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How To Have A Healthy Relationship With Social Media

With technology advancing more and more everyday, we as a society have grown reliant on them over time. Social media is one of the things that keeps us hooked on our mobile phones for hours on end and it's becoming even more important that we learn to develop a healthy relationship with social media. Research suggests that social media can negatively impact our mental health, which is why in this blog we share some of our tips for developing a healthy relationship with social media.

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The iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16

iPhone 16 Environmental Report Reviewed

It’s that time of year again where Apple share their progress towards their carbon neutral goal for 2030 through the milestones of their latest products. Keep reading to find out more and whether or not the iPhone 16 lineup has a better carbon footprint than its predecessors.

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Apple iOS 18 WWDC24

What Will iOS 18 Be Like

Find out what all the new features are for the iOS 18 release. We've summarised all the AI updates, sharing everything you need to know about the new software available for your iPhone.

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How To Prepare My iPad For Sale

Want to know how to prepare your iPad for sale? Here’s a step-by-step guide that will help you clear your iPad of all your data so it doesn’t get in the wrong hands.

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Girl holding an iPhone.

How Long Will My iPhone Be Supported?

Now that the iPhone 16 has made its debut, many iPhone users are probably wondering - how long will my iPhone be supported? With every new iPhone release it means that there will be at least one older iPhone model that Apple drops support for. In this blog we walk you through what iPhones are supported by Apple and for how long.

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Google Pixel 9 series

Everything You Need To Know About Google’s New AI Camera Features

Discover how the newly released Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is transforming the smartphone landscape with impressive AI advancements, stunning design and unmatched practicality. Whether you’re passionate about photography or crave long-term software support, this device could be the game-changer you’ve been waiting for.

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The Latest Samsung Products You Should Know About

Samsung has always been one of the main contributors when it comes to innovation. Ranging from smart rings to improved foldable phones, we’ve provided all the information of what you can expect from Samsung this year.

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Over The Past 10 Years, Brits Wasted £17.5 Billion When Upgrading Phones!

Whether it be the release of the latest iPhone or during seasonal sales that tempts you to buy a new phone, many of us rush to seek the latest tech gadgets despite not having a reason to replace the one we already own. But, what’s the aftermath of this and how many of our old mobile phones get left behind despite having quite a bit of life left in them still? Compare and Recycle, in collaboration with YouGov, conducted a recent survey revealing that a staggering £17.5 billion was lost by Brits over the past decade when upgrading their mobile phones.

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Best Phone For Multitasking: Boost Your Productivity with These Top Picks

Being able to juggle multiple tasks is more important than ever when it comes to your mobile phone so finding the right one is a necessity. In this blog, we'll guide you through the top smartphones that are tailor-made for multitaskers.

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Year in Review: The Most Recycled Phones of 2023

Welcome to Compare and Recycle’s Year in Review! Every year thousands of phones get recycled through our comparison, and as the new year kicked off, we decided to wrap up the numbers to share the most impressive highlights and reveal the UK’s most recycled phone of 2023. Keep reading to find out which phones made the list!

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Best Tablets For Students

For students tablets can be a great alternative to a laptop mainly due to the fact that it’s great for portability and usually does the same things as a traditional laptop. In this blog we’ve compiled a list of all the best tablets for students including their noteworthy features and their benefits.

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Man preparing to steal from a woman

Phone Theft: An Alarming Trend and How to Protect Yourself

Phone theft is becoming an alarming trend highlighting a growing epidemic where smartphone users are becoming prime targets for thieves and it seems as though the countermeasures to tackle this are pretty insufficient. Keep reading to find out what crucial steps you need to take if your phone is stolen and how to protect your personal information and data.

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Dark Grey Nothing Phone 2

The Nothing Phone 2: Is It Worth Buying

In the not so eco-friendly world of smartphones, the Nothing Phone 2 has entered the chat with its distinctive reputation and impressive specifications. In this blog, we’ll delve into its specifications, design enhancements, and availability in the UK, helping you decide if it’s worth your money.

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Best Android Phones For Students

As a student, it can be overwhelming when looking to buy all your tech gadgets for your studies, especially when you don’t know which features to look out for. This blog provides all the information on the best Androids out there specifically beneficial for students preparing for study.

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Apple Have Changed iPhone Battery Capacity And It’s For The Better

Naturally, batteries degrade overtime but by monitoring it and doing the right things to maintain it, you can prolong your battery health. The new iPhone 15 series introduces some new advanced features, changing how they measure battery health and all the things that affect battery health on an iPhone.

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Best iPhones For Students

Are you a student looking for your next smartphone but not sure which features to look out for? This blog provides all the information on the best iPhones out there specifically beneficial for students.

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Do Mobile Phone Numbers Get Recycled

Ever wondered what happens to your old phone number when you change your phone or sim card? Most of us think that our old 11-digit number just stops working, but that’s not the case especially when UK mobile phone networks are under pressure to create new numbers. Keep reading to find out what the process is when we change our number.

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Smartwatches On The Rise: Should You Buy One

There’s no doubt that smartwatches are a popular accessory, with over 208 million units expected to be shipped by 2028, there is definitely a demand for this little accessory. So what is it that entices us to continue to buy them and what is it that we rely so heavily on?

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Understanding 5G On Your iPhone

5G is an exciting technological advancement for your iPhone, but as 5G has only recently been installed across the UK compared to previous generations, you might want to learn more about how it works on your iPhone so you can make the most of it.

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How To Recycle My iPad

This guide will help you find out more about how you can recycle your iPad, from factory resetting it to choosing the best option for parting ways with your device.

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E-waste recycling centre

E-Waste Facts: How To Reduce Your Impact

When it comes to the topic of e-waste, there are so many misconceptions. From people thinking that it’s an issue well beyond their control, to believing the sole responsibility should be taken on by major tech companies. Keep reading to learn how you can reduce your impact and find out some key facts about e-waste.

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