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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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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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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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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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Tim Nicholson, Antonia Hristov from Compare and Recycle with Sarah O'Sullivan from Heart of Kent Hospice and little Shaun The Sheep character

Compare and Recycle Proud Sponsors of ‘Shaun the Sheep in the Heart of Kent’ Art Trail

Compare and Recycle will be an Official Sponsor of Shaun the Sheep in the Heart of Kent Art Trail coming to Maidstone in 2024! Find out exactly what the art trail is about and how you can get involved.

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Apple Environmental Report 2023: Does Apple Really Care About the Environment?

The report is rich in claims and achievements Apple is proud of, but there are a few essentials missing from their progress on the 2022 fiscal year and we decided to dig deeper to uncover the bad and the ugly when it comes to Apple’s environmental impact.

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iOS 17: A Major Upgrade

The iOS 17 features have been announced at the Apple WWDC event and it's safe to say, we're excited for these new features to become available for download this fall.

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Pro or Pass: The Impact Of iPhone Depreciation

We did what we do best - a comparison of first year depreciation rates of the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 series to predict what the first 12 months for the iPhone 15 lineup will be like. Read on to find out which iPhone 15 to pick to avoid faster depreciation.

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Apple's Progress On Sustainability Goals

In this blog, we look at Apple’s sustainability progress from 2023, looking at their achievements but also where they fell short. Has Apple created impactful sustainability changes or is this just another case of ‘going green’?

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The Ultimate Guide to Recycling Your Electronics

For some, recycling electronics can be confusing and challenging, which is understandable as there are still a few limitations. But fear not, this guide provides you with practical advice on how to recycle your electronic gadgets, reduce waste and minimise environmental impact while you're at it.

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Man scrolling on mobile phone

Unlocking Longevity: Secrets to Making Your Phone Last Longer

The cost of smartphones nowadays is quite extraordinary ranging anywhere from £300 to over £1600 for the flagship devices. So the big question is, how can we extend the lifespan of them and how can we begin to adopt sustainable smartphone use?

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Three people on their smartphones and ignoring each other

What Makes Us Addicted To Our Phones?

Ever wonder what’s luring you back onto your phone in the unholy hours of the night? Or feel like you could’ve sworn you heard a mysterious vibration, but no notification is to be seen? Well keep reading to uncover what is keeping you addicted to your phone…

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How to Free Up Storage on Your iPhone or Android

We all know that our phone storage is limited and sometimes it can fill up pretty quickly. This is a common issue when you want to take a photo or download a new app. But how do you free up storage on your iPhone or Android? We’ve put together a few tips for you.

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