Despite declining sales, two-thirds of Brits are still clinging on to their desktop PCs
Desktop PC sales may be on the decline but they are still used widely throughout the UK, proving popular with older generations reveals our latest research. Whilst almost everyone owns some form of mobile device, desktop PCs are still prevalent, but is it time to upgrade? We found that 53 per cent of UK adults […]
46% of Brits have reduced energy bills with smart heating
But 86% still aren’t planning to install smart heating solutions over next 12 months.
UK companies underestimate the benefits of LED lighting
Almost half aren’t planning to switch to LED in next 12 months, despite upcoming halogen ban. British companies are failing to adequately prepare for the upcoming halogen light bulb ban in 2018, as 41 percent are choosing not to switch to the alternative LED lighting in the next 12 months. This is according to our […]
Nearly half of UK homes aren’t insured against damage caused by lightning
Our new research reveals a startling 47 per cent of UK adults don’t know if they are insured against lightning damage. 26 per cent admitted to not being insured at all against over-voltage. A single lightning bolt can cost more than £45,000 worth of damage (source: Direct Line). Younger generations could find themselves paying the […]
Over half of UK adults NEVER change their WiFi password
55 percent of Brits use passwords to protect their router but fail to change their WiFi password regularly. Our new research has revealed that whilst most UK adults are familiar with using router passwords to protect their WiFi (85 percent), 55 percent of users are actually putting themselves at risk by never changing their passwords, […]
Brits want to use voice controlled Smart Home devices, but don’t know how
Over half of Brits are or would consider using the likes of Alexa, Siri & co
A third of Brits choose LED lights to save energy
LED lights have become a viable option for UK households wanting to make energy and cost savings, our recent research has revealed. Lasting significantly longer than conventional lamps, a third of respondents say energy savings are the biggest influencer when it comes to buying an LED light but upfront costs remain a barrier to purchasing. […]
Nearly 1 in 5 electrical installations in UK homes are inadequate
In almost one fifth (19 percent) of UK households, there are signs of overloading of electrical installations, results from our survey show. The research also revealed that the East of the UK experienced the greatest number of electrical overloads (23 percent) when several electrical devices were used at the same time, effecting lights or causing […]
Digital photos: Put the camera away — and then what?
The smartphone made normal cameras obsolete quite some time ago. And it’s no wonder, after all there is always a smartphone to hand. It’s quick to take a photo. But what happens with all the great memories, spectacular selfies and unique snapshots? Digital photos: Put the camera away? The following fact shows how important this […]
Security vulnerability: Only four percent of Germans use an alarm system
The number of burglaries in Germany reached an all-time high in 2015 and a move away from this trend is not imminent. Nevertheless few people rely on an alarm system: Just four percent of the Germans have secured their house or apartment. This is the result of a current survey.
