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Article 6 signs you need a new phone

From keeping your data safe from hackers, to providing vital GPS navigation, or finding an app to help you do virtually anything, new smartphone technology has almost limitless potential to benefit our lives. So, it’s very exciting to hear about the release of the latest iPhone, rumoured to be launc...

Article Stress Awareness Day Competition - Closed

Today is National Stress Awareness Day! It’s a great time to take a moment and think about our wellbeing, and the most effective ways to stay productive when it all gets a bit too much. No matter whether you’re studying for exams or chairing a big project at work, stress can easily take its toll and...

Article 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: Childr...

Article 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 th...

Article 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 su...

Article 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 phys...

Article 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...

Article Apps to Help Keep on Top of Your 2020 Goals

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 st...

Article The iD guide for food delivery apps

Chinese or Indian? Whatever you choose for your takeaway night, there’s no need to call up to get your favourite cuisine delivered to your door. Calling up and ordering a takeaway is a thing of the past. If you’re not up to date with what takeaway apps are available, or your current takeaway app j...

Article 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-...

Article December Community Newsletter – Christmas Competition

1. To enter this promotion, you will have to register to the iD Mobile Community and answer the question on the corresponding topic thread: "December Community Newsletter – Christmas Competition". 2. No purchase necessary. 3. The closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT+1) on 09/12/2019. The prizes to...

Article Must have apps that’ll make festive travel a breeze

Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, the festive period can be a stressful time as we make travel plans to visit friends and family in the UK, overseas or even ditch the cold and have a warm Christmas on the beach. But there’s no need to stress. If you’re taking a trip this festive season, let yo...

Article 4 ways to throw the perfect festive party

We all love a good get together especially during the festive season, here is my guide to planning the perfect event. Plan your party to perfection Planning is the fun part and that means gathering ideas and inspiration. So, we’ve found two friendly apps to help you make sure you’ve got all your...

Article The iD guide for music apps

From exclusive podcasts to limitless downloads, there’s an audio streaming app out there for everyone. With fewer phones featuring a built-in music player app, more people than ever are turning to streaming apps for convenient listening, hassle-free downloads and the huge range of choice they provid...

Article Christmas gift ideas for any budget

Buying a Christmas present for friends, family or a Secret Santa? Sticking to a budget can be tricky, so let us help. Just for you, we’ve come up with some great techy gifts for all budgets. We’ve got gift suggestions at three popular price brackets – under £50, £100 and £200. So take a look, and pr...

Article How to stay connected over the festive season

Whether you’re at home or going away over the festive period, you’ll want to stay connected with friends and family. It’s what the season’s all about. That’s why we’ve put together a guide to show you how: Check your coverage before you go Spending Christmas and New Year in the UK? Our handy iD Co...

Article We’re on YouGov’s Top 10 list of Brand Advocacy improvers!

We’re constantly talking and listening to our customers, identifying ways to improve the service we offer, making mobile better. So we’re delighted to announce we’re on YouGov’s 2019 Top 10 list of improvers for Brand Advocacy! YouGov BrandIndex screened 1,500 brands asking respondents "Would you re...

Article What is Wi-Fi Calling and why should you use it?

Wi-Fi Calling is available for selected handsets, and it lets you use Wi-Fi to make calls and send texts when coverage isn’t great. If you’re in a remote location or hit an indoor blackspot, it’s really handy. Need to make a call or send a text on your mobile? With iD Mobile, you’ll get a good recep...

Article It’s National Text Your Ex Day Competition - Closed

It’s National Text Your Ex Day! Yes, you did read that right. Even if message a former lover may not be your cuppa tea, why not enter our competition and find a reason to celebrate!No, you don’t need to message your ex to win. Instead, we’re offering one winner a chance to get their hands on some ex...

Article The iD Mobile Black Friday Event - NEW DEALS ADDED

As you may already know, iD Mobile Black Friday event has already begun. Unlike other retailers, our Black Friday event started on the 4th November, but don’t despair if you weren’t aware (that rhymes), because we’ve just added a heap of new handset and SIM only deals, and you’ve got till the 2nd De...

Article November Community Newsletter Competition - Closed

It’s the biggest Community Competition ever! Yes, you have three chances to win three amazing prizes… Win a SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab A Perfect for watching your fave films and Netflix binges on a gorgeous 10.1-inch Full HD display. Win a SAMSUNG Galaxy A70 Three superb cameras (including a 32MP main cam...

Article Halloween Competition - Closed

Trick or treat? We’re running a Spooktacular competition to celebrate! Whether you’re dressing up as ghosts, carving pumpkins into glowering jack-o’-lanterns or watching a horror movie to celebrate October 31st, we’ve got a great competition that’ll make your Halloween even better. You’re probably...

Article What are QR codes and NFC?

Ever seen an advert with a strange-looking bar code telling you to scan? Or have you got your eye on a pair of wireless headphones that claim to link instantly to your phone with a quick tap? What you’re looking at are QR (Quick Response’) codes and NFC (Near-Field Communication). Here, we’ll explai...

Article Stress Awareness Day Competition: 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: "Stress Awareness Day Competition".2. No purchase necessary.3. The closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT+1) on 13/11/2019. The prize will be: FITBIT Versa 2 Sp...

Article Using Google maps vs Satnav

What's the difference between Google Maps and Sat Nav?Going on a road trip and planning to use your phone to navigate? We’ll show you the pros and cons of Google Maps compared to sat navs…Most smartphones come with a 'sat nav' (satellite navigation) built in. For Android there's 'Google Maps', while...

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