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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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Unveiling WordPress 6.4 “Shirley”: The Latest WordPress Release

Chris Grant (he/him) November 08, 2023 0 Comments
Your digital landscape is about to get a significant upgrade with the introduction of WordPress 6.4 "Shirley," the latest and most intuitive WordPress release. At O'Brien Media, where innovation meets expertise, we are excited to guide you through the new features that are set to revolutionize your website's performance. What's New with WordPress 6.4 "Shirley"? Named in honour of Shirley...
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Toolset 1.6.9: Enhancements for Integration with WordPress 6.4

Chris Grant (he/him) November 07, 2023 0 Comments
WordPress 6.4 is being released today with new features and improvements. A plugin used on a lot of websites we create, called Toolset, needs an update to version 1.6.9 to ensure compatibility with this latest version of WordPress. If you use Toolset Blocks or Toolset Forms, this update is essential to ensure your website works well with WordPress 6.4.Here’s what else you can expect: Updates...
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Why O’Brien Media Still Champions the Classic WordPress Editor

Chris Grant (he/him) October 22, 2023 0 Comments
In the ever-evolving world of web development, choices abound. One such choice that has garnered attention in recent years is the selection between WordPress's Classic Editor and the newer Gutenberg Block Editor. At O'Brien Media, we've made a conscious decision to stick with the Classic Editor for our website design and development projects. Here's why: 1. Simplicity and Familiarity The Classic...
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WordPress 6.2.2: A Critical Update for Your Website’s Security and Functionality

Chris Grant (he/him) July 28, 2023 0 Comments
The WordPress community is buzzing with excitement as the latest version, WordPress 6.2.2, was unveiled on May 20th, 2023. While not a monumental update, it packs a significant punch when it comes to security enhancements and bug fixes. In this article, we'll explore the key changes in this release, why it's crucial to stay updated, and how you can ensure plugin and theme compatibility without...
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Gutenberg vs. Classic Editor: A Battle of WordPress Editing Tools

Chris Grant (he/him) June 08, 2023 0 Comments
In the ever-evolving world of WordPress, the introduction of the Gutenberg editor in 2018 marked a significant shift in content creation. With its block-based approach, Gutenberg aimed to simplify and enhance the editing experience for WordPress users. However, the familiar Classic Editor still remains a popular choice for many. In this blog post, we delve into the battle between Gutenberg and...
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WordPress Update Causing Sites to Break, 6.2.1 Released to Fix The Issue

Chris O'Brien May 22, 2023 0 Comments
A recent WordPress security update featuring multiple security fixes is also causing some sites to stop functioning. The update removed a key functionality that caused numerous plugins to stop working on sites that use the WordPress blocks system. Affected plugins ranged from forms to sliders to breadcrumbs. WordPress released an update late on Friday to address the flawed security patch....
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Why Keeping Your Website Up-to-Date is Crucial for Business Success

Chris Grant (he/him) April 06, 2023 0 Comments
In today's digital age, having a website is no longer enough to succeed in the online world. It's essential to keep your website up to date to stay ahead of the competition and reach your target customers. In this blog post, we'll discuss the importance of keeping your website up to date in terms of software and plugin updates and new content for pages and blogs. Software and Plugin Updates The...
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Enhance Your Website with WordPress 6.2: New Features and Enhancements

Chris Grant (he/him) April 03, 2023 0 Comments
At O'Brien Media, we pride ourselves on being WordPress experts. That's why we're excited to share the news about the latest version of WordPress: version 6.2. This update comes with many new features and enhancements that improve the performance, security, and usability of the popular CMS. Let's take a closer look at what's new. Improved Block Editor (Gutenberg) The Block Editor (also known as...
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