Category: Smartphones
How to save money on your gadgets in tough times
You can save much-needed cash ahead of Christmas by buying refurbished instead of new. Tech Digest reports... First the bad news. Times are tough and, as we head towards the festive season, they certainly aren’t going to get any easier. Inflation continues to rise (it’s now at 11.1% in the UK) and wages – both…
Tesco launches £79 IMO Mobile smartphone
Chinese mobile phone company Verve Connect has launched its IMO Mobile brand in the UK, starting with a brand-new £80 smartphone. Called the IMO Q5, the new addition offers 'sleek design and amazing features' at an affordable price without compromising on quality, claims the manufacturer. The IMO Q5 Midnight Blue boasts a modern design alongside…
PAYG expected to fall by up to 75%, Uswitch research shows.
● The number of pay-monthly contracts will increase by a quarter over the next decade, reaching an average of 82.3 million customers ● Pay As You Go (PAYG) subscriptions are set to fall by three quarters, having only 5.33 million customers by 2032 ● In 2023, the number of pay monthly customers is likely to…
Xiaomi announces 12T Flagship Series from £499
Xiaomi 12T Pro. Image: Xiaomi Xiaomi today unveiled its latest flagship smartphone range to international markets - the Xiaomi 12T Series - comprising Xiaomi 12T Pro and Xiaomi 12T models. Both Xiaomi 12T Series flagships boast pro-grade cameras, claims the manufacturer. Featuring a pro-grade 200MP imaging system and Xiaomi's own advanced…
Refurbished Mobile Phones: 4 Buying Tips From Tech Gurus
If you're in the market for a new mobile phone, you may be considering buying a refurbished model. Refurbished phones can be a great way to get a high-quality phone at a fraction of the price of a new one. But before you buy, there are some things you need to know. In this blog…
Panasonic introduces police/military smartphone, TOUGHBOOK N1 Tactical
Panasonic today introduced the TOUGHBOOK N1 Tactical, a variant of its rugged Android handheld device, designed for use by the military or public safety officers such as the police. These tactical teams and special operators require the most reliable devices for mission planning, situational awareness (SA) and mission execution. The TOUGHBOOK N1 Tactical, is a…
OPPO launches Reno8 series for Europe at Paris event
Chinese smart device brand OPPO today has announced the launch of the new Reno8 series in Europe. During its in-person launch event in Paris, OPPO also revealed the OPPO Pad Air, as well as new IoT products for select European markets. Since entering Europe in 2018, OPPO has become a top-four smartphone brand in the…
Half of Brits not prepared for roaming charges, claims survey
Despite the summer holidays being in full swing, the UK’s cost-of-living crisis has led to Brits cutting back on holidays in a bid to save money. According to new research by iD Mobile, the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) from Currys, a third (30%) of adults aren’t planning a trip abroad this year, with nearly…
O2 launches Switch Up to allow customers to swap mobile phones
Mobile phone operator O2, now part of Virgin Media O2, is to allow some new and existing customers to switch their phone for a new one whenever they like during their contract. From Thursday, the O2 Switch Up option will be automatically included with all the firm’s Plus Plans, or can be added to other custom…
Over 50% adults wouldn’t survive in online world today, claims report
EE has joined forces with the creators of the Beano comic to educate adults about the dangers of the online world in order to help their children New research commissioned by EE has found that over half (52%) of parents admit that they would not be able to survive the online…
