# smartphone

This year

2023

Voices

Opinion: 'Phones have become a battleground for parenting in the age of social media'

Mum Margaret Lynch looks at the question of smartphone use for children and shares her own experiences.

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Mar 11th 2023, 8:00 PM

Last year

2022

# blue light

Research finds smartphone screen exposure may lead to earlier onset of puberty

Exposure to blue light from use of tablets and smartphones, may alter hormone levels in young children, scientists say.

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Sep 16th 2022, 7:25 AM

All time

Voices

Opinion: Sexually violent pornography is being promoted to first-time users of top sites

A comprehensive study by Dr Fiona Vera-Gray and Professor Clare McGlynn of Durham University uncovered worrying levels of access to violent pornography.

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May 28th 2021, 10:19 AM

# put it down

'Unless parents cure their own smartphone addiction, they won't be able to cure their kids'

An expert says parents need to lead by example.

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Jan 1st 2019, 9:00 PM

# put it down

Irish users may actually be starting to use their smartphones a little bit less

A new survey suggests people are attempting to address ‘our addiction to smartphones’.

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Nov 20th 2018, 12:12 PM

# Technology

Here's what you need to know about Apple's three new iPhones

The company has also launched an upgraded smartwatch that detects falls.

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Sep 13th 2018, 7:32 AM

# reusing dublin

Number of ghost estates has 'decreased by 91% since 2010'

Meanwhile, a new app is set to let members of the public report vacant buildings.

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Mar 7th 2018, 2:10 PM

# be in ctrl

With 'vulnerable' children contacting strangers, government launches 'internet safety resource' for schools

Most children aged between 8 and 13 own a smartphone.

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Feb 6th 2018, 2:09 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should children aged under 14 be banned from using smartphones?

The use of smartphones by children was brought into sharp focus this week.

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Jan 28th 2018, 10:53 AM

# lunch crunch

Poll: Do you use your smartphone while walking?

Give it to us straight. Be honest.

15.8k

Dec 4th 2017, 12:49 PM

# Weather Warning

Government looking to develop app for serious weather alerts

Many said they were caught completely off guard by the weather in Donegal last month.

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Sep 21st 2017, 6:10 AM

# lunch crunch

Poll: How often do you make a phonecall on your smartphone?

Give it to us straight. Be honest.

25.5k

Jun 29th 2017, 12:45 PM

# live a better life

Live A Better Life: 6 things you need to know about using your phone less

Want to use your phone less? We found out how.

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May 12th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Five big things to change about how you use your phone

Try these and see how you can make your phone work for you.

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May 11th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

From coding to a new language, learn something new using your phone

With these apps, you can learn a new language, get fit, or become an astronomy expert.

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May 10th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Simple expert tips on how to make the most of your phone's camera

This week, we’re all about cultivating positivity with our phone. So why not get to know your camera?

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May 9th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Use your phone to journal - and improve your day

Let’s find out how to remember what on earth we did last week.

9.5k

May 8th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Here's how to stop lack of phone storage stressing you out

This will make your life a whole lot easier.

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May 5th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Here's how to take control over your phone bill

We have a consumer expert here to help answer questions on phone bills and contracts. Plus, we’ve a Facebook Live coming up today.

6.0k

May 3rd 2017, 8:20 AM

# live a better life

Is the data on your phone secure? Here's how to make sure it is

Security is always a major concern but you have the tools to help prevent the worst from happening.

7.2k

May 2nd 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Easy ways to stop your phone battery from ruining your day

Does your battery stress you out? Then read on for a solution.

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May 1st 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Have questions about your phone bill or contract? Let us put them to an expert

We’ll be holding a Facebook Live event on Wednesday where your questions will be put to the consumer expert.

12.7k

Apr 30th 2017, 10:30 AM

# live a better life

Challenge 5: Fix something that's bothering you about your phone

A small change can mean a peaceful mind.

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Apr 28th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Challenge 4: Make an app hard to get at

You need the app – but you don’t want to be instantly drawn to it. Here’s what to do.

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Apr 27th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Challenge 3: Drop the phone at dinner

Week two of Live A Better Life is all about challenging yourself.

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Apr 26th 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

Do you really need all those notifications?

Let’s see if a cull is needed. Plus, a chance to reflect on how the week has gone so far.

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Apr 21st 2017, 12:50 PM

# live a better life

The sound sleep guide: Move your phone away from your bed tonight

Move it as far from your reach as possible.

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Apr 20th 2017, 12:50 PM

# lunch crunch

Poll: Do you use your phone at mealtimes?

Your daily bite-sized ballot break.

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Apr 18th 2017, 12:45 PM

# live a better life

Quiz: What is your relationship with your phone like?

Take our quiz and see whether you and your phone need a break – or get on just fine.

31.5k

Apr 17th 2017, 10:31 AM

# live a better life

Want a better relationship with your phone? Let us help

Welcome to day one, week one of our Live A Better Life series on having a better relationship with your phone.

21.5k

Apr 17th 2017, 10:30 AM

# smartphone

These are the easiest smartphone games to play with one hand

Or if you want to hold a cup of tea or coffee while you play. Your choice really.

28.0k

Jan 3rd 2017, 9:15 PM

# Careful Now

Location apps could save your life if you get into trouble on a Christmas walk

The Coast Guard is asking people to use apps on their phone to provide them with specific GPS coordinates.

7.9k

Dec 25th 2016, 6:30 AM

# helping hand

Know anyone who isn't tech-savvy? This is how you can help them this Christmas

It’s a tough job but someone has to do it.

16.8k

Dec 18th 2016, 10:00 PM

# smartphone

Are you looking? Half of Irish people check their phones in the middle of the night

The study found that the vast majority of us have access to a smart device.

10.6k

Dec 1st 2016, 3:00 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Should penalty points be increased for using a phone while driving?

The RSA says increased penalty points have resulted in changes in the behaviour of drivers.

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Nov 18th 2016, 8:42 AM

# Appy Dreams

Your smartphone could be making your sleep worse

Longer average screen-time was associated with poor sleep quality.

18.9k

Nov 13th 2016, 7:30 PM

# put the phone down

Using your smartphone at night could make you temporarily blind

This week, a woman from Fermanagh described her experience of Transient Smartphone Blindness.

19.0k

Nov 1st 2016, 3:53 PM

# fire concerns

Own a Samsung Galaxy Note 7? Turn it off

The smartphone company has called a halt to worldwide sales of the smartphone due to safety concerns.

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Oct 11th 2016, 7:12 AM

# Hidden

Here are some handy iPhone and Android gestures you might not know about

What do you mean there’s more to my phone than tapping on apps?

34.0k

Oct 9th 2016, 12:30 PM

If you're not using burst mode on your camera, you're missing a trick

Why try one photo when you can take loads of them in quick succession.

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Sep 18th 2016, 1:00 PM