New Features on iPhone with iOS 17

Have you updated your iPhone to iOS 17 yet? If not, you are missing out on some fun new features:

Standby Mode

This is a customisable lock screen mode that is automatically activated when your iPhone is placed on its side (landscape position) whilst charging. There are 3 different.. Read More

Unhealthy data charges

You may have come across in the news the story of the hapless MSP Michael Matheson, the Scottish Health Secretary, who managed to rack up mobile roaming data charges of £10,935.74 whilst on a week’s family holiday to Morocco. Cue calls from political opponents for him to pay this out of his own.. Read More

Paul Fletcher

Simpatico Communications is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Fletcher, a seasoned mobile solutions specialist, as the new head of sales and commercial operations at their Leeds office.

With an extensive background spanning over two decades in the telecoms industry, Paul brings.. Read More

Wi-Fi Calling Doesn’t Mean it’s Free

There is a common misconception about Wi-Fi calling on mobile phones – that it allows you to make free calls. This isn’t the case, and it’s important to understand before you make a potentially expensive international call!

Wi-Fi calling is available on all but the oldest handsets… Read More

Is the proposed Vodafone – Three merger a good thing?

You may have seen in the news that the UK arm of Vodafone is in a proposed merger with Three, which is owned by CK Hutchison, a Hong Kong-based company with ties to the Beijing government. There is even a snappily-titled website vodafoneandthree.uk where they proudly list the benefits for customers.. Read More

iPhone 15 Overheating?

Since the launch of the iPhone 15, there have been numerous reports of the handsets (across all models) becoming unreasonably hot when in use, sometimes unbearable to touch.

There have been several suggestions as to why the 15 has been overheating, including the.. Read More

Another 5* Review for Simpatico

Have a read of this fantastic 5 star review, thanks to Anne Stevenson from Global Systems. Follow the links and read more about our Proactive Support and Clear Communications.

Apple and USB-C – A Universal Charger?

Apple have finally made the switch to USB-C on iPhone, and it’s not because they wanted to, it’s because Europe made them do it. 28th December 2024 is the deadline announced by the EU that all new phones, tablets and cameras sold in the European Union must be equipped with a USB-C charging port.

If.. Read More

Unboxing the New iPhone 15

Dave unboxing his new iPhone.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max feels much lighter this year with the new titanium frame. Loving the Titanium Black.

Beverley Minster Sunrise

Look at this early morning shot of Beverley Minster, taken on the way to a business networking meeting. Astonishing colours captured on an iPhone 14 Pro Max by Dave. See our other blog post here, which has tips and tricks on how to get the best out of your iPhone camera.

Another 5 Star Review

Thanks to Jonathan Matthews from Business 101 for this amazing 5 Star Review. You can find out more about our Voip systems here. And if you’d like to see more of our reviews, visit the Simpatico Homepage.

3G Shutdown – What You Need To Know

What is the 3G Switch Off?

Over the next few years the 3G mobile networks are being gradually shut down, which could affect people who haven’t upgraded their phone in a while. Here is a quick summary of what you need to know.

3G (stands for 3rd generation) networks have been around.. Read More

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