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Our top 7 health and fitness appsBlog

[b]Looking to get fit in 2019? Whether you’re planning on hitting the gym, pounding the pavement or looking to work out at home, these lean and mean fitness apps will help you reach your goals.[/b] [h3][b]J&J Official 7 Minute Workout[/b][/h3]Available from the [url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/johnson-johnson-official-7/id784797900?ls=1&mt=8]App Store[/url] or [url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jnj.sevenminuteworkout&hl=en_GB]Google Play[/url] [video]https://youtu.be/EV08AZkr9hg[/video] The 7-minute workout craze has really taken off. If you’re thinking of downloading one, there’s a huge amount to choose from. There’s only one original though, and we’re pleased to say it’s still the best around. Here it is: The Johnson & Johnson Official 7-Minute Workout app gives you the famous official workout, with optional warm-up and cool-down sets now added. You can also view a video of the workout’s creator Chris Jordan doing the exercises himself, and gi

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Facebook is about to change the way we messageBlog

[b]Facebook is planning on integrating its three big messaging services; Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger. Want to know why this is such a big deal for how we communicate? Read on for all the facts.[/b] Don’t panic – your three favourite apps aren’t about to be merged into one. You’ll still be able to enjoy Facebooking, Instagramming and WhatsApping to your heart’s content. The plan is simply to allow easier messaging between them. So for example, if you’re using WhatsApp, you can fire off a message to a Facebook friend, even if they’re not on WhatsApp themselves. Facebook said: "We want to build the best messaging experiences we can, and people want messaging to be fast, simple, reliable and private." Sounds simple, right? But when you think about it, there could be a lot of change behind the scenes. For example… [h3][b]Better security for Messenger and Instagram[/b][/h3] WhatsApp is an incredibly secure messaging platform, because it uses end-to-end encryption to make s

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Super stocking filler solutionsBlog

[b]Christmas is on its way and you’ve got prezzies to buy and stockings to fill. Let us solve your Secret Santa stresses with these great-value gadgets – all for under £20.[/b] [h3]Nails Inc iPhone 8 case + nail polish[/h3] Turn on the style! If you know an iPhone fan with an eye for fashion, this’ll be right up their street. With the iPhone 8 Nails Inc case and matching nail polish, they’ll proudly strut their stuff. Get a colour that suits their style – there’s [url=https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/nails-inc/iphone-7-case-leopard-pring.html#!colour=brown&dealType=sf]Leopard Print[/url], [url=https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/nails-inc/iphone-7-case-marble.html#!colour=black&dealType=sf]Marble [/url]and [url=https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/nails-inc/iphone-7-case-stars.html#!colour=red&dealType=sf]Stars[/url]. [h3]KitVision Selfie Stick [/h3] Stick one of these in their stocking. Get it? Stick? Oh, forget it. But if you’re buying for a selfie fan, this is a great choice. Wi

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Unleash the fun of Animojis and MemojisBlog

[b]Let’s play, iPhone X and iPhone Xs owners. Animating yourself with the Animoji and Memoji feature is a lot of fun, and is sure to impress your friends. It’s really easy too, as you’re about to see.[/b] [h3]Let’s get animated[/h3] Thanks to the amazing front-facing TrueDepth camera on your iPhone X or Xs, you can animate Apple’s emoji characters with your own facial expressions and create fun video messages up to 30 seconds. If you’ve ever fancied being a cute pooch, cheeky monkey or oh-so-spooky ghost, this is the moment you’ve been waiting for. You can also add some audio to the mix while your chosen emoji follows your facial movements to a tee. Fancy creating something that’s a little more, well, you? Then go for a Memoji, the super fun feature that gives you the tools to create yourself as an emoji. Yep, you can finally see yourself as an awesome cartoon-style avatar! We’ve tried it out for ourselves and the result is hours of fun. [img]e1d3dc27-201d-43fe-987e-6e733c4188

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5 reasons to get multitaskingBlog

[b]Why do one thing when you can do two? This article takes a closer at multitasking on your phone. How to do it – and why you should.[/b] [h2][b]How to launch split-screen [/b][/h2] It’s easy – just a case of dragging and dropping. Open your chosen app, then select the app switcher icon (a square on the right of the nav bar) and select the first app. Drag the app to the top of the screen to drop it into place, then simply tap the second app and it’ll magically appear in the bottom half of the screen. [b][h2]Why multitask?[/h2][/b] [b]Research while you write [/b] Got research to do for a piece of work, or writing an important email but need more details? Constantly switching between your web browser and your emails or word doc can be a right pain. Well, with split screen, half of the screen can be your writing and the other half can be your webpage etc. Research while you write, and save time. You can copy and paste from one place to another, or even drag and drop. [b]Tweet and

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100 days till ChristmasBlog

Looking for an affordable Christmas gift? If you can’t stretch to the cost of a flagship phone, there are some great budget options out there. Any one of these would make a cracking stocking filler.Samsung Galaxy A70 If they love their Android devices, the Galaxy A70 is a winner. With its AMOLED screen, triple camera and better-than-Full HD resolution, it has features that give flagship handsets a run for their money.Despite the relatively low price, it’s got a powerful octa-core processor that makes multitasking and gaming a breeze - perfect whether they’re keeping productive or levelling up on the way to work or college. There’s also a whopping 32MP selfie camera housed in Samsung’s minimal Infinity U notch, so they can capture that pro-looking profile picture and still enjoy big screen entertainment.It’s worth mentioning the battery too, because it gives up to 24 hours of talk time on a single charge. And when it does run low on juice, just 30 minutes is all that’s needed to take th

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I have been having patchy signal in Great Yarmouth over the past one week and the network is now completely off. Wen will I get network back please?

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Discover VR on your phoneBlog

[b]Do even more with your phone, with amazing VR tech. It’s addictive, exciting – and it’s surprisingly affordable to get started. All you need is a headset, and that’s where this article comes in.[/b] We all love our phones and the things we can do with them. We can take incredible pictures, listen to our favourite music in amazing quality and get truly lost in our favourite films. But you could be getting even more out of your phone. You could be exploring whole new worlds and inhabiting exciting fantasy lands – now that beats a trip to the supermarket, doesn’t it? We’re talking virtual reality or VR for short, and we reckon you’ll absolutely love it. We’ve picked out some of the best VR headsets currently available, so you can start exploring. [h3] [/h3][h3][b]Daydream View[/b][/h3] With the Google VR Daydream View you’re firmly in control, and it well and truly lives up to its Daydream name. With this headset, you get amazing-quality optics that’ll fully immerse you. It c

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2018's top mobile trendsBlog

[b]The end of the year is approaching, so what better time to look back on the coolest things that have happened in mobile over the last 12 months? Here are a few of the biggest highlights we saw in 2018.[/b] [h3][b]The notch made its mark[/b][/h3]It started with last year’s iPhone X, and it’s a display trend that really made its mark in 2018. It’s the notch - that little cut-out at the top of a huge amount of new handsets. There’s a good reason for the notch – it’s usually packed with exciting camera tech. But it still has its fair share of critics who prefer a notch-free display. Will this trend continue in 2019? The smart money’s on less obtrusive and different shaped notches coming into play. Watch this space. [h3][b]Artificial intelligence got snappier[/b][/h3]If you’ve got a virtual assistant like Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant, you’ll have been enjoying the benefits of AI for a while. But this year, we’ve seen AI take centre stage in lots of smartphone cameras, and d

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All the smartphone news from CES 2019Blog

[b]From bendy phones to 5G networks, here’s our roundup of the biggest smartphone announcements from CES 2019.[/b] The biggest mobile news from this year’s CES didn’t come in the shape of a fancy new phone, instead, it was the announcement that 5G is on its way. [h2] [/h2][h2]5G phones from Samsung[/h2] Attendees at this year’s CES had been hoping for news of Samsung’s next big smartphone, but the Korean tech giant actually gave us something much bigger … confirmation from Samsung CEO and President HS Kim, that “in the first half of this year we’ll be releasing 5G smartphones to the market”. The fastest connection you’ll get at the moment is 4G+, which lets you download a Full HD movie in around 2.5 minutes. The expectation of 5G is that you’ll be able to download the same movie in less than 10 seconds. The announcement from Samsung does indicate that it's planning to add 5G capability to more than one of their 2019 models. And we expect to see other manufacturers following

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How to choose the best camera modeBlog

[b]The latest smartphones have pretty amazing cameras, so if you’re the sort of person that likes to just point and shoot, you’ll probably end up with a great-quality shot. But could it be even better? We’ve taken a look at the different modes to make your photos sing.[/b] [h3]Auto Mode / Photo [/h3] If in doubt, go auto. This is the camera’s default setting, and it makes all the decisions for you. It takes care of things like light and whether you need a flash – and when it comes to close ups, auto mode can really do the job. Let’s say you’re taking a picture of an important document or something you’re looking to sell – auto mode will ensure an accurate shot, more often than not. And better still, some newer smartphones offer intelligent auto mode (AI), which will work out what you’re trying to take a picture of and adjust the settings accordingly. Clever stuff. [h3]Portrait Mode [/h3] Portrait mode is here to give your photos a professional look. It chooses things like colour set

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What’s so great about multi-lens cameras?Blog

[b]These days it’s easy to take amazing photographs with your phone – especially if it’s got a multi-lens camera. We’ve rounded up some of the best below, with our thoughts on what makes them so special.[/b] [h3]Huawei P20 Pro[/h3] [img]7fa67275-687a-4e03-be72-d93fde27bf98.jpg[/img] The Huawei P20 Pro was the world’s first to have three lenses. We’re talking about a 40MP, 20MP, and 8MP 3x telephoto zoom lens. Why three? Well, they each do separate things, but work together to create the perfect photo… The largest lens captures colour, while the second one captures black and white detail. Combined, they deliver incredible detail and colour reproduction. That means everything you shoot looks just as you remember seeing it with your own eyes. And then there’s the telephoto zoom lens, which lets you get closer to your subject using a 3x optical zoom, or a 5x Hybrid zoom. In fact, quite often you’ll be able to zoom in and see stuff that’s not visible with the naked eye, like a sticker o

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Contract Acceptance

Hello bought a sim card yesterday, still no answer given or not, (credit and security checks) I will get an answer today?

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Our pick of the best comedy podcastsBlog

[b]Beat the January blues with an Acast comedy podcast! Whether you’re commuting, studying, working or just chilling out, tune in for a laugh with our pick of the best comedy podcasts around.[/b] Have you heard the hilarious news? iD Mobile is now Acast’s official comedy podcast partner! To give you a taste of what’s on offer, the side-splitting podcasts below are all available on the Acast app, home to some of the world’s best podcasts. When you get the app, you can follow your favourites and see similar podcast titles of interest. Plus, you’ve got the option of streaming content or downloading it for on-the-go listening. [h3][b]My Dad Wrote A Porno[/b][/h3][img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/d9366fce-fee7-49cd-94ca-4bb2902fa04f.jpg[/img] Jamie Morton’s dad wrote a dirty book. Instead of hiding in shame, Jamie’s sharing it with us. With the help of his friends, James Cooper and BBC Radio 1's Alice Levine, Jamie reads a chapter a week and discovers more

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How to choose the right power bankBlog

[b]When it comes to portable chargers, size matters! This handy guide will help you choose one that’s powerful enough for your whole day.[/b] Most of us know that sinking feeling - the battery has gone on your phone, no charger in sight, and you’re left looking back at yourself in the black screen of your phone. A power bank will help you keep your phone powered up all day, so you’ll never miss another photo opportunity or important phone call. There’s plenty to choose from, so which one is right for you? [h2][b]What size power bank do you need?[/b][/h2] It’s nice and simple to figure out which size power bank you need. Just find out how big the battery in your phone is (in mAh – milliamp/hour) and make sure the power bank is bigger. That way, you’ve got plenty of power to fully charge your phone at least once. For example, [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/samsung-galaxy-s9-plus]the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus[/url] has a 3,500 mAh battery, so a 12,000 mAh power bank will

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5 awesome Google Pixel 3 accessoriesBlog

[b]Keep it safe in style, start charging it wirelessly, or even explore stunning VR worlds. Check out these five handy accessories to bring your Google Pixel 3 smartphone to life.[/b] Got a new Pixel 3 smartphone? Then why not treat it to an accessory or two? The choice is yours… [h3]GEAR 4 Crystal Palace clear case[/h3] If you want to keep your [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/google-pixel-3]Google Pixel 3[/url] safe from knocks and bumps but you don’t want to hide its smooth curves and unique colour, a clear case is just what you need. Why is this case so special? Well, GEAR4 has teamed up with D30, the world’s leading impact protection brand. And the material they’ve produced for these clear cases is the same stuff used by the military, pro athletes and industrial builders. It’s even used in bulletproof glass, so it’ll easily protect your Pixel 3 from everyday scrapes and scratches. All this super-strength protection doesn’t make the case too bulky, you’

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No access to online account

Has anyone else been unable to log on to their ID account for past 2 days?? Any suggestions as to how to get in and removed capped limit on my account ...is there a help telephone line I can ring?

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5 of the best apps for givingBlog

[b]Happy World Giving Day, everyone! If you’re feeling charitable and want to start giving, we’ve found five apps that’ll help you support those good causes you’re passionate about.[/b] Today is an international day of charitable giving, so it’s a great time to donate to good causes. But with so many worthy charities helping people around the world, it can be difficult giving to all those we want to support. That’s why we’ve come up with this list of charitable apps for you. They're all available to download from the App Store or Google Play, and another thing they’ve got in common is that they let you help charities in a number of imaginative ways – not just cash donations. [h3]Charity Miles[/h3] [video]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDoIUA4qZFg&feature=youtu.be&format=json[/video] Charity Miles is a real win-win app. The more you exercise, the more you reward your favourite charities. Everybody benefits. Go for a walk or run, and Charity Miles will donate some cash

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A few ways to get festive with your phoneBlog

Christmas is only a few days away, and you can really get into the spirit of things with a little help from your favourite possession. So just for you, here are a few ways you can get festive with your smartphone. [h3]Speakers for your Christmas playlist[/h3] No Christmas is complete without a playlist of festive classics blasting out on repeat. Mariah, Bublé, Wham, Essex (David, not Joey), we love them all. So why not give yourself an early present, and get a wireless speaker to stream your favourite seasonal tunes around the home? You’ll love the big, deep audio from the compact [url=https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/kitsound/boomcube.html#!colour=black&dealType=sf]KitSound Boomcube[/url]. And you’ll be amazed by the beefy bass on the [url=https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/sony/srs-xb10-portable-wireless-speaker.html#!colour=blue&dealType=sf]SRS-XB10[/url] – perfect for listening to the brass band of Jona Lewie’s ‘Stop the Cavalry’ in all its glory. Or why not add

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What is facial recognition?Blog

[b]Confused about facial recognition and what it means for you? We’ve had a look at the security upgrades made for these features, and how they can keep you safe.[/b] Do you keep a lot of personal information on your phone? Lots of people do, so it’s a relief to know manufacturers are upgrading security measures.. Facial recognition technology has seen some recent advances, so we’ve had a look at what’s going on and what different manufacturers are doing to make things more secure. [h3][b]How does it work?[/b][/h3] When you scan your face, the recognition technology uses an algorithm to turn what it’s seeing into data. That data is then collected and stored, to create a personalised profile for you. Manufacturers are using different approaches to achieve this, finding clever ways to keep devices secure. [h3][b]How does Apple’s facial recognition work?[/b][/h3] Newer Apple models, like [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/apple-iphone-xr]iPhone Xr[/url], use a ‘TrueDepth’

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How you can save money with your phoneBlog

[b]January can be a long month when it comes to money. Or, maybe you hit the January sales a little too hard? If so, here are some top tips on how you can save cash with your phone.[/b] [h3][b]Get a Monzo account[/b][/h3] [img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/ed2e3fc7-9f5e-4f99-9868-903b9b178183.jpg[/img] If you’re not great at keeping track of your spending habits, and want more control over your budget, why not try a Monzo bank account? It’s different to other bank accounts because the accompanying app lets you see an easy summary of your spending, and lets you set budgets for things like the weekly shopping and going out. When you go on a bit of a spending spree, you’ll get a notification to let you know you need to slow down a bit, so you can stick to your budget. You can use the Monzo app to pay for things too, so if you’re used to using Apple/Google Pay, you can still use your phone to get that coffee in the morning. It’s free to sign up, and is a

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Network issues in South London

I used the coverage check tool. It says that a problem in my area was solved, but mobile data is still not working.

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5 great things about the OnePlus 6TBlog

[b]The OnePlus 6T is one of the best phones of 2018, and it’s impressed us a lot. Thinking about making it your next phone? Then let us help you decide, with our list of things that make it so special. [/b] [h3]It looks amazing[/h3] [img]6f327f98-cf26-46c3-b35c-58bf9dd3262a.png[/img] The OnePlus 6T is a gorgeous handset. It’s slimline, incredibly lightweight and has an all-glass body. It’s an unmistakably premium phone, and it feels perfect too – weighty but not too heavy, so it’s really comfortable to hold. It’s available in two colours – or two blacks, rather. Midnight black gives you an understated matte finish, while mirror black is the real head-turner, with a glossy and reflective finish you won’t be able to resist showing off to your mates. [h3]A super-wide screen[/h3] The 6.4-inch AMOLED display is the largest that OnePlus has ever built for a smartphone, and it looks incredible. That huge display covers almost all of the phone’s surface, and with a super-wide 19

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5 apps for Bonfire NightBlog

[b]Remember, remember it’s the 5th November! To help you celebrate, here’s a list of bangin’ apps to download before you head outdoors for bonfire night. They’ll add some sparkle to Guy Fawkes Night.[/b] [h2]iLightningCam 2[/h2] Free on [url=https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1016445476]iOS[/url] Originally designed for capturing photos of lightning, iLightningCam 2 works for taking pictures of fireworks too. The most impressive thing about the app is its ability to take photos automatically. Just point your camera up to the sky, and it will detect the firework straight away and take a picture. And the full resolution feature means you’ll get razor-sharp images. [h2]Boomerang[/h2] Free on [url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/boomerang-from-instagram/id1041596399?mt=8]iOS[/url] and [url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.instagram.boomerang&hl=en_GB]Android[/url] If you want to try and make some fun firework videos, give Instagram’s Boomerang app a try. It loops

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