Articles and competitions.

Summer is on the horizon at last (it officially starts on 21 June, fact fans), so it seems like the perfect time to start thinking about heading off into the sun. With that in mind, we’ve chosen seven of our favourite free travel apps to help you plan your great escape. Bon voyage! Hopper (free on iOS and Android) You’ll probably have heard of Skyscanner, the

Looking for an app that’ll help you pass a bit of time? Sometimes, that’s all you need - so we’ve dedicated this article to those addictive little time-wasters that are easy to pick up and hard to put down. If you want to make that train or bus journey go a bit quicker, these are what you need. Cat Condo (Free on Android and iOS)

Looking for a new phone but on a budget? Here’s everything you need to look out for. So, you’re after a new smartphone but money’s a bit tight right now. If you’re thinking a budget phone won’t give you everything you need, think again. We reckon you’ll be surprised by the choice available to you, and you’ll be pleased to hear that lower end devices now share a lot of the technology you’ll have found on premium devices a couple of years ago. When it comes to finding a great budget phone, here are the five key areas to look at. Display It feels like display technology has improved massively in no time at all. For example, it wasn’t long ago that only the leading smartphones could boast a HD (high definition) screen with a 720p resolution (1280 x 720 pixels). But now you’ll be able to get an HD display on a decent budget phone. Camera

Today we’re asking - which smartphone would your favourite Star Wars character go for? Poe Dameron Poe is an all-action kind of guy. He wants to experience everything up close and personal, so the Xperia XZ2’s Dynamic Vibration System is right up his alley. He’ll be able to feel the action through his fingertips. Tense moments will feel even more epic, and with S-Force Front Surround sound, he’ll be able to hear everything above the noise of the carnage he always seems to unwittingly create. Poe can buy the Xperia XZ2 from iD Mobile. Finn Finn is a man on a mission. He’s happiest when he’s hopping between planets and running into trouble. To do that, he needs to have his wits about him, and a phone with a decent battery life. He needs a Motorola G5 Plus.

Google Lens can translate foreign menus and recognise landmarks, just by looking at your photos. So, what are you waiting for? Ditch your tour guides, and read on for details. How do you get Google Lens on your phone? Until recently, the AI-powered visual recognition technology tool known as Google Lens belonged exclusively on Google Pixel phones. But now, there’s great news for all you non-Pixel phone owners out there. Yes, you can now use Google Lens to reveal more about your photos. It’s no longer a Pixel phone exclusive, and can be found on the Google Photos app (iOS and Android) What does Google Lens do? Google Lens u

Are you thinking of upgrading to a new phone on iD Mobile? It’s a big decision. So to help you out, we’ve rounded up a handful of the most important things to check out. The Operating System The first thing to consider when choosing a new phone is the type of operating system (OS) you want. This is a big decision because it affects how you can use your phone. Here are the differences between the two most popular: iOS. This OS is found on iPhones and iPads. It’s known for being extremely user-friendly, and the look is clean, clear and easy to understand. Android. Most phones use Android, the OS made by Google. It’s very

The truth is, your smartphone is probably the most important gadget in your life.So to help you choose the niftiest one out there AND get more bang for your buck - we’ve picked our favourites – all under £15 a month. Kerching! Samsung Galaxy J3 First up is the Samsung Galaxy J3. If you’re looking for great performance as well as price – this is the one for you. A powerful camera, water resistant and wireless charging – just some of the reasons it stands out from the pack: Weight: 138g | Dimensions: 142.3 x 71 x 7.9mm |
 OS: Android 5.1.1 |
 Screen size: 5-inch | 
Resolution: 720 x 1280 | CPU: 1.5GHz quad-core |
 RAM: 1.5GB |
 Storage: 8/16GB |
 Battery: 2,600mAh |
 Rear camera: 8MP | 
Front camera: 5MP From £10.99 per month, now with Double Data! Nokia 6

Do you strive to take the perfect selfie? Here are 5 easy tips to get the most out of your smartphone camera and ensure everyone stays swiping right. See the light. Darker? Lighter? Natural? Fluorescent? With so many options it’s easy to understand how in certain light you can look a 10 and in others a 2. But our top tip is to always use natural light which will brighten your face and minimize shadows. In front of a window is perfect. Know your angles. We all know our good side, but not knowing what angle to hold the camera can turn even a beauty into a beast. So in the words of Kim Kardashian ‘keep your chin down, and the camera up’. Filters are your friends. We’re sure you have real friends too, but they won’t always tell you when you’re overdoing it. So when you do reach for a filter, always; stay natural, remember less is always more. Unless you’re going