Posted on 16/10/2020 20:04
Well, I've just had the email saying we have to register with the nhs test and trace app when arriving on site. As a couple we own standard old school phones which don't have the app facility so are we now discriminated against and can't enjoy our hobby?
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Posted on 19/10/2020 09:51
It boils down to being smarter than any smartphone and not going to places where you can come into contact with other people.
Online banking which I use my smartphone for is very secure and avoids unnecessary visits to the bank, where I would come into contact with others. My son tells me I can pay cheques in as well, which I didn't realise. So I won't even have to visit for that.
Telephone banking I would regard as less secure and if a computer is used instead of a smartphone the risks are the same. Very low as long as you follow all of the guidance in relation to online security.
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Posted on 19/10/2020 09:27 by SurferThese people who allow a Smartphone to rule their lives must live on a different planet? We both have Smartphones, but will NOT have any personal details on either phone.
We do not have FB, Twitter or CMC on our phones. We do not have bank details on either phone as see no need for it and certainly do not let a Smartphone rule our lives as like to think we are quite capable of doing that ourselves. Generally we both have location switched off. Why would you want to use an app to turn on your heating when you can do it yourself when you get home etc?
As for the Track & Trace app it relies on people updating it that they have Covid19 so if they do not update no one is any the wiser. Why isn't Track & Trace mandatory in supermarkets?
It boils down to being smarter than any smartphone and not going to places where you can come into contact with other people.
Posted on 19/10/2020 10:06
It's personal choice, Surfer. "These people", as you call them, use their smartphones in the way they choose.
Rather than allowing it to rule lives, I see it as us being in control and using a tool to achieve a desired outcome. We humans decide what we want, not the phones.
My only regret with present day technology is that it wasn't around when I was growing up. I actually envy the youngsters of today in that respect.
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Posted on 19/10/2020 10:06 by TinwheelerIt's personal choice, Surfer. "These people", as you call them, use their smartphones in the way they choose.
Rather than allowing it to rule lives, I see it as us being in control and using a tool to achieve a desired outcome. We humans decide what we want, not the phones.
My only regret with present day technology is that it wasn't around when I was growing up. I actually envy the youngsters of today in that respect.
Posted on 19/10/2020 10:26
Hi everyone,
I understand there's been some confusion over the email sent on Friday. I have been in touch with the Sites team and they have advised that the app usage is voluntary, our primary track and trace system is still our booking system.
The Track & Trace system is in use at all Club campsites.The system allows individuals to download a Govt App and then scan a code within hospitality venues, to “check in” to the venue - This is entirely voluntary, and whilst not a requirement for members to “check in”, the Club, and other campsites or holiday parks, are legally bound to display the new NHS QR Code posters at its campsites. We feel strongly that containing outbreaks at an early stage and reducing the ability for the COVID virus to spread is ultimately beneficial to us all and are asking our members and guests to support the use of the new system.
I hope this helps clear up any confusion.
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Posted on 19/10/2020 10:06 by TinwheelerIt's personal choice, Surfer. "These people", as you call them, use their smartphones in the way they choose.
Rather than allowing it to rule lives, I see it as us being in control and using a tool to achieve a desired outcome. We humans decide what we want, not the phones.
My only regret with present day technology is that it wasn't around when I was growing up. I actually envy the youngsters of today in that respect.
Posted on 19/10/2020 10:35
.... My only regret with present day technology is that it wasn't around when I was growing up. I actually envy the youngsters of today in that respect.
I wish we'd had it 30 plus years ago when I was travelling the world via Grey Funnel Liner. Video/WhatsApp calls would have been a lot easier than faffing around finding phone boxes using phone exchanges.
Posted on 19/10/2020 10:13 by CornersteadyI agree 100%. I control it not the other way round.
It makes life so much easier, maps, paying for things...and looking at students and what they do with theirs makes me realise that I probably use mine for only a tenth of what it can be used for
Posted on 19/10/2020 09:51 by SteveLIt boils down to being smarter than any smartphone and not going to places where you can come into contact with other people.
Online banking which I use my smartphone for is very secure and avoids unnecessary visits to the bank, where I would come into contact with others. My son tells me I can pay cheques in as well, which I didn't realise. So I won't even have to visit for that.
Telephone banking I would regard as less secure and if a computer is used instead of a smartphone the risks are the same. Very low as long as you follow all of the guidance in relation to online security.
Posted on 19/10/2020 10:47
I think it is considered safer to use the phone for banking over a PC. The banks certainly seem to be promoting it that way.I have been using on line banking almost since the day it was introduced and I have never had a problem.
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Posted on 19/10/2020 10:37 by SteveLAgree. Particularly liked the translation App that came with iOS 14. Speak to it and it repeats the phrase in the language of your choice. Very quick and easy to use and seems accurate.👍
Posted on 19/10/2020 10:53
I also can control the lights in various rooms, I got them from Wilko, called TCP or something like that, quite cheap I recall.
They have a standard bayonet fitting for the ceiling, link up to the wifi and you can set up switch on/off for different days and times but also the colour, switch on and off all from hundreds of miles away. Have about 5 front and back.
Posted on 19/10/2020 10:37 by SteveLAgree. Particularly liked the translation App that came with iOS 14. Speak to it and it repeats the phrase in the language of your choice. Very quick and easy to use and seems accurate.👍
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