Holsworthy Computers

08/04/2026

In-Store Exclusive – Windows 11 Laptop Bundle!

Factory Refurbished Dell or HP Laptop
Intel Core i5 CPU
8GB RAM
256GB SSD
Windows 11 OS
12 Month Warranty
Free Data Transfer Service

This bundle also includes a protective case, wireless mouse, Microsoft Office 2024 and 1-year Emsisoft ByteGuard AntiVirus – all for £499.99!

Fully tested, fast, and ready to go from day one. Limited stock available – grab yours today!

*Specific model may vary - please message for any details*

08/04/2026

Fed up with antivirus that slows your PC and nags you with pop-ups? ByteGuard AntiVirus gives you fast, lightweight protection without interruptions or upsells. Simple to use, reliable, and affordable, it keeps your devices secure without getting in the way.

Single-user license £34.99/year, or £45 with a full service and tune-up. We also offer 3-user, 5-user, and business licenses.

Smart protection. No compromises. That’s ByteGuard.

02/04/2026

Our opening hours for Easter 2026;

Thursday 2nd April - Open as usual
Friday 3rd April - Closed
Saturday 4th April - Closed
Monday 6th April - Closed
Tuesday 7th April - Open as usual

Happy Easter to you all from the team at Holsworthy Computers!

01/04/2026

We’ve listened to your feedback and taken decisive action.

You wanted faster repairs.
You wanted better diagnostics.
You wanted someone who won’t even flinch when you say “it was working yesterday.”

So… we’ve added to the team.

Introducing A.I. Unit-01 – our newest technician.

Fully trained, highly efficient, and fully prepared for phrases like:
– “I don’t know my password”
– “I clicked something and now it’s all gone”
– “Can you just have a quick look?”

It’s already outperforming expectations, although we’re slightly concerned it completed a full system rebuild before we’d even unlocked the door this morning.

On the plus side, it hasn’t needed a tea break yet.

Pop in and see it in action – we’re fairly confident it won’t take over. Probably.

27/02/2026

Your Local Tech Shop – Repairs, Upgrades, New & refurbished Devices

At Holsworthy Computers, we do far more than repairs!

🔧 Repairs & Upgrades
Laptops, desktops, phones, tablets, and games consoles. Slow devices, broken screens, hardware upgrades, servicing, professional diagnostics and honest advice.

💻 New & Refurbished Tech
• Laptops
• Desktop PCs
• Tablets
• Mobile phones
• We even have a PS5 in stock

🖨️ Everyday Essentials
• Printers
• Ink & paper
• Keyboards & mice
• AV cables
• USB cables & charging leads
• A wide range of computer accessories

Before you head online, check with your local shop first. You might be surprised what we have in stock and you’ll get real support if you ever need it.

📍9 The square, Holsworthy, EX22 6DL
📞 01409 478040

20/02/2026

At Holsworthy Computers we supply and support:

✔ Windows 11 laptops & desktop computers
✔ Phones & tablets
✔ Printers
✔ Ink & paper
✔ Cables, chargers, storage, keyboards, mice & accessories

We also carry out:

🔧 Laptop & PC repairs
📱 Phone repairs
🎮 Games console repairs
⚙ System upgrades (SSDs, RAM)
🛠 Virus removal & servicing
📦 Data transfer & new device setup

Whether you need something new, something fixed, or just honest advice, pop in and see us.

Local service. Straightforward pricing. Proper support.

13/02/2026

⚠️ Important – Ongoing Email & Invoice Scams ⚠️

We’ve dealt with a significant number of email-related scams this week, and we want to make the public aware of what’s happening.

1️⃣ “Stopped receiving emails” – but they hadn’t.
In several cases, scammers had gained access to accounts and set up hidden inbox rules to:
• Mark incoming emails as read
• Move them straight to archive
• Hide evidence of suspicious activity

The scammers were then emailing the victim’s contact list requesting Apple and Amazon gift cards.

If you suddenly think you’ve stopped receiving emails, it’s important to check your inbox rules immediately.

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2️⃣ Intercepted invoices with altered bank details
Today we dealt with a more concerning case where a customer’s invoices were intercepted and the payment details changed.

The sort code used was 23-32-72, which is associated online with scam reports involving PayrNet Limited.

This type of fraud is designed to redirect legitimate invoice payments into a scammer’s account.

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🔎 What you should do:

• Always carefully check invoice payment details
• Be cautious if a supplier suddenly provides “new bank details”
• If in doubt, contact the supplier or customer directly using a known phone number
• Enable two-factor authentication on email accounts
• Regularly check and review mailbox rules

If you’re unsure whether your account has been compromised, get in touch. It’s far easier to prevent further damage than to recover lost funds.

Stay vigilant.

27/01/2026

A reminder about this post. We have had multiple visits and calls today regarding it.

Specifically, the Facebook pop-up on mobile prompts users to choose between seeing adverts or going ad-free. The cost to go ad-free is £3.99 per month, or you can continue using Facebook for free with adverts.

Optional subscription fee coming to Facebook & Instagram!

Every few years there used to be a chain mail scam post that would go round, saying that Facebook was going to charge for using the app, well now it’s real, kind of!

There will be an optional subscription to use Facebook and Instagram ad-free. The price in the U.K will be £2.99 if you sign up on the web and £3.99 if you sign up on iOS or Android.

For people who don’t sign up, what changes? Nothing, you can still use the services with the targeted ads you see now.

YouTube has something similar and is a popular product.

Read more here:
https://about.fb.com/news/2025/09/facebook-and-instagram-to-offer-subscription-for-no-ads-in-the-uk/

12/01/2026

Who still has their old MP3 Player?

10/01/2026

We are aware that Outlook.com is currently experiencing a widespread outage, with over 90% of users reporting problems signing in or accessing their email.

This issue is on Microsoft’s side and is affecting Outlook.com, Hotmail, and Live email accounts globally. It is not related to your device, internet connection, or local email setup.

Microsoft have confirmed they are actively working on a fix, with the next service update scheduled for this afternoon.

We recommend:
•Not changing passwords or account settings
•Not removing and re-adding email accounts
•Waiting for Microsoft to complete their recovery process

02/01/2026

We hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year — we are now back open as usual.

If you are looking to upgrade your tech, we have laptops, PCs, monitors, accessories, antivirus and more available in store, along with our full repair and servicing team ready to help.

We also currently have a PS5 available for anyone still trying to get hold of one!

Pop into Holsworthy Computers and get your tech sorted for 2026.

02/01/2026

We are BACK! Doors are open at Bude, Holsworthy, Bideford & Okehampton!

Happy New Year everyone! We hope you all had a brilliant break. After a few days off, the teams at all four of our shops are back in today and ready to help you kick off 2026 with tech that actually works!

For the Kids (and Big Kids!): Did you score some Christmas cash? Come and check out our range of gadgets, gaming gear, and accessories. It’s the perfect time to level up your setup!

Post-Christmas Repairs: Is an iPad finally giving up the ghost? Whether it's a cracked screen or a slow start-up, bring it in and let us take a look.

Out with the Old: If Santa brought you an upgrade, don’t let your tech sit in a drawer. Bring your laptops, consoles, and phones in for a trade-in. Turn that clutter into cash or credit toward something new!

Pop in and see us today – we’re open in:

Bude 🌊

Holsworthy 🚜

Bideford ⚓

Okehampton 🌳

See you soon!