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Apple Subscription Offer - Terms & Conditions

iD Mobile Apple Subscription Offer1. Get up to 3 months of Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple Arcade and Apple News+ on qualifying purchases at idmobile.co.uk.2. Eligibility: This promotion is open to all UK residents aged 13 years or over (“Participants”). You must be a new or returning Apple subscription customer. This offer is not available to customers currently subscribed to these subscription services or customers who have redeemed an Apple services trial via previous iD Mobile, Carphone Warehouse or Currys offers.3. Promotional Period: The promotion is open for qualifying purchases made from 14/9/2022 until further notice.4. Qualifying Product: iPhone, Android and SIMO purchases at idmobile.co.uk during the promotional period qualify for this promotion.5. New Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple Arcade or Apple News+ customers will receive 3 months free. Returning Apple TV+ will receive 3 months free. Returning Apple Music, Apple Arcade or Apple News+ customers will receive 2 months free.6.

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Connect a phone and smartwatch

Think of a smartwatch as a phone on your wrist. At a glance, you can get all the information you need – just as long as it’s connected with your actual phone, of course…The exact method for doing this differs by brands, so let us take you through all the big names one by one. We’ve got instructions on connecting the Apple Watch, Galaxy Watch, Garmin Watch or Huawei Watch to your smartphone…Connecting an Apple Watch to your iPhone These steps will help you pair any Apple Watch from Series 4 with iPhone 6s or later (as long as it's running the latest iOS version).1. Turn on your iPhone’s Bluetooth and make sure you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network.2. Turn on your Apple Watch and wait for it to boot up.3. When you see ‘Use your iPhone to set up this Apple Watch’, tap ‘Continue’. If you don’t see this message open the Apple Watch app and tap ‘Start Pairing’.4. Use your iPhone camera to centre the watch face, then wait for a message saying your Apple Watch is paired.5. Choose ‘Set up Apple W

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Christmas dinner ideas from around the world

In the UK, traditional Christmas is delicious, but also predictable: turkey, roast potatoes, all the trimmings and gravy. But almost every country and culture in the world has their own Christmas  dinner tradition – and turkey isn’t always included. From KFC to curried goat, every culture does things a little differently. And a lot deliciously.And if you fancy giving Brussel sprouts a miss this year, we’ll even recommend a few apps that you can use to help you whip up an alternative Xmas lunch. Unless you’re planning to have a Japanese Christmas lunch. Then we could just suggest a delivery app.Japan - KFCChristmas dinner was never really a big deal in Japan… until recently. In the 1970s, a canny KFC branch owner started a tradition of Christmas Fried Chicken and it’s taken off. An estimated 3.6 million families in Japan are expected to be queuing up this year for their festive bucket this year.South Africa - Mopane wormsI’m A Celebrity may turn eating creepy crawlies into a trial, but

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The best tech presents under £100!

 Looking for a great tech pressie without breaking the bank? Then look no further…For music fans Samsung Galaxy Buds 2Got a music maestro on your gifting list? Surprise them with these wireless Samsung Galaxy Buds 2. All they’ll have to do is connect them to a Bluetooth-enabled device, load up their favourite playlist and get listening with crisp sound and punchy bass.Even better, they can easily tune out unwanted chatter with noise-cancelling technology and three ambient sound modes. Sony WH-CH710N Wireless Noise-Cancelling HeadphonesFor immersive audio, these Sony WH-CH710N Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones will have your gift-receiver grooving into the new year and beyond.Whether they’re on a plane, train, or in the office, Sony's AI Noise-Cancelling adapts to their surroundings, so they’ll only hear what they want to. The Sony WH-CH710N produce incredible hi-res sound too – they’ll feel like they’re standing in the studio with their favourite band.For bookworms Amazon Kindle 202

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I entered my correct pin number to unlock screen but incorrect pin entered keeps appearing and phone will not unlock. How can I get into my phone as I am definitely using the correct pin

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Blue Monday Giveaway - 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: "Boost your mood on Blue Monday".2. No purchase necessary.3. The closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT) on 3rd February 2023. The prizes to be won as follows:4. One prize will be awarded: Prize awarded dependent on number of entries received. Only one prize from the list will be awarded. Potential prizes include: A £50 Currys gift card, a FITBIT Charge 5, a Sonos wireless speaker, a Nintendo Switch, a SIM free phone (up to a value of £800). If your chosen phone is cheaper than this you will not receive the monetary difference. Phone must be one sold by Currys/Carphone Warehouse and one that is in stock).5. This promotion is open to all UK residents aged over 18 years (except for employees and their families of the Promoter and their group of companies, agents (including affiliates), suppliers and anyone connected with this promotion).6. Only 1 entr

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What Is the Difference Between E-Commerce and E-Business?

There are now many tools and apps available to keep track of your business growth and goal easily as well as to understand your customers' buying behaviors. frenzy pk For example, the bestselling products for the past couple of months, the number of returning customers, the number of cart abandonment, etc.

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February Community Newsletter Giveaway T&C's

1. To enter this promotion, you will have to register to the iD Mobile Community and answer the question on the corresponding topic thread: "CES 2023: the future of phones".2. No purchase necessary.3. The closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT) on 20th February 2023. The prizes to be won as follows:4. One prize will be awarded: one £100 Love2Shop voucher5. This promotion is open to all UK residents aged over 18 years (except for employees and their families of the Promoter and their group of companies, agents (including affiliates), suppliers and anyone connected with this promotion).6. Only 1 entry per person is permitted, duplicate entries will not be entered into the draw.7. The Promoter may, in its absolute discretion, disqualify any entries which it feels do not comply with these terms and conditions or where any form of bad faith is suspected.8. The entry must be submitted personally by the entrant. Entries by third parties, collective entries or multiple entries will be disquali

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How to keep your child safe on their smartphone this summer

Summer is just around the corner, which probably means your kids are going to have a lot of free time on their hands. And that might mean a lot more time spent on their phone. Read on to get clued-up on keeping your child safe on their smartphone and discover our top tips for monitoring their mobile usage. How to encourage your kids to make the most of summerBefore trying anything else, simply set some expectations when it comes to mobile phone use at home:Let them know their limits. For example, discuss how many hours they can spend on social media, make sure their phones are turned off at night, and establish ‘no phone zones’ – like at the dinner table. Plan things to do. Sign them up for some fun summer activities, or plan some trips to the museum, park, or zoo. If all else fails, encourage them to hang out with their friends. Be a good role model. Since you’re asking your child to spend less time in front of a screen, try to do the same thing.  Keeping your child safe on their phon

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Top tips for the perfect family staycation

Summer’s (finally) here! And what better way to celebrate than a staycation in the sun? UK staycations have really stepped up their game over the past few years – think Cornwall, the Peak District, or the Scottish Highlands. So, if you’re not going abroad this year, follow our family staycation tips for some summer fun with the kids! 1. Take a family trip to a museumThe UK is home to some of the best museums in the world. The best part? A lot of them are free (yay!) and come paired with some fantastic children’s activities. If you’re not sure which museum to go to, check out Whichmuseum.co.uk or list.co.uk to discover the best museum suggestions for every interest.If you’re nearby London, you’ve got lots of choice. Junior dinosaur fans will love exploring prehistoric life in the Natural History Museum, and budding scientists will love to find out what ‘Our Future Planet’ might look like thanks to the Science Museum’s summer exhibition! 2. Go on a picnic You can’t beat a family picnic i

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Valentine's Day Competition T&Cs

To enter this promotion, you will need to tag a partner, friend or family member on the iD Facebook page under the “Win an experience, on us, this Valentine’s day” (https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3818180278408606&id=1604367453123244) post. No purchase necessary. The closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT) on 20th February 2023. The prizes to be won as follows: One prize will be awarded: one £200 Buyagift voucher that can be used on www.buyagift.co.uk This promotion is open to all UK residents aged over 18 years (except for employees and their families of the Promoter and their group of companies, agents (including affiliates), suppliers and anyone connected with this promotion). Only 1 entry per person is permitted, duplicate entries will not be entered into the draw. The Promoter may, in its absolute discretion, disqualify any entries which it feels do not comply with these terms and conditions or where any form of bad faith is suspected. The entry must be submitted p

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Valentines Day Giveaway

Whether you're celebrating Valentine's, Galentine's or Palentine's day, we want to share the love with you by giving you the chance to win a £200 Buyagift voucher to spend on an experience of your choice. To enter, simply head to the iD Mobile Facebook page and under the Valentine’s Day Competition tag who you'd take with you and why in the comments!Entries close on 20/02/23 at 23:59. T&C’s applyGood luck! 😊😍

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How to stay safe shopping online this ChristmasBlog

Skipping the shops and buying your Christmas haul online? We don’t blame you. Shopping online is quick and convenient, and with most retailers offering next-day or even same-day delivery, it’s never been easier to get Christmas-ready from your sofa. But just as you might watch your purse or pockets when out in a busy shopping centre, it’s important to stay safe whilst shopping online.Unfortunately, Christmas is prime time for scammers. They’re always devising new ways to cheat deal-hunting customers out of their cash, and their methods are getting much more sophisticated. But don’t fear – there are a few things you can do to keep safe online whilst bagging those Christmas bargains.Don’t use public Wi-FiPublic Wi-Fi networks are handy in a pinch but come with major security compromises. Never buy stuff online when you’re using a public Wi-Fi network. Your connection is nowhere near as secure as it is when you’re using your own mobile data or home broadband, which means that determined f

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What to do with your old mobile phone

We’ve all done it. A great new phone comes out that ticks every box, and boom! You’ve bought it and you’re upgrading. You back up all your files and apps, pop the SIM out of your old phone and into the new and that’s it. You’re all moved over and ready to crack on with your new, next-gen smartphone. But what are you going to do with your old phone?Whether you want to make a gift of it to a family member or mate, sell it, donate it to charity or keep putting it to good use, there’s always a better option than simply ‘out of sight, out of mind’. Here are just a few of them:Trade it in with iD MobileiD Mobile will happily take your old phone and give you cash in return. The process is really easy, and it’s all done online.Simply head to the iD Mobile trade-in page and search for your phone model. Then fill it a quick online form and you’ll receive a quote. If you’re happy with the amount of cash you’ll get, put your mobile in the pre-paid Jiffy bag we’ll send you, then post it to us. You’

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Start Saving with smart tech

We’re all feeling the pinch right now. Energy bills have skyrocketed – and it only looks like they’re going to keep rising. According to research from the House of Commons Library, “household energy bills increased by 54% in April 2022”. And they’re going up by another 27% this October…But there’s a way to bring those bills down and make a difference: smart tech.What is smart tech and how does it work?Smart technology is tech with a brain, with more clever stuff going on under the hood. Take a simple bit of gear – then automate it, control it using an app and connect it with other devices in your house. And Bob’s your uncle. You’ve got yourself some smart tech.We’re talking about the kind that’s there to save you some serious money and energy.  Combining smart plugs, lights and thermostats can make a big difference to your wallet at the end of the month. Smart lightsInstalling eco or LED bulbs in every room can really help keep the cost of your bills down long-term. Smart bulbs are des

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4 apps for finding voucher codes and cashback

Love a deal? These websites and apps are perfect for hunting down the best offers around.Let’s face it – we all love to bag a bargain. Sometimes you stumble upon a great deal, and sometimes you have to search it out. But nowadays there are loads of services available to help you get the most out of your money or get a little back when you’ve done a big shop. So, we’ve rounded up our favourites and put them into two categories – cashback (spend money, get a bit back) and discounts (get a bit off before you spend). Let’s get into it…Best apps for cashbackCashback is pretty appealing – sometimes you get a few pence back on a shop, and sometimes you get a whole load off a big purchase. We’ve all seen cashback offers around, but with these dedicated apps it’s easier than ever to hunt down these great deals.TopCashbackTopCashback offers cashback from thousands of UK brands. Membership is free (but you can upgrade to a paid option), and you can choose how you get your cashback – straight to y

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Hi I need someone to pm me about cancelling disconnection which is processing and why is live chat not loading I have tried for three days and used different browsers but no live chat I have also tried 7777 from my mobile and no where can I find on the menu to stop a cancellation this doesn't look good for id I might just leave anyway  John r 

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Meet the new iPhone 14 family.

It’s that time of the year again, Apple fans! Four new iPhones have landed - iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.These new phones are packed with exciting new tech and features including crash detection, stunning low-light photography and longer battery life. Let’s take a closer look…Design and displayiPhone 14 shares the same design as iPhone 13, so it looks like Apple is sticking with what its phone users know and love. There’s one big difference though - unlike the iPhone 13 range, there’s no mini option.The Super Retina XDR OLED display sizes are 6.1-inches on iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, and 6.7-inches on iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max. These sharp, bright and colourful screens make everything look amazing and are great for entertainment – you’ll love playing games and watching movies on them.As for colours, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro comes in midnight, blue, starlight, purple and ‘product red’. Go for iPhone 14 Plus or iPhone 14 Pro Max and you’v

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Meet the Google Pixel 7 family

All you need to know about Google’s new flagship phones, Pixel 7 & Pixel 7 Pro.Google has unveiled two new flagship stunners, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. We had a chance to get up close and personal with them recently, so read on to see what makes them so special.Dazzling design and displayGoogle is sticking with its distinct Pixel design. No surprises here. So just like the Pixel 6 phones, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have the unique camera bar running right across the back. The new metallic finish is definitely more stylish and subtle than the older Pixel 6 version though, and the bar now blends nicely into the frame.The rest of the back is glass, giving it a real quality feel. You’ve got a few colour options. For Pixel 7 you can go for Obsidian (black), Snow (white) or Lemongrass (a pale yellow). For the Pixel 7 Pro, you’ve got the choice of Obsidian, Snow or Hazel (grey).The Pixel 7 has a 6.3-inch display, so slightly smaller than the Pixel 6’s 6.4-inch display. The Pixel 7 Pro

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iD Mobile wins big!

With iD Mobile, you’re onto a winner. But don’t just take our word for it. We won big at the Trusted Reviews Awards 2022. So, sit back and relax, as we announce the gongs we took home on the night.Who are Trusted Reviews?They’re one of the most respected tech review sites out there. And for good reason. They’ve been going since 2004, and review over 1000 products and services every year. That makes them one of the largest tech reviewers in the UK. With millions of users, its many people’s go-to website before they take the plunge on a new gadget.Their team is made up of experienced writers and tech specialists. They’ve got years of joint knowledge on smartphones, computing and everything in between. Plus, they’re fully independent. That means their advice is unbiased. And you can trust it completely.What are the Trusted Reviews Awards? Every year, Trusted Reviews take a moment to recognise the best gear and brands from the past 12 months. And as part of the awards, there’s usually a bu

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Smartphones, smart features.

2022 was another brilliant year for smartphones. We got fresh releases from all the big names. Apple, Samsung, and Google all dropped their latest and greatest models. Plus, Motorola and Oppo popped up with some top phones of their own. And with new phones comes a bunch of exciting new features. Here are just a few of our favourites…iPhone 14 Pro - Your private islandApple’s iPhone 14 Pro is a big improvement on the iPhone 13. And that’s partly down to the brand spanking new ‘Dynamic Island’. This pill-shaped block sits at the top of your screen and replaces the physical notch from older iPhones.The island is your go-to information hub. Quickly view your important alerts and interactions when waking your phone. See what track is playing. Check the weather. Keep an eye on a timer while you cook. You can do it all without having to open a specific app. It makes everything quicker and so much easier.Your Insta-game gets a boost too. Snaps will sizzle thanks to the first ever 48-megapixel

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A holiday with a difference

Thinking about a holiday? Course you are. It’s nice having something fun to look forward to.Plus, this is the best time to get one sorted. Lots of travel companies offer cut price deals and discounts on loads of destinations. There’s genuinely something (or somewhere) for everyone. From solo ventures to romantic getaways with your better half.But you want a holiday with a difference, right? A trip that swaps chilling by the pool for something a bit more thrilling. We’ve travelled far and wide to find the best apps and websites. One’s tailor made for planning a more unique kind of trip.Grab your suitcase. Pick up your passport. Put on your shades. We’re off exploring…Lucky TripWe’ve all heard about a lucky dip. But how about a Lucky Trip? If you can never decide where to go – or just love being spontaneous – then this is for you. You can plan a whole trip in just one tap. All you’ve got to do is set your budget and press a button. Your randomised holiday is now in the hands of the trave

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How to stream HD videos on your phone

NetflixFirst of all, you’ll need to ensure you’re subscribed to the ‘Standard’ or ‘Premium’ plan. The Basic plan will only allow you to stream up to 420p and not Full HD (1080p) or Ultra HD (4K) that comes with the Premium plan. Netflix will automatically stream what you’re watching in a video quality based on your network speed. Now, adjusting your video quality on Netflix isn’t as straightforward as on YouTube; you’ll need to log into your Netflix online account. Once you’ve logged in, here’s how to set your playback preference to HD:Step 1: Select a profile on the home screen (any profile will do)Step 2: Hover over the user icon in the top right corner – this will bring up a drop-down with a list of options.Step 3: Select ‘Account’Step 4: Under ‘Profile & Parental Controls’ select the drop-down arrow on the profile you’d like to set to HD streaming Step 5: Select ‘Playback Settings’ Step 6: On the ‘Playback Settings’ page, select ‘High’ and click ‘Save’ You’re all set! Every tim

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European Day of Languages

It’s the European Day of Languages on 26 September - a day to encourage learning a new language across Europe. But what are those benefits, exactly? And can mobile apps really help you learn? Let’s find out.Why learn another language?You’ll transform your travels. Whether you’re going on holiday or backpacking across the continent, even speaking a little bit of the local lingo is a good way to immerse yourself in another culture. Locals will be more inclined to help you find beautiful places away from the well-trodden tourist path, and you might even hear about a great restaurant to try out! Unlock new doors in your career. Plenty of companies are looking to trade globally or break into new markets, and multi-lingual employees can help them achieve their goals. The ability to speak another language sets you apart from other candidates when applying for a job, and shows a willingness to learn new skills. And if you’re ever looking to study or work overseas, having another language under

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Top apps for eating out

Whether it’s UberEats, Just Eat or Deliveroo, most of us have takeaway apps on our phones. But what about finding a really great restaurant or getting a table at that tapas bar that everyone’s talking about?The good news is that there are apps for that too. So, whether you’re wanting to wow your date on Valentine’s Day or you’re looking for a pub to take the family for an epic Sunday roast, dine out with some of the best apps around.The ForkGreat for: money off your billThe Fork is one of the most popular restaurant apps around. Start by selecting a location, a date and time and you’ll be shown all the restaurants that have a free table. You can then filter by ratings, type of food and whether you can make savings through the app – and these can be as much as 50% on your bill!The app gives you reviews from other users, a full menu, opening hours and pretty much everything else you need to know. Use the app regularly enough and you’ll soon rack up Yums – which can be used at restaurants

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