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

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 rece...

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It’s National Text Your Ex Day Competition - Closed

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...

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The iD Mobile Black Friday Event - NEW DEALS ADDED

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...

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Stress Awareness Day Competition - Closed

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...

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November Community Newsletter Competition - Closed

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 APerfect for watching your fave films and Netflix binges on a gorgeous 10.1-inch Full HD display.Win a SAMSUNG Galaxy A80Three superb cameras (including a 32MP main camera,...

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Halloween Competition - Closed

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...

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What are QR codes and NFC?

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...

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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...

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Using Google maps vs Satnav

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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November Community Newsletter 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: "November Community Newsletter Competition".2. No purchase necessary.3. The closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT+1) on 10/11/2019. The prizes to be won as fol...

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The iD Mobile Black Friday event is here!

One of the biggest shopping days of the year! Our Black Friday event has started, it is a deal hunters dream, but you have to get in quick to grab the best deals. Are you ready?  What is iD doing for Black Friday?Phones are actually one of the highest selling products this time of year. During Black...

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Top 10 most loved community articles

Top 10 most loved community articles

It’s been a whole year since our first Community newsletter, and we’re celebrating!Since we started the Community newsletter a year ago, we’ve posted all kinds of articles for iD Mobile users to enjoy. From helpful guides on how to get the most out of your new phone, to the best camera phones, to th...

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Halloween Competition: Terms & 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: “Halloween Competition.”.2. No purchase necessary.3. The closing date for entries is 23:59 (GMT+1) on 08/11/2019. The prizes to be either an empty envelope (2)...

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International Internet Day

Since 2005 International Internet Day is celebrated worldwide on October 29th to commemorate an invention that has quite literally changed the world we live in – the Internet.It’s October 29th 1969 – a graduate student called Charlie Kline attempts to send the first internet message to his colleague...

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It’s National Text Your Ex Day Competition Terms & 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: “It’s National Text Your Ex Day Competition.”.2. No purchase necessary.3. The closing date for entries is 23:59 (GMT+1) on 07/11/2019. The prizes to be 10GB ext...

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How to listen to radio on your smartphone

How to listen to radio on your smartphone

Got your new phone but found out it doesn’t come with a radio app? Here’s how to tune into your favourite station on the go. Like most things in today’s tech world, radio – and the way we listen to it – has changed dramatically. No longer do we gather around the ‘wireless’ to listen to The Archers!R...

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October Community Newsletter Competition - Closed

October Community Newsletter Competition - Closed

Win a Samsung 50" Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TVWe’re offering one lucky winner the chance to win an amazing Samsung Smart 4K Ultra HDR TV!HDR technology gives you scene-by-scene image mastering, so you can see the finer details in the picture, even when the setting is dark. Witness the true beauty of...

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Why won't the internet work on my Android phone?

Can’t get the internet on your Android smartphone? Then this guide should help. We've covered both Wi-Fi and mobile internet, to make sure you can get online at home or on the move.How do I connect my Android smartphone to Wi-Fi?If you're having problems connecting to your Wi-Fi network, these steps...

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Google Pixel 4 & XL available for pre-order now!

Google Pixel 4 & XL available for pre-order now!

Have you been waiting for the latest instalment in Google’s line of smartphones? Well, you don’t need to wait any longer, as we’ve got them available for pre-order right now!What’s new about the Google Pixel 4’s design?The first thing you’ll notice about the latest Pixel phone is that Google have di...

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Techies Day Competition - Closed

Techies Day Competition - Closed

It’s #TechiesDay! Whether you’re a gadget lover, work in technology or are the go-to troubleshooter in the family, today is a day to celebrate the impact that technology makes on our daily lives.To celebrate, we’re running a competition. All you have to do is tell us a feature you’d love to have on...

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Mario Kart is on mobile!

Mario Kart is on mobile!

Great news for mobile gamers! Nintendo’s new Mario Kart game is now available on iOS and Android. It’s called Mario Kart Tour, and we’re glad to report that it looks amazing. 3-2-1-GO!Mario Kart has been a big deal in the gaming world for over 25 years now. As far as we’re concerned here in iD Commu...

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The best free virtual reality apps for smartphones

The best free virtual reality apps for smartphones

Just treated yourself to a stylish new VR headset? Here’s a list of the best apps and games you’ll want to download.These days, even budget smartphones are powerful enough to run virtual reality apps. More and more games and apps are being designed with the first-person experience in mind. With so m...

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The best camera phones right now

The best camera phones right now

With massive leaps forward in tech, there’s a huge choice of stunning camera phones available. We’ve picked out a few of the best on the market right now and put them through their paces to see what they can do.  Which mobile phones have the best camera?With so many amazing camera phones out, there’...

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How to move music from your iTunes account to an Android phone

Once you’ve got your favourite tunes sorted out, you don’t want to lose them – especially if you’re switching to a new phone. Want to move your music from iTunes to an Android smartphone? We’re here to help. This guide will show you how to copy music files between iTunes on a Mac or PC, to an Androi...

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Techies Day Competition Terms & 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: “Techies Day Competition”.2. No purchase necessary.3. The closing date for entries is 23:59 (GMT+1) on 10/10/2019. The prizes to be £50 Currys voucher.4. This p...

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