All news on the topic: Smartphones

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Al Murray says WW2 has shaped current world events - and a lot of it makes sense
The Pub Landlord turned history buff Al Murray says the war in Ukraine "is a direct product of WW2”
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Drivers furious over 'discriminatory' plans to ditch pay and display machines
Some motorists have argued that councils getting rid of machines amounts to “discrimination against the elderly” and anyone else who doesn’t have - or want - a smartphone
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Millions of Samsung phones face new features block with many models affected
Some Samsung phones won't get the next version of Google's Android operating and that means missing out on some big new features arriving later this year.
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Pay and display parking machines to be scrapped in major change for UK drivers
Campaigners say the move over to widespread app use would be “disastrous for anyone without a smartphone” and could “alienate some people, including the elderly”
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Ministers splash more on new iPhones for Whitehall staff than on defibrillators
Labour has hit out at the 'warped' decision to spend an estimated £1.5 million on state-of-the-art phones for Department of Health staff last year, while just £1 million was set aside for new life-saving defibrillators
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'Smartphones could be a unique aid for people who are suffering with depression'
Dr Miriam Stoppard takes a look at new research from King's College London which suggests that smartphones could be used to help with the treatment of depression
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Massive Android boost will bring flagship features to vastly cheaper smartphones
There's good news for those who can't afford a premium flagship smartphone with US technology firm Qualcomm announcing the launch of a new processor that will bring huge performance gains to much cheaper devices.
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Buy Samsung's new budget smartphone today and you'll get Galaxy Buds for free
Samsung has just unveiled two new budget smartphones which come packed with features for a more reasonable price. Anyone taking the plunge is also being offered Galaxy Buds - worth £139 - for free.
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Millions of Samsung Galaxy owners urged to switch off Wi-Fi setting today
An urgent alert has been issued to millions of Samsung Galaxy users after the discovery of bugs that could leave devices open to attack. Here's how to keep your smartphone safe.
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Apple's iPhone 14 Pro beats the new Galaxy S23 Ultra in crucial real-world test
If you want a smartphone with the longest-lasting battery then it seems the iPhone 14 Pro is the way to go.
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Older readers are fuming at tech takeover of everyday life and feel left behind
In two Mirror articles, Yasmin Alibhai-Brown’ pointed out the non-tech-savvy are excluded from tasks such - and scores of you wrote in to share your struggles
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New iPhone launches in the UK and one network offers an epic half-price deal
Fancy a bold new iPhone in your pocket? Apple has just announced the release of a new smartphone and here's how to get it for half the usual price.
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Nothing's upgraded Phone (2) could finally rival Samsung, OnePlus and Google
British tech brand Nothing announces their new flagship Phone (2) as well some of the hardware that will be powering it and a release date
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Samsung's new budget phones are way better than you'd expect for their low price
Fancy a new Samsung smartphone but don't want to pay flagship prices? The Galaxy A-series could be just what you are looking for.
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Gary Glitter to "most likely die in prison" after recall to jail, says lawyer
Paedophile was sent back to jail on Monday for trying to surf the Dark Web just weeks after being freed - and a lawyer for one victim says he should never be released again
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E-bikes and berries are favourite for consumers as cigarettes are smoked out
The ONS says the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on the basket has faded from Brits’ shopping habits this year as officials reveal 2023 Basket of Goods and Services
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Gary Glitter thrown back in jail after ‘using smartphone to ask about Dark Web’
Footage of the convicted paedophile filmed by a fellow lag at Gary Glitter's bail hostel in the South of England, the 78-year-old quizzes an unknown person about search engines
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Remember your Nokia 3310? New Android phone brings back its greatest feature
Nokia is back with a brand new Android phone that sees the return a of very popular battery feature.
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Psychologist shares '12-minute rule' for speaking to your family each day
Behavioural psychologist Jo Hemmings has revealed that we should be talking with our loved ones for at least 12-minutes each day in order to reduce stress and improve our relationships
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All Samsung Galaxy owners urged to download 'critical' Android update today
If you have a Samsung Galaxy smartphone tucked in your pocket you're being urged to check the settings and download the latest security patch without delay.
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'Digitised NHS too hard for the old, life would be frightening for mum today'
Yasmin Alibhai-Brown's mum's final years were happy, she had carers and could phone for help, but life for her today would be frightening and confusing as a digitised NHS proves too hard for older people to access
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'Modern world seems to be saying - If you don't own smart phone get lost or die
"It’s OK to use technology but don’t penalise us older people. We are comfortable using cash," writes Yasmin Alibhai-Brown
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GamCare launches new online support portal following influx of calls
If you're struggling or want to understand more about your gambling habits, GamCare offers lots of helpful tools and resources
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OnePlus Buds Pro 2: Slick-looking and sounding buds for film and gaming
OnePlus’s upgraded noise-cancelling earbuds offer many drastic improvements over last year's already impressive wireless buds
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Renpho's AI Smart Bike is an affordable and accessible gym device
Renpho's AI Smart Bike joins the ever-growing list of home gym bikes but for a fraction of the price