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iD Mobile Trustpilot Review Prize Draw - June 2020: Terms & Conditions

iD Mobile Trustpilot Review Prize Draw: Terms & Conditions   To enter the prize draw you must post a review on the iD Mobile Trustpilot page by 29th June 2020 to be in with a chance to win a 1 x £50 Currys PC World eGift Card. The star rating and review content do not affect the likelihood of winning the prize draw. However, if you contravene Trustpilot’s user guidelines, your review might not be included in the prize draw. Trustpilot’s user guidelines can be found at: https://legal.trustpilot.com/user-guidelines No purchase necessary. All entries received between 22/06/20 and 29/06/20 by 17.00 (GMT*1) will be entered into the prize draw. This prize draw is only open to UK residents (excluding Northern Ireland) aged 18 and over, excluding employees of Promoter and their families, their group of companies, agents (including affiliates), suppliers and anyone connected with this promotion. Only 1 entry per person is permitted, duplicate entries will not be entered into the dr

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How to spring clean your phone

Apps that keep crashing, poor battery life, and no space for photos – just a few of the problems you might run into if you’ve had your phone for a while. Headaches like these are typically caused by accumulated junk – the apps, pictures, music and other temporary files that build up on your device everyday. If your phone feels like it’s working in slow motion, cleaning all that mess off it could be the answer.   Spring is in the air, so what better time to get started? Here are a few tips on how to give your phone a thorough spring clean.   1. Delete old photos and videos If you’ve got more than 1 GB of photos or videos on your phone, it’s probably time to copy them all over to your laptop, hard drive or online storage service. Deleting content from your mobile will free up space for more pics and help boost its performance.   2. Remove old apps The more apps you install on your phone, the slower it becomes. This is because lots of apps keep working in the background, even when you’re

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March Community Newsletter Competition - Closed

If you went to school in the UK or Ireland, you’ll probably remember celebrating World Book Day every year. This charity event is all about the joy of reading and gives millions of schoolchildren free vouchers to spend on books and audiobooks.   To mark this year’s World Book Day, on Thursday 5 March, we’ve put together a list of our favourite audiobook websites. Why not celebrate World Book Day by diving in and finding something you haven’t read before?   And to celebrate World Book Day the iD way, we’re running a competition for all you bookworms out there. Comment below and tell us about a book you love, and you could win an Amazon Kindle e-reader! Find out more below.   Top audiobook websites Audible Audible, owned by Amazon, is the world’s biggest audiobook provider, with hundreds of thousands of titles available to download. The subscription fee gives you one credit a month, which you can use to buy any audiobook, regardless of the price. If you don’t like a book, you can exchang

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Tips to help you spring into action

March 29th kicks off British Summer Time, when the clocks go forward one hour. Spring is a time for feeling good about yourself, wearing bright colours and, of course, spring cleaning. If you’re looking for ways to put a spring in your step, here are a few of our tips.   Longer evenings One of the best things about spring is the longer evenings. Why not take advantage of the extra daylight and spend your free time getting out and about? Websites like designmynight and The List are full of great ideas for evening adventures.   Another way to make the most of the lighter evenings is to get in training for a fitness challenge. You could sign up for a fun run, half-marathon or even an endurance race. With the extra hours of daylight in spring, you can clock up plenty of training time between now and the summer.   Creating a fitness routine is fun, but sticking to it isn’t always so easy. Check out our list of the 5 best motivational apps to help you stay on track.   Exercise In the spring,

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It’s National Nutrition Month!

This March, National Nutrition Month focuses on the importance of healthy eating and keeping fit. It’s the perfect time for you to improve your lifestyle. Your health is the most precious thing you’ll ever have. Everyone knows that we should eat healthily but getting the right nutrition and a balanced diet can be tough. To help you follow National Nutrition Month, check out these three handy apps. With these you’ll get to know your nutrients, track your dietary and exercise habits and even tackle your intolerances and allergies. Kick off your new, healthier lifestyle!   Nutrients – Nutrition Facts (£4.99 on App Store, Free on Google Play) To achieve a healthy diet, first you need to know what you eat. How much sugar is in an apple? How much potassium is in a banana? With Nutrition Facts you’ll get info on everything from macronutrients like proteins or sugars to vitamins and minerals. This app features a vast database of nearly 200,000 foods. You’ll get to search for your favourite me

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How to prepare for a music festival

Planning on heading to a festival this year? We have got you. Find out the best festivals to attend, what to pack and other handy tips to make the most of your summer of fun!   Plan ahead to get a good spot Now is the best time to plan for a music festival. The longer you wait, the harder it is to get hold of a ticket - and prices get expensive. Keep in mind that the more popular the music festival is, the quicker they’ll sell out of their cheapest tiers. Find your fest on social media and follow their accounts to stay updated with tickets release dates, times and more.   Pick the fest right for you Deciding on what festival to attend can be difficult. Check out these favourites from around Europe: Wireless Festival 3rd – 5th July London’s Wireless Festival takes place at Finsbury Park. If you’re into the hip-hop, R&B or rap music, this could be the one for you. Expect headliners from around the world. Lovebox Festival 12th – 14th June The Lovebox festival at London’s Gunnersbu

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Pre-order your game changing Samsung S20

If you’re looking for a new phone with next-level cameras, super-fast performance and a battery that lasts, you should pre-order the Samsung S20, a fantastic new phone in the S20 series.    So, what can you expect from a new S20? Professional pictures at the touch of a button The S20 and S20+ 5G come boasting a 64MP Telephoto Camera, 10MP Front Camera and 12MP Wide Camera. With an Ultra-Wide Camera and a huge 30x Space Zoom, you can get incredible close ups with crystal clear clarity. If you want to get even closer, the big Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G boasts an amazing 100x zoom. Its camera set up is pretty special too, thanks to its 108MP Wide Camera, 12MP Ultra-Wide and 40MP Front Camera. The video power of the S20 range belongs on a Hollywood set. You don’t have to be Steven Spielberg to get incredible footage thanks to its 8K resolution at 24FPS. And you don’t have to be a film expert to gather amazing motion. Pro Video Mode and Super Steady 2.0 give you incredible detail and smoother shot

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How to fix Android Update Issues

Are you struggling to perform a simple security update on your phone, or upgrade to the latest version of Android? Here are a few common issues that could prevent you from downloading that all-important update. It’s always worth keeping your phone up to date with the latest security updates, bug fixes and operating system. From improvements to navigation, to making sure your phone is as secure as possible, there are plenty of reasons to make sure you’ve got the latest updates. Sometimes, though, a small issue can stop you from either starting or completing the download. Here are a few common Android update issues and how they can be solved:      Network connection not strong enough No matter what kind of update it is, you’ll need a solid internet connection to be able to successfully complete it. Make sure that you’re either connected to a reliable Wi-Fi network or you’ve got your mobile data turned on. If the update file is large, we’d recommend saving the update until you’re at home

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February Community Newsletter Competition - Closed

Competition time! Enter for your chance to win one of five £50 restaurant vouchers! Do you consider yourself a foodie, or just love going out to eat? Then take a night off from the washing up with our brilliant competition! Discover a new local culinary hotspot or revisit an old favourite on us. We’re giving away five £50 restaurant vouchers, and entering the competition couldn’t be easier. How to enter All you need to do is comment below this post and tell us “What would you do on Valentine’s Day?” It doesn’t have to be with someone special, you could just treat yourself! Make sure you’re logged in and let us know for your chance to win. Don’t miss out! Competition ends on 9th February 2020. Good luck! T&C’s apply

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Happy Chinese New Year!

Chinese New Year is upon us, and here at iD Mobile, we’re celebrating! Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, starts on January 25th and finishes on February 4th – that’s 11 whole days of New Year’s celebrations! Every year has an animal sign based on the Chinese zodiac, and 2020 is the Year of the Rat. The rat is the first of the twelve zodiac animals, restarting the new cycle. According to myth, the Jade Emperor decided the order of the animals according to the order they arrived at his party. The rat tricked the Ox into giving him a ride, but as they arrived at the finish line, the Rat jumped down and landed first. For people born in the year of the rat, 2, 3, 6, and 8 are all lucky numbers and gold, blue and green are lucky colours.  From big meals with family to lantern and firework displays, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Here, we’ll show you how you can get involved. What do people do on Chinese New Year? Chinese communities across the UK hold parades

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How to plan your overseas trip in 9 steps

Now that we’re well into 2020, it’s time to plan and book your next holiday! So, whether it’s a weekend European city break or backpacking in South America, we’ve got you covered. Whip out your phone, follow our steps and get ready for your next big adventure..  Step 1: Decide where you want to go If you need inspiration, why not check out the free Lucky Trip app? Claiming to help you “find a trip in one tap” you just need to tell it your budget and it will suggest a place to go, a place to stay and an activity to make you happy. Then you can keep adjusting until you find your dream trip. Where will luck take you? Step 2: Start saving money Holidays cost cash, so why splurge on that flat white now when you could have a cocktail on the beach? There’s no need to take a pen and paper around to keep track of how much you’re spending – as there are loads of apps that can help you manage money. By tracking your expenditure, you can see where you could cut back. Step 3: Stay focused and get i

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6 iD features that can help you this half-term

Are you ready for half term? If you have kids, you know that they can get bored at home – so they might nag you for your smartphone to keep them busy. And while there’s nothing wrong with them enjoying a great movie or playing a favourite game, you might want to keep an eye on how long they’re spending on your screen and what they’re looking at. That’s where the iD app can help out. Not only will you be able to monitor your children’s usage, you can also set limits with caps and bars. So, you can keep both your phone and your kids protected this half term. Remember to also check out our guide to keeping kids safe online. Monitor your allowance Just log into the iD Mobile App or My Account online and you'll be able to see exactly what you and they have used. You can also monitor your usage by calling 7777, where you'll be able to listen to your available allowances with our automated service. Set bill caps Worried about your little angels burning through your minutes or data? Simply ch

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The 5 best motivational apps

Congratulations, you’ve made it to January with your New Year’s resolutions intact! That must mean you’re pretty serious about staying on track to make those changes for 2020. Last month we gave you a guide to the best Apps to help keep you on top of your 2020 goals. Now that you’re organised and ready to start hitting your goals, here are a few apps to keep you motivated throughout the year. Fabulous: Daily Motivation Available on Android and iOS Price: Free basic membership or from £7.99 monthly premium Google Play Store: 4.5 Apple store: 4.5 No matter what your goals are, you need to stay focused and have the energy to work your way towards them. That’s where Fabulous comes in. Instead of working on a single target, the app takes a holistic approach to your wellbeing. It won’t outline exactly what you have to do to achieve your goals, but it lays the foundations to bring them within your reach. With features like quick, intense exercise sessions, mindfulness sessions that help you

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Plan the perfect Valentine’s Day using your phone

Forget about those ‘get out of jail’ petrol station flowers and the generic heart shaped card. You can make this Valentine’s Day a special one with the help of a few handy apps on your phone. Get ready for heart-eye emoji levels of affection.  Make them a personalised card with Funky Pigeon If your other half is one of those ‘I’ll just be happy with a card’ people, why not go creative and give them a personalised one from Funky Pigeon? It’s super easy to design on your phone and will be professionally printed and sent in just a couple of days – or delivered First Class (if you’ve left it to the last minute). So, dig out all your romantic and funny couple’s photos and make a card they’ll want to keep! Download Funky Pigeon free on Android and iOS. Order a bouquet for you beau Giving your loved one a bouquet of flowers is a great way to kick off Valentine’s Day. We’re not talking about the slim pickings in your local supermarket, though. Bloom & Wild offer an amazing selection of bo

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All you need to know about Valentine’s Week

You probably know Valentine’s Day is on the 14th February, but did you know there was a whole week devoted to romance? So, whether you’re looking to spoil your significant other for a whole week, or you just need to know how long you need to go to ground for, here are all seven days broken down. There’s plenty of opportunities to spoil the people you care about – whether they’re a soul mate or a best mate. 7th Feb, Rose Day On this day you can give different coloured roses to different people depending on how you feel about them. Red roses - give these to the love of your life. Yellow roses – give these to friends. White roses – give these to someone you’re fighting with. With services like eflorist, you can use your phone to order them and get them delivered. Make sure you give the right flowers to the right people. Mixed messages are never a good idea!   8th Feb, Propose Day Don’t panic! This doesn’t mean you have to get down on one knee – though you can if you feel it’s time. In

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WhatsApp to stop working on millions of phones

If your iPhone or Android smartphone is running on an old operating system, now is a good time to update. Find out how...  We love WhatsApp at iD Mobile, and we’re not the only ones. The messaging app has 300 million daily users worldwide and a million daily registrations. It’s a great way to share memes with mates and stay in touch with family. Over the past month or so, we’ve seen a number of articles claiming that WhatsApp will stop working on many handsets from late January. If you have an old smartphone that runs on an old OS, unfortunately, it’s true.  And if you use a Windows phone, you may have noticed that WhatsApp has already stopped working. Since WhatsApp are no longer developing for these older operating systems, according to WhatsApp, some features might stop functioning at any time. They also went on to say that if your phone runs on any of the affected software. Plus, you won’t be able to create a new account or reverify an existing one. Don’t worry though! We’ll tell y

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The App Store best of 2019 is here

Getting a new iPhone? Apple have recently unveiled the top apps on the App Store for 2019, and there are some absolute crackers on the list. From incredible camera software to addictive games, we’ll show you the apps that should take pride of place on your home screen. Game of the year – Sky: Children of the Light Review: 4.8 Free Apple have declared Sky: Children of the Light as their number one game of the year on the iOS platform, and for many great reasons. Designed by the team that created Journey (the 2013 game of the year), Sky contains a whole host of experiences made to be shared with a friend. Sky contains seven different realms that each represent the various stages of life. You arrive as a Child of the Light, and the aim is to return fallen stars to their constellations in each realm. The more fallen stars you collect, the more ‘winged light’ you receive, which gives you the ability to fly further across the kingdom. It’s also a great way of meeting new people, and the huge

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January Community Newsletter Competition - Closed

Win one of two Special Edition Fitbit Versa 2s with Amazon Alexa! If your resolution this year is to keep fit, you’ll love this incredible fitness tracker. Take it for a swim with up to 50m water resistance, get accurate health data with the built-in heart rate monitor and ask Alexa to play your favourite workout tracks. How to enter All you need to do is comment below this post and tell us “What’s your new year’s resolution?”. Just make sure you logged in first. It couldn’t be easier! Good luck! T&C’s apply  

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January Community Newsletter Competition - Terms and Conditions

Terms and conditions 1. To enter this promotion, you will have to register to the iD Mobile Community and answer the question on the corresponding topic thread: "January Community Newsletter Competition". 2. No purchase necessary. 3. The closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT+1) on 12th January 2020. The prizes to be won as follows: 1 x FITBIT Versa 2 Special Edition with Amazon Alexa - Woven Strap, Black & Grey 1 x FITBIT Versa 2 Special Edition with Amazon Alexa - Woven Strap, Navy & Pink 4. This promotion is open to all UK residents aged over 18 years (except for employees and their families of the Promoter and their group of companies, agents (including affiliates), suppliers and anyone connected with this promotion). 5. Only 1 entry per person is permitted, duplicate entries will not be entered into the draw. 6. The Promoter may, in its absolute discretion, disqualify any entries which it feels do not comply with these terms and conditions or where any form of bad faith is

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What should you do with your unwanted Christmas gift?

Disappointed you didn’t get the gift you wanted? Get tips on what to do with unwanted pressies. Before you stick your unwanted electronics in the back of your wardrobe, here are a few other ideas that could help you get the most out of them.   1.           Sell ‘em Chances are, whoever gifted you that games console, drone or e-reader probably spent a bit of money on it. And, if the item is still sealed in its original packaging, or at least in a fairly decent state, it could be worth a bit of money. So, why not stick it on a website like: -             eBay -             Amazon -             Gumtree Just remember to be discreet – you probably don’t want the person who gave it to you to figure out you’re selling it on!   Better still, if you’re trying to get rid of a laptop, tablet, smartphone or Smart Watch you may be able to trade it in. Check out the Currys PC World trade-in policy and get an estimate to see if you could put your unwanted gadget towards something you do fancy.   2.  

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How your smartphone can help make you smarter

Smartphones are part of our everyday lives. From booking tickets, paying for things and ordering food, to connecting with friends and family, they’ve revolutionised our lives. But perhaps one of the most incredible things they can do is make us smarter. Here we look at a few ways your phone could support your learning…   Improve your artwork We all love doodling with pen and paper. But when we want to take our illustration skills to the next level, our mobile phones can help.   Drawing Desk: Draw & Paint Art is a free app available on iOS and Android. It lets you sketch, paint and create realistic-looking artwork in the palm of your hand. Even novice artists will love experimenting with tools such as 3D brushes, NEON brushes, glitter brushes and many more.   Adobe Illustrator Draw is another app available on iOS and Android. It’s a must-have for improving artists and professional illustrators. You can go from sketch to finished product with vector lines to ensure your illustrations

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Health and Fitness Apps to help you hit your goals in 2020

Did you know 12% of all new gym memberships are taken out in January? The New Year is just around the corner, and loads of us will be itching to get back into shape and start working towards our health and fitness goals again. Apps are a great way to monitor your progress and keep track of your physical activity. Lots will let you set goals to work towards - perfect to give you a little boost when your will power is wavering. We’ve done the research, and here are our top recommended health and fitness apps to help you smash it in 2020.   My Fitness Pal If you’re looking to keep a closer eye on your eating habits and calorie intake, My Fitness Pal will help you take back control. With iOS and Android apps, as well as a website, all which let you keep track of your diet and calorie intake, My Fitness Pal makes healthy eating easier than ever. With a barcode scanner and a database with over 11 million foods, just scan or search to instantly find the nutritional information of whatever you

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Apps to help you manage your money

We’ve all done it – overspent during the festive period and suddenly found ourselves a little lighter than we’d like to be come January. No need to fear, it’s easy to get back in control of your finances when you’ve got the right tool for the job, and we’ve got you covered. Did you know, Brits spend 4.9 billion on Christmas nights out, tell more than 154 million cracker jokes every year and eat two Christmas dinners over the festive period on average? (Though we won’t tell if your total is higher!) So after all that indulgence, when you’re ready to get your spending back under control, we’ve got 4 apps to help you get started.   Mint Get ahead with your finances and enjoy that feeling of knowing your money is fully managed with the Mint app. By bringing together your bank account, credit cards, bills and investments all in one place, it can help you fully track your finances – so you can see the whole picture. Set yourself a spending budget, see where you can save money and check your

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Apps to Help Keep on Top of Your 2020 GoalsBlog

Whether your New Year’s resolution for 2020 is to get fitter, eat healthier, save money or travel more, everyone wants to try and be a better version of themselves in the year to come. While people come up with great ways to smash their goals early on, statistics show only 9.2% of people actually stick to their New Year’s resolution and kick their bad habit long term. If you’re looking to make a change next year and stay on top of your goals for good, take a look at our list of top 5 apps for really embracing the new you.   Strides If you’ve got a few goals you want to work towards and bad habits you want to change, the Strides app is the perfect place to keep track of everything you’re working towards in one place. Get organised and build charts to see your progress on everything in one place – you can even set reminders for extra motivation when you need a boost. Available on iOS only, it’s completely free. Track anything you want, any way you want and stay on top of all your differe

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December Community Newsletter – Christmas Competition - Closed

We’re running a great competition to help make your Christmas 🎄 the best one yet. And the best bit? We’ve got three prizes to give away – that means three chances to win! Win a Nintendo Switch Lite with Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe All board-gamed out? The Nintendo Switch Lite is the ultimate on-the-go console. Super lightweight and able to connect with other Switch consoles, it’s perfect for the long journey home and keeping the kids happy. And with another addictive Mario adventure included, the kids may need to fight you for a turn. Win 1 of 2 all-new Amazon Fire 7 Tablets Get stuck into family Christmas flicks and keeping everyone entertained with this gorgeous tablet. Tuning into your festive playlist is as easy as saying “Alexa, play Last Christmas by Wham”. How to enter All you need to do is comment below this post and tell us “What’s your favourite thing about Christmas?”. Just make sure your logged in first. It couldn’t be easier! Good luck! T&C’s apply

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