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Summer’s here – we think! Even if the sun isn’t splitting the sky, it’s good to get out and about during the school holidays – and with a bit of digital assistance, we’ve got some great ideas for summer activities…
Good news! The days of returning home from a trip abroad to an eye-watering mobile phone bill are long gone. Nowadays, if you’re travelling within Europe, your minutes, data and texts will work just like they do at home. So,…
We are excited to announce that 8020 Ltd has acquired the Kirkcudbright based business CMS Broadband Ltd. 8020 already manage the IT infrastructure for many leading businesses across Dumfries & Galloway, as well as managing thousands of business mobile…
Keeping Your Data Secure While Travelling Summer is in full swing and with the UK receiving some fantastic weather, many of us are enjoying a break here at home instead of jetting off to find the sun. Wherever you plan…
Phishing (noun): The fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers. The other heinous purpose of phishing is to use an…
Many people are now working remotely, carrying out their workload in a coffee shop, on the train or at their kitchen table. Technology is making this possible and it is reported that as many as half of us will be…
Apple have just announced their new streaming service, Apple TV+, as well as a host of other expansions across Apple News, Apple Pay & the App Store. Apple News + CEO Tim Cook kicked off today’s event with an introduction…
Online shopping has become a regular occurrence for most of us. Whether it be ordering a new outfit for an upcoming event, your weekly grocery shop so it gets delivered straight to your door, or something you could easily purchase…
Are your mobile bills higher than you expect but you’re not sure why? Here we explain some of the most common additional charges we see on our client’s bills and advise on ways to avoid them. Non-Geographical Calls Non-geographic numbers,…
From progression towards 5G to developments in connectivity capabilities, the world we live and work in is an exciting place at the moment. One area we are likely to see the biggest developments in is the IoT (Internet of Things)…
With many locations across the UK still waiting for 4G coverage, you may wonder why people are getting so excited about the impending launch of 5G. What is 5G? You would be forgiven for thinking that all there is to…
Would you know what to do if your phone gets lost or stolen? When your phone vanishes, whatever the circumstance, it conjures up that awful feeling of dread, panic, anxiety. What am I going to do? There goes my means…
Are you a self-professed heavy data user? Or do your work patterns mean usage on your business phone can fluctuate month to month? Perhaps your monthly usage stays consistent? There is still good reason for keeping a track on your…
With the start of a new year, many of us are looking at ways to modify parts of our lives to have a happier and healthier year. Making resolutions is the easy part, sticking to them is where it gets…
Gone are the days when mobile phones were considered a luxury. They have now become a necessity for many people as a way of not only communicating with friends, family & colleagues but also a way to store important information…
We’ve seen some great new phones in 2018; Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Galaxy Note9, Google’s Pixel 3 XL and of course, the iPhone Xs and Xs Max. With new technology comes exciting new features, but it’s impossible to know every…
As a trusted supplier of IT Support and Business Mobiles, 8020 already supports a number of small businesses across Dumfries and Galloway and Scotland. Small Business Saturday is a campaign which highlights the success of small business across the UK…
When was the last time you checked your business mobile phone bill? If you have answered “never”, you probably fall into the same category as most. 8020 regularly see premium rate text charges coming through on clients bills which require…
8020 are hiring! Due to continued growth and expansion, we’re looking for experienced IT Technicians/Helpdesk Technicians to join the team at 8020. Send your CV for consideration to: jobs@8020ltd.com
Mobile data usage is the single biggest reason people overspend on their mobile phone bill; these FAQs and tips should help you manage your allowance more effectively. Why is my Phone using Data when Wi-Fi is available? When Wi-Fi signal…