GIGASET debuts trio of smartphones

German company GIGASET has become a surprise entrant in the smartphone arena. At its press conference in Berlin on Tuesday it unveiled three new smartphones - the ME and ME Pure, both of which sport five inch screens and the larger ME Pro which boasts a 5.5inch screen. The German company, which is a huge…

World’s Top 5 most expensive smartphones

Many people are willing to invest in next-generation smartphones to keep up to date with the latest technology, but would you be prepared to pay almost £40 million?  The global average handset costs around £250 and some phones such as the iPhone 14 cost in the region of £800. However, whilst most people continue buying…
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Over half of British parents don’t restrict who kids talk to online

With children more connected than ever, a new study from Tesco Mobile and Internet Matters has revealed insights into the lack of current controls parents have in place to protect their kids. Over half (61%) admit to not having any rules about who their child communicates with online, while only a third (32%) have controls…

10 ways to keep your mobile phone safe at University

Mobile phones are a crucial part of everyday life for all of us, including students, providing a lifeline in terms of communication, entertainment, and also education. But, mobile theft is a real concern for students, with a recent Uswitch survey revealing more than half (56%) of Brits have lost or had a mobile phone stolen…

6 Hacks to Help You Free Up Storage on Your iPhone

Over time an iPhone’s storage can easily get filled up, with years’ worth of messages, images and different apps. To help clear space, we've got together with the experts at mobile phone retailer Fonehouse to reveal six tips and tricks that iPhone users may not be aware of.... Your iPhone may be full of things…

6 TikTok approved iPhone hacks you need to try in 2023

TikTok has had over 9 billion views for the hashtags #iphonehacks and #iphonehack, but which of these hacks are actually worth trying for yourself?  Catherine Hiley, Uswitch.com mobile expert, shares some of her favourite iPhone hacks from TikTok for 2023:  1. Identify plants with your iPhone camera If you are looking for an easy way…

How to combat April bill hikes – including energy and mobile phones

With numerous utility and tax bills set to rise in April, millions of consumers will be wondering how the increases will impact them, what support is available, and looking for ways to save money.  In conjunction with Which? we advise consumers on what hikes they can expect, and how they can reduce costs. 1. Energy…

Adults predict they go without their phone and TV for only 5 hours

Adults predict they could only go without their phone and TV for just five hours, while they could manage three days without a laptop or tablet. A study of 2,000 Brits found 71 per cent admitted they’d struggle to manage their life if they didn’t have access to the internet. And without a phone more…

9 must-try tips to improve your TikTok technique

Earlier this week TikTok revealed its 10 most viral videos of 2022. With this in mind, we take a closer look at the highest-ranking TikTok videos to identify some top tips to improve your TikTok technique... Of course, we know that TikTok is the social media app of choice for those wanting to express themselves…

8 Things We Miss Most About Our First Mobile Phone 

  Whether you had a fancy flip phone or an indestructible Nokia ‘brick’, some of these old phones - especially our first mobile phone - hold a special place in our hearts, with a recent Sky Mobile study showing three in five Brits still have their handsets of yesteryear. And although smartphones nowadays can pretty much…

What the experts say about the new Apple iPhone SE, iPad Air

Apple iPhone SE comes in three colours — (PRODUCT)RED, starlight, and midnight — and features the familiar Home button with Touch ID. Apple has unveiled new versions of its lower-end iPhone SE and iPad Air devices, incorporating the same processors as the top-end models. The iPhone SE will be on sale…