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News in April 2009

• 30 Apr 2009Sky box update offers greener standby modeSky is upgrading its set top box software so inactive Sky boxes automatically switch to standby during the day.
• 30 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 30 April 2009Like a bargain? Then you may want to have a look at these huge discounts on large and luxury cars.
• 30 Apr 2009Orange to sell mobile phones in HMV music shopsOrange and HMV announced plans today for Orange to sell mobile phone handsets and services with a focus on music, gaming and video in HMV high street shops.
• 30 Apr 2009Samsung launches Tocco Lite touchscreen mobileSamsung has announced the UK launch of the Tocco Lite mobile phone and is promoting it with the emphasis on its social media features. 
• 30 Apr 2009Sony announces the Bravia Z5500Sony has announced the Z5500 TV, the latest Full HD Sony Bravia LCD to feature Motionflow 200Hz technology
• 30 Apr 2009Free photographs for Virgin broadband customersVirgin broadband customers will now be entitled to free photographs from Which? Best Buy photo processing service Snapfish.
• 30 Apr 2009DIY botox kits for sale onlineWhich? Computing exposes scandal of DIY Botox kits available to buy online
• 30 Apr 2009Government mortgage plan helps just one family Government mortgage rescue scheme only helped one family in first few months of this year
• 29 Apr 2009Drivers told to expect insurance price hikesThe average cost of car insurance went up by almost 11% in 2008, the AA said, and drivers are being warned to expect similar increases this year.
• 29 Apr 2009Microsoft Vine to offer emergency social networkMicrosoft has unveiled the beta version of Vine, a location-based social networking app, designed to let you stay in touch with friends and family in the event of an emergency.
• 29 Apr 2009Home rentals showing signs of recoveryThe number of houses available for rent fell for the second month in a row, providing hope for landlords - but there remains an oversupply of flats for rent.
• 29 Apr 2009Swine flu fever breeds spam messagesSpammers cash in on fears over swine flu
• 29 Apr 2009Brits wake up to poor nutritionWhich? research finds that adults and children have a hard job finding a healthy start to the day, as cereal companies continue to add large amounts of sugar to their top brands.
• 29 Apr 2009Iggy Pop insurer slammed by ASAAdvertising watchdog rules against Swiftcover ad.
• 28 Apr 2009New technology could make car sharing easierScientists are working on a new system that could make it easier for motorists to share car journeys.
• 28 Apr 2009JJB Sports saved from adminstration Sportswear chain JJB Sports has been saved from going bust after landlords backed changes to its lease terms.
• 28 Apr 2009New car models - news round-upWith lots of carmakers making adjustments to their ranges this week, here’s a quick round-up of what to expect in the showroom.
• 28 Apr 2009Speeding motorists face bigger finesSpeeding motorists could be required to pay a £15 surcharge on top of fines as a contribution towards a fund for crime victims.
• 28 Apr 2009Carmakers confirm scrappage discountsWhich? reviews carmakers' positions on the newly announced scrappage scheme
• 28 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 27 April 2009We dig out great deals on the Honda S2000 (again), Ford Focus and Audi A4.
• 28 Apr 2009Samsung confirms the I7500 Android mobile phoneThe Samsung I7500 mobile phone will launch in June, making it Samsung's first Android powered handset
• 28 Apr 2009Nationwide closes mortgage deal to new businessLeading lender Nationwide closes its standard variable rate to new customers
• 28 Apr 2009Tour operators cancel flights to Mexico Tour operators Thomson, First Choice and Virgin Holidays have cancelled all flights to Mexico following the outbreak of swine flu, which has so far killed 152 people.
• 28 Apr 2009April consumer news quizJust how much do you remember about the headlines from the past month? Find out with our monthly quiz.
• 28 Apr 2009Travel insurance may not cover swine fluBrits cancelling trips to Mexico may find that their travel insurance doesn't cover them for refunds.
• 27 Apr 2009National flags allowed on car numberplatesA change in the law means motorists in England, Scotland and Wales can now display national flags on their numberplates.
• 27 Apr 2009BT launches new mobile broadband internet serviceBT launched its new mobile broadband service today. The telecoms provider is offering 1GB data usage each month for a one-off £49.99 fee to new fixed-line broadband customers signing up on an 18-month term.
• 27 Apr 2009Child car seats: VAT cut for Isofix basesThe VAT payable on Isofix bases for child car seats will be cut to 5% in July, clearing up what campaigners have described as a ‘tax anomaly’.
• 27 Apr 2009Downloads from Apple's App Store top 1 billionOver a billion applications have downloaded Apps from Apple's online store
• 27 Apr 2009Orange launches Orange Vegas mobile phoneAt £48.50, the newly launched Orange Vegas is the UK's cheapest full touchscreen mobile phone
• 25 Apr 2009Bay Trading placed in administrationFashion retailer Bay Trading has been placed into administration, placing 1,000 jobs at risk
• 24 Apr 2009Stephen Fry uses Audioboo - will you follow?AudioBoo, an Apple iPhone app that lets you record short messages and post them online, looks set to benefit from the 'Steven Fry phenomenon' which saw celebrity microblogging drive Twitter into the mainstream.
• 24 Apr 2009Chumby internet radio heads for the UKThe Chumby, a Wi-Fi connected internet device with a 3.5-inch touchscreen that features widgets and internet radio among its quirky features list, is now available in the UK.
• 24 Apr 2009Citroën Nemo Multispace MPVThe Nemo Multispace MPV offers plenty of interior space for a budget price.
• 24 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 24 April 2009No need to wait for the government's car scrappage scheme to take effect - you can save thousands on new and nearly new cars already, including the legendary Honda S2000.
• 24 Apr 20093 mobile offers unlimited Skype sim for £2Mobile network 3 has opened up its UK mobile network to allow anyone with a 3 mobile sim card and a compatible 3 mobile phone.
• 24 Apr 2009Light dims for traditional light bulbsEnergy-saving light bulbs have been taken up by the majority of Which? members, but some still have reservations about energy-saving light bulbs when compared to traditional incandescent light bulbs, our survey reveals.
• 24 Apr 2009Blackwell introduces book printing on demandBookseller, Blackwell, has unveiled the Espresso Book Machine, which allows customers to print books on-demand in around five minutes
• 23 Apr 2009£100,000 prize for mobile phone security idea'Design out Crime', a joint initiative between the Home Office Design & Technology Alliance Against Crime and the Design Council, has set a challenge for the UK’s design and technology communities to find a solution to improve mobile phone security.
• 23 Apr 2009Vauxhall Insignia ecoFLEX arrivesVauxhall has announced the extension of its environmentally-sensitive ecoFLEX range with the introduction of an Insignia ecoFLEX variant
• 23 Apr 2009Hot new VW Golf GTDVolkswagen has announced pricing and specification for a new performance diesel, the Golf GTD.
• 23 Apr 2009Scrap scheme to have 'little effect' on car valuesThe scrappage incentive scheme announced as part of this year’s Budget will have little effect on the value of new and used cars, experts have predicted.
• 23 Apr 2009Budget: car scrappage scheme gets go-aheadA new scrappage incentive scheme for cars will be introduced next month, giving thousands of motorists the chance to save cash on new cars.
• 23 Apr 2009Advert for eBay banned by ad watchdogAn eBay poster advert boasting that its prices were a quarter cheaper than those in high street shops was today banned by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).
• 23 Apr 2009Coffee machine sales defy gloomDo you want coffee perfection at home? Let the Which? experts lead you to espresso heaven with their verdicts on the best coffee makers with brands including Delonghi, Gaggia and Nespresso.
• 23 Apr 2009Sony reveals BDP-S360 Blu-ray disc playerSony has unveiled the BDP-S360 Blu-ray player, which has been launched alongside two home theatre kits
• 23 Apr 2009Mortgage applications rocket at the RockNorthern Rock reports a 70% rise in mortgage applications between February and March
• 23 Apr 2009Recycling right could save taxpayers millions Council tax bills could be cut by millions of pounds if councils and households improved the way they recycle, according to new research from which.co.uk.
• 23 Apr 2009Insured drivers face cop stopAA research shows that drivers who leave renewing their car insurance to the last minute face being stopped by the police.
• 23 Apr 2009Google Street View doesn't invade privacy says ICOInformation Commissioner rules that Street View does not breach the Data Protection Act
• 22 Apr 2009EU cuts maximum cost of texting abroad to 9pBritons travelling abroad this summer will be able to "text home 4 less" after MEPs today voted to cap charges across Europe.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Over-60s to get extra fuel bill helpChancellor Alistair Darling has announced that last winter's higher Winter Fuel Allowance will be maintained for another year, as part of his 2009 Budget.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget: drivers face more fuel duty rises Hard-pressed motorists, who have seen petrol pump prices slide back up toward the £1 a litre mark of late, will face further fuel hikes in future months after Wednesday's Budget.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: strong support for scrappage schemeThe vast majority of drivers support the idea of a scrappage incentive scheme for cars, a survey ahead of this year’s Budget announcement shows.
• 22 Apr 2009LG showcases its 2009 range of HDTVsLG has shown off its 2009 range of TVs with plasma and LCD models ranging from 19 to 60 inches
• 22 Apr 2009Web 2.0 kills art of letter writingElectronic communication has killed the art of letter writing, and spawned a decline in the number of postcards mailed, according to two separate reports.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Savings - Isa limits increasedIsa limit up to £10,200 including £5,100 in a cash Isa. Available this tax year if you're 50+, otherwise from next year.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Income tax- increases in pipeline Income tax rates and allowances for 2009-10 and 2010-11. New rates confirmed for 2009 and increases proposed for 2010-11. Extra 50% tax band for taxable incomes above £150,000 and loss of personal allowance above £100,000.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Cigarettes and alcohol - duty up 2%The Budget brought more bad news for smokers and drinkers as Alistair Darling raised the duty on tobacco and alcohol.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Jobs and work - boost for youngstersAlistair Darling used his second Budget today to outline several new initiatives to increase employment.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Help for homeownersLocal authorities and armed forces personnel also set to benefit from Budget changes
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Small businesses and sole tradersIncreased capital allowances to encourage spending, whilst cash-strapped loss-making businesses can reclaim tax from previous 3 years
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Going greenChancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling today announced a range of environmental proposals in his 2009 Budget. Which? gives advice about how you can make your home and life greener.
• 22 Apr 2009Budget 2009: Pensions and benefitsThe 2009 Budget promised a 2.5% increase in State pension for 2010 and extended Penson Credit to those with savings of £10,000 or less from November 2009. Tax relief on pension contributions by top-rate taxpayers will be cut from 40% to 20% in 2011.
• 21 Apr 2009Dangerous products withdrawals on the riseAlmost 2,000 dangerous consumer products were withdrawn from shops across Europe in 2008.
• 21 Apr 2009Survey highlights extent of British road rageSome 58% of drivers have fallen victim to road rage in the past year, according to new research.
• 21 Apr 2009Government could miss CO2 emission targetAnalysts have warned that the UK is set to miss 2020 goals for deep cuts in carbon dioxide by 2020.
• 21 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 21 April 2009Which? scours the used car classifieds so you don't have to. Latest cheap car deals from across the UK.
• 21 Apr 2009High-tech 'n-tec' for Nissan QashqaiThe latest Nissan sat nav technology joins the line-up as the Japanese carmaker announces a new trim level and revisions to the range-topping Tekna.
• 21 Apr 2009Drivers face more 20mph speed limitsMore 20mph zones could be introduced in residential areas as part of a new, 10-year road safety strategy.
• 21 Apr 2009Deflation hits UK for first time in generationsFor the first time in 50 years the UK is experiencing deflation as the rate of inflation dips to 0.4%
• 21 Apr 2009Egg ramps up credit card cash withdrawal feeCitigroup credit card users face £5 cash withdrawal charge for ATM use with their Egg card
• 21 Apr 2009Paying off debt is top priorityIndependent financial adviser body reveals extent of consumer debt. More of us will pay off our loans than attempt to save.
• 20 Apr 2009Asking prices rise for third month on the bounceProperty asking prices rise again but some are cut by at least 2% per week
• 20 Apr 2009BBC iPlayer goes HDThe BBC's iPlayer online TV service is to start offering high definition (HD) TV programmes.
• 20 Apr 2009Vauxhall announces new Insignia VXRThe European Car of the Year is about to get a whole lot more powerful, as Vauxhall announces the new Insignia VXR.
• 20 Apr 2009Report shows surge in number of elderly driversThe number of elderly drivers on British roads has surged in the past ten years, according a report published this week.
• 20 Apr 2009Updates for Toyota Auris range announcedChanges for the Toyota Auris as the engines get more economical and trim levels are revised.
• 20 Apr 2009Halifax taken to court over Chip and PIN disputeJob vs Halifax card fraud case starts in county court this month
• 20 Apr 2009LG Viewty Smart mobile phone to launchLG has confirmed the May launch of the LG Viewty Smart GC900 mobile phone
• 20 Apr 2009Panasonic announces three new Lumix camerasPanasonic announces three new Lumix digital cameras in the popular FS series: the FS12 - exclusive to Dixons, the FS42 - exclusive to Argos, and the generally available FS62
• 20 Apr 2009Starbucks offers Wi-Fi to BT broadband customersBT broadband customers will soon be able to surf the Wi-Fi internet while enjoying a cappuccino following BT's announcement that BT will provide Wi-Fi broadband access across more than 650 Starbucks coffeehouses in the UK and Ireland.
• 20 Apr 2009Lord Lamont hits out at government over slumpLord Lamont speaks exclusively to Which? about the recession. He maintains government failing exacerbated the financial crises.
• 18 Apr 2009Economical new X3 and 3 Series updates from BMWBMW is introducing a more economical X3. The BMW X3 xDrive18d uses a 141bhp 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine to achieve 45.6mpg and 165g/km CO2.
• 18 Apr 2009Lotus sports cars now more efficientIn a bid to firm up its eco-credentials, Lotus has reduced CO2 outputs across its entire range by 9% - and improved fuel economies by a similar amount.
• 18 Apr 2009Yorkshire Bank awarded carbon footprint accoladeYorkshire Bank is the first high street UK bank to be awarded the Carbon Trust Standard for its climate change work
• 17 Apr 2009Heathrow airport unveils free gadget chargersHeathrow airport has spent £300,000 on 47 Power Poles for travellers to charge portable gadgets.
• 17 Apr 2009Thousands champion local restaurants for awardWith a month to go, more than 10,000 members of the public have already nominated their favourite local restaurant for The Good Food Guide Restaurant of the Year award. There is still time to vote. Find out more on www.which.co.uk/gfgaward
• 17 Apr 2009Which? interviews the Prime MinisterWhich? interviews Gordon Brown. The Prime Minister answers questions on interest rate cuts, savings, irresponsible lending, mortgages and energy bills
• 17 Apr 2009Freedom Direct Holidays collapsesUK tour operator and travel agent collapses with 200 customers abroad and 10,000 advance bookings. It was backed by the ATOL scheme; passengers should be protected
• 16 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 16 April 2009This week's second batch of car deals features some extraordinary offers on the Toyota Prius, Vauxhall Astra Estate and previous generation Mini Cooper Convertible.
• 16 Apr 2009Audi announces updates for seven-seater Q7Audi has updated its monster Q7 seven-seat SUV with 'energy recuperation technology', revised looks, and a new 3.0-litre TDI 'clean diesel' V6 engine.
• 16 Apr 2009Drivers to get cash towards electric cars Drivers could receive up to £5,000 towards the cost of an electric car from 2011, the government has announced.
• 16 Apr 2009Skyla unveils combined photo scanner and frameA digital photo frame with built-in scanner has been launched which can convert paper photo prints to digital photos.
• 16 Apr 2009Fewer cars being bought with dealer financeThe number of new and used cars bought with dealer finance slumped by more than a fifth year-on-year, according to latest figures.
• 16 Apr 2009Biofuels 'producing twice the CO2' of fossil fuelsBiofuels used in cars could produce twice the carbon emissions of the fossil fuels they replace, environmentalists claimed on Wednesday.
• 16 Apr 2009Nissan's new 370Z Roadster convertible revealedThe Nissan 370Z Roadster convertible was revealed last week at the New York International Auto Show.
• 16 Apr 2009Spyware fastest growing security risk, says firmSpyware is the largest growing security threat this year, says security report
• 16 Apr 2009Millions are concerned about personal finances Nine in ten low earners worry about their financial situation. There is a desperate need for free and fair financial advice, says Which?.
• 16 Apr 2009Tiscali under financial pressureHome broadband, phone and TV provider Tiscali was dealt a fresh blow today after the broadband ISP revealed its auditors had refused to sign off its accounts.
• 16 Apr 2009Pushchair complaints on the riseWhich? offers advice for parents experiencing problems buying a pram, pushchair or buggy for their baby
• 16 Apr 2009LG unveils W53 series of HD PC monitorsLG has unveiled the W53 series of widescreen LCD monitors, which feature 'eyestrain minimising' technology
• 15 Apr 2009SexyView mobile worm spreads by text'SexyView', the first known mobile phone worm which spreads via SMS, has been detected by online security company F-Secure.
• 15 Apr 2009HDTV awareness hits 99% but only 11% will buy99% of consumers are aware of High Definition (HD) TV but only one in ten (11%) is looking to buy a High Definition television in 2009, according to figures announced by Buckingham Research today.
• 15 Apr 2009Waitrose scraps online delivery chargeWaitrose has stepped up the internet price war by scrapping its delivery charges on its online grocery shopping service. 
• 15 Apr 2009Panasonic showcases two Blu-ray disc recordersPanasonic shows off the BS850 and BS750 Freesat PVR Blu-ray DVD recorder combis.
• 15 Apr 2009Spam is bad for the environment, says McAfeeJunk emails emit as much carbon dioxide as 3.1 million cars, says report from security specialist McAfee.
• 14 Apr 2009Anti-skid technology for all new carsPotentially life-saving anti-skid technology will become mandatory on all new passenger cars from November 2011 as part of an EU plan to improve road safety.
• 14 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 14 April 2009Whether you're looking for a sporty new car for the summer or something altogether more sensible, we'll show you how to save some serious cash.
• 14 Apr 2009New safety system aims to cut road deathsA new road safety system that warns drivers when children approach bus stops or pedestrian crossings is being trialled in Scotland.
• 14 Apr 2009Personal identities for sale online for 40pIdentity thieves can buy the personal details of a UK citizen for ‘less than a can of cola’, according to a new security report out today.
• 14 Apr 2009Nikon announces new DSLRNikon has announced the launch of the D5000 Digital SLR camera.
• 13 Apr 2009Lexus RX 450h to become greenest premium SUVLexus has revealed the technical details of its forthcoming RX 450h hybrid SUV. And we have to admit, it’s pretty impressive.
• 13 Apr 2009HSBC boost for home ownersHSBC announces it is to lend to homeowners seeking a 90% mortgage.
• 11 Apr 2009Car drivers 'distracted by Twitter'Motorists are now ‘tweeting and driving’ by connecting to networking sites such as Twitter at the wheel, it has emerged.
• 11 Apr 2009Recession-hit consumers should review willsExperts warn that wills may not leave as much as intended to loved ones due to property price falls.
• 10 Apr 2009New-car buyers 'not haggling hard enough'More and more drivers are prepared to haggle when buying a new car, according to new research, but motorists could still be losing out because they are not prepared to haggle hard enough.
• 10 Apr 2009Free calls and texts for Vodafone PAYG customersVodafone is offering bonus ‘Freedom packs’ of free text messages and voice minutes to PAYG customers who top up £10, £15 or £20.
• 09 Apr 2009Live Easter traffic info on your mobile Improvements to the Highways Agency mobile website will make it easier for drivers to plan their Easter journeys and get live traffic, speed and accident data using their mobile phones.
• 09 Apr 2009Rock tightens lending criteriaPeople who have overpaid into Northern Rock flexible mortgages may not be able to borrow back the cash if the bank thinks they may default on the loan.
• 09 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 9 April 2009Fancy saving almost £9,000 on a used Mercedes SLK? Or more than £6,000 on a folding hardtop Peugeot 307 CC? We've got all the information you need...
• 09 Apr 2009Haggle and save hundreds with help from Which?High street shoppers can bag a bargain if they have a go at haggling with help from a new guide by which.co.uk.
• 09 Apr 2009Green choice seen as more costlyPrice is the key barrier to living in a more environmentally friendly way, according to a consumer panel.
• 09 Apr 2009Cardboard oven works on solar powerA solar-powered cardboard oven wins the Financial Times climate change challenge award
• 08 Apr 2009Range Rover and Discovery updates announcedLand Rover has chosen the 2009 New York International Auto Show as the launch venue for significant updates to its Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery model lines.
• 08 Apr 2009Rogue security software attacks increaseComputer attacks from rogue security software that steals your personal information have increased, according to a Microsoft report released today.
• 08 Apr 2009Sony Ericsson announces two affordable handsetsSony Ericsson has announced the affordable W205 Walkman phone and the S312 basic camera phone
• 08 Apr 2009Crisis cash considered too costly for BritsNS&I research finds consumers have insufficient savings for emergencies
• 08 Apr 2009Sky launches Sky+ Remote Record for Apple iPhoneSky has announced that its Sky+ Remote Record application for iPhone is available now from the Apple App Store. 
• 08 Apr 2009Samsung launches the Solid Extreme mobile phoneSamsung has launched the Samsung Solid Extreme mobile phone, designed to withstand cold, wet and dusty conditions
• 08 Apr 2009DoubleTwist Mac and PC media software launchedDoubleTwist 2.0, free software for syncing and organising media files across computers and portable devices, is now available in beta version for both Windows and Mac.
• 08 Apr 2009Water companies plan high prices, warns groupSeveral regions are likely to see water bills shoot up over the next few years, according to the Consumer Council for Water (CCW).
• 08 Apr 2009Ergonomic mouse designedErgonomically designed mouse claims to reduce strain
• 08 Apr 2009MasterCard reduces cross-border fees Move to cut credit card fees may be temporary as MasterCard seeks to appeal European Commission ruling
• 08 Apr 2009Companies sign up to carbon offset quality markBritish Airways, Clear and PURE all sign up to new carbon offset quality mark
• 07 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 7 April 2009Our round-up of the hottest car deals features some impressive Ford and Peugeot bargains, plus the latest on the manufacturers queuing up to give away free payment protection insurance.
• 07 Apr 2009Police using spy cars to catch dangerous driversPolice are using specially-adapted spy cars to catch drivers who eat, apply make-up or do anything else illegal at the wheel.
• 07 Apr 2009Government campaigns for plastic bag reuseA new government campaign urges shoppers to reuse their plastic bags in a bid to cut the billions of bags handed out each year.
• 07 Apr 2009Fortunate shoppers get tasty morsel Which? initiative shows that worried Brits can still make savings by organising their finances and reviewing their spending patterns
• 07 Apr 2009Amazon drops price of MP3 downloadsAmazon has reduced the price of over 100 MP3 songs to 29p
• 07 Apr 2009Gloomy unemployment prediction from BCCThe latest quarterly survey from the British Chambers of Commerce confirms that the recession is still very serious and unemployment could peak at 3.2m in the third quarter of 2010.
• 06 Apr 2009Beware the 23-year-old driver, insurance firm saysTwenty-three year olds are the most dangerous drivers on UK roads, according to new research.
• 06 Apr 2009Fiesta is top-selling car for fifth month runningThe new Ford Fiesta has been named the UK’s top-selling car for the fifth successive month.
• 06 Apr 2009Car sales fall despite arrival of 09 plateThe Chancellor is under growing pressure to introduce a scrappage incentive scheme for vehicles in this year’s Budget, after it emerged new car sales slumped by more than 30% in March.
• 06 Apr 2009Technology energy labelling system proposedA new energy labelling system has been proposed, which includes the labelling of TVs as well as large white goods
• 06 Apr 2009New financial year begins Tax year begins April 6. Tax-free personal allowance rises 7%. State Pension increased 5%. 40% tax band threshold increases by £2,600. National Insurance upper earnings limit rises from £40,400 to £43,875. Most people will better off.
• 06 Apr 2009Calorie counters on the menu
• 05 Apr 2009Residents in Google Street View 'privacy protest'Local villagers block Google Street View car
• 04 Apr 2009Changes to home information packs More changes on the way for HIPs from 6 April 2009
• 04 Apr 2009Virgin launches unlimited PAYG mobile phone dealVirgin Mobile has launched a tariff dubbed Addict that offers ‘unlimited’ texts and internet access to users who top up £20 a month.
• 04 Apr 2009The true cost of holiday moneyResearch reveals that more than two-fifths of holiday-goers think 0% commission means charge-free cash.
• 04 Apr 2009Get live BBC TV and radio on your mobile phoneThe BBC is making live BBC TV and radio programmes available on wi-fi mobile phones with its Beta of BBC Live TV.
• 03 Apr 2009Argos launches CD, DVD and Blu-ray web storeArgos today launched an online entertainment store selling music CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray discs with free UK delivery on all items.
• 03 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 3 April 2009There's a distinctly French feel to our latest round-up of car deals, with some magnifique offers on popular models such as Renault's new Megane and the Citroën Xsara Picasso.
• 03 Apr 2009New VW Golf Plus and Kia Sorento arriveVW's new Golf Plus to start from £14,410, while Kia Sorento undercuts other seven-seat 4x4s.
• 03 Apr 2009OFT welcomes judgment against FoxtonsA ruling allowing Foxtons estate agents to use unfair terms in agreements with existing landlords was yesterday overturned by the Court of Appeal.
• 03 Apr 2009Direct travel from London to the south of FranceEurostar will be introducing a direct service between London and the South of France for the first time this summer.
• 02 Apr 2009Toyota prices new Urban CruiserToyota has announced pricing and spec details for its Urban Cruiser mini SUV, due on sale in the UK in May.
• 02 Apr 2009Leeds BS launches competitive fixed-rate bondLeeds Building Society launches competitive fixed-rate bond
• 02 Apr 2009Hot car deals, 2 April 2009There are plenty of new models about to hit the showrooms, but the canny buyer can save a small fortune by turning their attention to cars just about to be superseded.
• 02 Apr 2009Free payment protection on top Honda modelsHonda is offering free payment protection with some of its most popular cars in a bid to boost buyers’ confidence.
• 02 Apr 2009Fiat prices 500C convertibleFiat has announced pricing for its new 500C convertible – and in a surprise move has revealed the UK will be the first country in Europe to get the car.
• 02 Apr 2009Sony announces the TG7VE pocket HD camcorderSony has announced the TG7VE HD camcorder, which the company claims is the smallest and lightest HD camcorder of its class
• 02 Apr 2009Power hungry TVs to be removed from saleFridges, freezers, televisions and washing machines are to have minimum energy standards and energy labels following an EU ruling.
• 02 Apr 2009Get the best from your holiday money in 2009Despite the current unfavourable exchange rates from sterling to euro, the pound has performed well - or remained the same - against some currencies, Which? Holiday has found.
• 01 Apr 2009Majority of drivers 'angry' on way to work The daily commute is taking its toll on drivers, according to a new poll, with Londoners least likely to enjoy their journey to work.
• 01 Apr 2009Gas Safe Register replaces Corgi gas scheme todayAs of today, the Corgi gas registration scheme has been taken over by Capita and is now called the ‘Gas Safe Register’. Any person or business carrying out work on gas appliances in Britain needs to be on the Gas Safe Register by law.
• 01 Apr 2009Apple iPhone gets Skype serviceApple iPhone internet users can now benefit from free internet phone calls in Wi-Fi zones, following the launch by Skype of a new Apple App.
• 01 Apr 2009New passport checks between Britain and IrelandControls also for Isle of Man and Channel Islands
• 01 Apr 2009Tesco customers can leave packaging behindTesco are to trial a continental-style scheme where customers can leave packaging from products they have just bought at their stores.
• 01 Apr 2009Waitrose stores to open at service stationsSupermarket chain Waitrose has announced plans to open stores at two of the UK's busiest motorway service stations.
• 01 Apr 2009BlackBerry App World launches todayThe BlackBerry App World has today been launched in the US, the UK and Canada, offering BlackBerry users a variety of smartphone applications

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