On April 15, 2025, WordPress introduced its latest update: WordPress 6.8 “Cecil”, bringing with it a host of new features, performance enhancements, and accessibility improvements aimed at making the web more inclusive and dynamic for everyone.
WordPress itself has a good track record when it comes to security — especially in the core software. But its real power lies in its flexibility, with over 60,000 plugins and thousands of themes. That’s where the risk lies.
Discover why having a dedicated website is essential for business success in 2025. Learn how a professional website builds trust, boosts SEO, and gives you full control—beyond just social media.
Today we’re diving into the not-so-mysterious world of SEO and how it boosts businesses like builders and gardening businesses. Have you ever wondered how your competitor is raking in customers while you’re waiting for the phone to ring?
If you’re regularly disavowing links as part of your SEO maintenance checklist – Google says you might be wasting your time.
As the days grow longer and the air fills with birdsong, it’s clear that spring has arrived—a crucial time for our wild birds. Nesting season is one of the busiest and most vulnerable periods for birdlife across the UK.
At O’Brien Media, we specialise in building websites that not only look fantastic but also empower our clients to take control of their online presence. For most of the websites we create for small businesses, we use WordPress combined with the powerful Elementor visual editor.
AI is everywhere these days—from powering the apps we use daily to transforming how businesses operate behind the scenes. At O’Brien Media, we’ve embraced AI not as a buzzword or a replacement for creativity, but as a powerful tool to support our work and enhance the services we provide to our clients.
Emojis are a fun and expressive way to communicate, but what happens when they stop showing up in your Android text messages? Whether you’re seeing blank boxes or
If you’re a parent whose child uses an Android device, you may have noticed something new when they make purchases in their apps. Google has introduced what they call alternative billing systems for in-app purchases on Google Play. But what does that actually mean? And how does it affect you and your family?
For us, treating customers fairly isn’t just a policy. It’s how we do business. It’s part of why we’ve got so many long-standing clients and great feedback from businesses across Swindon and beyond.
In the competitive world of Amazon UK, pricing strategies can significantly impact a seller’s success. A common tactic is charm pricing—setting prices just below a round number, such as £19.99 instead of £20. While this approach traditionally appeals to consumers by making prices seem lower, it may inadvertently hinder sales due to Amazon’s delivery policies and consumer purchasing behaviours.
Announced on 13th March, the rollout is expected to take around two weeks to complete. As with previous core updates, this one brings broad changes aimed at improving how Google assesses content to provide users with the most helpful and relevant results.
