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Incredible camera features on the Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

It was definitely a surprise to see Sony reveal the Xperia Z1 Compact so soon after the Z1, but it was even more surprising to see the Z1 Compact pack the same 20.7 megapixel camera as the Z1. But is the camera phone really that good? Z1 Compact camera:

Happy birthday, Facebook!

It’s hard to believe it’s been ten years since the world’s most popular social network was launched – although for many of us, our first contact with the blue-and-white procrastination engine would probably have been around 2006, when it opened its gates to the public and started spreading

Samsung Galaxy S5 vs S4 - Are new specs and features worth the cost?

As we inch closer and closer to a prospective release date for the Samsung Galaxy S5, the rumour mill is churning out hints left, right and centre. But taking a look at the differences between the new release and its S4 predecessor: is the Galaxy S5 worth the cost? S5

TouchWiz UI Features for the Samsung Galaxy S5

With new hardware often comes updated software, and in the case of the Samsung Galaxy S5 we aren’t expecting anything different. Samsung is expected to release its new TouchWiz user interface (UI) alongside the brand new Galaxy S5 flagship this spring with a host of new features, all being

Huawei Ascend Mate 2: 4G Speeds and Super-Sized Screens

Looking to grab a 4G phone that’s bigger than the average handset? Then the Huawei Ascend Mate 2 could be the perfect option for you. To help you out, we’re here to give you our Huawei Mate 2 review; explaining the key information and features of handset and

Pure Android S4? What's Different from the Samsung TouchWiz Design?

Samsung’s take on the Android operating system, in the form of the Samsung TouchWiz design, has been around for a few years now and is generally seen as a solid addition to Google’s underlying platform. However, it seems that some buyers are more interested in experiencing an undiluted

In 2015, should I buy a tablet or phablet?

With the ever increasing mobile phone screen sizes, it was no shock when some phones became tablet hybrids or even ‘phablets’. But it now begs the question, which would win the tablet or phablet battle, and which one should you buy [https://www.mobiles.co.uk/contract-phones]? It’s a

Why the Sony Xperia Z1 compact is better than the Xperia Z1

Often when a smaller version of a flagship mobile phone is released, we see a watered down version of what was a great handset, but it’s a different story with the Sony Xperia Z1 Compact. With that in mind, we’re here to tell you why you should invest

Why the Samsung Galaxy S5 will blow the iPhone 5s out of the water

The battle rages on between Samsung and Apple, and with every new smartphone release, the competition only gets tougher. The iPhone 5s blew critics away when it was launched alongside the iPhone 5c, but with the Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours already emerging, how long can it stay on top? Leaksters

Why the Nokia Lumia 1020 is the best camera smartphone on the market

Boasting a 41 megapixel (MP) camera it’s over twice as strong as its closest competitor on the phone market and shows just how good a smartphone’s camera can really be. Without a doubt the Lumia 1020 offers pictures which you simply would not be able to take with

UK 4G vs US 4G - Who's fastest?

People in the UK will probably have been eyeing their American counterparts jealously over the last few years, because the USA was one of the first countries to embrace 4G networking wholeheartedly long before this type of coverage was made available to British mobile users. 4G is still in its

Windows Phone 8 - Making Nokia Lumia More Than Just a Handset

**Nokia’s mastery of all things Windows Phone has not gone unnoticed, with its range of Lumia handsets selling well in recent months and users becoming familiar with this platform as an alternative of iOS and Android **. Microsoft makes sure that the Windows Phone 8 user experience is consistent across

4G tethering vs Wi-Fi. Which connection is fastest AND cheaper?

**Wi-Fi is one of the most uttered phrases in modern social engagements, since few people can be without this form of internet connectivity for extended periods **. We have become accustomed to being able to check email, browser sites, download apps and communicate with friends thanks to the ubiquity of Wi-Fi.

4G vs 5G - How Futureproof is 4G?

The 4G generation kicked off in the UK for just a few months ago and there is still only one network provider currently supporting this kind of coverage, so it may feel a little premature to start talking about what will come next. But many are debating which is best

Best Windows Phone devices with 4G internet

If you want to get your first taste of 4G connectivity, then you are not limited only to choosing either an Android or iPhone device, because Windows Phone has its share of compatible handsets currently on sale. Here we are going to look at the two best 4G Windows Phones

Best TV Streaming Apps for your Smartphone

Smartphones are great for catching up on your favourite TV shows when you are on the move, or when someone else is hogging the telly. With a wealth of different TV streaming apps available, you will be spoilt for choice. But which apps are worth downloading and which should you

Where was my Samsung Galaxy smartphone made?

**Samsung is one of the world’s largest companies and has helped to put South Korea on the map as one of the homes of cutting edge consumer technology. **Although the Samsung Galaxy S4 is two generations old, it still proves to be a popular device for Android fans all

Choices! Choices! What's the Best Music Streaming App?

When the iPod arrived and digital music downloads became mainstream, many people kicked CDs to the curb completely to focus on tracks they could store on their PC hard drive or their portable media player of choice. But Spotify and other online music streaming services have caused another shift in

Android KitKat 4.4 vs Jelly Bean 4.3

Some Android fans were no doubt disappointed to learn that the next full version of Google’s mobile operating system will still be part of the Jelly Bean era, with the 4.3 identifying tag applied to indicate that it is an incremental update rather than a complete revolution. Many

Where was my BlackBerry Made?

Our homes are filled with products that were produced in a variety of different locations across the world. Some items are simple enough to be produced in one location domestically and shipped out to customers. But when it comes to something as complicated as a smartphone, is it possible to

BlackBerry 11 OS. What's next for the BlackBerry OS?

The release of the new BlackBerry 11 OS earlier in 2013 marked a real turning point for this Canadian company. While it was previously lagging behind its rivals because its stale smartphone software, BB 10 has managed to put it back on the right track. This has given mobile buyers

Using your 4G mobile abroad. Avoid Data Roaming Costs on Holiday.

Domestic 4G coverage is gradually growing, but the availability of high speed mobile internet access abroad will vary. It depends not only on whether the country you are visiting has 4G networking on offer, but whether your network provider has struck a deal with a local carrier to reduce the

Smart Features of the Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

All eyes will be on Berlin next month for the IFA 2013 conference, during which a number of brand new smartphones will be officially announced and unveiled in front of a media audience for the first time. While plenty of hype has been generated by returning ranges like the Samsung

Apple iPhone 5c vs Samsung Galaxy S4 mini

The iPhone 5C is designed to put Samsung on the back foot, because until it was unveiled, Apple had never really attempted to cater to the more affordable end of the smartphone market. Sure, each year the older generation flagship iPhones got a bit cheaper, but this deliberately value-conscious approach

A Look at the Best 4G Windows Phones

If you want to get your first taste of 4G connectivity, then you are not limited only to choosing either an Android or iPhone device, because Windows Phone has its share of compatible handsets currently on sale. Here we are going to look at the two best 4G Windows Phones