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Apple Have Changed iPhone Battery Capacity And It’s For The Better

Naturally, batteries degrade overtime but by monitoring it and doing the right things to maintain it, you can prolong your battery health. The new iPhone 15 series introduces some new advanced features, changing how they measure battery health and all the things that affect battery health on an iPhone.

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Four popular smartwatches; Fitbit, Samsung, Google, Apple

Smartwatches On The Rise: Should You Buy One

There’s no doubt that smartwatches are a popular accessory, with over 208 million units expected to be shipped by 2028, there is definitely a demand for this little accessory. So what is it that entices us to continue to buy them and what is it that we rely so heavily on?

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Understanding 5G On Your iPhone

5G is an exciting technological advancement for your iPhone, but as 5G has only recently been installed across the UK compared to previous generations, you might want to learn more about how it works on your iPhone so you can make the most of it.

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E-waste recycling centre

E-Waste Facts: How To Reduce Your Impact

When it comes to the topic of e-waste, there are so many misconceptions. From people thinking that it’s an issue well beyond their control, to believing the sole responsibility should be taken on by major tech companies. Keep reading to learn how you can reduce your impact and find out some key facts about e-waste.

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Tim Nicholson, Antonia Hristov from Compare and Recycle with Sarah O'Sullivan from Heart of Kent Hospice and little Shaun The Sheep character

Compare and Recycle Proud Sponsors of ‘Shaun the Sheep in the Heart of Kent’ Art Trail

Compare and Recycle will be an Official Sponsor of Shaun the Sheep in the Heart of Kent Art Trail coming to Maidstone in 2024! Find out exactly what the art trail is about and how you can get involved.

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Apple Environmental Report 2023: Does Apple Really Care About the Environment?

The report is rich in claims and achievements Apple is proud of, but there are a few essentials missing from their progress on the 2022 fiscal year and we decided to dig deeper to uncover the bad and the ugly when it comes to Apple’s environmental impact.

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Combination of iOS 17 features

iOS 17: A Major Upgrade

The iOS 17 features have been announced at the Apple WWDC event and it's safe to say, we're excited for these new features to become available for download this fall.

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man panicking about iphone depreciation

Pro or Pass: The Impact Of iPhone Depreciation

We did what we do best - a comparison of first year depreciation rates of the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 series to predict what the first 12 months for the iPhone 15 lineup will be like. Read on to find out which iPhone 15 to pick to avoid faster depreciation.

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The Apple green leaf logo for Earth Day

Apple's Progress On Sustainability Goals

In this blog, we look at Apple’s sustainability progress from 2023, looking at their achievements but also where they fell short. Has Apple created impactful sustainability changes or is this just another case of ‘going green’?

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Three people on their smartphones and ignoring each other

What Makes Us Addicted To Our Phones?

Ever wonder what’s luring you back onto your phone in the unholy hours of the night? Or feel like you could’ve sworn you heard a mysterious vibration, but no notification is to be seen? Well keep reading to uncover what is keeping you addicted to your phone…

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yellow galaxy s24, violet galaxy s24 plus and grey galaxy s24 ultra sliding in from the top

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Series: The iPhone Of Android But Better

The much-anticipated Galaxy S24 series is here and Samsung have upped their game especially when their competitors Apple and Google came in strong with new AI features and changes to design materials in 2023. It's safe to suggest these new features make the Galaxy S24 series the iPhone of Android.

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iPhone 15 Environmental Report

iPhone 15 Environmental Report Reviewed

Once again we have reviewed Apple's iPhone 15 lineup Environmental Reports in order to see whether the iPhones are more eco-friendly.

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Christmas tree recycling 2024

Christmas Tree Recycling With Heart Of Kent Hospice

Just like our old phones can be recycled and used for parts to make other phones, Christmas trees can be recycled too! Compare and Recycle are proudly in partnership with Heart Of Kent Hospice to support those experiencing terminal illnesses or going through bereavement by joining their real Christmas tree recycling initiative.

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Shaun The Sheep Art Trail: Behind the Scenes Interview with the Artist

If you caught up on our last blog, you will already know that we will be supporting Heart Of Kent Hospice by sponsoring the Shaun the Sheep sculpture in Maidstone in the summer of 2024! We are excited to join other local communities and businesses in supporting the cause and be part of this fantastic art trail running for the second time in Maidstone.

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Man on phone ignoring girlfriend

What's Phubbing And How It Affects Relationships

Ever been in a situation where you're pouring your heart out to someone, only to realise they're more interested in their mobile phone than having a conversation? Well, you may have experienced a classic case of ‘phubbing’. In this blog we dive into this digital dilemma and explore how our need to swipe, scroll, and double-tap is sabotaging our human interactions and how we can stop it from ruining our relationships.

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The UK's Top 10 Most Gadget-Conscious Cities 2023

It’s that time of year again when we celebrate Global Recycling Day 2023 by revealing the UK’s Top 10 most gadget-conscious cities! Using our trade-in data, Compare and Recycle list which areas in the UK have recycled the most tech.

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Google Photomoji Messages - image courtesy of Google

What Is Google Photomoji And How To Use It

Are you a Google mobile phone user and want to find out what the news Photomoji feature is? Well, you're in the right place! Google has officially rolled out Photomoji within the Messages app and it essentially allows users to create reactions and stickers from actual images. Google claims that it will transform your messaging experience and some say that it even resembles the like of iMessage and popular iPhone features. If you want to learn more about how you can start using it, keep reading!

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Image of empty plastic bottles

How Plastic In Phones Is Tackled By Industry Giants

The question we always find ourselves asking is whether major mobile phone brands are doing enough to become sustainable and eco-friendly. Plastic has been a growing concern over the last decade, as we see technology advance, but sustainability initiatives are still catching up. So, what has changed and will the tech industry ever become plastic free?

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Image of the announcement of the new Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro smartphones

Google Pixel 8 Duo: Never Take a Bad Picture Again With The Help Of AI

Google gives us a glimpse into their AI plans as they integrate impressive features within their latest smartphone and wearable releases at the annual Made By Google 2023 Event: Pixel 8, 8 Pro and the Google Pixel Watch 2.

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Closeup of a mobile phone held by a child's hand

15 Measures to Protect Children Online

There are 15 standards that apps need to adhere to, the ICO provide detailed information, but here’s a bitesize summary, that outlines the key points to each.

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Samsung Unpacked Event 2023: Will You Join The Flip Side?

Find out what was announced at the Samsung Unpacked Event 2023 that was held in Samsung's home city of Seoul, South Korea on the 26th July.

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