SIM Only Guides & Advice

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Before You Buy: 4G problems with Chinese phones

Before You Buy: 4G problems with Chinese smartphones

On: Wednesday, 24 May, 2017

Not all Chinese smartphones were created equal – for most people, top of the list of problems are issues with 4G compatibility. Still, many people are finding quality and value in the smartphone market by choosing to import Chinese ha...

PAC codes: Keep your number when changing networks

PAC codes: Keep your number when changing SIMs or networks

By: Samuel Newman

On: Tuesday, 23 May, 2017

If you’re switching between networks, or moving to another deal with the same network, you can keep your number by getting a PAC code. Switching between deals and networks when your contract ends is vital to getting the most value out of...

The five best Chinese Android smartphones in May 2017

The five best Chinese Android phones in May 2017

By: Tom Rodgers

On: Thursday, 18 May, 2017

Android phones don’t just extend to the latest Samsung, Sony, LG, HTC, Google Pixel or Google Nexus. The smart bet for money-savers is on the rise of 4G-ready China-made smartphones running the Android operating system. For anyone...

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Ransomware: Protect yourself from being a victim

By: TG Bamford

On: Tuesday, 16 May, 2017

A global ransomware attack infected hundreds of thousands of computers across 150 countries – so how can you possibly protect yourself? Latest: Windows have released a patch for Wanna Cry ransomware Ransomware refers to a malicious s...

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SIM Only tethering: Which networks can you use?

By: Samuel Newman

On: Tuesday, 16 May, 2017

If you’re coming over from contract phones you may be a little shocked by to find that most networks don’t allow SIM Only tethering at all. Decent public WiFi – even in the UK’s largest cities like Birmingham, Glasg...

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Using public WiFi: How to keep your data safe

By: Samuel Newman

On: Friday, 12 May, 2017

Public WiFi is everywhere – whether you’re riding a train or a tram, waiting at an airport or sitting at in cafe, there is no shortage of public hotspots that you can connect to. Using these hotspots is a great way to reduce your mo...

We need to talk about smartphone security

By: TG Bamford

On: Thursday, 11 May, 2017

Keeping your phone and data safe with tips and tricks to beat cybercriminals