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What To Do With a Broken Phone: Repair or Replace

Your smartphone is more than just a piece of tech—it’s your digital lifeline. So when it breaks, the decision can feel overwhelming. Should you repair it or replace it entirely?

5 Min Read
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Is AppleCare Good Value For Money?

When you’re spending hundreds on a new Apple device,you might consider paying for AppleCare. Let’s break down what you actually get from AppleCare, what it covers and how much it costs oh and whether it’s worth it!

5 Min Read
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What You Need To Know About The UK 3G Switch Off

In this guide we go through everything you need to know about the 3G switch off in the UK, how it could affect you and which UK network providers have already cut ties.

5 Min Read
Apple Intelligence

Is Apple Intelligence Worth It?

Apple Intelligence promises to make your devices smarter, but not everyone’s impressed - in this blog, we break down the features people actually use (and the ones they wish they could uninstall). If you’re wondering whether it’s worth the hype, we’ve got you covered.

6 Min Read
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How To Transfer an eSIM To A New Phone

Whether you’re switching to a new iPhone or moving between Apple and Android, transferring your eSIM doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to ensure you do it correctly.

5 Min Read
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Digital Declutter Statistics 2025: 69% of Brits Consider Themselves “Digital Hoarders”

Discover key digital clutter statistics, how Brits are managing their digital data, as well as their attitudes towards digital hoarding and decluttering.

10 Min Read
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A Reality Check On Online Cheating

Unfortunately, the digital age has made cheating harder to spot, but it doesn’t make it any less real. Over the past decade, the concept of what constitutes “cheating” has expanded to include a variety of behaviours that might not have been considered cheating a generation ago.

5 Min Read

Galaxy S Lineup Depreciation Trends

The Galaxy S25 marks the latest addition to Samsung’s flagship portfolio. In the lead-up to the launch of the S25, we analysed on-site trade-in prices of the past four generations of Galaxy S series (S21, S22, S23, and S24) to gain insights into how well these models retained their value during their first year on the market and what the first 12 months for the S25 might look like.

5 Min Read
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Tech Trends To Look Out For In 2025

As each year progresses, it seems as though AI and GenAI is being woven into our society creating more and more innovative tech advancements. From generated text, images, videos and even technology that works to detect cancer, you can expect AI to be able to create all types of content and task completion which is only to be improved on in 2025.

3 Min Read
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What Does A Sustainable Smartphone Look Like?

The environmental cost of our gadgets often go unnoticed. Mobile phones in particular contribute significantly to e-waste and resource depletion. But what if your next phone purchase could keep the planet in mind?

3 Min Read
Selection of three top tablets for kid 2024

Best Tablets For Kids 2024

When you have kids, it’s always quite handy to have some sort of gadget or activity to keep them entertained especially when travelling or just out and about. In this blog we share with you the best tablets for kids depending on age, ranging from Apple to Amazon.

3 Min Read
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5 Most Simple Mobile Phones in 2024

Whether you need a simple mobile phone for someone elderly in your family or a straightforward option for yourself, we’ve researched and listed five of the most simple mobile phones on the market in 2024.

5 Min Read
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5 Best Phones for Content Creators in 2024

Explore 5 best phones for content creators in 2024! Capture stunning visuals and elevate your content with cutting-edge technology and performance.

4 Min Read
The iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16

iPhone 16 Environmental Report Reviewed

It’s that time of year again where Apple share their progress towards their carbon neutral goal for 2030 through the milestones of their latest products. Keep reading to find out more and whether or not the iPhone 16 lineup has a better carbon footprint than its predecessors.

3 Min Read
Girl holding an iPhone.

How Long Will My iPhone Be Supported?

Now that the iPhone 16 has made its debut, many iPhone users are probably wondering - how long will my iPhone be supported? With every new iPhone release it means that there will be at least one older iPhone model that Apple drops support for. In this blog we walk you through what iPhones are supported by Apple and for how long.

3 Min Read
Google Pixel 9 series

Everything You Need To Know About Google’s New AI Camera Features

Discover how the newly released Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is transforming the smartphone landscape with impressive AI advancements, stunning design and unmatched practicality. Whether you’re passionate about photography or crave long-term software support, this device could be the game-changer you’ve been waiting for.

3 Min Read
Woman on her phone at work

Best Phone For Multitasking: Boost Your Productivity with These Top Picks

Being able to juggle multiple tasks is more important than ever when it comes to your mobile phone so finding the right one is a necessity. In this blog, we'll guide you through the top smartphones that are tailor-made for multitaskers.

3 Min Read
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Report: How Brits Approach Mobile Phone Privacy in 2024

We’ve surveyed 2,000 Brits to find out how people approach mobile phone privacy in 2024, from fears of personal data being breached to data-hungry apps.

12 Min Read
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Android or Apple: Which Phone Is Right for Me?

Choosing between an Android and an Apple smartphone is a significant decision, as it affects your user experience, app ecosystem, and overall satisfaction with your new phone. Let's breakdown what you should consider to pick the right phone for yourself.

5 Min Read
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Best Tablets For Students

For students tablets can be a great alternative to a laptop mainly due to the fact that it’s great for portability and usually does the same things as a traditional laptop. In this blog we’ve compiled a list of all the best tablets for students including their noteworthy features and their benefits.

3 Min Read
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Phone Theft: An Alarming Trend and How to Protect Yourself

Phone theft is becoming an alarming trend highlighting a growing epidemic where smartphone users are becoming prime targets for thieves and it seems as though the countermeasures to tackle this are pretty insufficient. Keep reading to find out what crucial steps you need to take if your phone is stolen and how to protect your personal information and data.

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