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How to Turn Your Home Into a Smart Home
Imagine being able to control almost every element of your home, from lights and locks to heating and music, directly from your smartphone. It's something that still feels futuristic for many, but the technology is already here (and in homes across the UK). To transform your home into a smart…
The Best Apps for Businesses
Smartphones are fantastic for entertainment, but they're also the perfect companion in the workplace too. Whether you're running your own business, managing a team or simply hard at work at your desk, having a powerful handset packed with useful apps is sure to make your day run without a hitch.…
When Will We See Longer-Lasting Smartphone Batteries?
With phones becoming more high-tech with every release, today's handset batteries have a lot to cope with. Next-generation features, like advanced HD displays, Augmented Reality applications and incredible cameras, are fantastic news for tech fans, but with them comes an increasing need for power. The problem for smartphone manufacturers is…
How To Shoot Amazing Videos On Your Smartphone
With incredible cameras being built into the latest smartphones, budding filmmakers no longer need to splash out on a professional DSLR to shoot high-quality videos. Even professional filmmakers such as Steven Soderbergh are reaching for their mobiles, with his recent thriller Unsane being shot entirely on an iPhone 7 Plus.…
A Guide to Screen Mirroring (How To Play Mobile Content on Your TV)
Ever wondered how people control Netflix from their smartphone, or show holiday photos from their handset on the TV? It's all down to screen mirroring. Discover what it is, and the most popular gadgets that enable you to make the most out of this smart tech feature, below. What is…
Using Data Abroad (Mobile Roaming Explained)
Heading overseas, but not entirely sure about the ins and outs of roaming? Whether you're on O2, EE, Vodafone or iD Mobile, you'll find all the details right here. What is data roaming? So what exactly is the difference between using your regular data and data roaming? Data is used…
What are Google Chrome extensions? (And which ones should you download?)
If you're a big Google Chrome user, you should be taking advantage of Google Chrome extensions. No idea what they are? We take a closer look to give you the lowdown, and improve your internet browsing experience. What are Google Chrome extensions? Think of Google Chrome extensions as add-ons, which…
How To Factory Reset Your iPhone or Android Phone
Need to factory reset your phone, but not sure how to do it? Whether you’re an Android or iOS user, it only takes a few simple steps to complete the process. Why Should I Factory Reset My Smartphone? As the term suggests, a factory reset will restore your device…
How To Revive Your Phone After A Dip In The Snow
This winter weather can be loads of fun, but what is decidedly less fun is seeing your smartphone slide out of your pocket during a snowball fight, and watching as it plunges into a cloud of frosty flakes. The cold weather is known to cause issues with battery power, but…
How to Back Up Your iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch
If you're considering upgrading your existing iPhone to a newer model like the iPhone 8 or iPhone X, or don't want to run the risk of losing your favourite photos and personal files if your current device is lost, stolen or damaged, then creating a backup is a must. Of…
Ultimate Smartphone Features
With technology forever evolving and used daily worldwide, what the future holds isn’t just in the inventor’s hands, but determined by the people that use it too – the consumers. This is especially relevant in the designing of new smartphones, with consumer-demand for specific features, driving forward technological advancements.…