Smartphones

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iPhone Xs vs Xs Max: what's the difference?

27 September, 2018

Apple has just unveiled two amazing new phones in the shape of iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max. What's the difference between the two? Let us explain.

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Five times your phone got you out of trouble

4 September, 2018

Your phone isn't just for staying in touch, and web browsing. It can also get you out of a tight spot. Here are five ways your can get you out of trouble.

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Which Samsung phone is for you?

3 September, 2018

Are you dreaming of a shiny new Samsung Galaxy handset? There have been some fantastic ones released in 2018, so let us help you decide.

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What to expect at IFA 2018

28 August, 2018

IFA 2018 is about to begin, and we're expecting some big phone launches from Sony, Huawei and more. Here's what we think will happen.

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Best smartphones for long battery life

2 August, 2018

We take a look at phones that boast a long battery life, including the Huawei P20 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S9+, and more

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6 things all new phone owners do

14 November, 2017

Here are six things that all new smartphone owners do. When you've got that new phone feeling, they're hard to resist.

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How to kick a bad smartphone habit

29 August, 2017

We take a look at how you can up your smartphone etiquette. Our top ten simple rules will quickly have you on the straight and narrow...

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Introducing Wileyfox at Carphone Warehouse

2 June, 2017

If you're in the market for a new Android smartphone, that's packed with features an comes with an affordable price tag, meet Wileyfox...

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Then vs now: What's changed in three years?

16 May, 2017

We take a quick look at three smartphone manufacturers, and how much things have changed in the past three years - 2015 v 2018...

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18 years of the camera phone

11 June, 2015

Today we're celebrating the coming of age of the camera phone, it's old enough to by itself a drink now. Here's a look at how far the technology has come.

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Crazy Smartphone Stress Tests

14 April, 2015

If you want to see people going to extreme lengths to test their new phones, you’re in luck. We've got the best crazy smartphone stress tests around.

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About us

1 March, 2015

The Lowdown is Carphone Warehouse's dedicated blog site, bringing you accurate and impartial technology news, reviews and advice...

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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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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 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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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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O2 APN Settings

3 May, 2019

If you're trying to access mobile internet or send multimedia messages on the O2...

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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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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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Everything you need to know about Android 10

15 November, 2019

Android 10 has officially been released and is available for download on a range...