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Technology 8 min read

Decoding 0345 Numbers – Why Are these Numbers Used?

Quite recently, there has been sudden hype around 0345 numbers in the UK, and if you ever wondered why, we promise you there are enough reasons! 0345 numbers are NGNS...
by Nov 16, 2023
Great British Switch OFF
News 5 min read

Digital Makeover of the UK’s Telephone Network – Great British to be Switched Off By December 2025

Transforming the conventional telecom technology, the UK telephone network is plans to switch to a digital route by the end of 2025. The long-standing analogue network will be given a...
by Nov 15, 2023
Message not sent service not activated on network
How-Tos & Tutorials 8 min read

Message Not Sent Service Not Activated on Network Error – Solved

Okay, real talk: there’s nothing more frustrating than trying to send a fire meme to the group chat and getting hit with that “Message Not Sent: Service Not Activated on...
by Nov 15, 2023
How to check data usage to avoid overcharges
How-Tos & Tutorials 8 min read

How to Check Your Data Usage on Smartphone – Monitor and Limit the Usage

Nowadays, our mobiles are stacked with hundreds of apps, including dozens of streaming platforms and many gaming apps. With so many resources at our fingertips, staying glued to our screens...
by Nov 14, 2023
1 month vs 12 month plan
Technology 7 min read

1-Month vs. 12-Month SIM Plan: Which One Is Right for You

In today’s world, staying connected is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity. The choice of plan with your SIM card greatly influences your communication experience. Therefore, you must opt...
by Nov 14, 2023
mobile data
Technology 10 min read

A Comprehensive Guide to Mobile Data

Being able to access and communicate through digital channels by harnessing the power of mobile data seems more like a futuristic approach, often depicted in Hollywood movies. However, this is...
by Nov 14, 2023
at&t 5g vs 5ge
5G 5 min read

5GE vs 5G – Which One is Better?

Hey there! So you’ve probably seen that “5GE” icon pop up on your phone and thought, “Awesome! I’ve got 5G!” right? Well, I’ve got some news that might surprise you...
by Nov 13, 2023
streaming music data usage
Technology 6 min read

Understanding How Much Data Does Streaming Music Use?

Ever found yourself wondering “how much data does streaming music use?” as your phone data bar quietly disappears? You’re not the only one. If you’ve ever been hit with a...
by Nov 13, 2023
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Remove Number From Spam List
How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

How to Remove Your Number From a Spam List

You call someone you know and they don’t answer. A few minutes later, they text: “Your number is showing as spam.” Brilliant. You haven’t been running a scam operation. You...
by Sep 14, 2026
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Global Top-ups How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

How to Set Up Auto Top-Up for International Mobile Top-Ups on Talk Home App

If you regularly send mobile credit to family abroad using the Talk Home App, you’ve probably experienced this. Life gets busy, the week passes quickly, and suddenly your family calls...
by Apr 13, 2026
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How-Tos & Tutorials 5 min read

How to Turn On VoLTE HD Voice on Samsung Galaxy Devices

You ever been on a call and it just sounds… off? Like the other person’s voice is muffled, cutting out, or doing that weird robot thing. Or the call drops...
by Apr 2, 2026

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5G 6 min read

Why Does Your Phone Still Show a Foreign Network After Returning to the UK? 

You’ve landed back in Britain. Passport control done. Bag collected. You look at your phone and somehow it still says the name of the foreign network you were using abroad....
by Sep 3, 2026
Why 5G Can Feel Like 4G
5G 6 min read

What Is Dynamic Spectrum Sharing and Why Can 5G Feel Like 4G?

Dynamic Spectrum Sharing, usually shortened to DSS, lets a mobile network run 4G and 5G on the same block of spectrum. Instead of switching an entire frequency band from LTE...
by Sep 1, 2026
Can a Phone Case Affect 5G
5G 6 min read

Can a Phone Case Reduce 5G Signal or Speed?

Yes, a phone case can reduce 5G signal or speed, but most ordinary plastic, silicone or leather cases are unlikely to make a dramatic difference. The bigger troublemakers are cases...
by Sep 1, 2026

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unlimited data fifa world cup
Key Events 10 min read

Unlimited Data for £19.66: Watch FIFA World Cup Without Data Worries

1966 was history. £19.66 is your 2026 World Cup data deal. Talk Home Mobile’s limited-time Unlimited Data plan gives you the freedom to stream matches, watch highlights, follow live scores,...
by Jun 16, 2026
Christmas Sim Only Deals
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Talk Home’s Christmas SIM Only Deals 2025 

Ah, Christmas. The one time of year when we all pretend we are organised, yet somehow we still end up in a packed shopping centre at 10 p.m. buying whatever...
by Dec 11, 2025
black friday sim only deals
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Talk Home’s Black Friday SIM Only Deals 2025 

Black Friday 2025 Is Here! Black Friday is finally here — and this year, it’s bigger, better, and more exciting than ever for mobile users across the UK. What was...
by Nov 24, 2025

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VPN & Roaming Charges
Travel 6 min read

Does a VPN Prevent Mobile Roaming Charges?

No. A VPN does not prevent mobile roaming charges. Even if your VPN says you’re connected to London while you’re physically sitting in Dubai, your mobile provider still knows that...
by Sep 7, 2026
In-Flight Roaming Costs
Travel 6 min read

What Is In-Flight Mobile Roaming and How Is It Charged?

Some aircraft have an actual mobile phone network onboard. Not Wi-Fi. A cellular network. On supported flights, your normal SIM can connect to that onboard system much like it connects...
by Sep 7, 2026
Travel 5 min read

Can Emergency Calls Work Abroad After Your Roaming Bundle Expires?

In many cases, yes. An expired roaming data or call bundle does not necessarily stop your phone from reaching emergency services. Emergency calling is treated differently from ordinary paid mobile...
by Sep 3, 2026