WordPress

WordPress 6.6: Elevating Your Website Design and Performance

Chris Grant (he/him) July 17, 2024 0 Comments
WordPress continues to innovate and evolve, offering users greater control, flexibility, and design options with the release of WordPress 6.6. This latest version brings an array of new features and improvements. Here’s a detailed look at what WordPress 6.6 has to offer: Create and Deploy Beautiful Design Elements With WordPress 6.6, designing cohesive and visually appealing websites has never...
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WooCommerce 9.1: Accessibility enhancements, product lookup optimisations, checkout styling, and more

Chris Grant (he/him) July 11, 2024 0 Comments
WooCommerce has announced the release of version 9.1, packed with exciting features and enhancements. This update aims to streamline the shopping experience and improve store management, bringing several significant improvements and new functionalities. Enhanced Product Lookup Tables One of the standout features in WooCommerce 9.1 is the optimisation of product lookup tables. This feature,...
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Understanding the Trend of Rising in Hosting Prices: Our Responsible Approach for Small Businesses

Chris Grant (he/him) July 03, 2024 0 Comments
In recent weeks, many website hosting companies, including well-known names like Bluehost, have been compelled to increase their prices. This shift can largely be attributed to the escalating costs of energy and hardware. As global energy prices soar and the demand for more advanced hardware intensifies, hosting providers are left with little choice but to pass some of these costs onto their...
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Boost Your Website Speed with the Latest Elementor Update

Chris Grant (he/him) June 27, 2024 0 Comments
At O'Brien Media, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch, high-performing websites for our clients. As avid users of Elementor and Elementor Pro, we're excited to share some fantastic the latest update of Elementor is here, and it's packed with performance improvements that are giving our customers' websites a significant speed boost! Why Speed Matters Website speed is crucial for several...
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WooCommerce 9.0: Transforming Small Business E-commerce

Chris Grant (he/him) June 19, 2024 0 Comments
As a small business owner, staying competitive in the digital marketplace is essential. WooCommerce, a leading e-commerce platform, has just launched its latest version, WooCommerce 9.0, packed with features designed to enhance the shopping experience for both you and your customers. Enhancing the Checkout Experience The checkout process is critical for conversion rates, and WooCommerce 9.0...
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Ultimate Guide to WordPress Site Management in 2024

Chris Grant (he/him) May 23, 2024 0 Comments
Managing a WordPress site can seem daunting, but with the right strategies and tools, it can be a smooth and efficient process. This guide aims to provide you with comprehensive insights into WordPress site management, ensuring your site runs seamlessly and effectively. WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems (CMS) in the world, powering millions of websites. To make the...
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Take your site-building experience further with WordPress 6.5

Chris Grant (he/him) April 05, 2024 0 Comments
Take your site-building experience further with WordPress 6.5. Explore more avenues to make it your own, with new features and enhancements that will help fine-tune your creative work. Discover the latest additions to the developer experience, with fresh foundational tools poised to transform the future of blocks. Add and manage fonts across your site The new Font Library puts you in control of...
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Astra Theme Vulnerability Puts 1 Million+ WordPress Sites at Risk

Chris Grant (he/him) March 28, 2024 0 Comments
A Wake-Up Call for Website Owners Worldwide In a recent revelation that's sent shockwaves through the WordPress community, a significant security vulnerability has been discovered in the Astra theme, affecting over a million websites. This flaw not only exposes sites to potential attacks but also underscores the inherent risks associated with using popular pre-made themes. Understanding the...
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WooCommerce 8.7 has arrived!

Chris O'Brien March 27, 2024 0 Comments
WooCommerce 8.7 has arrived! This new version introduces a wide range of updates, including a rendering engine for printing order receipts, Product Collection block enhancements, an experimental additional fields API for checkout, and more. If you're an O'Brien Media customer with a WooCommerce site get in touch about an upgrade! Transform how you process high-risk payments Building a store in a...
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Why opt for a professionally designed WordPress website over website builders

Chris Grant (he/him) December 19, 2023 0 Comments
In today’s digital world, a robust online presence is essential for businesses of all sizes. While website builders like Wix offer a quick route to getting online, they come with limitations that can stymie your business’s long-term growth. At O'Brien Media, we champion professionally designed WordPress websites, and here are the reasons why. 1. Customisation and Flexibility Website Builders'...
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