequate antioxidant levels get a score of 75–100. People with "Low" scores (50–75) consume 50–99% of the recommended daily amount, so about a 2% increase per point. Very Low (0–49) is "less than 50%." Samsung also warns that your score may fall during "periods of severe stress or when drinking or smoking," so it's about lifestyle as much as nutrition. The company says it may change the criteria with "future clinical results," but the gist is that you want a score of 75 to match recommended levels. Everything above that is just gravy, while lower scores leave you vulnerable to "cell damage, excessive aging, inflammation, worsening eyesight, and chronic diseases such as cancer" over time. Raising my Antioxidant Index score on my Galaxy Watch 8 Samsung warns that it can take "up to 2 weeks for your antioxidant index to reflect an increased intake of fruits and vegetables," so I knew that eating a boatload of carotenoids wouldn't instantly level me up. But I wanted to see if there was an obvious impact from a changed diet in the short term. I stuck to my normal diet for the first day, and my reading stayed consistent. Starting on Monday, I raided my grocery store for carotenoid-rich fruits and veggies, then spent the next five days eating salads, bell peppers, cantaloupe, and other healthy produce, well above the recommended five servings per day. My score did start to course-correct, but slowly. I looked into the benefits of raw vs. cooked veggies and realized that raw vegetables are high in vitamins and fiber but low in beta-carotenes. You get the most carotenoids from cooked vegetables paired with healthy fats, like cooking oil. I'm more of a raw veggies guy than a stir-fry guy, which may be part of my problem. So I tried to incorporate more cooked veggies, paired with meats or peanut butter, during the final stretch. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 54 53 56 65 61 65 65 I climbed from an antioxidant index score of 53 (56% of recommended antioxidants) to 65 (80%) in a week. In theory, one more week of healthy eating will bring me to my target score of 75, on pace with Samsung's two-week estimate. I can't quantify how accurate Samsung's antioxidant index is without a blood test, but this experience did, at least, show that this sensor isn't just some pseudoscientific guesstimate. It can tell that I'm eating healthier. On the other hand, it feels demoralizing that my antioxidant index score has stalled out in the last few days, despite eating so healthily. I could have cheated and taken dietary supplements to raise my score, but Samsung warns that these can have "harmful side effects" and "increase your risk for cancer and heart disease," so you and I should stick to the healthy-eating path. The main problem with Samsung's antioxidant index Most Android watches have food logging in their apps, but I dislike calorie-counting and having to quantify every meal. I do care about eating healthy, however, and only the Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch Ultra have a tool like this, thanks to the BioActive sensor. I'm glad to have this tool as a baseline for my health. Here's the main issue with the antioxidant index: there are more antioxidants than just carotenoids. Other types, such as flavonoids, polyphenols, and lycopene, are found in a wide range of fruits, vegetables, beans, and teas, and they all help remove the "free radical" molecules that contribute to aging and disease. Carotenoids are a key indicator of your health, one that helped me recognize a dietary deficiency. However, since Samsung cannot track other non-pigmented antioxidants as easily, your actual "antioxidant score" might be higher than Samsung can accurately assess with a smartwatch. But this isn't a criticism! It's merely a reminder that you shouldn't ignore the healthy foods that don't have carotenoids just because Samsung doesn't reward you for eating them. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 uses its BioActive sensor to track several new metrics, including your circadian rhythm for Bedtime Guidance, Vascular Load for heart health and stress, and the aforementioned antioxidant index. It's a fast smartwatch with valuable health and fitness insights. View Deal The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic has the same BioActive sensors as the Watch 8, but with a stainless steel case, rotating bezel for exact controls, doubled storage, and a third Quick Button for shortcuts. Choose this option if you care about eating healthy and looking more stylish. View Deal
