UK mobile networks risk struggling to cope as AI becomes embedded into phones, wearables, vehicles and everyday business applications, a problem recently highlighted by VodafoneThree as it warned that slow 5G upgrades and planning delays could leave Britain’s connectivity infrastructure unable to keep pace with growing demand.

New polling has found overwhelming support for keeping online conversations private, exposing widespread unease about government access to encrypted messages as Apple continues its legal battle over Britain’s surveillance powers.

Lidl is expanding into mobile phone plans through a new global partnership, using its scale and loyalty app to offer low-cost, flexible connectivity without traditional contracts.

New research has revealed a sharp link between using screens in bed and disrupted sleep, while a separate study suggests that switching off mobile internet on smartphones may significantly boost focus and mental health, delivering cognitive benefits equivalent to turning back the clock by a decade!

In this article, we look at the key actions to take if your mobile phone is stolen, how to protect your data, and ways to reduce the risk of theft in the first place.

A recent study by the University of Birmingham has revealed that banning smartphones during school hours does not necessarily lead to improved mental health or academic performance among students.  

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has approved Vodafone’s £15 billion merger with Three UK, subject to strict legally binding conditions.

With recent research showing that Smartphones harbour 10 times more bacteria than a toilet seat and that 74% of us admit to bringing it to bed, scientists are warning that bringing a phone to bed can be hazardous to your health.

We take a look at what refurbished phones are, their pros and cons, things buyers may wish to consider when purchasing one, examples of where they can be purchased, and how refurbished phone retailers could help customers to choose their ideal refurbished phone.

With the UK government’s new ‘Emergency Alerts’ system now live, we take a look at what it is and how it will work.