Nokia unveils new phone line-up
The IFA event is typically the time for some handset manufacturers to release new models, and this year, in Berlin, it has been the turn of Nokia. They have announced 5 new phones that either update existing models or fill a gap in their range. Starting at the low end, the Nokia 110 feature phone […]
Samsung Galaxy A80 – handset focus
According to Samsung the new Galaxy A80 is “… built for those who live their lives in the moment…”. Sounds good, but what does this means for the phone and you using it? Well the main difference you will notice about the A80, compared to most other phones, is the rotating selfie camera. This ingenious […]
What are eSIMs and how will they benefit me?
With the recent announcement that the new iPhone 11 models will include eSIM support, it only seems a matter of time before this technology will become commonplace. But what are eSIMs and how will their introduction impact you and your smartphone? An eSIM, or embedded SIM card, is an electronic version of the SIM card. […]
Backing up data from a Samsung Galaxy smartphone to a Google account
You can back up data using your Google account on your Samsung Galaxy device. Type of data backed up: App data, Calendar, Chrome, Contacts, Google Drive, Gmail, Google Fit, Google Play Movies, TV and Music, People details, Picasa Web Albums. The method of backing up to your Google account will differ slightly depending on which device you are using and your operating system, but […]
How to find the serial number, model number and IMEI for your Samsung device
All mobile devices have a unique identity that is made up of an IMEI number, serial number and model number. You may sometimes be asked for one or more of these, so it pays to know how to find them out quickly. Fortunately, all three pieces of information are usually accessible in the same place, […]
EE and Vodafone continue to lead the way in network performance
The 2019 Rootmetrics review of the performance of mobile operators across the UK has just been released for the first half of this year. EE remained top in UK-wide testing, winning or sharing all six awards for the fourth straight test period. They distanced itself from the competition in the call category. In the second […]
Camera specifications on the different S10 models
There are up to 3 rear and 2 front facing cameras on the 3 different S10 models. So, if the camera is one of the most important factors when you buy a new smartphone, it is worth knowing what the specifications of the camera setup are for each model. The front cameras on the Galaxy […]
10 ways to optimise and extend battery life on your Samsung Galaxy Smartphone
The battery life on your Samsung Galaxy Smartphone depends very much on how the battery is used. Different devices differ by battery life, so the expected battery life for your particular model can be found in the manual. You can check battery information such as how much time is left on your battery, switch to […]
Nokia 6.1 handset focus
The original Nokia 6 was launched was back in 2017 (a long time ago in the rapidly changing handset world!). While this was the first phone under the new Nokia brand licensed by HMD, the phone, in all honesty, was a bit underwhelming due to it using an older processor to power it. Fortunately, this […]
Changing the wallpaper on your Samsung Galaxy Smartphone
You can personalise your device by setting your own wallpaper. Your device includes a selection of wallpapers to choose from, or you can use one of the photos you’ve taken or downloaded. There are 2 ways you can do this, either from the Home screen or from the Gallery Setting wallpaper from the Home screen […]