In Memoriam Windows Phone
We’ve all know it for a long time, but Microsoft have finally admitted that Windows Phone is dead. (more…)
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New iPhone, new Galaxy Note
If your contract is due for renewal soon and you’re keen to get the latest technology, then September will be a big month. Apple has confirmed that the iPhone 8 will be revealed on 12th September, and the Samsung Note 8 launches mid-month. (more…)
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No longer just a phone – payment goes mobile
We’ve become accustomed to our phones being more than just phones – they’re cameras, music players, contact managers and general computers. Increasingly you can also use your phone to pay for small amounts, in much the same way as we’ve become used to contactless credit and.. Read More
Free EU mobile roaming…almost
Today is the day when you’re now free to roam across the EU with no additional charges. This has been a long time in the works, but finally you can concentrate on your business (or your holiday) without worrying about racking up enormous charges – the rates you pay will be the same as.. Read More
Mobiles down the toilet?
In a recent survey, a quarter of respondents admitted to dropping their mobile phone down a toilet. Really?! But seriously, how well are your handsets being looked after? (more…)
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Working from home and mobile phone coverage
According to a recent survey, 43% of UK employees worked from home at least once in 2016. And yet 32% complained of patchy mobile phone reception – whilst 11% suffered from no signal at all. (more…)
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How often do you breach your data limits?
How closely do you monitor your and your staff’s data usage? You may see significant differences between users, due to different usage habits or different settings on their handsets.
A recent survey by comparison website Broadband Genie showed that one in ten users exceeeded their data.. Read More
Cybersecurity & mobile phones: how prepared are you?
Phones aren’t really phones anymore. They are computers – and like anything sitting on your desktop, they are a potential route into your company data. What systems do you have in place to limit the risk? (more…)
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Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus launched
As Samsung’s flagship models, you can be sure they incorporate all the latest features which many business mobile users require. Are these the phones for you?
The thing you first notice is the screen dimensions – which, whilst larger than the S7 and S8, scarcely make the handsets.. Read More
Blast from the past: the new Nokia 3310
Do you remember the Nokia 3310 (pictured below)? That classic design launched in 2000 which went on to sell more 126 million units? Well, it’s back.
Well, not quite. But the new owners of the Nokia brand, HMD, think that they have spied a niche and, who knows, they may be right. Launched.. Read More
VAT on roaming charges
If you’re a small business, are not VAT registered and incur international roaming charges outside the EU then watch out, as Phillip Hammond in his latest budget announced that from 1 August 2017 VAT would be added to bills – that means a 20% increase in costs. (more…)
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Have you considered the Moto G?
It’s easy to fixate on top of the range handsets, but for business mobile users most of your staff won’t need a higher spec than that offered by Lenovo’s Moto G range. From the first generation onwards these have been great value, well built phones with decent specs to suit most.. Read More
