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iPhone 14 vs iPhone 13: The biggest differences

Thinking of upgrading? If you’ve got the iPhone 13, you may be wondering if the iPhone 14 is worth the upgrade. We’re breaking down the main differences between the two iPhone series so you can decide what’s best for you and your phone needs! In this blog: The iPhone 14 …

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15/09/2022

Nicole Newton

• Mobile Phones
• Tech

The impact of e-waste on the planet

We’ve written about what e-waste is and the importance of a circular economy to combat it. But by truly understanding the impact it has on the environment, we can begin to make more informed choices. E-waste is produced from a variety of different electrical items such as phones, laptops, monitors, …

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12/09/2022

Nicole Newton

• Greener Living
• Sustainability

22 ways to cut back on spending and make extra cash

It can be a challenge to stop spending, especially when payday arrives, but there are ways to cut the cost of daily items and budget more efficiently. Read on to find out easy ways you can cut back on your monthly spending and how to make extra cash to boost …

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09/09/2022

Phoebe Tucker

• Helpful guides
• Money saving tips

The top 10 free budgeting & money saving apps

There are so many ways to save money and budget these days, but one of the easiest and most efficient ways to keep on top of your money goals is by using apps on your smartphone! You can literally save cash at your fingertips.  We’ve gathered the best apps that …

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07/09/2022

Nicole Newton

• Guides and Advice
• Money saving tips
• Tech

How to buy DVDs and Blu-rays for less

There’s nothing better than having a movie night filled with your favourite blockbusters and binge-watching TV shows! With the average new DVD or Blu-ray setting you back up to £15 (depending on the release) though, it can be expensive. Luckily, we’ve gathered the best ways for you to save – …

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07/09/2022

Nicole Newton

• Guides and Advice
• Money saving tips
• Movies

How to save money on your next phone

The cost of living crisis is continuing to gather pace and it doesn’t look like it’s going to get better anytime soon.  Ofcom has recently released data explaining how 5.7 million households in the UK are facing difficulties affording phones and broadband.  With mobile networks hiking prices so much that …

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02/09/2022

Phoebe Tucker

• Mobile Phones
• Money saving tips

Which iPhone models are being traded in most before the iPhone launch?

Many people tend to trade in their old phones for cash before buying a new one. This is especially popular around the time of the new iPhone release or when the new iPhone models are announced.  Older iPhone models lose their value once a new model is released. So if …

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01/09/2022

Nicole Newton

• Mobile Phones
• Tech

What impact do MacBook and Computers have on the environment?

Once your computer or MacBook has reached the end of its lifespan, the best thing you can do for the environment is to recycle it.  It’s estimated that the average computer is replaced every 3-5 years, so it’s easy to see how this waste can pile up! This is why …

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31/08/2022

Nicole Newton

• Greener Living
• Sustainability