📖 Guides

Guides & tips

Tips and advice for getting the most from your tech.

Insurance
Gadget Insurance: Do You Actually Need It?
Gadget insurance is worth every penny for some phones and a slow waste of money for others. Here is an honest look at when it makes sense and when it does not.
22 July 2026
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Travel SIM
How Much Data Do I Need For A Week In France?
A realistic week in France runs 3-5GB for most travellers, more if you stream or video-call home daily. Here is how to work out your own total before you go.
22 July 2026
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SIM Plans
Asda Mobile vs Honest Mobile: Coverage, Price and Which To Choose
Both now sit on the same merged VodafoneThree network, but the pricing, values, and customer experience are genuinely different.
22 July 2026
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SIM Plans
Lebara vs 1pMobile: Which SIM Only Deal Is Actually Cheaper?
Real current pricing across both networks shows 1pMobile winning on mid-tier data, while Lebara has the edge on 12-month commitments and international calling.
22 July 2026
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Comparisons
iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 15 Plus: Is Upgrading Two Generations Worth It?
The same generation, but genuinely different phones — camera system, chip, and build quality all diverge more than the names suggest.
22 July 2026
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SIM Plans
VOXI vs O2: Coverage, Price and Which To Choose
VOXI runs on the newly-merged VodafoneThree network, not O2's. Here's what that actually means for coverage, price, and which one suits you.
22 July 2026
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Selling Tips
Can I Use Three Abroad Without Roaming Charges?
It depends on your plan type and when you joined — here's exactly how Three's Go Roam works and when you'll actually pay a daily charge.
22 July 2026
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Contracts
How Do I Cancel My Honest Mobile Contract?
The exact steps to cancel a Honest Mobile plan, whether you're switching provider and keeping your number, or ending the contract outright.
21 July 2026
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Buying Tips
Is The iPhone 16 Worth Buying Refurbished In 2026?
Real current refurbished pricing for the iPhone 16 across storage tiers and condition grades, and whether it still stacks up in 2026.
21 July 2026
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Selling Tips
What's The iPhone 17 Pro Actually Worth For Trade-In Right Now?
Real current trade-in pricing for the iPhone 17 Pro across all storage tiers, and what actually moves the number you'll be offered.
21 July 2026
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Selling Tips
How Much Is My Apple Watch Series 9 Worth in 2026?
Real current trade-in pricing for the Apple Watch Series 9, and what actually affects the number you'll be offered.
21 July 2026
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Travel SIM
Does My Phone Support eSIM For Greece Travel?
Most phones from the last five years support eSIM in Greece, covering the mainland, Athens, and the islands. Here's how to check compatibility and get set up before you fly.
21 July 2026
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Buying Tips
Buy Refurbished: The Complete Guide to Certified Used Tech
Everything you need to know before buying a refurbished phone, tablet, laptop, or other device in 2026 — grading, pricing, retailer verification, and what to check before you buy.
21 July 2026
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Buying Tips
Refurbished Phone Return Policies: What UK Law Actually Says
Refurbished phones are covered by the same statutory consumer rights as new ones — here's exactly what the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and Consumer Contracts Regulations actually guarantee you.
21 July 2026
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Travel SIM
Does My Phone Support eSIM For Turkey Travel?
Most phones from the last five years or so support eSIM in Turkey. Here's how to check compatibility, get set up before you fly, and what it costs.
21 July 2026
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Comparisons
iPhone 13 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: Which Should You Sell / Buy in 2026?
Whether you're selling an old iPhone 13 Pro or buying one refurbished in 2026, the gap between the standard Pro and Pro Max comes down to battery life and screen size more than camera quality.
21 July 2026
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