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The best remote working tech – and how to find your next freelance city
16 June, 2020
Get tips on the best remote working technology to help enhance your freelance life, or temporary working from home setup, from laptop stands to headphones.
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How to speed up your smartphone
18 January, 2019
Is your phone slower than it used to be? Is it taking longer to get the usual things done? Then give it a speed boost with our handy hints and tips.
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The best mobile apps and accessories for the cold
3 December, 2018
Find out which of these handy mobile apps and accessories will help you to stay toasty during the cold winter months
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Google Pie – what it means for me
8 August, 2018
All about Google’s latest version of Android, and some exciting features.We take a look at what's new, and when you can expect to see it on your smartphone.
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Our guide to your first Android smartphone
4 July, 2018
So, you’ve got your first Android smartphone, but you’re not sure how to make the most of it. Well, here are a few useful tips to get started with.
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6 awesome apps for kids
3 June, 2018
There’s a whole world of apps out there that are fun and educational – and parent-friendly, too. We’ve come up with a selection of some of the best.
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Take a break from social media with these apps
23 March, 2018
If you think you're wasting too much time on social media, help is at hand. Why not take a break with the help of these apps?
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7 magnificent movie apps
1 March, 2018
With the Oscars on the way, we thought we'd get you in the mood with seven of our favourite film apps for your phone or tablet.
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Snapchat tricks you didn't know about
16 February, 2018
We've got a handful of handy Snapchat tricks you didn't know about, to help you become a supreme Snapchatter...
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Plan the perfect Valentine's Day on your phone
13 February, 2018
Valentine's Day is almost upon us. Your phone is the perfect tool for planning the perfect day. Here are some apps that might help.
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Our apps of the year
21 December, 2017
We've rounded up our favourite apps of the year, across a selection of categories from gaming to finance. How many have you downloaded?
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8 great updates on your favourite apps
29 November, 2017
New features are being added to your favourite apps all the time. To make sure you don't miss out, here's our round-up of the best recent updates.
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Britain's favourite apps of 2016
17 May, 2017
The investigation into the nation's most used and favoured apps continues, with names like Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and YouTube standing out...
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The most popular apps of our time
27 April, 2017
With over 2.2 billion smartphone users worldwide, Carphone Warehouse and HTC wanted to find out which apps are the most popular
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5 apps for Bonfire Night
4 November, 2016
Take a closer look at the hottest apps to download in preparation for the 5th of November
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Could this new tech mean the end of apps?
6 June, 2016
Could the advancement of the likes of Siri, Google Now and Cortana mean that we won't have to use as many apps in the future? Very possibly
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Revolutionise note taking
19 May, 2016
Is it about time you ditched the note pad and pen, and embraced the world of technology? Here are our favourite apps to help you work smarter.
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Best password manager apps
5 May, 2016
Celebrate Password Day by staying safer online with a password manager app...
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Best free Samsung Gear VR apps and games
8 April, 2016
These are the best free Samsung Gear VR apps and games - we've hunted them down to save you the time and hassle.
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Snapchat's huge new upgrade
8 April, 2016
Snapchat's Chat 2.0 has bought a host of new features to the hugely popular messaging app. Find out about them all right here.
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What do the symbols on my screen mean?
28 March, 2018
Find out what all the symbols on your phone screen actually mean...
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How to find your SIM card number on Android
30 April, 2019
Finding your SIM number...
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How to find your PUK code
30 July, 2019
It can be frustrating if your phone's asking you for a 'PUK code' and you don't know...
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How to manually enter Vodafone APN settings
25 April, 2019
How to enter the Vodafone APN settings...
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How to move from an iPhone to a Samsung Galaxy
28 April, 2019
Here's how to transfer pictures, videos and other data to your new Samsung Galaxy....
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Removing stuck notifications on Android phones
30 July, 2019
It can be frustrating if notifications get stuck on your Home screen or lock screen,...
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How to fix a mobile internet connection
3 February, 2017
If you're having problems with your mobile internet connection, here are some tips...
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Virgin mobile APN Settings
30 July, 2019
If you're trying to access mobile internet or send multimedia messages on the Virgin...
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Fixing video problems on Samsung phones
29 July, 2019
If you see the message 'Can't Play Video' when you try and watch one from your Gallery,...
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O2 APN Settings
3 May, 2019
If you're trying to access mobile internet or send multimedia messages on the O2...