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Google Assistant: A Closer Look

Google Assistant first appeared on the scene in 2016. Originally a part of the Google Home smart speaker, it made the leap to smartphones a few months later with the arrival of Google's first handsets, the Pixel and Pixel XL. The tech giant has been busy refining its

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Which HTC Handset Is Right For You?

Taiwanese giants HTC started life manufacturing notebook computers back in in 1997. By 1998, they had moved on to mobile phones, and quickly made a name for themselves on the tech scene. As Android pioneers, HTC created the world’s very first Android smartphone, the HTC Dream, in 2008. Other

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Sony Xperia XZ1 vs Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

Joining Sony's impressive Xperia series, the Sony Xperia XZ1 and the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact are packed with amazing features, including the ability to capture memories in jaw-dropping 3D. Can't decide between the XZ1 and the XZ1 Compact? You're in luck - we'

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The Best Phablets On The Market

Packed with innovative features, super-fast processors and eye-catching displays, Phablets are a fantastic choice for tech lovers who love massive-screen entertainment, immersive games or simply a larger canvas for tweeting, texting and browsing the web. Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ At a glance: 6.8-inch Full HD+

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Best Apps For Smarter Cycling

While one of the appeals of cycling is how refreshingly low-tech it is, there are few activities in this world that can’t be improved with an app or two. Many people find that recording, analysing and broadcasting their rides - with a little help from their smartphone - is a

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Android Oreo: A Closer Look

Following on from previous versions such as KitKat, Lollipop, Marshmallow and Nougat, Android have introduced their latest operating system upgrade, this time dubbed Oreo. Android operating systems are named after various sweet treats, chosen in ascending alphabetical order. Version 8.0 was the turn of 'O', and so

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Tech or Treat? Our Top 5 Halloween Apps

The spookiest night of the year is creeping around the corner. Yes, Halloween is almost here, heralding the arrival of spooks and ghouls, tricks and treats, and things that go bump in the night. To celebrate the eeriest evening of the year, online smartphone retailer, Mobiles.co.uk has compiled

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Which Spooky Smartphone Personality Are You?

To get into the Halloween spirit, we've created six spooky smartphone personas that everyone will recognise. Whether it’s The Where-Wolf who checks in everywhere they go, or The Gym Reaper who couldn’t possibly hit the gym without posting selfies on Instagram, everyone will know someone

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Top 5 Apps for Long-Distance Relationships

Long-distance relationships can be a challenge. With almost a quarter of people in long-distance relationships only seeing their partner once a month (22%) – and some just once a year (2%) – we’ve pulled together our top five free apps for you to try when you’re away from

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Google Pixel 2 vs Google Pixel 2 XL

Last year, Google brought something exciting to the Android scene – the cutting-edge Google Pixel, along with its bigger brother the Pixel XL. Almost a year later, and the tech giant is back with two new upgrades. Boasting the highest rated camera ever (DxOMark Mobile rating), both the Google Pixel

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10 Smartphone Myths Debunked

Trying your best to look after your smartphone can sometimes be easier said than done, especially when you spend time following rules that you don't really need to. In light of this, we uncover the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about the most common

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Face ID & Facial Recognition Explained

With the launch of iPhone X as part of iPhone's 10th anniversary [https://www.mobiles.co.uk/blog/happy-10th-birthday-iphone/], facial recognition technology has been thrown into the spotlight. As one of the signature features of Apple’s new premium device, it hasn't failed

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Introducing Samsung Galaxy Note 8

Tech giant Samsung has finally released its new flagship phablet - the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 - and as expected, this super-sized, super-powered smartphone is packed with impressive features. Ready to share the crown as one of the finest phones on the market, we take a look to see what

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Introducing iPhone X

With 2017 marking the iPhone's ten-year anniversary [https://www.mobiles.co.uk/blog/happy-10th-birthday-iphone/], something huge was always on the cards for Apple's keynote event. Never one to disappoint, Tim Cook announced the arrival of the premium iPhone X - the stunning flagship

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Introducing iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus

The wait is over - the newest generation of iPhone has finally arrived. Unveiled at this year's Apple event, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus were announced alongside iPhone X as part of Apple's 10th anniversary [https://www.mobiles.co.uk/blog/happy-10th-birthday-iphone/]. Boasting a

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The benefits of choosing a SIM-free phone

If you're looking for a new mobile, there's two main ways to get some new tech in your pocket... You can purchase a contract and pay off your handset monthly, or buy your phone upront without a SIM included. This is referred to as a SIM-

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Mobile payments explained

Technology is always giving us new ways to spend our cash, and smartphone payments are the latest way to make paying for stuff easier. Services like Samsung Pay and Apple Pay mean you can buy items with your phone without even opening your wallet. But what is Apple Pay, and

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Huawei P10 vs Huawei P10 Plus

Storming into the UK smartphone market just a couple of years ago, Chinese tech manufacturer Huawei have made a big impact, offering users fast tech with loads of features, all with an affordable pricetag. One of their most recent models is the P10, joined by its bigger brother, the P10

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Smartphone jargon explained

Deciding which smartphone you want in your pocket can be tricky enough, before you discover the long list of technical specifications that accompany each product page. Whether you're struggling to understand the difference between RAM and ROM, or unsure what type of processor will best suit your needs,

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Happy 10th Birthday, iPhone

It’s an unbelievable ten years since Apple first released its ground-shattering, industry-defining mobile phone, the iPhone [https://www.mobiles.co.uk/apple-phones]. Aside from making us all feel a little bit old, this important occasion is a great opportunity to look back on what is now

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The Best Smartphones for Students

If you’re heading back to campus this autumn, there's every chance you're considering your upgrade options. This is probably in anticipation of ordering your new term texts from Amazon, chilling out with Netflix in bed on those slightly hungover mornings, or maybe even Instagramming your

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Using your smartphone to get a better night's sleep

Sleep is important, and not getting enough can really have a negative impact on the body, both mentally and physically. There's nothing worse than having to face the day after a restless night, and those who continuously struggle with sleep will know how frustrating that can be. Smartphones

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Top 100 checked-in Facebook destinations

Checking-in on Facebook is the 21st century equivalent of the humble postcard. Let everyone know where you are, what you're up to, and how much fun you're having while they're at home at work. With so much holiday data flying around on social

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The Language of 'Text Talk'

Mobile technology has changed the way we communicate forever, allowing us to contact friends, family and brands in completely different ways. With the whole process of staying in touch now much faster, easier and cheaper for many, it’s no surprise that people now send an estimated 1.07 billion

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Top 10 Smartphone Uses

Did you know that we are now more than twice as likely to send a text than make a phone call from our smartphone? Earlier this year we asked 2,017 smartphone owners in the UK about their most-used handset features and apps, calling habits, and average time spent