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Advice Centre

Welcome to the advice centre

Your go-to hub for smartphone advice and tech news


As the longest standing mobile phone recycler, it's fair to say we know our stuff.


We love gadgets, smartphones and all things tech, and we want to share our wealth of knowledge and experience with you in our advice hub.


That’s right, whatever it is you need advice on, our hub is here for all your mobile phone needs.


As well as guidance to help you get the best value for money and the right phone, you’ll also find tricks of the trade and handy tips, such as how to make your battery last longer or what to do when you drop your phone in water.


Got a topic in mind you can’t see below? Or simply want to ask us a question? Get in touch using our contact form.


iPhone SE 2022 Review

iPhone SE 2022 Review

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Mar 31, 2022

Apple’s most recent version of the iPhone SE has hit the shelves, find out more about how it compares to previous iPhone's... READ MORE >

Are our smartphones contributing to a stress epidemic?

Are our smartphones contributing to a stress epidemic?

by Denise Timmis | updated Mar 31, 2022

We recently conducted an independent survey to closely examine our phone use, and to see how much stress our phones actually cause and what the biggest stressors of our phones are. ... READ MORE >

Reported Battery Drain With iOS 15.4

Reported Battery Drain With iOS 15.4

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Mar 30, 2022

Has your iPhone’s battery been draining quite rapidly recently? Here's our helpful Tips and Tricks to Avoid Rapid Battery Drain... READ MORE >

New Mobile Phone Driving Laws March 2022

New Mobile Phone Driving Laws March 2022

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Mar 24, 2022

From Friday the 25th of March, the law on people using mobile phones is being updated. Making the law far stricter on motorists.... READ MORE >

It’s Global Recycling Day and there is no better time to contribute to making the world greener.

It’s Global Recycling Day and there is no better time to contribute to making the world greener.

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Mar 15, 2022

Global Recycling Day 2022 is here and it is time for us to come together and make a difference. Find out more about our efforts to help the environment..... READ MORE >

Online bullying: how to spot if your child is being affected

Online bullying: how to spot if your child is being affected

by Denise Timmis | updated Feb 25, 2022

We've decided to help parents navigate the complicated subject of online bullying, by collaborating with a leading authority in the field.... READ MORE >

All Devices Revealed in the Samsung Unpacked Event 2022

All Devices Revealed in the Samsung Unpacked Event 2022

by Nathan Lockwood | updated Feb 18, 2022

Samsung Unpacked Event 2022... READ MORE >

12 Days of Christmas Competition 2021

12 Days of Christmas Competition 2021

by Denise Timmis | updated Feb 18, 2022

We are offering you the chance to WIN a prize every day in our 12 Days to Christmas Competitions starting on the 13th December.... READ MORE >

Age UK Bristol Charity Joins Envirocharity

Age UK Bristol Charity Joins Envirocharity

by Griffin Weissman | updated Feb 18, 2022

Age UK Bristol works to improve the lives of older people in Bristol. They offer a range of services for people aged 55 and over.... READ MORE >

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