Just because Summer's over, it doesn't mean all the big festivals are too. 2024 still has plenty of life left in it, with some huge international events coming up this autumn. From Oktoberfest in Germany to the MassKara Festival in the Philippines.So, when are they happening? This article is your tour guide to some of the most fun and vibrant cultural celebrations you can see before the end of the year. And we've recommended some top phone apps to help you make the most of them too. Oktoberfest.  When: September 21st – October 6thWhere: Munich, Germany 

Here at iD Mobile, we've bagged some pretty big awards! Uswitch, Which? and other top industry names have crowned us winners in a whole host of tough categories. Now, we know us Brits aren’t ones to brag, but here’s a full rundown of all the awards we’ve scooped up so far. If you're looking for a reason to switch to iD Mobile, this might just be it… Uswitch.  The folks over at Uswitch didn’t just give us one award, oh no. They gave us two! I guess you could say that we’re twice as good as everyone else. What makes it even better though, is that both were voted for by you, the public.First up was the ‘Best Network for Data’. We like to think that we offer pretty generous mobile data caps (tha

Apple’s September Event has wrapped for another year and we’ve got all the exciting details about the latest iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Whether you’re curious about the new iPhone 16 lineup, the sleek Apple Watch Series 10 and Ultra 2, or the innovative AirPods updates, we’ve got you covered. iPhone 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max.  The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are all about pushing boundaries, powered by the super-fast A18 Pro chip. With Apple Intelligence on board, your phone gets to know you, making everyday tasks like editing photos or summarising emails easier, while keeping your privacy in check.The displays are bigger than ever - 6.3” on the 16 Pro and a whopping 6.9” on the 16 Pro Max - wrapped in the slimmest borders yet. Creators will

As the new season kicks off, iD Mobile is thrilled to continue our support for Crystal Palace Football Club. We're eagerly anticipating the action at Selhurst Park, where our brand will be proudly displayed on the dynamic LED boards and featured on the club's website. Here's to an exciting season ahead with Crystal Palace! Read more about our partnership with Crystal Palace Football Club here.To celebrate the start of the new season we are giving you the chance to win a signed Crystal Palace shirt AND Apple AirPods, simply tell us what player you are most excited to see play this season on the Community article below  H

Podcasts are big business. In the early days, they were seen as pretty niche. But now, there are pods out there covering anything and everything. Football. History. Politics. Current affairs. Gaming. Comedy. Cooking. Music. Whatever you’re into, there’s almost definitely a show talking about it. And because they’re audio-based, you can pop on an episode while you drive, work, or do the washing up. All the big streaming services support them too. So, fire up Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and dive in! And now they’re so popular in fact, that they’ve even got their very own date in the calendar. This year, International Podcast day lands on September 30th. It’s a day where fans and creators come together to celebrate the sheer number of great shows out there and the talented people behind them. Whether you’ve been into pods since day one or hadn’t even heard of them until now (where have you been?), it’s a chance to g

Android 15 is here, and it’s packed with exciting new features designed to enhance your mobile experience. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or just curious about what’s new, we’re here to break down the five biggest highlights of Android’s latest iteration. Notification cooldown.  Notification cooldown is a handy new feature that helps manage the flood of alerts by reducing the volume when you receive multiple notifications from the same app. So, if you're in a busy group chat and your phone starts pinging non-stop, Android 15 will automatically lower the volume for the next notifications. Even better, you can choose to apply this setting to just your conversations or across all your apps. Partial screen reco

AI assistants are evolving rapidly, each offering unique features. In this article, we’ll compare Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Apple Intelligence, and ChatGPT to help you choose the best fit. Whether you need productivity boosts, smart integration, or top-notch conversational AI, we’ve got the insights you need. Google Gemini. Google Gemini is the latest AI from Google, designed to blend powerful search capabilities with seamless integration across all your Google services. Available on Android devices, Google Pixel, and ChromeOS, Gemini is all about bringing you relevant information faster and more intuitively. Let the AI explain what it does best. “Imagine having a personal assistant who's always available, knows everything, and can do an

Whether you’re stressed from work or just need to take a moment of calm, it can be hard to remember to fit it in when you have a busy schedule. There is even a day to help people do just that - National Relaxation Day, celebrated annually on August 15th. On that day, we’re encouraged to take a break from stress and anxiety and do something they truly find relaxing. Whether it’s going on spa break or just reading a book – it’s all about having time to chill in a way that works for you.And if you’re looking for another kind of chill, be sure to check out our competition at the bottom of the page. We’re giving away a Shark FlexBreeze Portable Fan. Not only is it super powerful, it’s whisper quiet too. So, it won’t interrupt your moment of peace.One of the best ways you can reduce stress in your day is with a little meditation or mindfulness. And there’s no need to run off

Ever got ready to leave the house for work on time, only to discover that your keys aren't by the front door? Yup, that’s probably most of us. And we know it can be infuriating hunting around for them knowing that the clock's ticking away.If you spend too much time looking for things, a Bluetooth tracker can be a total gamechanger. But what are they exactly? And how do they work? Let's find out… What is a Bluetooth tracker?   Bluetooth item trackers are nifty little devices you can attach to your valuables — like a set of keys, your wallet, a bag, or a laptop — to help you find them if they ever get misplaced. This makes them a must-have if you go travelling on the reg and want to reduce the risk of los

With the summer holidays flying by, it’s probably a good time to start thinking about the new term. And speaking of new, it might also be the perfect excuse you need to upgrade to a fresh phone. So, we’ve rounded up some class acts that’ll power you through the day – whether you’re going back to college or heading off to another part of the country to start your uni course. Or, if you’re happy with what you’ve got, there’s always our great value SIM only plans. It’s really up to you! Right with that out the way, let’s help you make a great call… Samsung Galaxy A15 5G. 

Planning a last-minute getaway to somewhere fabulous? We totally understand. Even though the sun has finally made an appearance (fingers crossed), you can never fully trust the British weather! And if you want to make calls, send texts, and browse the web on your phone while abroad without returning to a massive bill — you’ll need to ensure your device is ready for roaming. Fortunately, we’ve got all the tips you need to dodge those roaming charges. What is roaming?  Roaming is what your mobile phone will do when it goes outside of your network provider's coverage area (i.e. when you go abroad). It'll try and look for a foreign network to connect to so you can still make and receive calls, send messages, and access the internet just like when yo

On July 10, 2024, Samsung hosted its Galaxy Unpacked event from Paris, and revealed their latest flagship products. The headline acts were the eagerly awaited Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 - two foldable phones that push the boundaries of mobile tech. Alongside these, we saw the debut of the new Galaxy Watch 7 series and the intriguing Galaxy Ring. Audio lovers weren't left out either, with the launch of the Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro. Here’s what we learned about this new tech during the event…  Z Fold 6: your ultimate multi-tasker.  If you’re looking for a device that can do it all, the Z Fold 6 is your go-to gadget. This foldable phone-tablet hybrid

Because we rely on our phones so much, losing yours or having it stolen can feel like a mini-crisis. Suddenly, your connection to the world, your photos, messages and even financial information are all at risk. While it’s very easy to be hard on yourself when it happens, the truth is that it most of us have lost our phones at some point. According to Uswitch, more than half the UK population have had their phone lost or stolen at one time or another.And because it’s so common, it means that industry giants like Android and iPhone are here to help. Whatever type of phone you have.We’ll break down the steps of what to do if it happens. Then we’ll let you know what you can do to protect yourself in the future.Stay calm and assess the situation

One of the best things about smartphones is that manufacturers are always making them better with frequent software updates. These keep your mobile running smoothly by fixing bugs, improving features, and defending it against any nasty new viruses. In this article, we'll explain all the reasons why you should keep your phone updated. Plus, we'll show you how to check for updates on your iPhone, Android, or Samsung phone. Benefits of updating your phone.  Updating your phone can feel like a bit of a chore and it's easy to keep putting it off. But there are many reasons why you should probably install that new update sooner rather than later: Better performance: Updates are usually rolled out to make your phone faster

At iD Mobile, we understand that life can be unpredictable, and you might have to tweak your finances to stay on top of things. We're here to support you through it and help you manage your mobile expenses effectively. So, here are some friendly tips and tricks to save some money and stay in control of your mobile costs. Bill Capping. Bill Capping is a money-saving feature available on all iD Mobile plans. You can set or adjust your Bill Cap anytime in the iD Mobile app. For more information on how to set or adjust your Bill Cap, check out our bill capping page here. Data Rollover. 

Great news! We’ve improved our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme. It’s now on an all-new webpage, and most importantly the rewards are even better - we’re dishing out cashback instead of gift cards – kerching! Here’s all you need to know about our ‘Refer a Friend’ revamp. Have you referred a friend before 23rd April 2024?  If you referred a friend before 23rd April 2024, you might still be waiting for your reward as they can take up to 90 days to process. If you’d like to check the status of an outstanding reward, simply visit the old

If you’re a big sports fan, you’re in for a treat this summer. There’s a bumper calendar of sports to get excited about – from the European Championships over in Germany, to the Olympics in the French capital. iD Mobile is proud to offer all customers travelling to Germany with the benefit of unlimited roaming usage of minutes, texts and data for the duration of the tournament (14th June until 14th July). So fans needn’t worry about sharing their celebrations on social media, streaming highlights on their devices, or keeping connected and safe whilst away. We’re also extending this generous offer for fans soon-to-be en route to Paris to get behind Team GB. iD will also enable customers travelling to France to benefit from unlimited roaming usage of minutes, texts and data for the duration of the Paris 2024 Olympics (25th July until 12th

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve launched a new iD Mobile app packed with great new features and improvements!Over the past year, we’ve been working hard on completely redesigning the iD Mobile app. The new app has been built with our customers’ feedback at the forefront of design and development, so we’re confident that anyone who used the old iD Mobile app will really appreciate the improvements.So, what’s changed?Manage multiple plans – If you’ve got more than one iD Mobile plan, you can now manage them all from a single login. No more logging in and out! New design - Whether you’re checking your allowances, changing your Bill cap, or updating your personal info, the new app has been designed to make sure you’re able to do exa

National Ice Cream Day takes place on Sunday, 21st July this year. It’s the perfect excuse to indulge in your favourite frozen treat and celebrate the sweetness of summer. And this year, we’re adding an extra layer of excitement by helping you keep another important part of your life cool - your phone.What, you want more? Okay then - as part of our celebration we’re also giving away a Ninja Creami Deluxe NC501UK ice-cream maker. So, read on for some handy tips, and don’t forget to enter our giveaway at the end. You could scoop a great prize! 10 tips and tricks to stop your phone overheating.  Summertime

The Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (or WWDC for short) has wrapped for another year. And with it came a whole bunch of exciting new announcements and features – from first steps into the world of AI, to big updates to the brand’s operating system. iPhone fans are in for a treat!With each release, Apple always bring a bunch of free, fun and useful updates to their iOS. And that’s set to continue with iOS 18. Check these out… Customisation options.  Your iPhone is about to get a whole lot more custom. If you want to pop app icons literally anywhere on your home screen, fill your boots. Drag them whe

Despite over half the UK feeling like they pay too much for their mobile package, many still live their “mobile life” blindly loyal to their existing network because…well…just because. In our new campaign, we’re on a mission to help the mobile market ‘See the Light' of ‘mobile done right’!  Why do UK mobile customers need to see the light?  So, what do we mean when we say that UK mobile customers need to ‘see the light’? Well, what about these stats for starters?20% of Brits are unaware of when their contract ends. Be honest – are you? 28% of those who are aware will be sticking to their current plan without exploring other options. 53% of Brits f

Euros 2024 might feel like the talk of the town (or the whole continent) right now, but the biggest event in the cycling calendar starts in just a few days. That's right — the Tour de France!If you're keen to watch all 21 stages of this year's huge 2,170 mile bike race across Italy and France, we've recommended some of the best ways to catch all the action on your phone. From the Grand Départ all the way to the finish. And if you're gearing up for some epic summer bike rides yourself, we've rounded up a few of the best apps and smart watches that'll keep you on track. What is the Tour de France?  The Tour de France is an annual multi-stage bike race that m

World Laughter Day is an annual event celebrated on the first Sunday of May. The day is dedicated to promoting laughter as a universal language of peace and understanding. Laughter has been scientifically proven to have numerous health benefits, both physically and mentally. It reduces stress, boosts the immune system, and improves mood. In addition, laughter is a great tool for bringing people together and breaking down barriers between different cultures and societies.What is World Laughter Day?  The idea of World Laughter Day was first proposed by Dr. Madan Kataria, founder of the Laughter Yoga movement. Laughter Yoga is a unique concept that combines yoga breathing techniques with intentional laughter to create a joyful and uplifting experience. The first World Laughter Day was celebrated in 1998 in Mumbai, India, and since then, it has become a global phenomenon.On World

National Fish & Chip Day is coming up on June 7. But we’re interested in a whole other type of fishing. You’ve probably heard of phishing – cyberattacks where criminals pose as someone they’re not to steal your personal info. They’ll nick anything they can get their hands on, from passwords to your credit card number.So, if you think that text from your ‘bank’ looks a bit fishy, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Hopefully, our tips will help you to avoid being caught hook line and sinker by the fraudsters… Why does phishing exist? It’s because it’s an easy – and very effective – way for cybercriminals to steal valuable info and money. It doesn’t require much technical skill to pull off either. By creating messages that look legit and play on fear and urgency, attackers can lure victims into a digital trap. It’s low cost, with a high reward. Plus, by throwing

Mental Health Awareness Week, which takes place from May 13th to May 19th each year, is a powerful reminder of how important it is to take care of our mental well-being. Whether it's happening right now or in a few months, this week is all about getting real about mental health and finding ways to put our well-being first.The goal is simple: let's create a world where we've got each other's backs and no one feels afraid to ask for help when they need it. And guess what? One of the best things we can do for our mental health is to get moving!Exercise isn't just great for our bodies; it's like a superpower for our minds too. It can help us stress less, feel less anxious or down, and give us a boost in confidence and brain power. Whether you're into a relaxing walk, some gentle yoga, or a heart-pumping workout, getting active releases those feel-good endorphins that lift our mood.Now, I know starting a fitness routine can feel overwhelming, but don't